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Transcript of Please visit the school store in G-107 for coffee and a bit of browsing around!
Please visit the school store in G-
107 for coffee and a bit of
browsing around!
Finding the Right Match
• Rigor of academic program
• GPA• SAT and ACT scores• SAT subject tests• AP tests
• Letters of recommendation
• College essays• Demonstrated
interest• Extra curricular
activities (sports, community
service, clubs, etc.)
SAT vs. ACTReasoning test
Aptitude TEST Content-based test
Achievement
Critical Reading Math
Writing
FORMAT EnglishMath
ReadingScience
Writing (optional)
Reading Vocabulary
Grammar & Usage Writing
Math
CONTENT Grammar & Usage Math
Reading Science ReasoningWriting (optional)
Math, Critical Reading and Writing ranges 200-800; total score ranges 600-
2400
SCORING English, Math, Reading, and Science ranges 1-36; Composite ACT is average
of four sections, ranges1-36.
Yes SCORE CHOICE
Yes
ArithmeticData Analysis Algebra I & II
Functions Geometry
Formulas are provided in test booklet
MATH LEVELS Arithmetic Algebra I & II
Functions Geometry
Trigonometry No formulas provided
Every four year school accepts the SAT and ACT
• Books• Internet (www.youniversitytv.com)
• Contact Colleges• Network• College Fairs
• Guidance Website• Open houses/College Fairs• Scholarships• College Search Links• College Representative Visit Schedule• Summer Programs and Other Opportunities
• NAVIANCE- Family Connection• About Me• Careers• Colleges
Most Highly Selective1:8
Highly Selective 1:4
Selective 1:2
Somewhat Selective6:8
• Reach schools
• Target schools
• Safety schools
Family Connection
“Game Plan”•Location•Setting•Size•Academic Major•Cost•Sports•Social Life•Selectivity
• Visit Colleges•Open Houses• Information Sessions•Tours
• Talk to college representatives •Visits at MHS•Admission Offices
• Go to College Fairs• Check out summer opportunities
• A student planning on attending an NCAA Division I or II institution who wishes to participate in intercollegiate athletics must register with NCAA Eligibility Center at www.eligibilitycenter.org
• Registration should occur during your junior year
JUNIOR TIMELINE Winter•Meet with your school counselor•Continue to explore Naviance & research post-secondary opportunities•Research and apply for summer college programs, internships, and jobs•Register for college admissions tests•Think about the rigor of your senior year schedule & review the Program of Studies•Attend Junior College Planning Night (February 21)
Spring•Build a resume•Register for college admissions tests. Take AP exams and subject tests, if applicable•Visit colleges over spring break•Attend the College Admissions Panel presentation (April 10) & MHS College Fair (April 25)•Sign up for Mock Admissions Interviews•Ask for letters of recommendation•Register on the NCAA website if you are an athlete (www.eligibilitycenter.org)
Summer•Continue to visit college campuses and network with admissions counselors, potential employers, and recruiters•Create an essay and finish your resume•Create a Common Application account (www.commonapp.org)•Register for fall college admissions test
Test Dates – register online● SAT & Subject Tests (www.collegeboard.com) ● ACT (www.actstudent.org) ▪ March 9 (Deadline: February 8) ▪ February 9 (Deadline: January 11) ▪ May 4 (Deadline: April 5) ▪ April 13 (Deadline: March 8) ▪ June 1 (Deadline: May 2) ▪ June 8 (Deadline: May 3) Important MHS EventsJunior College Planning Night- February 21College Admissions Panel- April 10MHS College Fair- April 25Mock Admissions Interviews – May TBA