Getting ready for college is a long and important process. We’ve compiled a list of requirements for  seniors who are on their way into the big leagues.

SENIORS

THS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CLASS OF 2017

• If you need to retake the SAT/ACT, register for a test.
• Narrow down your list of potential colleges, and begin your applications. November 1st is the early application deadline, so make sure you check for the deadline!
• Look for scholarships!
• Make sure to attend college fairs and ask specific questions.
• Attend campus visits at the college/university. Make sure you follow the college visit guidelines in the student handbook. To get a college visit form, see Mrs. Nichols in the career.
• File NCAA Clearinghouse applications, if you are planning on playing a sport in college for Division I or Division II schools. Don’t forget to register with the NCAA ( www.eligibilitycenter.org ) and send at least one test score to 9999 (NCAA)
• Attend the offered financial seminars. (NOVEMBER 17, 2016)
• File your FAFSA (Free Application For Student Aid) after October 1st of your senior year. Even if you do not have financial need, some scholarships require the application to be filled. fafsa.ed.gov
• Request a mid-year transcript and reports to colleges/universities when needed.
• Apply for TISD local scholarships in February. Adhere to all deadlines!
• Register for Advanced Placement exams in January-February if enrolled in AP course(s). The test is in May.
• Review college acceptances and scholarship awards. Notify colleges of your decision to attend or not to attend by May 1st, 2017.
• Take TSIA or alternate placement exams, if needed, to attend a two-year school.
• Don’t let senioritis set in. Keep academic motivation going through the end of your senior year.

SAT/ACT Registration Guide

1. Create an account.
2. Write down your USERNAME and PASSWORD.
3. Complete your profile.
4. Register for a test – double check the date and test location.
5. Payment – If you are on free/reduced lunch, choose the waiver option. Type in fee waiver code.
6. If you are not eligible for a fee waiver, pay with a credit card.
7. Print your admission ticket.
8. Send your scores to 4 schools for free.

Taking these tests multiple times looks good on your transcripts.

Photo Requirement for SAT/ACT

A digital photo must be submitted as an enhanced security feature. Please see registration sites for acceptable photo requirements. The photo MUST match what you will look like on test day.

PREPPING FOR THE ACT/SAT

Here is a list of free online resources/apps that can help you prepare for the SAT/ACT.

1. Collegeboard’s SAT Prep App 
2. Collegeboard’s SAT Study Guide
3. Act.org’s Practice Test Questions
4. Act Prep Handbook

2016-2017 SAT TEST DATES    www.collegeboard.org

SAT fee (with essay) $57                    SAT fee (without essay, March-June 2017) $45

Late fee $28     Date/Test Center Change Fee $28      Waitlist Fee $46

Additional scores reports $12 *(FREE score reports available during registration; any reports requested above the 4 free require an additional fee)*

2016-2017 ACT TEST DATES  www.actstudent.org

ACT + writing $58.50                ACT Fee (no writing) $42.50            Late Fee $27.50

Date Change $24                         Test Center Change Fee $25             Standby Fee $51

Additional score reports $12    *(FREE score reports available during registration; any reports requested above the 4 free require an additional fee)*

ACT Test Day Checklist  www.actstudent.org/testprep/taking/

THS School Code: 447043 

***If you qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch, you may receive a free testing waiver. Please see Mrs. Nichols to get your waiver.***

A COMPLETE COLLEGE APPLICATION CONSISTS OF: 

• Application (some require essays)
• Official Transcript ORDER from the receptionist at THE FRONT DESK (Mrs. Fuentez/ Mrs. Hammond) $2 for the OFFICIAL and $1 for the unofficial. Please allow 2-3 days for processing.
• Official Test Scores (from testing source)
• Application Fee (if your used a testing fee waiver, you have 4 application fee waivers)
• Make sure you SAVE, SUBMIT, and check YES for scholarship!

FAMILY CONNECTION/NAVIANCE

tinyurl.com/thsnaviance

username- student ID

password- tisd and birthdate

Career Assessments- Take assessments to guide your career choice.

Career Exploration- Research careers based on your assessment results.

Road Trip Nation- Watch videos to further research careers.

Naviance Test Prep- Free SAT/ACT online preparation program.

Resume Builder- Start creating your resume to use for college and scholarship applications. Create your high school resume (under About Me tab)

SuperMatch™ College Search- narrow down your college choices to 3-5 schools

Letters of Recommendation- Find instructions under Document Library (right hand side of home page)

National Scholarship Search- Create a profile and find out what scholarships you might be eligible for.

College Visits- Use this tool to sign up for College Presentations and Lunch ‘n Learns.

X2Vol- Log your community service hours.

THS COLLEGE & CAREER COUNSELOR

 Mrs. Emily Nichols