We equip our students for the future, providing them with a college-preparatory academic foundation.
- Challenge yourself with appropriate courses
- Seek extra help when needed
- Show colleges you are well-rounded by getting involved in extra-curricular activities
- Find volunteer opportunities and begin serving others and your community
- Begin exploring what type of career you are interested in
- Finish semesters well by refocusing your energy during exams
- Select a sophomore course load that emphasizes college prep
- Take the PSAT test in October
- Identify what type and size of school interests you (public, private, state college, university, etc)
- Refine your essay writing skills by writing frequently
- Attend college fairs
- Inquire about Dual Enrollment to see if you are eligible
- Maintain a high GPA or take steps to improve if needed
- Choose rigorous junior year courses that will enhance your transcript
- Continue volunteer activities or consider getting a summer job
- Study hard! Your junior grades weigh heavily with college admissions offices
- Take the PSAT (NMSQT) in October
- Take the ACT prep class offered after school in November
- Explore colleges by going on the EVA College Road Trip or touring campuses with family
- Research college costs and tuition at schools that interest you
- If not already doing so, get involved in extra-curricular activities
- Take the SAT prep class offered after school in April
- Take both the SAT and ACT in the spring
- Compare schools and narrow options to 5-10
- Ask for letters of recommendation
- Prepare a college essay
- After getting your SAT and ACT results, determine which you did the best on and make plans to take it again
- Construct a strong senior schedule.
- Work a summer job to gain experience and earn money for college
- Finalize all college visit plans
- Find out what the admissions deadlines are for each school on your narrowed list
- Attend Senior Parent Meeting in September with your family
- Take the SAT or ACT test again
- Apply to schools before the deadlines
- Request that the advising department send transcripts to each school that you apply to
- Send SAT and ACT scores to all schools you apply to
- Schedule college interviews if needed for the admissions process
- Complete FAFSA
- Decide which school you will attend based on the responses you have received
- Verify financial aid with the school of your choice
- Finish your high school career well by approaching coursework and final exams seriously
- Send final transcript to your school by informing the advising office where you will be attending
- Arrange housing, attend college orientation, and get a final summer job before beginning college in the fall
