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COLLEGE PREPARATION

What You Should be Doing

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Seniors

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Juniors

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Sophomores

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Freshmen

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College Research

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Admissions Requirements

Things to Remember

  • Minimum GPA requirements

  • High school course requirements, if any

  • Do they need SAT/ACT scores

  • Do they have your major or multiple majors that interest you

Think about your needs

What You Should Know

  • Location - certain state or city

    • college town, big city, suburbs, rural, etc.

    • close to the airport, bus stop or train station​

    • using google maps, check what the area around the school looks like

    • near shopping centers, movie theaters or other activities

  • Housing

    • Suite style housing ~vs~ Dorm style housing with public bathrooms

    • Do they have many places to eat on or near campus

    • If you have dietary needs (i.e., vegan or vegetarian, gluten free, peanut allergies, etc.) please make sure the school provides a good menu for your needs.

  • Interests

    • a variety of places to find part-time jobs

    • Do they have clubs or school sponsored on/off campus activities

    • Intercollegiate athletics or Intramurals

    • Internships

    • On campus jobs

    • Size of school

    • Average class size for freshmen

  • Course offerings

    • Variety of majors (required courses & electives)

    • Study Abroad

    • Grading policies

  • Time Structure

    • Do they have quarters, semester or trimesters.

  • School security & safety

Affordability

Keep in Mind

  • Talk with your parents about how much they can afford for college

  • Will you get a part-time job while in college

  • Search the college's website for tuition & housing fees

  • Get an idea of how many scholarships you may need

  • See Financial Aid Section for scholarships offered by the school

College Preparation: Class Policies
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