2. Please visit the school store in G-107 for coffee and a bit of browsing around!

3. Finding the Right Match

4. Rigor of academic program GPA SAT and ACT scores SAT subject tests AP tests Letters of recommendation College essays Demonstrated interest Extra curricular activities (sports, community service, clubs, etc.)

5. SAT vs. ACT Reasoning test Aptitude TESTContent-based test Achievement Critical Reading Math Writing FORMATEnglish Math Reading Science Writing (optional) Reading Vocabulary Grammar & Usage Writing Math CONTENTGrammar & Usage Math Reading Science Reasoning Writing (optional) Math, Critical Reading and Writing ranges 200- 800; total score ranges 600-2400 SCORINGEnglish, Math, Reading, and Science ranges 1-36; Composite ACT is average of four sections, ranges1-36. YesSCORE CHOICEYes Arithmetic Data Analysis Algebra I & II Functions Geometry Formulas are provided in test booklet MATH LEVELSArithmetic Algebra I & II Functions Geometry Trigonometry No formulas provided Every four year school accepts the SAT and ACT

6. Books Internet ( www.youniversitytv.com) www.youniversitytv.com Contact Colleges Network College Fairs

7. Guidance Website Open houses/College Fairs Scholarships College Search Links College Representative Visit Schedule Summer Programs and Other Opportunities NAVIANCE- Family Connection About Me Careers Colleges

8. Most Highly Selective 1:8 Highly Selective 1:4 Selective 1:2 Somewhat Selective 6:8 Reach schools Target schools Safety schools

10. Family Connection “Game Plan” Location Setting Size Academic Major Cost Sports Social Life Selectivity

11. Visit Colleges Open Houses Information Sessions Tours Talk to college representatives Visits at MHS Admission Offices Go to College Fairs Check out summer opportunities

12. A student planning on attending an NCAA Division I or II institution who wishes to participate in intercollegiate athletics must register with NCAA Eligibility Center at www.eligibilitycenter.org www.eligibilitycenter.org Registration should occur during your junior year

13. JUNIOR TIMELINE Winter Meet with your school counselor Continue to explore Naviance & research post-secondary opportunities Research and apply for summer college programs, internships, and jobs Register for college admissions tests Think about the rigor of your senior year schedule & review the Program of Studies Attend Junior College Planning Night (February 21) Spring Build a resume Register for college admissions tests. Take AP exams and subject tests, if applicable Visit colleges over spring break Attend the College Admissions Panel presentation (April 10) & MHS College Fair (April 25) Sign up for Mock Admissions Interviews Ask for letters of recommendation Register on the NCAA website if you are an athlete (www.eligibilitycenter.org)www.eligibilitycenter.org Summer Continue to visit college campuses and network with admissions counselors, potential employers, and recruiters Create an essay and finish your resume Create a Common Application account (www.commonapp.org)www.commonapp.org Register for fall college admissions test Test Dates – register online ● SAT & Subject Tests (www.collegeboard.com) ● ACT (www.actstudent.org)www.collegeboard.comwww.actstudent.org ▪ March 9(Deadline: February 8)▪ February 9 (Deadline: January 11) ▪ May 4 (Deadline: April 5)▪ April 13 (Deadline: March 8) ▪ June 1 (Deadline: May 2)▪ June 8 (Deadline: May 3) Important MHS Events Junior College Planning Night- February 21 College Admissions Panel- April 10 MHS College Fair- April 25 Mock Admissions Interviews – May TBA