1. Post-Secondary Information Research Project
Preparing yourself for your future

2. Preparing for Post-Secondary Education
Preparing for Post-Secondary Education starts long before you ever step foot on the campus.
There are many steps that must be taken before you will meet the requirements set forth by a School.
Deadlines can cause severe problems and set backs if not met.
An insoficient ACT score can severely limit your options for Healthcare Programs.

3. Choosing the Post-Secondary Institution that is right for you
When looking for a Post- Secondary institution, consider the following points…
Distance from home
Programs that are offered
Cost of attendance
Living arrangements
ACT scores Required
Finacial Aid/Scholarships that are available
Safety

4. Research
Researching your Institution is your responsibility, and will help you develop a plan for your future.
Research
Choose the top 2 Institutions that you are interested in
For each Institution, you will be researching the following information….
General Admission Deadline
General Admisssion ACT requirement, GPA requirement
FASFA (What is FASFA? What is the deadline for having this completed?)
Cost of attendance
Choose 2 Financial Aid Programs/Scholarships you need
Financial Aid (ACT requirement, GPA req., application Deadline, extra classes/GPA needed to keep)
Scholarships (ACT requirement, GPA req., Application deadline, extra classes/GPA needed to keep)

5. Research Continued Research
Choose 2 Programs of Study that you are interested in then research the following for each…
Program Admission Deadlines
ACT Requirements for the program
Is there an Interview? Application? Recommendations? Any other requirements?
Class Hours needed to complete that program
List Each of the courses you would have to take to complete the program.
When do classes begin?
Additional Costs of the program (gas to clinicals, stethoscope, scrubs, computer, etc.)
Living Costs (apartment, dorms, live at home (gas cost))

6. Activity
Now that you have information over the deadlines and requirements, you will be creating an education plan for yourself for these Institutions.
Create a Timeline/Calendar to help you keep up with the Deadlines.
Create a Cost Budget that will help you and your family plan for your expenses.
Now that you have looked at 2 Institutions and multiple programs, write an essay over which Institution and Program you believe will fit your needs the best. Make sure to include information over why you are choosing.