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3. Academic Preparation Outside of the Classroom Financial Planning College www.sanjac.edu

4. Student Grades DO matter! Always ask questions. Participate in classroom activities and discussions. Complete and turn in homework daily. Keep your desk area neat. Read, Read, Read Parent Show an interest in your child’s education… Remember to keep learning fun and creative. Create a place to study. Help with organizational skills. Communicate with your child’s teacher. Encourage good study habits. Help your child explore their areas of interest and build on their strengths. Look ahead to intermediate and high school courses. Talk about college and careers. Read, Read, Read www.sanjac.edu

5. Take advantage of early opportunities Advanced Placement Dual Credit Early College High School Early Admissions Articulated Technical Credit www.sanjac.edu

6. Get INVOLVED! Be a LEADER! Academic Honor Societies Career-oriented Leadership Community Service Athletics Fine Arts www.sanjac.edu

7. Grants – based on financial need (Free money) Scholarships – based on academic or financial need (Do not have to pay back) Student Loans – non-credit based / credit based (Have to pay back) Out-of-pocket Payment plans Savings www.sanjac.edu

9. Four year college or universitySan Jacinto College Offer Bachelors degreesOffer Associates degrees and certificates Application fee, approx. $60*No application fee Selective admission policiesOpen admission policy SAT and/or ACT requiredSAT and/or ACT not required Average annual cost of attendance: $7,185 Average annual cost of attendance: $1,546 May or may not provide dual creditProvides dual credit www.sanjac.edu

10. Academic / Transfer Programs Core credits – “basics” Associate Degrees Technical Programs Associate Degrees Certificates Continuing and Professional Development Workforce Training – Business, Computers, Health, Trade Education – GED, Languages, Test Prep Life Long Learning – Arts & Crafts, Dance, Rec Sports www.sanjac.edu

11. Arts & Design Automotive & Aviation Behavioral & Social Science Business Communications Computer Information Technology Craft Trades Culinary Arts www.sanjac.edu Education General Education “The Basics” Health Science Human Services Law & Public Safety Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)

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