College Readiness. |
GETTING STARTEDCollege Readiness is defined as a level of high school preparedness a student has in order to enroll and succeed in college or university, without having to take remedial college classes (courses that do not count towards a degree program). College-ready students have the skills and ability to succeed academically and culturally in a post-secondary setting. After selecting several colleges/universities of interest, a student begins the application process. Additional College Readiness information can be found at:
College Application Process Applying for college is both exciting and frustrating. Prior planning can help make the process a more seamless endeavor. The key is knowing what needs to be submitted to have a complete application and most importantly, meeting all deadlines. Applying to College 101 link: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/get-in/applying Getting Started: The first step in the application process is exploring and deciding what college/university you plan first. Exploring colleges/universities online and through college visits is a good start. Two excellent websites to start your search and to narrow down your list are: Big Future - www.bigfuture.collegeboard.org College Express - www.collegexpress.com Nearly every college in the United States can be found on Big Future. By reviewing the college/universities, you can determine if you are a good candidate for that school and if the school has the career/subject pathway of interest. Once you have investigated several colleges and universities it is time to apply! For most students the application process will require you to complete three items:
If applying to one or multiple Texas college(s)/university(ies): www.applytexas.org Several schools use the Common Application: www.commonapp.org For Historically Black Colleges and Universities: www.commonblackcollegeapp.com When applying, always check the school’s website as there may be special instructions or a reduced-price (even free) application. Other Helpful Links What's the difference between high school and college? |