College & Career Readiness
Welcome to Your College & Career Readiness Hub!
Planning for your future starts here. Whether you're exploring college options, searching for scholarships, or preparing for your career, this page provides the resources you need to succeed. From application tips and financial aid guidance to career pathways, we’re here to help you make informed decisions and achieve your goals.
FAFSA® Information
The 2026-2027 FAFSA form is now available for all students! Complete yours today to apply for financial aid for college or career school.
What is the FAFSA form?
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is used by colleges and career schools to determine your eligibility for financial aid, including grants, scholarships, work-study programs, and loans. You must complete the FAFSA each year to receive financial aid.
Completing the FAFSA is also a requirement for Pinal Promise, ensuring eligible students receive tuition assistance. Get started today to maximize your financial aid opportunities!
Applying for financial aid shouldn't be confusing! Unlock your financial future with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This essential page provides everything you need—from step-by-step guides and FAQs to local Arizona support and workshop schedules—to successfully complete your FAFSA and access grants, scholarships, and federal aid. Click here and make college affordable!
Educational Career Action Plan (ECAP)
A Graduation Requirement
It’s important to remember that completing an ECAP is a state requirement for high school graduation in Arizona. Students must actively maintain and update their ECAP throughout high school, including academic goals, career plans, extracurricular involvement, and post-secondary strategies. Major Clarity is the platform used to track and manage your ECAP, making it easy to document your progress and ensure you meet graduation requirements. Staying engaged with your ECAP through Major Clarity helps keep you on track for both graduation and future success.
What is FAFSA®?
Preparing your student for college can feel overwhelming. Discover key strategies and resources to ensure your child is academically, financially, and emotionally prepared for the next step! Click here to learn how we help students become truly college-ready.
Who should complete the FAFSA form?
Any student, regardless of income, who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs. This includes grants, scholarships, work-study funds, and loans.
Hold long will it take?
It takes most people 30 minutes to fill out the FAFSA form, including gathering any personal documents and financial information needed to complete it.
What do I need?
- Verified account username and password (FSA ID)
- Parent contributor name, date of birth, Social Security number, and email address
- Income and asset information (if required)
MUSD College & Career Counselors
Desert Sunrise High School:
Allie Krigbaum
Maricopa High School:
Parisa Seymour