College Preparation and Readiness Tips: High School, ACT, GPA, Financial Aid
Get ready for college with tips on high school preparation, ACT exams, ideal GPA, and understanding financial aid options. Equip yourself with the knowledge needed for a successful college journey.
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College Preparation and Readiness Smith-Hale Middle School Aaron Cook | University of Missouri
Typical Questions What can I do in high school to be accepted into a college? What is the ACT and how I can get ready for it? What is a good GPA for college admissions? What is financial aid? Where are you going to college? What is your major?
What can I do in high school to be accepted into a college? Focus on your grades 4 units of English 4 units of Math 3 units of Science 3 units of Social Studies 2 units of Foreign Language 1 unit of Fine Art Get involved Clubs/orgs Job Volunteer Sports
What is the ACT and how I can get ready for it? Entrance exam used by most colleges and universities. Sections include: English Math Reading Science Writing Free resources Practice Test and Study Guide through www.act.org Test Prep through www.khanacademy.org
What is a good GPA for college admissions? Always give it 100% effort The higher, the better
What is financial aid? Grants Scholarships Work-Study Jobs Loans
Where are you going to college? What is your major?
The Five Ps: Person, Place, Prestige, Price, and Program
The Person Who are you? What do I want in a college? Where do I stand academically? What type of learner am I?
The Place Where will my college be located? How far am I willing to travel? What type of diversity am I looking for? What size institution works best for me?
The Prestige What are the career/job opportunities? Are there strong alumni networks? What is my family s perception? How do rankings play a role?
$ The Price What are the types of Financial Aid? Scholarships Grants Loans Work Study What is the FAFSA?
The Program Are you still deciding on a major? Might you change your mind? What type of academic support do you expect? What social programming is provided?
CollegeBoard.org FinAid.org Niche.com CollegeConfidential.com Available Resources CollegeScoreCard.ed.gov College Fairs High School Counselors Visit Campus AskAaron@missouri.edu (816) 916-3524
