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Aging Out Guide

Education

Ensuring you finish high school or your GED and planning for any post-high school education or training requires careful planning for youth exiting foster care. Accessing available resources can help you plan and meet your educational goals.

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  • High School
  • Home Schooling
  • Education and Staying in Foster Care After Age 18
  • Individualized Education Plans (IEP)
  • General Education Development (GED) Certificate
  • After High School
  • Applying for College and Vocational Schools
  • Financial Aid
  • State College Tuition and Fee Waiver
  • Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program
  • Other College Financial Assistance
  • Help and Support for Foster Youth at Texas Colleges
  • Learning a Profession Outside of College
  • Mentors

Related Information

  • DFPS Education Specialists

  • DFPS Freshman and Sophomore Student Success Scholarship

  • State College Tuition Waiver

  • Education and Training Voucher

  • Higher Education Foster Care Liaison List

  • Foster Care & Student Success Guide

  • Transition Planning Guide for Students in Foster Care Receiving Special Education Services

  • Texas Higher Education Foster Care Liaisons Guide

  • Talking to Foster Youth About School

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  • Benefits and Eligibility
  • Living Without Family Support
  • Resources for Youth
  • Resources for Advocates
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