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Table of Contents
Foundation Endorsement Plan ........................................................................................................... 4
Options for Education Beyond High School ......................................................................................... 7
Timeline for College Admissions ......................................................................................................... 8
College Admissions Testing and Benchmarks .................................................................................... 10
ACT composite to SAT total .............................................................................................................. 11
SAT vs. ACT ...................................................................................................................................... 12
College Application Process .............................................................................................................. 14
Application Checklist ........................................................................................................................ 15
College Admission Options ............................................................................................................... 16
Popular College Application Options................................................................................................. 17
The Many Segments of a College Application .................................................................................... 18
Choosing your College ...................................................................................................................... 20
Paying for College ............................................................................................................................ 23
How? When? Where? : Paying for College ........................................................................................ 25
FAFSA- FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID..................................................................... 27
College Visits ................................................................................................................................... 29
Class of 2020 in Plano ISD ................................................................................................................. 30
Texas Colleges and Universities ........................................................................................................ 31
A Closer Look at Texas Public Colleges .............................................................................................. 32
A Closer Look at Out of State Universities ......................................................................................... 34
Alternative Pathways to Universities ................................................................................................ 35
Community College Options ............................................................................................................. 36
Community Colleges in Texas ........................................................................................................... 37
Four More Years Not for You? .......................................................................................................... 38
Career, Trade and Technical Schools ................................................................................................. 39
Military Academies .......................................................................................................................... 41
Transcripts ....................................................................................................................................... 44
Naviance Student ............................................................................................................................. 47
Directory of Websites ...................................................................................................................... 53
NCAA Clearinghouse ........................................................................................................................ 54
Foundation Endorsement Plan
Required Subject Areas
Foundation/Endorsement Plan Students are eligible to apply for general admission to state colleges and universities
Academy High School Course Offerings (Any prerequisites must be met)
English (EOCs: English 1 & 2)
4 credits English 1,2,3,4th year choice
English 1, 2, 3, 4
Math (EOC: Algebra 1)
4 credits Algebra I, Geometry, 3rd and 4th year choices
Algebra 1, **MME, Algebra II, Geometry, **MIS, Statistics, Pre-Calculus, Calculus** **Pre-Requisites must be met
Science (EOC: Biology)
4 credits Biology, 2nd, 3rd, 4th year choices
Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Systems, Scientific Research & Design, Engineering Design & Problem Solving
Social Studies (EOC: US History)
4 credits W. Geography, W. History, US History, US Govt/Economics
W. Geography, W. History, US History, US Government, Economics
Fine Arts 1 credit of Art, Music, Theater, Dance, Principles and Elements of Floral Design
Art & Media Communication I
Foreign Language 2 credits Spanish, French (Levels 1-5)
Physical Education 1 credit Foundations of Personal Fitness
Communication .5 credit-AVID 1, Oral Interpretation 1, Debate 1, Communication Applications
Debate
Electives/Endorsement Choices
5 credits Digital Design and Media Production Computer Science
Total
26 credits Distinguished Level of Achievement is the Foundation/Endorsement Plan including Algebra 2. Students are eligible for top 10% automatic admission to state universities.
Art II Principles of Information Technology Art & Media Communication II Engineering Design and Presentation Web Design Principles of Manufacturing
Letter Grade Grade Points A+ 4.5 A 4.0 B+ 3.5 B 3.0 C 2.0 F 0.0
“Grade Points” associated with semester end grades are only used in computing the grade point average at the end of each semester. The GPA is cumulative through grade twelve.
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Options for Education Beyond High School
Why College or Technical School?
Greater earning potential
Better job prospects and expanded career choices
Improved communication, teamwork and other skills
Opportunity to pursue interests
What Should You Look for in a College?
Select a college that may be a stretch for you- your dream school.
Select at least one safety school- a school you know you will be able to get into and afford.
Select two or three schools between your “dream” and “safety” schools.
Compare Colleges Based on:
Location- distance from home
Environment- 2 year/4 year school; urban/rural; co-ed/male/female/religious affiliation/other
Size of Campus Enrollment
Admission Requirements- Required coursework, tests (ACT/SAT), deadlines, GPA/Rank
Academics- is your major offered, typical class size, student-faculty ratio
College Expenses- tuition, room, board, fees, deposits, books
Financial Aid- deadline; required forms; % of students that receive aid; scholarships
Housing- residence hall requirements and application; Meal Plan
Facilities- academic; recreational
Activities- club; organizations; Fraternity/Sorority life; athletics; intramurals
Alternative Admission Programs
Be Sure to Request/Submit Necessary Forms
Application for Admission
Housing Application
Scholarship Application
Financial Aid Application
Intended Major Application (some schools)
Timeline for College Admissions
Spring of Junior Year Research colleges Academic Conferences begin Register/Take the SAT and/or ACT to allow you time to review results and retake the
exams in the fall, if needed Schedule an official visit/tour with colleges that you are curious about
May of Junior Year
Junior Jumpstart College Planning Seminar for Parents Junior Spring Seminars (College 101) for learners
June Between Junior & Senior Year
Visit colleges during the summer. You might call ahead for appointments with financial aid, admissions and academic advisors
If you have an interview, send a thank you note Go online to view applications and learn what information you will be asked to provide.
Focus on the essay portions and decide how you would like to present yourself to the college admissions representatives
Decide if you are going to apply under a particular college’s early decision, early action program, or regular decision
Remember to keep track of all of your deadlines, including admissions, housing and scholarship applications
Many universities offer summer programs to explore possible majors
July 1st Between Junior & Senior Year ApplyTexas Application opens- you may start applying
Application Essays Extracurricular activities/resume
August 1st of Senior Year
The Common Application website opens- you may start applying Applications Essays Extracurricular activities
Register to retake the SAT/ACT if you hope to make a higher score
September of Senior Year Review your college list
Add colleges to your “College I’m Applying to” list in Naviance Request official transcripts in Naviance for each college you are applying to Request Letters of Recommendations, if required by college
If you need a Counselor LOR, complete the Blue Packet and return to your counselor at least two weeks before you need it
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Personally ask your facilitator to write a recommendation letter, then request the teacher recommendation later in Naviance, at least two weeks before you need it
Request a transcript from UNT if you completed a dual credit course Take or retake SAT or ACT to improve your scores Send official SAT/ACT scores to colleges/universities Attend Plano ISD’s College Night Program in September to visit with college
representatives
October of Senior Year Complete the FAFSA online (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)- as early as October
1st. Early Decision/Early Action applications are due between October 1 and November 1
November/December of Senior Year
Pay attention to college specific scholarship deadlines Finish all applications and associated paperwork
January & February of Senior Year
Request your Mid-Year Transcript in Naviance, if the colleges/universities require one. Check Naviance for scholarship information and to access applications.
Remember that grades through the third nine weeks will be used to calculate your final class rank, and you will send your final transcript to the university at the conclusion of the spring semester
Spring of Senior Year Watch deposit deadlines for colleges. Most colleges have a May 1st deadline for the
deposit. Apply for Housing, (if you haven’t already)
Follow college instructions and deadlines for housing Check Naviance for scholarship opportunities Notify colleges of your final admission decision
Note your final decision in Naviance Notify the Counseling office of any scholarships, awards, grants, etc. received.
May of Senior Year
Request Final Transcript in Naviance Complete Senior Survey in Naviance Graduation
College Admissions Testing and Benchmarks
Plano ISD Academy High School CEEB 445582
Should I take the ACT or the SAT?
Most colleges will accept either test for admission. However, you should check the admission
requirements for each college to be sure. Colleges also vary as to the parts of each exam that they
require or which parts they consider for admission. Many universities do not require the writing test.
Not all colleges require an SAT or ACT score. Some universities are “test optional”.
When do I need to take the SAT or ACT?
We recommend that juniors consider taking SAT and/or ACT in the spring or summer of Junior Year.
How do I prepare for the SAT or ACT?
The best preparation for college entrance exams is to do well in your courses in high school. There are
also many websites and books that can help you prepare. Two of the many free resources available to
help you prepare are; SAT - collegeboard.com, and ACT - actstudent.org.
College Readiness Benchmarks
The Texas Education Code (TEC) 51.803-51.809 requires that all students meet one of the following
college readiness standards in order to be eligible to be considered for admission at a Texas Four-Year
Institution:
-Successfully complete the recommended or advanced high school graduation program
-Satisfy the College Readiness Benchmarks on the SAT or ACT assessment:
1) SAT 1090 out of 1600 (Evidence Based Reading, Writing and Math)
2) ACT 18 English, 22 Reading, 22 Mathematics and 23 Science
The Texas Success Initiative www.thecb.state.tx.us
The purpose of the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) is to assess the reading, mathematics, and writing skills
that entering freshman-level students should have if they are to perform effectively in Texas public
colleges or universities. The test consists of three sections: Reading, Mathematics, and Writing.
Who should take the TSI?
Any student that is planning to enter a Texas community college or four-year public college in Texas,
may be required by law to take the test. You will take the test at the college that you are attending. The
TSI is typically used for placement purposes.
Can I be exempt from taking the TSI?
You can be exempt by attaining the following scores on the standardized tests:
ACT: A composite score of 23 with a minimum of 19 on both the English and mathematics tests.
OR
SAT: A combined score of 1070 with 500 minimum on both the verbal and mathematics tests.
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ACT composite to SAT total
ACT SAT
SAT Range
36 1590 1570-1600
35 1540 1530-1560
34 1500 1490-1520
33 1460 1450-1480
32 1430 1420-1440
31 1400 1390-1410
30 1370 1360-1380
29 1340 1330-1350
28 1310 1300-1320
27 1280 1260-1290
26 1240 1230-1250
25 1210 1200-1220
24 1180 1160-1190
23 1140 1130-1150
22 1110 1100-1120
21 1080 1060-1090
20 1040 1030-1050
19 1010 990-1020
18 970 960-980
17 930 920-950
16 890 880-910
15 850 830-870
14 800 780-820
13 760 730-770
12 710 690-720
11 670 650-680
10 630 620-640
9 590 590-610
SAT vs. ACT Do you know which test is right for you?
Why Take It
Colleges use SAT scores for admissions and merit-based scholarships
Colleges use ACT scores for admissions and merit-based scholarships
Test Structure
Math
Evidence Based Reading & Writing
Reading
Writing and Language
Essay (Optional)
Math
Reading
English
Science
Essay (Optional) Length 3 hours (without essay)
3 hours, 50 minutes (with essay)
2 hours, 55 minutes (without essay)
3 hours, 40 minutes (with essay) Reading 5 reading passages 4 reading passages
Science None
1 science section testing your critical thinking skills (not your specific science knowledge)
Math
Covers:
Arithmetic
Algebra I & II
Geometry, Trigonometry and Data Analysis
Covers:
Arithmetic
Algebra I & II
Geometry and Trigonometry Tools Some math questions don’t allow you to
use a calculator You can use a calculator on all math questions
Essays Optional. The essay will test your comprehension of a source text.
Optional. The essay will test how well you evaluate and analyze complex issues.
How It’s Scored
Scored on a scale of 400-1600
Each section is scored 200-800
Essay is scored 2-8 on each of three dimensions
Scored on a scale of 1-36
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Register for the ACT at www.actstudent.org Free Practice Test at https://academy.act.org/ ACT Help-line: (319)337-1270
2020-2021 ACT Test Dates
Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required)
April 17, 2021 March 12, 2021 March 13-26, 2021
June 12, 2021 May 7, 2021 May 8-21, 2021
July 17, 2021 June 18, 2021 June 19-25, 2021
There are two types of SAT exams; the Reasoning and a variety of Subject Tests. The basic
test is the Reasoning test. Only certain colleges and programs require Subject Tests. You
should check with the colleges you are applying to for any required subject tests.
Register SAT Subject Tests at www.collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat-subject-tests/register
Free Practice Subject Test www.collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat-subject-tests/subjects
Register for SAT at www.collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register
Free Practice Test at www.khanacademy.org/sat
SAT Help-line: (866)756-7346
2020-2021 SAT Test Dates/Deadlines
SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Deadline Late Registration Deadline
Deadline for changes
3/13/2021 Not Available 2/12/2020 2/23- Mail or 3/2-Online 3/2/2020
5/8/2021 Available 4/8/2020 4/20- Mail or 4/27-Online 4/27/2020
6/5/2021 Available 5/6/2020 5/18- Mail or 5/26-Online 5/26/2020
How do Plano Students Compare?
SAT National Texas Plano ISD
Reading & Writing 528 510 598
Math 523 500 614
ACT English 20.3 19.5 25.3
ACT Math 20.8 20.4 25.8
ACT Reading 21.3 21.1 26.1
ACT Science 20.8 20.6 25.3
College Application Process
Consider applying early. College admissions deadlines are earlier every year!
Choose your schools thoughtfully. The applications most easily dismissed are from those who have not thought at all about why they are a good match for a certain school and, therefore, have trouble making a plausible case in their essays. It is much easier if you do your research and choose the school rather than applying to numerous universities/colleges in the hopes that at least one will accept you. Be sure to ask questions about housing, meal plans and campus life!
Ask for letters from facilitators who will be enthusiastic about you. A lukewarm recommendation can damage an application.
Get to know your counselor. Make sure you give your counselor plenty of time to write your letter for you. Four weeks lead-time is a good rule of thumb, but ten school days are required.
Craft essays that answer the question. Admissions officers can easily spot "one size fits all" essays, so turn in a clean copy that is carefully proofread. Don't rely on your spell check program, which won't tell you that Duke appears in the essay you intended for Princeton. Be sure that your essay gives the committee an idea of who you are as a person and as a student.
Do an alumni interview, if offered. This will signal that you are serious about the school.
Don't let up on academics your senior year. Admissions committees do look at first semester grades and have been known to reject students who take it easy. Also remember that you will submit a final transcript to your college showing all of your senior year grades.
Keep accurate records of your application materials. Deadlines, Deadlines, Deadlines
Follow up. Continue to check on your documents and applications, to ensure that everything is processed with your colleges.
*While most schools look for similar qualities in applicants, there is no sure-fire formula for getting into a
particular college. With that in mind, parents and students should study college websites and quiz recent
alumni, current students and admissions officials to learn which school would be the best "fit."
What does it take to be successful in college?
Budget your time and stay organized!
Prepare and study for your classes. Typical study time is 2 – 3 hours for every hour that is spent in class.
Go to class and ask questions!
Connect with your professors and with other students through student organizations and study groups.
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Application Checklist
College Name: _______________________
_____ If possible, connect with College Admissions Representative(s) that serve Plano ISD Academy High School
_____College Application Submitted Yes No
Deadline ____________________
Date Submitted _______________
_____ Essay Required? Yes No
_____ Counselor Recommendation Letter Required? Yes No
Blue Packet given to your counselor? __________
_____ Teacher Recommendation Letter Required? Yes No
Personally asked teacher? __________
Requested in Naviance? ___________
_____ Requested transcript in Naviance?
_____ ACT/SAT Scores requested from testing agency website?
_____ Scholarship Applications submitted?
_____ Housing Application submitted?
Deadline ____________________
Date Submitted _______________
_____ Notify college of final decision?
_____ Request Final Transcript? (Only request a final transcript for the college that you will be attending.)
College Admission Options
Early Action, Early Notification
These are very similar. Both options notify students if they have been admitted earlier in the process.
High school students apply in the fall of their senior year and the colleges notify them of acceptance
generally by January or February without requiring them to commit financially. Students have until May
1st to accept or decline an offer of admission.
Fewer students apply through Early Action as opposed to regular decision. Typically, these students are
competitive candidates. Because of this, the admit rate for Early Action is higher than that of regular
decision.
Early Decision
Early Decision is a binding agreement between you and the college, so it’s essential that you be certain
about wanting to enroll at that college.
By applying under an early decision plan, you are making a commitment to attend that college and
surrender the right to wait until May 1 to make a decision. High school counselors and admission officers
take this commitment very seriously. It is important to know that you may apply for early decision to
only one college. You may apply for regular admission to other colleges during the fall, but once you are
admitted under an Early Decision plan, you must withdraw all applications to other colleges immediately.
When is Early Decision the right choice?
Don’t opt for Early Decision unless you’ve spent time on the campus in classes and dorms, and you have
a true sense of the academic and social climate of the college. Advocates of Early Decision feel that
students who know exactly where they want to go and know that they have the funds to go to the
school should take advantage of what Early Decision offers, but again, only if they have meticulously
researched their options.
In general, the Early Decision applicant pool is more competitive, but fewer in number. Schools that are
more competitive are drawing more students from their early decision applicants than ever before.
Be sure to investigate what happens if you are denied admission under Early Decision. Questions to ask
are:
Are you automatically placed in the regular decision category if denied early decision acceptance?
Is the denial final?
Is it possible to reapply?
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Popular College Application Options
The Common Application used by over 700 colleges. Complete your application and submit
electronically at www.commonapp.org.
ApplyTexas is for admission to all Texas 4 year public colleges, (and some private Texas colleges). For
information about admission requirements, application procedures, deadlines, documents, scholarships,
fees and to complete your application and submit electronically visit www.applytexas.org.
QuestBridge is a national nonprofit based in Palo Alto, California that connects the nation’s most
exceptional, low-income youth with leading colleges and opportunities. QuestBridge aims to increase
the percentage of talented low-income students attending the nation’s best colleges and to support
them to achieve success in their careers and communities.
www.questbridge.org
Students can apply to any number of 50 Historically Black Colleges and Universities with the CBCA. To
date, over 100,000 students from the US, Africa, South America and Caribbean have complete the CBCA
to apply to our 50 Member Institutions.
www.commonblackcollegeapp.com
The Coalition is a diverse group of more than 140 distinguished colleges and universities that is
committed to making college a reality for all high school students through their set of free online college
planning tools. https://www.coalitionforcollegeaccess.org/
College/University Specific
Some colleges and universities cannot be found on ApplyTexas or The Common Application. Start on the
college’s website for their college application options and instructions.
Such as: University of Arkansas, Georgetown University
The Many Segments of a College Application
Application Fee
College Application Fees Vary
Many colleges accept fee waivers for applicants from low-income families
If you are on free/reduced lunch, ask your counselor for more information
Essay(s)
Not all colleges require essays- check college application for requirements
If an essay is optional, choose to write it
o Guidelines
It is a narrative about yourself
Strive to analyze and show depth
Proofread for errors and grammatical mistakes
Extra-Curricular Activities/Resume
The college application includes an Extra-Curricular Activities Section
Fill out and include activities from 9th grade to 12th grade
Categories may include:
o Honors/Awards
o Skills/Talents
o Leadership Roles
o Community Service
o Club/Activities
o Work Experience
Utilize Naviance to create a resume, if you don’t already have one
o About Me
o Resume
o Add a new entry
Letters of Recommendation
Check each college to see if letters of recommendation are required
Give your recommender at least two weeks’ notice
Facilitator Letter of Recommendation
o Ask the facilitator if they would complete a letter of recommendation in person and
provide a resume
o Select your facilitators in Naviance, to officially request a LOR
o For colleges that require mailing, provide a stamped, addressed envelope
o Be sure to write a thank you note to your facilitator
o Those secured from outside Academy High School, will need stamped, addressed
envelopes for mailing all materials
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Counselor Letter of Recommendation
o Complete the blue packet
o For colleges that require documents be mailed, provide an addressed, stamped
envelope
Official Transcripts
Request transcripts in your Naviance account
o https://student.naviance.com/academyhs
o Enter your PISD login Username and Password
o Click Log-in with Clever
SAT/ACT Scores
Students MUST request SAT/ACT scores directly from the testing agencies
o www.collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/scores/sending-scores
o www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/scores/sending-your-
scores.html
Scores must be sent directly from the testing agency to the colleges
Most colleges require SAT/ACT scores, and possibly SAT Subject Test score(s)
If you qualify for a fee waiver for SAT testing, you automatically receive 4 college application
fee waivers from College Board. Save your fee waiver number
Interview
Some colleges require an interview; check your application requirements
Dress professionally
Research the college
Ask questions
Auditions or Portfolios (For Art, Music & Theatre Students)
Check your college application to determine if this is required
You may be required to provide samples of your work to demonstrate your ability
You may be required to send a portfolio, audition locally or on campus, or submit a video
Choosing your College
What is important to you?!
Location
How far do you want to be from home?
Do you prefer a warm climate or a cold climate?
Do you prefer a large city or a small town?
What type of transportation is available to get you to campus?
Academics
Does the academic program meet your interests?
Is career counseling available?
What is the student-to-faculty ratio?
Do graduate students teach classes?
Do most students graduate in four years?
Campus housing and facilities
Are students required to live on campus? For how long?
Is off-campus housing available?
What are dorms like? How are roommates chosen?
What facilities are available? i.e. athletic center, computer lab, library.
School activities
Does the school offer intercollegiate and/or intramural sports?
What types of student organizations exist?
Student Body
Do you want to attend a public or private institution?
Do you want to be on a large or small campus?
Would you like to attend a co-ed school?
Cost and financial aid
What is the cost of the college?
Is financial aid available? If so, what percentage of students receives financial aid?
What institutional scholarships are available?
Research Colleges Using Naviance
Research colleges that you may be interested in. Naviance has a great research tool, that will
search for colleges that fit the criteria that YOU are looking for!
Login to Naviance
Click on Colleges
Click on Find Your Fit
Click on SuperMatch
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Complete the Search Criteria
Decide what is a MUST HAVE or NICE TO HAVE View your results
Did you find something that you are interested in? Click on the College’s name, it brings you to their page and provides you with more information!
Did more than one college/university grab your interest? Pin it to compare! Once pinned, click on Pinned on the bottom tool bar!
Click on Compare Pinned Colleges
Make it a favorite, to add it to your Colleges I’m Thinking About list
Other College Search Websites:
www.bigfuture.collegeboard.org
www.collegesimply.com
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Paying for College
Student Financial Aid & Scholarships Timeline
The thought of paying for college can be scary and intimidating. There are multiple resources available
to assist you with planning college finances.
Types of financial awards
Need- Based: Based solely on financial need
Merit- Based: Based on accomplishments of the student, as in grade point average, extra-curricular or community service involvement and much more!
Sources of financial assistance
Federal and State Financial Aid in the form of a loan, grants, and work study programs
College or University Scholarships
Scholarships from Businesses and Organizations
Private loans The FAFSA determines eligibility for all types of federal and state financial aid. It is not necessary to apply for each grant or loan separately. All Federal and State Financial Aid is solely need- based. https://studentaid.gov/
Federal and State loans There are many types of loans offered, but all require repayment with interest. Some are subsidized by the government, meaning that the interest on the loan isn’t paid until 6 months after the student’s graduation. Unsubsidized loans may require payment of interest during college. Most loans do not require repayment until after graduation from college. Typically, federal and state loans offer very competitive interest rates. Some types of loans are:
PERKINS LOANS: The college is the lender.
HINSON-HAZELWOOD COLLEGE STUDENT LOANS: Loans for legal residents of Texas.
PLUS LOANS: PLUS loans are for parent borrowers and provide additional funds for educational expenses. They are made by a lender such as a bank, savings and loan association or credit union.
STAFFORD LOANS: May be subsidized or unsubsidized. *If you receive a financial aid letter from your college of choice, read it carefully as it may include these loans. Federal and State grants Grants do not require repayment by parents or students. Some types of federal and state grants include:
PELL GRANT: Based on exceptional family need.
ACADEMIC COMPETITIVENESS GRANT: Must be eligible for a Pell Grant and obtain a minimum grade point average.
FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY GRANT (SEOG): Eligibility is based on exceptional need.
TEACHER EDUCATION ASSISTANCE FOR COLLEGE AND HIGHER EDUCATION (TEACH) GRANT: Provides funds for future teachers. Includes a four-year commitment to teach in a high-need field in a low income school.
TEXAS EQUALIZATION GRANT (TEG): If you are applying to a private college in Texas, you may apply for a T.E.G. by completing the financial aid form and the TEG application form, which can be obtained from the Financial Aid Office of the private college.
TEACH FOR TEXAS GRANT: Offers assistance to those desiring to teach in identified fields or geographical areas experiencing a critical shortage of teachers. Student must complete the Recommended or Distinguished Achievement program graduation requirements. *Financial need is NOT criteria.
Federal work study program This program provides part-time jobs on campus for students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses. College or University scholarships
Can be need-based or merit-based and do not require repayment.
Check the college’s website to see if the school has its own financial aid form, which must be completed in addition to the FAFSA. Find out about general scholarship information and applications that the college offers.
Check with the department that houses your major at the college to ask about the application procedures for departmental scholarships.
Find out the college’s priority application deadline for financial aid applications. You must submit the FAFSA and any other required documents by the deadline in order to be considered for aid.
Some colleges and universities also require the CSS/Financial Aid Profile, which is available on the College Board website. There is a small fee associated with the CSS Profile.
Scholarships from businesses and organizations
Can be need-based or merit-based and do not require repayment.
Scholarship information that Academy High School counseling department receives is updated on a regular basis in Naviance.
Most scholarship applications are available online and the links are provided
Please read requirements for scholarships carefully to be sure that you meet all requirements.
Tuition Exemptions Exemptions are a type of financial assistance allowing some Texas residents to attend a public college or university in Texas without paying tuition or in some cases, tuition and fees. There are a number of exemptions that include students in the foster care system, children of military personnel and many more. Visit www.collegeforalltexans.com for more information. Educational Assistance for Military Veterans Students that enlist in any branch of the military after high school are eligible to receive financial assistance to attend college or technical school. For more information, visit www.benefits.va.gov. You are not advised to pay a fee for any financial aid or scholarship information.
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How? When? Where? : Paying for College
Junior Year
Research colleges/universities and begin developing your list
Begin visiting colleges that you are interested in
Research admission requirements and deadlines
Research financial aid and scholarship requirements/deadlines
Explore other scholarship opportunities, i.e. scholarships offered by private organizations, family
employers, PTSA, elementary/middle schools
Near the end of your Junior Year, create your Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID at fafsa.gov
Check out the following websites:
www.fastweb.com
www.Studentaid.ed.gov
Senior Year
Fall
Apply for FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), as early as October 1
If needed, complete the CSS/Financial Aid Profile at css.collegeboard.org
Complete college/university specific financial aid applications, if required
Research individual college/university general academic scholarship opportunities and deadlines
Scholarship opportunities will be listed in Naviance, as they become available
Meet early scholarship deadlines
Spring
Continue to check Naviance for scholarships
Evaluate colleges/universities and financial aid packages
Be sure to compare the cost of the schools- not just the financial aid packages
Research and compare colleges, majors and living arrangements
Decide on which college/university you plan to attend
Get acquainted with the financial aid office where you will attend college
Accept a financial aid package from only one college/university and notify all other schools of
your decision
Notify scholarship donors where to send the scholarship funds
Finding scholarships in Naviance
Click on Colleges
Click on Scholarships and Money
Multiple options to finding scholarships
To see the list of scholarships created by the Counseling office, click Scholarship List
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FAFSA
Free application for federal student aid
Federal and State Governments use the FAFSA form to determine a family’s ability to pay for college. After the form is submitted, a Student Aid Report (SAR) is sent to each college listed on the form. You may include ten universities on your FAFSA. You will also receive a copy of this form, which will tell you the amount of your Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Each college will then send you an award letter outlining how much and which types of aid that you will be eligible for at their school. The FAFSA is based on the parent’s income for the previous year. Families are eligible to apply beginning October 1st of the student’s senior year. It is recommended that you apply as soon as possible in order to have priority consideration for aid. Families are recommended to apply online, but a paper application may be downloaded. Eligibility is for one year only; the FAFSA must be submitted each October! The FAFSA website, fafsa.ed.gov, provides excellent information and an estimator of how much aid a family may be eligible to receive.
www.youtube.com/federalstudentaid
FAFSA FAQ
What is it?
The federal government uses this form to determine your eligibility for financial aid,
which include grants, work-study, scholarships and loans.
Why fill it out?
The FAFSA is used to determine how much aid you will receive. It may also be
prerequisite for other scholarships.
What type of aid can I expect to receive?
Your prospective college will try to meet your financial needs through federal, state,
school and private sources, as well as loans, grants and student employment.
May I complete FAFSA online?
Yes, visit www.fafsa.ed.gov, click Fill out FAFSA Form
FAFSA Tips
Complete the form as early as October 1, 2021
Do not leave any fields blank. Enter 0 if a question does not apply
List your information accurately
Take your time completing the form, follow the instructions.
If you need assistance, call 800-433-3243
Sign the applications. If you are a dependent, your parents will also need to sign
Report ALL required sources of untaxed incoming, (social security/child support)
Fill out the FAFSA every year, even if you don’t think you qualify
FSA ID- Federal Student Aid ID
The FSA ID is used to identify you online
To obtain the FSID, visit www.studentaid.ed.gov, click Creating Your Account (FSA ID)
You must submit your name, date of birth and social security number, to receive the FSA ID
The FSA ID allows anyone to electronically sign federal documents and access confidential
information, therefore, do not give your ID to anyone
Filling out the FAFSA
You will need the following information to complete the form:
Social Security Number
Parent’s tax return from previous year, (if you are a dependent)
Current mortgage and investment records, (if any)
untaxed income records, (if applicable)
Driver’s license
Current bank statements
Alien registration card, (if applicable)
Optional forms of Signature for FAFSA
Use your FSA ID to electronically sign.
Your parents will also need their own FSA ID to electronically sign the FAFSA
Print the signature page, get the required signatures and mail the form to the address listed on
the signature page
Wait until you receive your SAR, (Student Aid Report), get the required signatures and return it
through the U.S. Postal Service via certified mail
Review the SAR, (Student Aid Report)
You will receive within two weeks of filing
Review immediately and thoroughly
Report errors to the FAFSA Help Desk and ask how to make corrections
Call (800)433-3243 if you do not receive the SAR within two weeks
An asterisk after the EFC means your SAR has been selected for verification and you may be
asked for more information which will go to the prospective college
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College Visits
Prepare for your visit
Call and set up an official visit/tour at the campus or schedule online
Request the College Visitation Form from Mrs. Chappelear, prior to your visit- this will need to be
signed and/or stamped by a college representative
In lieu of the College Visitation Form, you may provide a letter from the college on letterhead as
proof of the visit
Return the form to Mrs. Chappelear when you return to school, to excuse the absence
When you visit a campus
Take the campus tour, check out the facilities, including the dorm
Visit the fitness center, bookstore, library, dining hall, and if possible a class
Talk to students about their opinion of their classes and professors
Eat a meal on campus
Read the campus newspaper, scan bulletin boards, listen to the college radio station
Check out the community surrounding the campus
Attend a football/basketball game
Make a pro/con list to reflect on later
Ask college students
Do many students go home on the weekend?
Where do students study?
Are faculty members accessible outside of class?
Is it relatively easy to get the classes you need?
Are there things to do locally?
What do students do for fun?
What is your favorite thing about going to school here?
As you tour the campus, ask yourself
How does the college promote student involvement in campus groups or extracurricular
activities?
In what ways does the college help students graduate in four years?
What is it like to live here? Are there things to do locally that you are interested in?
Where do students hang out on campus?
Are the rooms in the residence halls comfortable? Are there kitchen and laundry facilities
available?
Are there study groups, math/writing labs?
What are the best reasons to go to this college?
*Juniors and Seniors receive four excused absences per school year, for college visits.
Class of 2020 in Plano ISD
Plano Graduate Final Transcripts Class of 2020
Top Colleges Top Out of State
Colleges # of students attending Top 20 Research Colleges
# of students attending United States Service Academies
U of Texas – Dallas
U of Texas – Austin
Texas A&M University
University of North Texas
Texas Tech University
University of Arkansas
University of Oklahoma
U of Texas-Arlington
Baylor University
Southern Methodist Univ.
University of Arkansas
University of Oklahoma
Indiana University
Oklahoma State University
Purdue University
Arizona State University
New York University
University of Alabama
University of Colorado
Carnegie Mellon Univ.
Brown University- 1
CA Institute of Tech- 1
Columbia University- 2
Cornell University- 6
Dartmouth University- 2
Duke University- 1
Harvard University – 3
John Hopkins University- 1
MA Institute of Tech- 3
Northwestern University- 2
Notre Dame- 1
Princeton University- 3
Rice University- 5
Stanford University- 0
University of Chicago - 4
U of Pennsylvania- 4
University of Cal LA- 1
Vanderbilt University-5
WA University in St. Louis -3
Yale University- 3
US Air Force Academy- 3
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Texas Colleges and Universities
Admission standards for select Texas public Colleges and Universities
Top 10% Rule
Students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class and who meet deadline requirements are
granted automatic admission to any Texas Public University, provided that they have completed the
Foundation Endorsement Graduation Plan with credit for Algebra II. The University of Texas at Austin
will accept the top 6% for automatic admission, for the class of 2020 and 2021.
Uniform Admission Policy
Texas Education Code (TEC) 51.803-51.809 requires that all students meet one of the following college
readiness standards in order to be eligible to be considered for admission at a Texas Four-Year Public
Institution:
Successfully complete the recommended or advanced high school program or
Satisfy the College Readiness Benchmarks on the SAT or ACT assessment:
SAT – 1090 out of 1600 (Evidence Based Reading, Writing, and Math)
ACT – 18 English, 22 Reading, 22 Mathematics and 23 Science
A Closer Look at Texas Public Colleges This information was taken from each school’s website, for the most current information please contact the institutions.
College Contact Information Enrollment Class Rank SAT ACT
ANGELO STATE angelo.edu 10,447 11% - 50% 920 17
San Angelo 325.942.2041 3rd Quarter Review Review
Part of Texas Tech system 4th Quarter Review Review
MIDWESTERN STATE mwsu.edu 6,102 11% - 50% 1070 21
Wichita Falls 800.842.1922 3rd quarter 1140 23
940.397.4334 4th quarter 1180 24
PRAIRIE VIEW A & M pvamu.edu 7,986 Unconditional 820 17
Prairie View 936.261.1000 Conditional 710 15-16
SAM HOUSTON STATE shsu.edu 18,416 11% - 25% Auto Admit Auto Admit
Huntsville 936.294.1828 2nd quarter 960 20
3rd quarter 1060 23
4th quarter Review Review
STEPHEN F AUSTIN sfasu.edu 11,623 11% - 25% 930 17
Nacogdoches 936.468.2504 2nd quarter 1030 20
3rd quarter 1170 24
4th quarter Review Review
TARLETON STATE (A&M) tarleton.edu 11,316 11% - 25% No minimum No minimum
Stephenville 800.687.8236 2nd quarter 880 20
3rd quarter Review 20
TEXAS A & M tamu.edu 64,000 11%-25% 1300 (min 600 each) 30 (min 27 E&M)
College Station 979.458.0427 2nd-4th quarter Review Review
TEXAS A&M tamu-commerce.edu 12,385 11%-25% 950 20
Commerce 903.886.5081 2nd-4th quarter Review Review
TEXAS A&M tamucc.edu 12,202 11% - 25% 900 19
Corpus Christi 361.825.7024 2nd quarter 1000 21
800.4TAMUCC 3rd quarter 1100 23
4th quarter 1200 27
TEXAS A&M Tamug.edu 2,483 11% - 25% 1500 22
Galveston 877.322.4443
TEXAS SOUTHERN tsu.edu 7,967 All students 820 17
Houston 713.313.7071 with 2.5 GPA
TEXAS STATE txstate.edu 34,180 11% - 25% 920 20
San Marcos 512.245.2364 2nd quarter 1090 22
3rd quarter 1250 26
4th quarter 1300 29
TEXAS TECH ttu.edu 30,737 11% - 25% 1180 24
Lubbock 806.742.1480 2nd Quarter 1260 26
Bottom 50% 1290 27
TEXAS WOMANS twu.edu 15,526 11% - 25% No minimum No minimum
Denton 940.898.3188 Top 50% 1080 21
UNIV HOUSTON uh.edu 45,364 11% - 15% No minimum No minimum
Houston 713.743.1010 16%-25% 1080 21
26% - 50% 1170 24
3rd-4th quarter Review Review
UNIV NORTH TEXAS Unt.edu 31,405 11% - 25% 950 20
Denton 940.565.2000 2nd Quarter 1050 23
3rd Quarter 1180 26
UNIV TEXAS uta.edu 33,307 11% - 25% No minimum No minimum
Arlington 817.272.6287 2nd Quarter 1100 22
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3rd-4th quarter Review only Review only
UNIV TEXAS utexas.edu 40,492 6% No minimum No minimum
Austin 512.475.7387 Remainder Review Review
UNIV TEXAS Utdallas.edu 18,388 11%-15% 1210 26
Dallas 972.883.2270 All Others Review Review
U TEXAS Utsa.edu 32,101 11%-25% No minimum No minimum
San Antonio 210.458.8000 2nd quarter 1170 24
3rd-4th Review Review
UNIV TEXAS Uttyler.edu 10,000 11%-25% 1020 20
Tyler 972.883.2270 2nd quarter 1060 21
3rd quarter 1100 22
4th quarter 1130 23
WEST TEXAS Wtamu.edu 10,169 11%-25% No minimum No minimum
Canyon 800.999.8268 2nd quarter 960 18
3rr quarter 1060 21
4th quarter 1130 23
Do you want to know how much it will cost for you to attend college? Check out this Net Price
Calculator! https://collegecost.ed.gov/net-price
A Closer Look at Out of State Universities This information was taken from each school’s website, for the most current information please contact the institutions.
COLLEGE NAME LOCATION ENROLLMENT %ACCEPTED AVERAGE
SAT/ACT ANNUAL COST
ARIZONA STATE TEMPE, AZ 42,844 85% 1245/26 31,164
AUBURN UNIV AUBURN, AL 28,800 84% 1200/26 51,000
BOSTON COLLEGE CHESTNUT HILL, MA 11,770 32% 1355/30 73,000
BOSTON UNIV BOSTON, MA 21,578 25% 1285/30 72,600
BROWN UNIV PROVIDENCE, RI 8,625 8% 1425/31 74,000
CARNEGIE MELLON PITTSBURGH, PA 8,572 22% 1430/32 72,300
CENTENARY COLL SHREVEPORT, LA 700 62% 1030/22 54,300
COL SCH OF MINES GOLDEN, CO 5,900 56% 1310/29 55,100
COLORADO STATE FT COLLINS, CO 26,400 84% 1175/26 43,051
COLUMBIA NEW YORK, NY 6,270 6% 1505/34 76,920
CORNELL ITHACA, NY 18,256 13% 1415/31 72,800
DUKE UNIV DURHAM, NC 6,696 10% 1460/33 75,000
EMORY UNIV ATLANTA, GA 8,325 22% 1375/30 57,300
FLORIDA STATE TALLAHASSEE, FL 39,615 49% 1200/27 38,100
GEORGETOWN WASHINGTON DC 9,060 16% 1405/31 74,500
HARVARD CAMBRIDGE, MA 8,440 5% 1500/33 71,650
HENDRIX COLL. CONWAY, AR 1,576 80% 1220/29 62,175
INDIANA UNIV BLOOMINGTON, IN 41,430 76% 1165/27 49,500
IOWA STATE AMES, IA 29,621 91% 1210/25 33,657
JOHNS HOPKINS BALTIMORE, MD 6,809 12% 1460/33 73,000
KANSAS STATE MANHATTAN, KS 21,838 95% NA/25 40,300
LOUISIANA STATE BATON ROUGE, LA 25,361 74% 1234/26 40,915
MICHIGAN STATE EAST LANSING, MI 47,362 72% 1120/25 54,100
MIT CAMBRIDGE, MA 5,644 7% 1495/33 70,200
NEW YORK UNIV NEW YORK, NY 32,439 28% 1350/30 74,600
NORTHWESTERN EVANSTON, IL 10,181 9% 1460/32 74,600
NOTRE DAME NOTRE DAME, IN 8,617 18% 1475/34 71,193
OHIO STATE UNIV COLUMBUS, OH 53,155 48% 1265/28 47,300
OKLA STATE STILLWATER, OK 20,574 74% 1170/25 33,198
PENN STATE UNIVERSITY PARK, PA 48,698 50% 1195/27 53,000
PRINCETON PRINCETON, NJ 6,699 6% 1500/33 65,600
PURDUE UNIV W. LAFAYETT, IN 32,627 58% 1295/29 38,824
STANFORD STANFORD, CA 8,762 5% 1475/32 72,500
TULANE NEW ORLEANS, LA 6,773 17% 1420/32 72,574
UNIV ALABAMA TUSCALOOSA, AL 40,712 53% 1130/25 45,000
UNIV ARIZONA TUCSON, AZ 42,185 85% 1110/24 53,100
UNIV ARKANSAS FAYETTEVILLE, AR 23,386 77% 1175/26 37,202
UNIV COLORADO BOULDER, CO 35,661 80% 1150/26 55,800
UNIV FLORIDA GAINESVILLE, FL 41,669 42% 1265/28 43,500
UNIV KANSAS LAWRENCE, KS 18,995 92% 1185/26 38,384
UNIV MICHIGAN ANN ARBOR, MI 36,668 27% 1360/30 64,300
UNIV MINNESOTA MINNEAPOLIS, MN 41,628 50% 1295/27 44,000
UNIV MISSISSIPPI UNIVERSITY, MS 22,431 84% 1080/24 41,300
UNIV MISSOURI COLUMBIA, MO 27,951 78% 1165/25 39,800
UNIV NEBRASKA LINCOLN, NE 25,859 64% 1195/26 40,700
UNIV N CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL, NC 23,218 24% 1300/29 50,000
UNIV OKLAHOMA NORMAN, OK 27,292 69% 1175/26 44,700
UNIV PENN PHILADELPHIA, PA 12,445 9% 1445/32 75,300
UNIV TULSA TULSA, OK 4,086 39% 1335/28 59,700
UNIV VIRGINIA CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 20,433 27% 1360/30 64,300
UCLA LOS ANGELES, CA 37,040 16% 1290/28 61,900
USC LOS ANGELES, CA 23,184 16% 1360/31 71,600
VANDERBILT NASHVILLE, TN 8,492 11% 1480/32 70,200
WAKE FOREST WINSTON SALEM, NC 6,451 28% 1330/30 73,200
WASHINGTON UNIV ST. LOUIS, MO 9,453 16% 1470/32 74,300
YALE UNIV NEW HAVEN, CT 7,325 7% 1500/33 73,800
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Alternative Pathways to Universities
Some Universities offer alternative pathways to gain admission to their school through summer programs, community colleges, or schools within their system. SMU-Collin program – www.collin.edu/transferu/smu.html On February 15, 2002, Collin County Community College District and Southern Methodist University entered into a Pre-admission Agreement. According to the agreement, Collin students may apply to become pre-admission students at the beginning of their first year of study at Collin and subsequently transfer to SMU provided they follow SMU's curriculum guidelines and comply with all SMU admission requirements. Texas A&M-Blinn TEAM (“Transfer Enrollment at A&M”) Program: – http://blinnteam.tamu.edu/ A collaborative, co-enrollment partnership between a major university (Texas A&M) and a community college (Blinn College). Each year since 2001 this pioneering initiative has allowed the admission of hundreds of additional qualified students into the Texas A&M freshman class that would have otherwise not been possible due to enrollment limitations. Texas A&M PSA - Program for System Admission – http://admissions.tamu.edu/PSA The Program for System Admission (PSA) is an alternative admission program for selected students not offered freshman admission to Texas A&M University. PSA provides students the opportunity to attend a Texas A&M University system institution with the goal of enrolling at Texas A&M in College Station after one year. Texas Tech Gateway Program – www.depts.ttu.edu/ttap/ The Tech Transfer Acceleration Program is a nationally recognized alternative admissions program that expands the availability of the Red Raider experience to students who do not yet meet the admissions criteria for Texas Tech University. TTAP students enroll concurrently at Texas Tech University and South Plains College during the Fall semester. This unique partnership between Texas Tech and South Plains College allows students to live and take classes on the Texas Tech Campus. Upon successful completion of TTAP, students are eligible to transfer automatically to Texas Tech University in the Spring semester. UT CAP (Coordinated Admission Program) – https://admissions.utexas.edu/enroll/cap In general, CAP makes it possible for some freshman applicants to UT Austin to begin their studies at another UT System university. After completing CAP requirements during their freshman year, students transfer to UT Austin to complete their undergraduate studies. UT PACE – https://admissions.utexas.edu/enroll/pace The Path to Admission through Co-Enrollment program offers alternate entrance to The University of Texas at Austin to select students. PACE participants spend their freshman year on the UT campus part-time, taking one class per semester at the university while completing the majority of their coursework at nearby Austin Community College (ACC) – Rio Grande. At the end of the year, those who successfully complete PACE requirements continue their undergraduate studies at The University of Texas at Austin full-time and on track for on-time graduation, and are automatically admissible to a number of majors in the College of Liberal Arts or eligible to compete for admission to majors in other colleges and schools.
Community College Options
Community colleges offer a number of advantages, including much lower costs than four year colleges and universities and a smooth transition. They also offer a variety of programs and opportunities that will assist you to reach your career goals. Some examples include: Certificate program If you are excited about learning a skill like audio engineering, networking or graphic design, one of the many certificate programs at a Community College would be perfect for you. Depending on the number of courses required to complete the certificate, you may be exempt from the TSI requirement (Texas College Admissions Test). Courses in a certificate program tend to concentrate on hands-on skill development. Upon completion of the certificate, you would have the credentials to get an entry-level position in the industry. Associate degree (AA) An Associate Degree may be earned by taking related course work beyond the basic certificate program. With an Associate Degree, you gain the skills for a job in the field of your study. An Associate Degree typically takes two years to complete if you are a full time student and includes several core classes in addition to the classes in your field of study. Transfer program Community College offers open enrollment and can serve as a bridge from high school to the college or university of your choice. Texas has adopted a “Core Curriculum” which includes a number of basic courses that will automatically transfer to a four-year public college in Texas. A student may transfer to a four-year university at any time. The conditions of the transfer vary with each college, but grade point average is important when transferring! See the “Transfer U” page on the Collin College website for much more information on how to transfer to a four-year school from a community college.
Partnership programs Several of the major universities in Texas have a partnership program with the Community College in their area. Austin Community College is a pipeline school for UT-Austin, Blinn College is a link to Texas A&M in College Station, and South Plains is a bridge to Texas Tech in Lubbock. Each partner school has slightly different arrangements specifying the requirements for transferring from the community college to the four-year school.
Collin College pre-admission partnerships Collin College partnerships allow students to complete the first two years of their bachelor’s degree, pay Collin’s tuition rates and guarantee admissions to the partner university, if all requirements are met. This program will help reduce the time to earn a degree, make college more affordable and accessible.
As a Collin student, you may apply to participate in any of the TEN Pre-Admission Programs
Each program has its own admission procedures
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Community Colleges in Texas
Alamo Colleges - San Antonio Lone Star College System - The Woodlands
Alvin Community College - Alvin Mclennan Community College - Waco
Amarillo College - Amarillo Midland College E - Midland
Angelina College - Lufkin Navarro College – Corsicana
Austin Community College (UT transfer) Austin
North Central Texas College - Gainesville
Blinn College (A&M transfer)- Brenham Northeast TX Community College –Mt. Pleasant
Brazosport College - Lake Jackson Odessa College - Odessa
Central Texas College - Killeen Panola College - Carthage
Cisco College - Cisco Paris Junior College – Paris
Clarendon College - Clarendon Ranger College - Ranger
Coastal Bend College - Beeville San Jacinto College - Pasadena
College of the Mainland - Texas City South Plains College (Texas Tech Gateway)- Levelland
Collin College (7 Campuses) - McKinney South Texas College – McAllen
Dallas County Community College District - Several Campuses - Dallas
Southwest Texas Junior College - Uvalde
Del Mar College - Corpus Christi Tarrant County College - Ft Worth
El Paso Community College - El Paso Temple College - Temple
Frank Phillips College - Borger Texarkana College - Texarkana
Galveston College - Galveston Texas Southmost College - Brownsville
Grayson College - Denison Trinity Valley Community College - Athens
Hill College - Hillsboro Tyler Junior College - Tyler
Houston Community College – Houston Vernon College - Vernon
Howard College - Big Spring Victoria College - Victoria
Kilgore College - Kilgore Weatherford College - Weatherford
Laredo Community College - Laredo Western Texas College - Snyder
Lee College – Baytown Wharton County Junior College - Wharton
Collin College Partnerships include: www.collin.edu/transferu/pre-admnprog.html
Austin College Texas Tech University
Baylor University Texas Woman’s University
Dallas Baptist University Texas Wesleyan University
Southern Methodist University The University of Texas at Dallas
Texas A&M University- Commerce University of North Texas
Four More Years Not for You?
See what Community College and Career, Trade and Technical Schools have to offer!
Auto Technology/Auto Body
Brookhaven College - DCCCD
Cedar Valley College - DCCCD
Eastfield College - DCCCD Aviation/Flight School
Mountain View College – DCCCD Computer Applications Programmers
Texas State Technical College/Waco Computer Service Technicians
Texas State Technical College/Waco
Eastfield College – DCCCD
El Centro College – DCCCD
Richland Junior College – DCCCD Cosmetologists
Paul Mitchell Cosmetology School
Aveda Institute
Cosmetology Career Center
ITS Beauty College
Dallas Barber & Stylist College Criminal Justice/Corrections Officer
Cedar Valley College
Collin College
Eastfield College – DCCCD
El Centro College – DCCCD
Grayson County College
McLennan Community College Culinary Arts
El Centro – DCCCD
Collin College Dental Assistants/Dental Hygienists
ATI Health Education Center
Collin College
Concorde Career Center
Navarro College
Tarrant County Junior College, NE Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT)
Cedar Valley College
El Centro College – DCCCD
Grayson County College
McLennan Community College
Fire Science
Collin College
Eastfield College Fashion/Interior Design
El Centro College – DCCCD
The Art Institute of Dallas
Wade College
Graphic Design
Collin College
Texas State Technical College/Waco Hospitality and Food Service Mgt.
Collin College Medical Assistants
Eastfield College – DCCCD
ATI Health Education Center
PCI Health Training Center Nurses, Licensed Practical
El Centro College – DCCCD
Collin College
Grayson County College Nurses, Registered
Brookhaven College – DCCCD
El Centro College – DCCCD
Grayson County College
Navarro College
Tarrant County Junior College, NE Real Estate Agents/Brokers
Cedar Valley College
North Lake College
Richland Junior College – DCCCD
Collin College
Tarrant County Junior College, NE Surgical Technology
Collin College
Eastfield College Veterinary Technology
Cedar Valley College Wireless Communication Technician
Richland College
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Career, Trade and Technical Schools
Career, Trade and Technical schools offer specialized courses that focus on skills in a wide variety of
career fields. They are usually privately owned, although there are a few public technical colleges in
Texas as well.
Students benefit from:
smaller classes and individual attention
“hands on training”
many programs can be completed in less than a year to a year-and-a-half
career placement assistance
Art Institute of Dallas https://www.artinstitutes.edu/
Advertising, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Animation, Audio/Video, Game Design, Photography,
Web Design, Hotel & Restaurant, Hospitality, Fashion Design, Culinary Arts
CCI Training Center https://www.ccitraining.edu/
Medical Billing/Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Phlebotomy, Medical Front Office, Office & Business Skills,
IT/Computer
Concorde Career Institute https://www.concorde.edu/
Medical & Dental Assistant, Medical Office Administration, Vocational Nurse, Surgical Technician
DeVry University https://www.devry.edu/
Health Sciences, Business & Management, Information Sciences, Media Arts
Altierus Career College https://www.altierus.edu/
Health Related Careers, HVAC, Electrical; Business, Criminal Justice
Kaplan College https://kaplan.com/
Medical & Dental Assistant, Computer Networking, Medical Billing, Coding Specialist
KD Studio Actors Conservatory https://kdstudio.com/
Acting, Film, Musical Theatre
Lincoln Tech https://www.lincolntech.edu/
Automotive/Diesel, Welding, Collision Repair, HVAC, Electrical Technology
Ogle School of Hair Design https://www.ogleschool.edu/
Hair Styling & Care, Cosmetology, Facials, Nails
PCI Health Training Center https://www.pcihealth.edu/
Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Medical Office Administration
Texas State Technical College https://www.tstc.edu/
Agriculture, Construction, Audio/Video Arts, Business Administration and Management, Health
Science, Hospitality/Tourism, Human Services, Information Technology, Public Safety,
Manufacturing, Logistics
Aviation Institute of Maintenance https://aviationmaintenance.edu/
Aviation Maintenance Technical Engineer, Aviation Maintenance Technician, Aviation Maintenance
Technician Helicopter, Maintenance Technician
Aveda Institute https://avedainstitutessouth.edu/
Cosmetology, Massage, Barbering
Universal Technical Institute https://www.uti.edu/
Automotive, Diesel, Marine, Motorcycle Repair, CNC Machining, Collision Repair, Welding
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Military Academies
United States Military Enlistment
The United States military includes the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and the Coast Guard. Active
military personnel are eligible for many benefits, including housing, advanced and specialty training,
health and dental care, educational benefits and more. For more information, you can visit with the
military recruiters that visit your campus or read more at https://www.usa.gov/join-military.
Reserve Officer Training Corp Programs (ROTC)
The Reserve Officer Training Corps is a college program offered at more than 1700 colleges and
universities across the United States that prepares young adults to become officers in the US Military. In
exchange for a paid college education and guaranteed post-college career, participants commit to serve
in the Military after graduation.
U.S. Military Service Academies
The service academies are federal institutions that provide an undergraduate education and train future
commissioned officers for service in the United States Armed Forces. Applying to a Military Service
Academy is a rigorous, highly competitive, and lengthy process. Service academies routinely rank
amongst the top universities in the nation. Students pay no tuition or room and board while at a service
academy, but they are required to service in the military upon graduation. You must have a nomination
in order to gain admission to a military academy. Members of Congress and the Vice-President of the
United States may make nominations. The President of the United States may make nominations for
particular groups.
You must start the application process early in your 11th grade year in order to complete all required
steps by the deadline.
The United States Military Academies include U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force
Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy and Merchant Marine Academy.
The application process for U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy and U.S. Air Force Academy is
more complex than other colleges.
Junior Year
Complete the candidate questionnaire online
Take the SAT or ACT early spring
Begin nomination process in June
Write your Congressman and two Senators
www.westpoint.edu/ [email protected]
www.usna.edu/homepage.php Captain Thomas Kapurch [email protected]
www.usafa.edu/ Maj. Jesse G Lane
U.S. Senator www.govtrack.us/
U.S. Congressman www.govtrack.us/
U.S. Senator www.govtrack.us/
Vice-Presidential Nominations
www.whitehouse.gov/the-trump-administration/academy-
nominations/
U.S. Coast Guard Academy www.uscga.edu 800-883-8724
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
www.usmma.edu [email protected] [email protected]
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Summer Junior/Senior Year
Request Presidential nomination, if eligible
Request Vice-Presidential nomination, if eligible
The person providing the nomination will need the following information: Name, address, telephone number Date of birth Social Security Number High School name and year of graduation Names of parents The student may indicate first, second, third and fourth choices for
academies
Fall/Winter: Senior Year
Follow-up on Congressional/Senate nomination
Meet with Liaison Officer for academy of choice
Complete application process for academy of choice Summer: Junior/Senior Year
Complete academy process for appointment, (medical, physical, etc)
Attend reception/press conference for appointees For the Coast Guard Academy and Merchant Marine Academy, the application process is similar to highly competitive colleges. There is not a nomination process and you can apply online. ROTC Scholarship Programs ROTC Scholarship Programs involve a competitive process. In addition to the written application, candidates must undergo a physical exam, formal interviews and a physical abilities test. The first step is to request an application: www.goarmy.com www.afrotc.com https://www.navy.com/ www.uscg.mil https://www.marines.com/
Transcripts
What’s the difference between an OFFICIAL and an UNOFFICIAL transcript? Both documents are accurate representations of your academic record, however, the information appears differently and has different levels of security. Official Transcripts
An OFFICIAL transcript is printed on special, watermarked paper. Official paper transcripts are sent in a sealed, signature-stamped envelope. It has the Registrar's signature; and title. It must be delivered on your behalf by the Registrar's Office to the 3rd party(ies) you have indicated.
The OFFICIAL eTranscript is delivered as a secured PDF document that certifies the authenticity
of the document, they can be delivered on your behalf by the Registrar's Office to the 3rd
party(ies) via applications such as Naviance and TREx.
There are three types of official transcripts – initial, mid-year, and final.
The Initial transcript reflects a student's grades 9th – 11th grade.
The Mid-year transcript reflects a student's grades 9th – 11th grade plus the first semester of
their senior year.
Initial and Mid-year official Transcripts are signed by the Registrar.
The Final transcript reflects all of a student’s grades 9-12 and will be available a few weeks after
graduation. This copy will have the graduation date as well as school principal’s signature.
Unofficial Transcript
The UNOFFICIAL Transcript looks the same as the Official Transcript, with the word "Working
copy" printed across the document. Password protected PDF copies can be emailed or printed.
An official transcript which is printed then re-scanned in an email is considered UNOFFICIAL.
Personal Transcripts and Working Transcripts are the same. Simply two different ways to say UNOFFICIAL transcript.
Unofficial transcripts are never signed by the Registrar or Principal of the school.
When do you use an Unofficial Transcript?
This is helpful for internal purposes, such as applying for jobs, scholarships or internships, to show the
types of courses you have taken, or to apply for a grant. It can be used for college applications that
require self-reporting. It can also be used to show proof of enrollment in a future term when an
unofficial document is acceptable or for advising purposes. Institutions will clearly mark when unofficial
transcripts are accepted. When in doubt provide an official copy.
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When do you use an Official Transcript?
Students request Official Transcripts through the Registrar's Office when applying to universities, for
employment opportunities, security clearances, internships and volunteer work. Institutions will clearly
mark when official transcripts are required. When in doubt provide an official copy. This copy is always
sent from the school directly to the institution. Once you have been accepted to the university of your
choice, an OFFICIAL FINAL copy will be sent to the college.
Who can request transcripts?
A parent or guardian can request a transcript for a high school student under the age of 18. Once
a graduate has turned 18 years of age, OR is in a post-secondary setting. We can only honor
transcript request from the graduate.
1st-2nd and 3rd year students may request an Unofficial transcript.
2 nd & 3 rd Years will receive their transcripts during their academic conferences in the spring. Any
transcript run before then will not have a GPA.
1st years will receive their transcript during their 2nd year spring academic conference. Any
transcript run before then will not have a GPA.
How to Request Transcripts
The Registrar's office at Plano ISD Academy High School retains all records, (active and withdrawn), for 2
years past graduation. We currently have transcripts for the graduating classes of 2019 and 2020.
Transcripts for graduating classes prior to 2019 are located at the Records Management Department at
the PISD Administration Building, 2700 W 15th Street 469.752.8067.
If you are a Senior requesting a transcript be sent to a college, this request MUST be completed through
Naviance. You can access the link to request a transcript
from our website.
If you are a Senior requesting a transcript for personal
reasons or scholarships, you may request your transcript by
using this link, https://myforms.pisd.edu/Forms/TRequest.
If you are a current student that would like a copy of their
transcript for personal reasons or scholarships, you may
request your transcript by using this link,
https://myforms.pisd.edu/Forms/TRequest.
If you are a graduate, from classes 2019 and 2020 please complete this form to submit your request,
https://myforms.pisd.edu/Forms/DocRequest.
When will I receive my Transcript?
The requests are processed in about 1 school day;
The Registrar will mail the official copy to the third parties indicated in your request.
For unofficial copies the Registrar will email you when your transcript is ready for pick up in the
Counseling Office or email you the unofficial password protected PDF copy.
Learners are not allowed in the Counseling Office until contacted.
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Naviance Student
Naviance is a college and career readiness platform that will assist you as you set goals, assess your
strengths, explore career options based on your interests and search for colleges and scholarships.
Naviance also allows your counselor to send all of your college application materials electronically, the
preferred method of delivery for most colleges.
Naviance will allow you to
Set goals and track your progress
Create a resume
User Super Match to find and compare colleges that fit your requirements
View thousands of videos about leaders in their career fields on Road Trip Nation
Take Career Interest Profiler to find careers that best fit you
Research careers and find out which colleges offer a major in that field
Request transcripts and letters of recommendation
Find information about summer opportunities and scholarships
Track the colleges and scholarships that you are applying for
Much MORE
To login to Naviance directly, visit: https://student.Naviance.com/academyhs
1. Enter your PISD email or username
2. Enter your password 3. Click Login with Clever
To Login from Webdesk go to: https://launchpad.classlink.com/home
1. Click on PISD Network Login 2. Enter PISD email and password 3. Select Naviance app
Naviance Tab Overview
Careers Tab
Review the results of your career interest assessments
Research Careers
View your favorite career list
Explore the Roadtrip Nation Interview Archive
About Me Tab
Review your surveys
Review your resume
View your test scores
View documents posted by your school
Review your journal entries
Colleges Tab
Colleges, Colleges I’m Thinking About
Scholarship List
Letters of Recommendations
Request Transcripts
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Submitting Applications
Filling out applications for college is time consuming and needs to be done carefully. PISD uses
Naviance, which is a web-based planning and advising system for counselors, teachers, administrators,
students and parents. Through Naviance you will be able to compare colleges, track deadlines, look at
selected scholarships, explore college visits, request letters of recommendation, transcripts and explore
career options.
Common Application Colleges, you need to follow the required steps
Create a Common Application account and complete all required sections of the Common
Application
Sign the FERPA Waiver and authorization on your Common Application, (Check “YES, I do
waive my right to access…”
Match the Common application with Naviance
Enter your Common Application email address in Naviance and click match, to link
your Common Application to Naviance
Go to http://www.screencast.com/t/gxEQkElyo1, for step by step instructions
Requesting Transcripts
In Naviance, click on Colleges, then Colleges I’m applying to
You MUST ADD a college to your list, BEFORE you can request a transcript be sent.
To add a College to your list, click on the icon.
1. Search for the college that you are applying to.
2. Decide your Application Type, i.e. Regular Decision, Early Decision, Early Action, etc.
3. Choose how you are submitting your application.
a. If using ApplyTexas, select direct to institution.
b. You must select either “Via Common App” or “Direct to the Institution”; your transcript will not be sent if you select “I’m not sure yet”.
4. DO NOT request a transcript until after you’ve submitted your application.
5. Click on Add and Request Transcript
6. Choose transcript type.
a. Initial transcript is the first transcript requested during 1st semester
b. Mid-Year transcript is requested in January/February after transcripts have been updated to reflect 1st semester grades
c. Your final transcript is sent to the college that you decide to attend- this is sent after school is out
7. Select the college that you just added to your “College I’m Applying to” list
8. Click “Request and Finish”
Skip this question. Scores must
be sent by testing agency
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Manage Transcripts
Click on Colleges, Colleges Home, under Apply to Colleges, you will find Manage Transcripts.
Here is a list of transcripts that you’ve requested. You will find the date you submitted the request, the transcript type that you requested and the due date. You have the option of adding additional requests from this screen.
Click
Click College Application Transcript
You will be brought back to this screen. Repeat step 6.
Requesting letters of recommendation
Some colleges/universities require letters of recommendation from your counselor and/or teachers. If a recommendation is needed by a teacher, personally ask them if they’d mind writing one for you. If they agree, complete the following steps in Naviance to submit the formal request.
Click on Colleges,
Select Colleges Home
under Apply to Colleges,
you will see Letters of Recommendation
1. Click to add a new request
If you have any pending Letters of Recommendation, you will see them listed here along with the status.
2. Select the teacher that will be writing the LOR
3. Select your preference 4. Help the facilitator help you!
Give them something great about you to write about.
*LOR: Letter of Recommendation
*Teachers who are NOT from our Campus are not listed in Naviance, you will need to contact the teacher
and provide them with a stamped, addressed envelope to the college for mailing.
Counselor Letter of Recommendation
Complete your portion of the counselor recommendation form and have your parents complete theirs.
Turn it in to the Counseling office at least two weeks prior to your earliest deadline. This form can be
found under the counselling tab on our website. Click on Forms
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Directory of Websites
Application Websites
Texas Common Application- www.applytexas.org
Universal Common Application www.commonapp.org/
Test Preparation
SAT www.collegeboard.org/
ACT www.act.org/
www.kaplan.com
www.khanacademy.org/
College Search
www.collin.edu/gettingstarted www.ycg.org www.GenTX.org www.admissions.com https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/ www.myplan.com www.adventuresineducation.org www.collegeboard.org/ www.collegenet.com www.collegeview.com www.collegeexpress.com www.collegeforalltexans.com/ www.petersons.com www.review.com/ www.thecb.state.tx.us www.usnews.com (Click Education) www.collegeportraits.org www.nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/
College Majors www.mymajors.com www.Collegemajors101.com www.Collegeraptor.com
Financial Aid & Scholarships
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov http://www.collegeboard.com http://www.studentaid.ed.gov https://www.ed.gov/edpubs/ http://www.scholarships.com http://www.adventuresineducation.org http://www.collegefortexans.com http://www.fastweb.com http://www.finaid.org http://www.nasfaa.org http://www.petersons.com http://www.salliemae.com http://www.mapping-your-future.org http://www.latinocollegedollars.org http://www.consumerfinance.gov/paying-for-college Career
http://www.part-time-jobs-for-students.net http://www.myfuture.com http://www.acinet.org http://www.achievetexas.org http://www.careers.org http://www.careervoyages.gov http://www.twc.state.tx.us http://www.usajobs.com http://www.careeronestop.org Resources
http://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org http://www.pisd.edu/UR
NCAA Clearinghouse
General Information for College Bound Athletes
If you are planning to attend college and participate in Division I or Division II athletics, you must be certified as eligible by the NCAA Clearinghouse. Athletes all across the nation must submit Clearinghouse documents. To get certified:
At the beginning of your senior year go online to complete an application.
The fee can be waived for students who have already received a waiver for the ACT or SAT fee. See your counselor if you have questions regarding fee waivers.
Send ACT or SAT score reports to the Clearinghouse by filling in their code (9999) as one of your four choices when you take the test or by filling out an additional score report form later.
Order a transcript from the registrar’s office to be sent to the Clearinghouse. You cannot play any sport at an NCAA college or accept a scholarship to do so, without Clearinghouse eligibility. Be sure you take care of this paperwork if college sports are part of your future plans.
Minimum scores for NCAA full eligibility:
Wishing you lots of success as you begin your new journey!
Division I
If you enroll in a Division I college and want to participate in athletics or receive an athletics scholarship, you must meet the following academic standards:
Graduate from high school;
Complete the 16 core courses
Present a minimum required grade-point average in your core courses; and
Achieve a combined SAT or ACT sum score that matches your core-course grade-point average in the grade point average and test score index
Division II
If you enroll in a Division II college and want to participate in athletics or receive an athletics scholarship, you must meet the following academic standards:
Graduate from high school;
Complete the 14 core courses
Present a 2.000 grade-point average in your core courses; and
Achieve a combined SAT score of 820 or a sum score of 68 on the ACT.
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