Where are you headed? Graduation Requirements College Preparation College/Career Options Resources

Where are you headed? Graduation Requirements College Preparation College/Career Options Resources

* High School Graduation - 4 Years * In State University - 4 Years

High School Graduation - 4 Years (Algebra I and higher) In State University - 4 Years (Algebra I and higher)

High School Graduation - 3 Years In State University - 3 Years

High School Graduation - 3 Years (World History, US/AZ History, Government, Economics) In State University - 2 Years (US History plus 1)

* High School Graduation - None * In State University - 2 Years (of the same language)

* High School Graduation - 1 Year (of a Fine OR Practical Art) * In State University - 1 Year of a Fine Art (Art, Drama, Music)

* Physical Education - 1 Year * Electives - 6 (You need 22 total credits)

CREDIT CHECKS Total credits remaining should be 12 or less, otherwise you will need to get credits outside of the regular school day. Credit Recovery Options: 1. Queen Creek Distance Learning 2. Individual Advancement Program (IAP) 3. Summer School 4. Zero Hour (space is limited)

AIMS In order to graduate, students must at least Meet on all three tests (Math, Reading, and Writing). Fall Test Dates: Writing: October 22, 2013 Reading: October 23, 2013 Math: October 24, 2013 There will be one more opportunity in the Spring!

The Arizona Board of Regent s High Honors Tuition Scholarship (a.k.a. AIMS Scholarship) is a university academic merit scholarship administered by the Arizona Department of Education on behalf of the Arizona Board of Regents. Qualified students who graduate from high school in 2013 and beyond will receive a 25% in-state university tuition scholarship. The scholarship is fixed and renewable for an additional three years based upon universitydetermined criteria. Qualifications: 1. A s & B s in all 16 Core Competency Courses 2. 3.5 Core Competency GPA OR Top 5% rank 3. Exceed Standards on all 3 or the AIMS Exams by the end of junior year OR Exceed Standards on 2 AIMS tests AND score at least 3 on at least two AP tests. * Students CANNOT retest to Exceed senior year to qualify! 4. ACT/SAT Students must score at least 28 on the ACT test OR 1300 on the SAT I test (critical reading and math, excluding essay) http://www.azed.gov/asd/tuitionwaiver/parents-students.asp

WHAT OPTIONS DO I HAVE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL? Workforce Military Military Academy Trade School Community College University

98,000 HOURS That s how many hours the average person spends working! Don t you want to love your job?

WHAT IS MY NEXT STEP? Research to see what education is required for the occupation you are interested in. We will be researching possible careers and colleges in Aclab. Find a college or university that offers your major. Determine if that institution is a good fit for you.

COMMUNITY COLLEGE You can register for a community college without having a SAT/ACT score just take the Accuplacer Placement Test Reading, Writing, Math Can take the test at any community college campus You can get a scholarship if you score high enough on the test You can take core classes at the community college and then transfer to a university your junior year. Check out the MAPP Programs!!! You can take some of the same classes offered at a university at a community for less money. ASU - $4,604 per semester (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences) Chandler-Gilbert Community College $1,140 per semester (15 credit hours)

Consider applying to both the University and Community College Evaluate all scholarship and financial aide options In the end, compare both to see what your best option may be

In State University Entrance Requirements 1. High School Diploma 2. Completion of the 16 Core Competency Courses with a 2.0 GPA in each area 3. Any ONE of the Following: 1. Top 25% of class 2. 3.0 GPA 3. 22 ACT 4. 1040 SAT (combined Reading & Math)

The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test - It's a standardized test that provides firsthand practice for the SAT. It also gives you a chance to enter NMSC scholarship programs and gain access to college and career planning tools. Who: All Juniors planning to take the SAT and Sophomores who would like to practice for next year s PSAT When: Saturday, October 19th Sign up by September 25th Cost: $25 Preparation: Study booklet, previous PSAT tests, collegeboard.com, Princeton Review, Kaplan, Barron s National Merit finalists will be selected from the PSAT test taken during their junior year!

SAT and ACT Comparison 1/3 Reading 1/3 Mathematics 1/3 Writing Cost: $50 Register and Pay at: www.collegboard.com QCHS School Code: 030348 ¼ English Usage ¼ Mathematics ¼ Reading ¼ Science Writing (optional but recommended) Cost: $35 (without the writing) $50.50 ACT plus Writing Register and Pay at: www.act.org Each test takes approximately 4 hours to complete

Visit college campuses you can even do an on-line campus tour at: www.campustours.com Consult college websites Know where to look for money Discuss finances with your parents Start narrowing your college choices. $22,320 $40,270

Athletic Eligibility for Division I & II NCAA Clearinghouse 1. Division 1: 16 Core Courses 2. Division II: 14 Core Courses 3. Apply at http://eligibilitycenter.org NOW 4. Send transcripts to NCAA by completing a Transcript Request Form in the front office 1. Request one to be sent NOW 2. Request a final transcript to be sent in May 5. Send SAT/ACT scores directly to NCAA when registering to take exam

SCHOLARSHIPS Merit Based Scholarships: Awarded based on grades, rank, SAT/ACT scores Be aware of deadlines! Need Based Scholarships / Grants Awarded based on FAFSA submission, family status/ make-up Community Based / Organization Scholarships Awarded based on community impact and/or organization determined attributes. Athletic Scholarships Awarded by individual college/universities

Scholarship Sources Colleges and Universities control and distribute the majority of scholarship dollars Many large companies provide scholarships for their employees children Many foundations in place to honor graduates with specific attributes Community organizations Use Scholarship Search Engines! Visit the Counseling Department Web Site! http://www.qchs.qcusd.org

STAY FOCUSED! Keep up your grades 6 th semester transcript counts for college applications Meet deadlines Volunteer and community service really count! Make sure you are logging your hours!

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