
What Actually Makes A College the Right Fit?
Let’s talk about the word you’re probably going to hear approximately 700 times during the college process: Fit. “Find the right fit.” “Is this school
FOR STUDENTS
You don’t have to have your whole future figured out. Start building the faith, direction, and everyday skills that will help you take your next step.
YOUR WEEKLY STARTING POINT
The Launch Mission Podcast brings together students, leaders, and experts to talk about faith, college, career, relationships, and independence.
A new season begins each September for the current senior class, with new episodes every Monday through the end of May. Season 5 is underway, and five seasons of conversations are available in the vault.
THREE AREAS TO WORK ON
Think about what you believe, how you’re growing in your relationship with Jesus, and who will help you stay connected to Christian community.
Start here: Talk with a trusted mentor about how you’ll keep growing after graduation.
Learn about your strengths, interests, and values. Explore college, training, and career possibilities before deciding on a path.
Start here: Choose one career you’re curious about and talk with someone who does that work.
Use the time you have now to build habits for managing time, money, relationships, responsibilities, and decisions.
Start here: Take responsibility for one part of your life that someone else currently manages.
Take a few minutes to check where you feel ready and where you need practice. Talk it through with a parent or trusted adult, then choose three next steps.
COLLEGE & CAREER DIRECTION
Launch Point Coaching helps high school and college students discover how they are wired and explore a clearer career direction.
Using the Career inSight Discovery System, the process brings together purpose, personality, proficiencies, passions, and principles, then helps you turn what you learn into practical next steps.
Find your next step.
THE LAUNCH PAD BLOG
The blog is a partner to the podcast, with practical guidance and ideas to help you apply what you’re learning.

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BOOKS FOR THE JOURNEY
FOR COLLEGE FRESHMEN
A 15-week devotional to guide students through their first semester in college.
FOR SENIORS & COLLEGE FRESHMEN
Prepare for the spiritual challenges of college and learn to take ownership of your faith. Includes a study guide.
FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS
Four Steps to Maximize Your Senior Year and Prepare for Life After High School.
A resource for seniors to make the most of their final year of high school and prepare for what comes next. The student companion to The Freedom Permit.