True or False: I should take easy courses during my freshman year to get good grades.
False: This is your opportunity to show dedication and interest. This is when grades start to count!
100
True or False: The plan I developed in 9th grade is what I must use, I can not alter it.
False: Review your plan as you develop interest and explore careers.
100
True or False: I did extracurriculars in my Freshman and Sophmore years, now I can just relax and count those on my applications.
False: One should continue to persue extracurriculars throughout their highschool career to develop skills and interests
100
Can you retake the SAT or ACT?
Yes, you can take it as many times as you want. Hopefully improving the scores.
100
What is the name of the document used to apply for financial aide?
FAFSA
200
Name two people that you could talk to about college?
Guidance Counselor
Teachers
Community Members/Professionals
Family/Friends
200
What is better an A in Gym or a B+ in AP Biology?
A B+ in AP Biology will be more impressive to college admissions, then an A in Gym.
200
During what seasons should you take the PSAT and/or SAT?
You should plan on taking the PSAT during the Fall and the SAT during the Spring.
200
What month are most college applications due?
Early Acceptance: October
Regular Admissions: January and February
Depends on college and application process.
200
What month should I submitt the FAFSA?
No later than January for the new students.
300
True or False: I should not worry about by career options, I'm a teen and I should be enjoying myself.
False: Although you are a teen, you should also be considering your options for the future and looking at the best path to meet your goals.
300
True or False: It is too early to take the Practice SAT or ACT.
This is a good time to start to take the practice test.
300
Who can you meet with to explore Financial aid opportunities?
Meet with your guidance counselor to explore scholorships and other opportunities.
300
True or False: It is my senior year and I am applying to colleges, my grades don't matter anymore!
False: You still need to maintain good grades.
300
True or False: Scholorships are only available for students with good grades?
False: there are many scholorships available today, accepting a variety of students.
400
List at least three activities that you could be involved in outside school?
Sports
Choir
Band
Volunteer
Church
Art Related
After school/Leadership programs
Others
400
What benefit do you receive from reading?
You will better your verbal, written and oral skills, all of which will help you on the SAT and ACT.
400
Name 2 types of leadership positions that you can take on?
Captain, mentor, band leader, coordinator, class president and many others
400
At least how many colleges should I apply for?
At least four
400
True or False: My family did not save money for me to go to college, I should just wait for a couple years.
There are many resources available, explore your opportunities with your guidance counselor.
500
Should I have a specific college picked out?
No, be open to options and to explore. Focusing on attaining skills, knowledge and activities that interest you!
500
Should you start to make a financial plan of how you will pay for college?
Yes, hopefully you would have already started to save money, but if not, now is the perfect time to start to develop a plan.
500
Name 4 things that you should do on a college visit?
Visit Admissions, talk with a counselor, go to a class, talk to students, take a tour, stay the night in the dorms, and talk to a professor from your major
500
True or False: it is my last free summer before I become an adult, it should just be fun.
Have fun, but remember to also explore career opportunities and save up for the next year.
500
Should you wait to apply for financial aid until after you get accepted to college?
No, start early. It is better to have more options and resources available to you.