As a network, MOCAN collaborates with partners across the state, sometimes leading the collaboration, and sometimes supporting the work led by others.
Professional Development Institute
The Professional Development Institute (PDI) provides free, in-person and online professional development for high school counselors and community organizations advising students on financial aid, career pathways, and other topics of postsecondary planning.
My Scholarship Central
My Scholarship Central, a free, online portal connecting Missouri students to over 200 scholarships and interest-free loan programs to help make college more affordable.
Postsecondary Equity Network
Professional and leadership development of professionals supporting students to completion once enrolled in higher education. Read more about PEN.
Kansas City College and Career Attainment Network (KCCAN)
Kansas City College and Career Attainment Network (KCCAN) is developing a community strategic plan on college and career and launching an advising program to support low-income students and students of color.
KC FAFSA Initiative
Through the KC FAFSA Initiative MOCAN brings together partners to increase FAFSA completion for Kansas City metro students in under-resourced high schools. Area college students are trained as FAFSA Ambassadors to provide support at community FAFSA events.
Boniface Scholars Postsecondary Success Initiative
A three-year initiative in St. Louis to increase persistence and graduation rates for students in partner middle schools, college access organizations and higher education institutions.
MOFAFSA.ORG
MOCAN and partners created a website to help counselors, students and parents find the information they need to complete the FAFSA. Visit MOFAFSA.org for the most up-to-date information for Missouri students, parents and counselors.
rootEd Missouri
MOCAN supports rootEd Missouri’s work in 130 rural high schools across Missouri through training and career advising resources.
MDHEWD Adult Learners Network
MOCAN participates in the Adult Learner Network to increase postsecondary opportunities for adult learners, including those who have some college credit but no degree.
