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<strong>PLANO</strong> <strong>SENIOR</strong> <strong>HIGH</strong> <strong>SCHOOL</strong><br />
<strong>JUNIOR</strong> <strong>TO</strong> <strong>SENIOR</strong> GUIDE<br />
CLASS OF 2014
TABLE OF CONTENTS<br />
<strong>HIGH</strong> <strong>SCHOOL</strong> OPPORTUNITIES<br />
Graduation Plans ………………………………………………….............2<br />
Senior Scheduling Options /Schedule Change Procedures…………..…3<br />
POST <strong>HIGH</strong> <strong>SCHOOL</strong> OPPORTUNITIES<br />
COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES<br />
College Readiness Standards………………………………………….....4<br />
College Application Procedure ………………………………………….5<br />
College Admission & Financial Aid Plans ………………………………6<br />
Community Colleges ………………………………………………..........7<br />
Selected Texas Public Colleges and Universities …………………....8‐9<br />
Selected Private & Out‐Of‐State Colleges …………………………..10‐11<br />
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS TESTING<br />
College Admissions Testing: ACT……………………………………….12<br />
College Admissions Testing: SAT ………………………………………13<br />
Which Test is Right for You? ……………………………………………14<br />
Other Testing Information………………………………………………15<br />
FINANCIAL AID<br />
Loans / Grants / Scholarships ………………………………………………….16<br />
FAFSA ………………………………………………………. ……………. …..17<br />
CAREER<br />
Achieve Texas Career Clusters …………………………………………18<br />
Career, Trade and Technical Schools …………………………………..19<br />
MILITARY<br />
U.S. Military & Academies ………….…………………………….….…20<br />
APPENDIX<br />
Websites……………………………………………………………….…21<br />
Notes………………………………………………………………….….22
Class of 2014:<br />
GRADUATION PLANS<br />
The Recommended Plan: All students are expected to graduate on the Recommended Plan. Exceptions<br />
are granted on an individual basis after a conference with student, parent and counselor.<br />
ENGLISH 4.0 English 1, English 2, English 3, English 4<br />
MATH 4.0 Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, 4 th year of mathematics -or-<br />
Algebra 1, Geometry, Math Models, Algebra 2<br />
SCIENCE 4.0 Biology, IP/C, Chemistry and Physics –or-<br />
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, 4 th year of science<br />
HIS<strong>TO</strong>RY 4.0 World Geography, World History, US History, Government, Economics<br />
HEALTH 0.5 Health<br />
FINE ARTS 1.0 Art, Music, Theatre, Dance<br />
SPEECH 0.5 Communication Applications ONLY<br />
P.E. 1.0 PE, Sport or equivalent<br />
LANGUAGE 2.0 Units must be of the same foreign language<br />
ELECTIVES 5.0<br />
Total<br />
26 units<br />
The Distinguished Achievement Plan: Recommended Plan plus four Advanced Measures<br />
ENGLISH 4.0 English 1, English 2, English 3, English 4<br />
MATH 4.0 Must be Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, 4 th year of mathematics<br />
SCIENCE 4.0 Biology, Chemistry, Physics, 4 th year of science<br />
HIS<strong>TO</strong>RY 4.0 World Geography, World History, US History, Government, Economics<br />
HEALTH 0.5 Health<br />
FINE ARTS 1.0 Art, Music, Theatre, Dance<br />
SPEECH 0.5 Communication Applications ONLY<br />
P.E. 1.0 PE, Sport or equivalent<br />
LANGUAGE 3.0 Units must be of the same foreign language<br />
ELECTIVES 4.0<br />
Total<br />
26 units<br />
THE ADVANCED MEASURES<br />
Score of 3 or more on a maximum of 4 AP exams. These will be determined after scores are received.<br />
Individual Advanced Measure (i.e. National Science Fair Winner)<br />
Through PSAT - Commended, Semi-Finalist, National Hispanic or National Achievement. [Only 1 allowed]<br />
Grade of A or B in college course above level offered in P.I.S.D. or P.I.S.D. Dual Enrollment Class<br />
The Minimum Plan: Student will be granted access to these requirements only after a conference with<br />
parent & counselor.<br />
ENGLISH 4.0 English 1, English 2, English 3, English 4<br />
MATH 3.0 Algebra 1, Geometry & 3 rd year of mathematics<br />
SCIENCE 3.0 Biology 1, IP/C, & 3 rd year of science -or-<br />
Biology, Chemistry, Physics<br />
HIS<strong>TO</strong>RY 4.0 World Geography, World History, US History, Government & Economics<br />
HEALTH 0.5 Health<br />
SPEECH 0.5 Communication Applications ONLY<br />
P.E. 1.0 PE, Sport or equivalent<br />
ELECTIVES 8.0<br />
Total<br />
24 units
<strong>SENIOR</strong> SCHEDULING OPTIONS<br />
Senior Release is a “District Procedure” (not mandated by a Federal or State Policy). The<br />
Principals at all three Senior High Schools with input from the Student Services (Counseling)<br />
Department put together the guidelines for granting seniors an extra release period. For<br />
further information see District Policy EED (Local).<br />
<strong>SENIOR</strong> SCHEDULE OPTION 1<br />
<br />
Take 7 classes<br />
<strong>SENIOR</strong> SCHEDULE OPTION 2<br />
A senior who has met the following criteria may be eligible to participate in the senior<br />
release program and take 6 classes:<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Must be on the Recommended or Distinguished Achievement<br />
Graduation Plan<br />
Must have passed all sections of the exit level TAKS<br />
Must have completed 17 credits by mid‐term 11 th grade<br />
Must have parental approval<br />
<strong>SENIOR</strong> SCHEDULE OPTION 3<br />
A senior who has met the following criteria may be eligible to participate in the senior<br />
release program and take 5 classes:<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Must be on the Recommended or Distinguished Achievement<br />
Graduation Plan<br />
Must have passed all sections of the exit level TAKS<br />
Must have completed 17.5 credits by mid‐term 11 th grade<br />
Must have parental approval<br />
Must be enrolled in 3 or more AP courses per semester with a total of 5 classes<br />
SCHEDULE CHANGE PROCEDURES<br />
All requests for schedule changes for the 2013‐2014 school year must be<br />
requested by May 31, 2013. No elective changes will be made after this date!
COLLEGE READINESS STANDARDS & The Uniform<br />
Admission Policy for Texas Colleges<br />
The state’s current higher education plan calls for the recommended high school program to<br />
be the default curriculum in Texas High Schools. This plan also calls for the recommended<br />
high school program to be the minimum requirement for admission to general academic<br />
teaching institutions in this state (4 year colleges/universities)<br />
The Texas Education Code (TEC) 51.803‐51.809 requires that all students meet one of the<br />
following college readiness standards in order to be eligible to be considered for admission<br />
at a Texas Four‐Year Public Institution:<br />
‐ Successfully complete the recommended or advanced high school graduation program<br />
‐ Satisfy the College readiness Benchmarks on the SAT or ACT assessment:<br />
1) SAT > 1500 out of 2400 (Verbal + Math + Writing)<br />
2) ACT > 18 English, 21 Reading, 22 Mathematics and 24 Science<br />
ACT College Readiness Benchmark Scores<br />
Test College<br />
Course<br />
Explore<br />
Grade 8<br />
Explore<br />
Grade 9<br />
Plan The<br />
ACT<br />
English English 13 14 15 18<br />
Composition<br />
Math Algebra 17 18 19 22<br />
Reading Social 15 16 17 21<br />
Sciences<br />
Science Biology 20 20 21 24<br />
College Board College Readiness Benchmark Scores<br />
(predicted score to have a 2.7 GPA or higher Freshman Year of college)<br />
PSAT/NMSQT 10 th Grade 11 th Grade<br />
Critical Reading 42 45<br />
Math 44 47<br />
Writing 42 45<br />
Composite 133 142<br />
SAT<br />
Critical Reading 590<br />
Math 610<br />
Composite 1180
COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCEDURE<br />
Try not to let the college application process overwhelm you. Starting early and staying<br />
organized will help! Each application is different, so be sure to read it CAREFULLY before<br />
beginning. Follow this guide to help eliminate confusion.<br />
LIST PSHS AS THE ONLY <strong>HIGH</strong> <strong>SCHOOL</strong> YOU ATTENDED ‐ NOT VINES OR JASPER!!<br />
Steps to applying to College:<br />
1. Most colleges offer an on‐line version of their application and prefer you to apply on‐line.<br />
a. You can apply for all Texas public universities at: www.applytexas.org<br />
b. You can apply for out‐of‐state and private universities at: www.commonapp.org<br />
2. Complete the application. Don’t forget to save it.<br />
3. Go to the Registrar’s office to complete at transcript request form.<br />
4. The Registrar sends your transcript electronically.<br />
5. Send your SAT and ACT scores to the colleges of your choice.<br />
a. Send your SAT scores from www.collegeboard.org<br />
b. Send your ACT scores from www.actstudent.org<br />
If your application requires a Counselor Letter of Recommendation:<br />
You will need to pick up a “Blue Packet” from the counseling receptionist.<br />
Blue Packet Instructions:<br />
a. Complete the top of each Teacher Information sheet. Make sure you give your teacher a due<br />
date – DO NOT leave it blank or write A.S.A.P. A good rule of thumb is to give them two<br />
weeks to return it to your counselor.<br />
b. Distribute all five of the Teacher Info sheets as early as possible. You may use teachers that<br />
you had at your 9‐10 school, but limit those teachers to two. Ask them to return the form to<br />
your counselor through inner school mail. Teachers need two weeks’ notice to fill out their<br />
part.<br />
c. Complete your part of the Student Profile Packet and have a parent/guardian complete their<br />
section as well.<br />
d. Make sure that your entire Blue Packet is turned in to your Counselor at least 3 weeks before<br />
you need your letter sent to the University. It is your responsibility to check with your<br />
Counselor to make sure that that your Counselor has all of the information needed to write<br />
your letter of recommendation.
COLLEGE ADMISSION & FINANCIAL AID PLANS<br />
COLLEGE NAME: __________________________________________<br />
ADDRESS:<br />
__________________________________________<br />
__________________________________________<br />
WEBSITE:<br />
__________________________________________<br />
ADMISSION’S OFFICE TELEPHONE # _____________________________<br />
COLLEGE ADMISSION<br />
APPLICATION:<br />
Deadline: ___________________<br />
Date sent: ___________________<br />
ESSAY(S):<br />
Required: Y or N<br />
Date completed: _______________<br />
Date sent: ___________________<br />
RECOMMENDATIONS(S):<br />
Required: Y or N<br />
Date Blue Packet given<br />
to Counselor: _________________<br />
Date stamped/addressed Envelope<br />
given to teachers: ______________<br />
HONORS COLLEGE APPLICATION:<br />
Date sent: ______________________<br />
HOUSING APPLICATION:<br />
Date sent: ______________________<br />
TRANSCRIPT:<br />
Date requested: ________________<br />
Addressed envelope given to<br />
Registrar? Y or N<br />
Hold for Counselor Rec? Y or No<br />
ADMISSION TESTS:<br />
Date SAT Taken: __________________<br />
Date ACT Taken: __________________<br />
Date TSI Taken? __________________<br />
FINANCIAL AID<br />
FAFSA:<br />
Date completed:_________________<br />
Date sent: ____________________<br />
COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION:<br />
Date completed:_________________<br />
Date sent: ____________________<br />
SCHOLARSHIPS:<br />
Name: __________________________<br />
Due Date: ______________________<br />
Date Sent: _____________________<br />
Requirements: __________________<br />
__________________<br />
__________________<br />
Name: _________________________<br />
Due Date: _____________________<br />
Date Sent: ____________________<br />
Requirements: _________________<br />
_________________<br />
_________________<br />
Name: _________________________<br />
Due Date: ______________________<br />
Date Sent: _____________________<br />
Requirements: __________________<br />
__________________<br />
_________________
COMMUNITY COLLEGES<br />
ASSOCIATE DEGREE You could earn an Associate’s Degree by taking related course work beyond the basic certificate<br />
program. This degree will provide you the background to get a job in your field of study. With an Associate’s Degree you have<br />
the option of transferring to a four‐year university as a junior.<br />
WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE A COMMUNITY COLLEGE<br />
Small classes with individualized instruction<br />
Affordable with tuition sometimes one half the price of a four‐year school<br />
Open enrollment accepting high school graduates and students with a GED<br />
Transferable courses to a four‐year university (consult the college counselor)<br />
Close to home<br />
Less stressful transition<br />
Opportunity to build remedial skills, before moving on to a four‐year university<br />
Job training courses that lead to a career in two years or less<br />
SELECTED COMMUNITY COLLEGES ENROLL ADMISSION SPECIAL INFO<br />
AUSTIN COMM COLL www.austin.cc.edu 33,000 Open Admission<br />
Austin 512.223.7503 No Housing<br />
BLINN COLLEGE www.blinn.edu 9,000 Open Admission Blinn Team<br />
Brenham 979.830.4140 Housing<br />
(Texas A & M)<br />
BROOKHAVEN www.brookhavencollege.edu 8,000 Open Admission<br />
Farmer's Branch 972.860.4152 No Housing<br />
COLLIN COLLEGE www.ccccd.edu 19,000 Open Admission<br />
7 campuses 972.881.5710 Housing<br />
EL CENTRO www.elcentrocollege.edu 3,000 Open Admission<br />
Dallas 214.860.2311 No Housing<br />
KILGORE COLLEGE www.kilgore.edu 4,300 Open Admission<br />
Kilgore 903.983.8209 Housing<br />
McLENNAN COMM www.mclennan.edu 4,000 Open Admission<br />
COLL<br />
Waco 254.299.8628 No Housing<br />
RICHLAND www.rlc.dcccd.edu 15,000 Open Admission<br />
Dallas 972.238.6106 No Housing<br />
SOUTH PLAINS www.southplainscollege.edu 7,800 Open Admission Gateway Program<br />
Levelland 806.894.9611 EXT 2373 Housing<br />
(Texas Tech)<br />
Texas State Tech www.waco.tstc.edu 4,000 Open Admission<br />
Waco 254.867.2361 No Housing<br />
TYLER JR COLL www.tjc.edu 12,000 Open Admission<br />
Tyler 903.510.2523 Housing<br />
POSSIBLE FIELDS OF STUDY AT COMMUNITY COLLEGES<br />
Automobile Technology<br />
Criminal Justice<br />
Fire Safety<br />
Auto Body Technology<br />
Dental Assistant<br />
Gaming Graphics<br />
Aviation<br />
Drafting<br />
Graphic Design<br />
Culinary Arts<br />
Emergency Medical Services<br />
Health Occupations<br />
Computer Sciences<br />
Fashion Design<br />
Legal Studies<br />
Cosmetology<br />
Fashion Marketing<br />
Real Estate
SELECTED TEXAS PUBLIC COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES<br />
College Contact Information UG Enroll Class Rank SAT REASON ACT<br />
ANGELO STATE angelo.edu 5,700 11% ‐ 50% 820 17<br />
San Angelo 325.942.2041 3rd Quarter Review Review<br />
Part of Texas Tech system 4th Quarter Review Review<br />
MIDWESTERN STATE mwsu.edu 5,600 11% ‐ 50% 990 21<br />
Wichita Falls 800.842.1922 3rd quarter 1070 23<br />
940.397.4334 4th quarter 1110 24<br />
PRAIRIE VIEW A & M pvamu.edu 7,400 Unconditional 820 17<br />
Prairie View 936.261.1000 Conditional 710 15‐16<br />
SAM HOUS<strong>TO</strong>N STATE shsu.edu 14,500 11% ‐ 25% 850 17<br />
Huntsville 936.294.1828 2nd quarter 930 19<br />
3rd quarter 1030 22<br />
4th quarter 1140 25<br />
STEPHEN F AUSTIN sfasu.edu 11,150 11% ‐ 25% No minimum No minimum<br />
Nacogdoches 936.468.2504 2nd quarter 850 17<br />
3rd quarter 1100 24<br />
4th quarter Review Review<br />
TARLE<strong>TO</strong>N STATE (A&M) tarleton.edu 7,300 11% ‐ 50% No minimum No minimum<br />
Stephenville 800.687.8236 3rd quarter 950 20<br />
(final transcript must be sent for students in 4 th quarter) 4 th quarter 1030 22<br />
TEXAS A & M tamu.edu 38,700 11%‐25% 1300 (min 600 each) 30 (min 27 E&M)<br />
College Station 979.458.0427 2 nd ‐4 th quarter Review Review<br />
TEXAS A&M tamu‐commerce.edu 5,200 11%‐25% No minimum No minimum<br />
Commerce 903.886.5081 2 nd ‐4 th quarter 950 20<br />
TEXAS A&M tamucc.edu 7,600 11% ‐ 25% 900 19<br />
Corpus Christi 361.825.7024 2 nd quarter 1000 21<br />
800.4TAMUCC 3 rd quarter 1100 23<br />
4 th quarter 1200 27<br />
TEXAS A&M Tamug.edu 1,700 11% ‐ 25% 1300 30<br />
Galveston 877.322.4443<br />
TX SOUTHERN tsu.edu 7,300 All students 820 17<br />
Houston 713.313.7071 with 2.5 GPA<br />
TEXAS STATE txstate.edu 26,000 11% ‐ 25% 920 20<br />
San Marcos 512.245.2364 2 nd quarter 1010 22<br />
3 rd quarter 1180 26<br />
4 th quarter 1270 29<br />
TEXAS TECH ttu.edu 24,200 11% ‐ 25% 1140 25<br />
Lubbock 806.742.1480 2 nd Quarter 1230 28<br />
Bottom 50% 1270 29<br />
TEXAS WOMANS twu.edu 7,700 11% ‐ 25% No minimum No minimum<br />
Denton 940.898.3188 Top 50% 1000 21<br />
UNIV HOUS<strong>TO</strong>N uh.edu 28,000 11% ‐ 15% No minimum No minimum<br />
Houston 713.743.1010 16%‐25% 1000 21<br />
26% ‐ 50% 1100 24<br />
3 rd ‐4 th quarter Review Review<br />
UNIV NORTH TEXAS Unt.edu 28,500 11% ‐ 25% 950 20<br />
Denton 800.868.8211 2 nd Quarter 1050 23<br />
3 rd Quarter 1180 26<br />
UNIV TEXAS uta.edu 19,200 11% ‐ 25% No minimum No minimum<br />
Arlington 817.272.6287 2 nd Quarter 1050 22<br />
800.687.2882 3 rd ‐4 th quarter Review only Review only
College Information UG Enroll Class Rank SAT REASON ACT<br />
UNIV TEXAS utexas.edu 37,500<br />
Austin 512.475.7440<br />
UNIV TEXAS utdallas.edu 9,600 11% ‐ 15% 1200 26<br />
Dallas 972.883.2270 All others Review Review<br />
U TEXAS utsa.edu 24,800 11% ‐ 25% No minimum No minimum<br />
San Antonio 210.458.8000 2nd quarter 1100 24<br />
3 rd ‐4 th quarter Review Review<br />
U TEXAS uttyler.edu 5,000 11% ‐ 25% 1410 20<br />
Tyler 903.566.7202 2nd quarter 1500 21<br />
(SAT includes Crit Read, 800.888.9537 3rd quarter 1530 22<br />
Math & Writing scores) 4th quarter 1590 23<br />
WEST TX A&M wtamu.edu 6,200 11% ‐ 25% 860 18<br />
Canyon 800.999.8268 2nd quarter 900 19<br />
3rd quarter 940 20<br />
4th quarter 980 21<br />
HB588 states students graduating in the Top 10% of their class will be<br />
granted unconditional admission to any Texas Public School.<br />
Exception is the University of Texas @ Austin where unconditional<br />
admission will be limited to the Top 7%.<br />
EVERY EFFORT HAS BEEN MADE <strong>TO</strong> ENSURE ACCURACY OF THIS FORM;<br />
HOWEVER, IT IS UP <strong>TO</strong> THE INDIVIDUAL STUDENT <strong>TO</strong> CONTACT THE COLLEGE<br />
OR UNIVERSITY OF CHOICE <strong>TO</strong> MAKE SURE THERE HAVE BEEN NO CHANGES<br />
IN THE ADMISSION STANDARDS.<br />
01/13
SELECTED PRIVATE & OUT-OF-STATE COLLEGES<br />
COLLEGE NAME LOCATION UG<br />
ENROLL<br />
%<br />
ACCEPTED<br />
AVERAGE<br />
SAT/ACT<br />
YEARLY<br />
COST<br />
ARIZONA STATE TEMPE, AZ 53,900 91% 1040/22 31,600<br />
AUBURN UNIV AUBURN, AL 20,000 80% 1180/26 32,000<br />
AUSTIN COLLEGE SHERMAN, TX 1,325 80% 1250/26 40,800<br />
BAYLOR UNIV WACO, TX 12,000 50% 1205/25 41,400<br />
BOS<strong>TO</strong>N COLLEGE CHESTNUT HILL, MA 9,200 30% 1370/30 52,900<br />
BOS<strong>TO</strong>N UNIV BOS<strong>TO</strong>N, MA 16,300 58% 1275/27 52,500<br />
BROWN UNIV PROVIDENCE, RI 6,000 11% 1440/30 53,700<br />
CARNEGIE MELLON PITTSBURGH, PA 5,950 36% 1410/31 53,700<br />
COL SCH OF MINES GOLDEN, CO 3,600 63% 1290/28 37,600<br />
COLORADO STATE FT COLLINS, CO 21,000 72% 1130/25 34,000<br />
COLUMBIA NEW YORK, NY 5,750 10% 1490/32 53,700<br />
CORNELL ITHACA, NY 14,000 19% 1385/30 50,100<br />
DUKE UNIV DURHAM, NC 6,400 19% 1560/32 55,000<br />
EMORY UNIV ATLANTA, GA 5,250 30% 1420/30 52,700<br />
FLORIDA STATE TALLAHASSEE, FL 39,250 61% 1230/26 32,200<br />
GEORGE<strong>TO</strong>WN WASHING<strong>TO</strong>N DC 7,100 20% 1420/30 55,000<br />
HARVARD CAMBRIDGE, MA 6,700 7% 1500/32 52,000<br />
HENDRIX COLL. CONWAY, AR 1,450 81% 1260/29 41,000<br />
INDIANA UNIV BLOOMING<strong>TO</strong>N, IN 32,000 73% 1180/27 36,900<br />
IOWA STATE AMES, IA 2200 85% 1150/25 29,000<br />
JOHNS HOPKINS BALTIMORE, MD 4,900 27% 1420/31 55,900<br />
KANSAS STATE MANHATTAN, KS 18,250 55% NA/25 28,900<br />
LOUISIANA STATE BA<strong>TO</strong>N ROUGE, LA 22,600 69% 1175/25 25,500<br />
MIT CAMBRIDGE, MA 4,200 11% 1490/33 52,000<br />
NEW YORK UNIV NEW YORK, NY 21,200 38% 1330/29 54,000<br />
NORTHWESTERN EVANS<strong>TO</strong>N, IL 8,900 26% 1480/31 53,500<br />
NOTRE DAME NOTRE DAME, IN 8,400 29% 1450/32 50,600<br />
OHIO STATE UNIV COLUMBUS, OH 40,200 76% 1340/27 36,500<br />
OKLA STATE STILLWATER, OK 17,600 86% 1100/25 26,900<br />
PENN STATE UNIVERSITY PARK, PA 37,900 52% 1210/NA 38,900<br />
PRINCE<strong>TO</strong>N PRINCE<strong>TO</strong>N, NJ 5,000 10% 1510/32 52,100<br />
PURDUE UNIV W. LAFAYETT, IN 31,000 73% 1160/26 36,600<br />
RICE UNIV HOUS<strong>TO</strong>N, TX 3,300 22% 1440/32 45,600<br />
SMU DALLAS, TX 6,200 53% 1260/27 52,400<br />
STANFORD STANFORD, CA 6,500 8% 1460/32 54,500<br />
TCU FORT WORTH, TX 7,600 59% 1160/26 40,600<br />
TRINITY SAN AN<strong>TO</strong>NIO, TX 2,500 59% 1320/29 40,200
COLLEGE NAME LOCATION UG<br />
ENROLL<br />
%<br />
ACCEPTED<br />
AVERAGE<br />
SAT/ACT<br />
YEARLY<br />
COST<br />
TULANE NEW ORLEANS, LA 7,510 26% 1370/30 52,400<br />
UNIV ALABAMA TUSCALOOSA, AL 23,500 57% 1130/25 30,000<br />
UNIV ARIZONA TUCSON, AZ 30,000 78% 1110/24 34,250<br />
UNIV ARKANSAS FAYETTEVILL, AR 15,500 56% 1180/26 26,260<br />
UNIV COLORADO BOULDER, CO 26,400 84% 1190/26 44,000<br />
UNIV FLORIDA GAINESVILLE, FL 33,000 39% 1270/27 35,500<br />
UNIV KANSAS LAWRENCE, KS 20,250 91% NA/25 30,100<br />
UNIV MICHIGAN ANN ARBOR, MI 26,000 50% 1350/29 47,000<br />
UNIV MISSISSIPPI UNIVERSITY, MS 13,000 79% 1045/23 19,300<br />
UNIV MISSOURI COLUMBIA, MO 23,500 83% 1185/25 30,500<br />
UNIV NEBRASKA LINCOLN, NE 19,000 63% 1160/26 28,300<br />
UNIV N CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL, NC 17,500 32% 1330/28 34,500<br />
UNIV OKLAHOMA NORMAN, OK 20,700 93% 1160/26 28,600<br />
UNIV PENN PHILADELPHIA, PA 9,750 18% 1470/32 53,100<br />
UNIV TULSA TULSA, OK 3,000 50% 1250/28 39,400<br />
UNIV VIRGINIA CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 14,200 32% 1450/30 39,500<br />
UCLA LOS ANGELES, CA 26,700 22% 1295/27 48,300<br />
USC LOS ANGELES, CA 16,500 24% 1370/30 53,200<br />
VANDERBILT NASHVILLE, TN 6,700 20% 1470/32 54,500<br />
WAKE FOREST WINS<strong>TO</strong>N SALEM, NC 4,560 38% 1300/29 53,500<br />
WASHING<strong>TO</strong>N UNIV ST. LOUIS, MO 6,400 22% 1510/33 56,900<br />
YALE UNIV NEW HAVEN, CT 5,300 8% 1520/32 52,500<br />
EVERY EFFORT HAS BEEN MADE <strong>TO</strong> ENSURE ACCURACY OF THIS FORM,<br />
HOWEVER, IT IS UP <strong>TO</strong> THE INDIVIDUAL STUDENT <strong>TO</strong> CONTACT THE COLLEGE OR<br />
UNIVERSITY OF CHOICE <strong>TO</strong> MAKE SURE THERE HAVE BEEN NO CHANGES IN THE<br />
ADMISSION STANDARDS.<br />
01/13
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS TESTING<br />
ACT<br />
The ACT is a 3 hour and 15 minute test consisting of five subtests: English (English usage),<br />
Math (based on Algebra I, II, Geometry, and Trigonometry), Reading, Science Reasoning (a<br />
science‐based reasoning test), and Writing (optional, but students are strongly encouraged<br />
to take it). The subtests measure ability to perform typical intellectual tasks asked of<br />
college students and are designed to measure intellectual skills and abilities, not specific<br />
content. ACT scores range from 1‐36 with the composite score being the average of all five<br />
subtests.<br />
National Test Dates 2013<br />
TEST DATE REGISTRATION DEADLINE LATE FEE DEADLINE<br />
February 9 January 11 January 18<br />
April 13 March 8 March 22<br />
June 8 May 3 May 17<br />
Register to take the ACT test at: www.actstudent.org<br />
ACT Help‐line (319) 337‐1270<br />
<strong>Plano</strong> Senior High School CEEB Code 445‐565<br />
Tips for taking the ACT<br />
*Answer every question. Your scores on the multiple–choice tests are based on the number of questions you<br />
answer correctly. There is no penalty for guessing.<br />
*Read the question or passage carefully.<br />
*Read and consider all of the answer choices before you choose the one that best corresponds to the<br />
question.<br />
English Section: Be aware of the writing style used in the passage. Consider the elements of writing that are<br />
included in each underlined part of the passage. In questions with no underlined portions you will be asked<br />
questions about a section of the passage or the whole passage. Be sure to re‐read the sentence, using your<br />
selected answer, for verification of selection.<br />
Mathematics Section: Read each question carefully to make sure you understand the type of answer required.<br />
Solve the problem and then locate your solution among the answer choices. Make sure you answer the<br />
question asked and your answer is reasonable. If you use a calculator, be sure it is working on test day and has<br />
reliable batteries.<br />
Reading Section: Read passage for understanding prior to answering the questions. Refer to the passage<br />
when answering the questions.<br />
Science Section: Note different viewpoints in passages.
SAT<br />
The SAT Reasoning Test is divided into three subtests: Critical Reading, Math and Writing. Each<br />
subtest will be scored between 200 and 800 with a perfect score being 2400. The SAT is 3 hours<br />
and 35 minutes in length. Writing: Students are asked to write an essay that requires them to take<br />
a position on an issue and use examples to support their position. Multiple‐choice questions are<br />
also included to see how well students use standard written English. Math: The math section<br />
includes Algebra II topics, such as exponential growth, absolute value, and functional notation, and<br />
places greater emphasis on other topics such as linear functions, manipulations with exponents,<br />
and properties of tangent lines. Questions are multiple choice. Critical Reading: The critical<br />
reading section includes short reading passages along with long reading passages. Questions are<br />
multiple‐choice.<br />
National Test Dates 2013<br />
TEST DATE REGISTRATION DEADLINE LATE FEE DEADLINE<br />
March 9 February 8 February 22<br />
May 4 April 5 April 19<br />
June 1 May 2 May 17<br />
Register to take the SAT test at: satcollegeboard.org/register<br />
SAT Help‐line 1 (866) 756‐7346<br />
<strong>Plano</strong> Senior High School CEEB Code 445‐565<br />
Tips for taking the SAT<br />
• To learn how the SAT test is scored, visit http://sat.collegeboard.org/scores/how‐sat‐is‐scored<br />
You neither gain nor lose credit for questions you omit.<br />
• Since all correct answers receive one point, answer all the questions that seem easy before<br />
you spend time on those that seem difficult.<br />
• You can guess. If you know that one or more answer choices for a question are definitely<br />
wrong, then it is generally to your advantage to guess from the remaining choices. But because of<br />
the way the test is scored, random guessing is unlikely to increase your score.<br />
• You do not have to answer every question correctly to score well. In fact, many students<br />
who answer only 40‐60 percent of the questions correctly receive average or slightly above average<br />
scores.<br />
• Use the test book for scratch work and to mark questions you omitted, so you can go back to<br />
them if you have time. You will not receive credit for any responses written in the test book.<br />
(Adapted from “Taking the SAT” College Entrance Examination Board)<br />
SAT SUBJECT TESTS<br />
Some colleges require SAT subject test(s) for admission. (Please make note that these tests are not<br />
required for all schools.) The SAT subject tests are designed to measure knowledge and the ability<br />
to apply that knowledge in specific subject areas. Students take the subject tests to demonstrate<br />
to colleges their mastery of specific subjects like English, History and Social Studies, Mathematics,<br />
Science, and Language.
WHICH TEST IS RIGHT FOR YOU? SAT vs<br />
ACT<br />
SAT<br />
ACT<br />
How often is it administered? Seven times per year. Six times per year.<br />
What is the test structure?<br />
Ten section exam:<br />
3 Critical Reading sections<br />
3 Math sections<br />
3 Writing sections<br />
1 experimental section:<br />
the experimental section is<br />
masked to look like a regular section.<br />
Five section exam:<br />
1 English section<br />
1 Math section<br />
1 Reading section<br />
1 Science section<br />
Writing (strongly encouraged)<br />
**An experimental section is<br />
added to tests on certain dates<br />
only, and is clearly experimental.<br />
What is the test content?<br />
Math: up to 9 th grade basic geometry<br />
and Algebra 2<br />
Critical Reading: sentence<br />
completions, short and long critical<br />
reading passages, reading<br />
comprehension<br />
Writing: an essay and questions testing<br />
grammar, usage, and word choice<br />
Math: up to trigonometry<br />
Science: charts, experiments<br />
Reading: one each of<br />
Prose Fiction<br />
Social Science<br />
Humanities<br />
Natural Science<br />
English: stresses grammar<br />
Writing: an essay<br />
Penalty for wrong answers?<br />
How is the test scored?<br />
Yes<br />
200 ‐ 800 per section, added together<br />
for a combined score.<br />
2400 is considered the highest possible<br />
combined score.<br />
No<br />
1 ‐ 36 for each subject, averaged<br />
together for a composite score<br />
36 is the highest possible<br />
composite score.<br />
How are scores reported to<br />
colleges?<br />
It is the student’s responsibility to<br />
request test scores be sent to colleges<br />
through College Board<br />
It is the student’s responsibility to<br />
request test scores be sent to<br />
colleges through ACT<br />
Best time to register At least six weeks before the test date. At least four weeks before the<br />
test date.<br />
Website www.collegeboard.org www.actstudent.org
OTHER TESTING INFORMATION<br />
TAKS<br />
The Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) assesses the statewide curriculum,<br />
the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). TAKS tests assess students in ways that<br />
reflect sound classroom instruction.<br />
Students are required to take and master the Exit level TAKS before receiving a diploma.<br />
Exit level TAKS is administered in the 11 th grade. Subjects assessed are: English Language<br />
Arts (reading and writing combined), Mathematics, Science and Social Studies.<br />
Students not successful in mastering any section of the TAKS will have the opportunity to<br />
retake the non‐mastered section until they are successful.<br />
More information regarding TAKS and practice TAKS tests can be found at:<br />
www.tea.state.tx.us<br />
TEXAS SUCCESS INITIATIVE<br />
TSI is a program which requires testing in reading, mathematics, and writing designed to<br />
ensure that all students attending Texas public colleges and universities have the skills<br />
necessary to perform effectively in college‐level coursework.<br />
There are several different tests to meet the TSI requirement: Texas Higher Education<br />
Assessment (THEA – the most popular), ASSET, COMPASS, and ACCUPLACER.<br />
Students are exempt from individual areas of testing (on a single sitting) if any one of the<br />
following is met:<br />
READING:<br />
MATH:<br />
WRITING:<br />
ACT: Composite 23 and English 19 OR<br />
SAT: Composite 1070(critical reading and math) and Verbal/Critical Reading 500 OR<br />
TAKS: ELA 2200 & Writing Essay score 3<br />
ACT: Composite 23 and Math 19 OR<br />
SAT: Composite 1070(critical reading and math) and Math 500 OR<br />
TAKS: Math 2200<br />
ACT: Composite 23 and English 19 OR<br />
SAT: Composite 1070(critical reading and math) and Verbal/Critical Reading 500 OR<br />
TAKS: ELA 2200 & Writing Essay score 3
FINANCIAL AID<br />
LOANS:<br />
Reasonable interest rate – does not have to be repaid until you leave college<br />
Federal Family Education Loan Program: loans are made directly to student by<br />
participating commercial lending institutions, such as banks or savings and loans. The<br />
college Financial Aid office can help you identify participating institutions. A Financial<br />
Aid form is required.<br />
Perkins Loans: Eligibility is based on your financial need as determined by information<br />
on a completed needs analysis form.<br />
Hinson‐Hazelwood College Student Loans: loan is for legal residents of Texas.<br />
Eligibility is based on financial need as determined by information on a completed<br />
needs analysis form.<br />
Plus Loans: are for parent borrowers and provides additional funds for educational<br />
expenses and are made by a lender such as a bank, savings and loan association or<br />
credit union.<br />
GRANTS:<br />
Based on financial need and does not have to be repaid<br />
PELL Grant: the amount you receive is determined by your family size , number of<br />
family members in college and the income and assets of your parents, siblings and<br />
yourself<br />
Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (SEOG): eligibility is based on exceptional<br />
need. Assessment is made after you have completed the financial aid form and have<br />
had the information from your needs assessment sent to the college(s) of your<br />
choice.<br />
Texas Equalization Grant (TEG): if you are applying to a private college in Texas, you<br />
may apply for a TEG by completing the financial aid form and the TEG application<br />
form, which can be obtained from the Financial Aid Office of the private college.<br />
SCHOLARSHIPS:<br />
Awarded according to need and/or achievement<br />
PSHS receives information on local scholarships throughout the school year.<br />
Scholarships are updated on a regular basis and are announced on the website and<br />
posted in the Counseling Center.<br />
University and college web sites have listings of scholarships available at their<br />
campus.<br />
FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID:<br />
Toll Free Number > 1‐800‐4 Fed Aid
FAFSA<br />
FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA):<br />
www.fafsa.ed.gov<br />
The FAFSA is one of the most important documents to be completed for federal and state student<br />
grants and loans. The application needs to be submitted as early as possible, but no earlier than<br />
January 1 st of the student’s high school senior year.<br />
The FAFSA establishes the expected family contribution (EFP) based on the families earnings<br />
for the full year prior to starting college.<br />
The FAFSA4caster allows high school juniors to determine early eligibility. Visit the website<br />
at www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov to access this tool.<br />
Parents and students may need the following records to complete the FAFSA:<br />
1) Federal income tax returns<br />
2) W‐2 forms and other records of money earned<br />
3) Social Security number<br />
4) Driver’s license<br />
5) Records of untaxed income (welfare, social security, veteran’s benefits)<br />
6) Current bank statements, mortgage and investment records<br />
7) Records of medical and dental bills<br />
8) Records of stocks, bonds and other investments<br />
<br />
FAFSA Tips:<br />
1) Fill out the form as soon as possible after January 1.<br />
2) Do not leave any fields blank. Enter “0” if a question does not apply.<br />
3) List your information accurately.<br />
4) Take your time and follow the instructions.<br />
5) Sign the application (use pin # for electronic)<br />
6) Fill out the FAFSA every year.
Achieve Texas Career Clusters<br />
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources: Park Naturalist, Game Manager, Turf Manager, Farm/Ranch<br />
Management, Animal Trainer, Floral Designer<br />
Architecture & Construction: Draftsman, Landscape Architect, Preservationist, Surveyor, Interior Design,<br />
Architect, Construction<br />
Arts, A/V Technology & Communication: Photographer, Fashion Designer, Journalist, Librarian, Sound<br />
Engineering, Public Relations<br />
Business, Management & Administration: Office Manager, Operations Analyst, Human Resources,<br />
Statistician, Interpreter/Translator<br />
Education & Training: Teacher, Fitness Trainer, Outdoor Ed Specialist, School Psychologist, Teacher Assistant<br />
Finance: Actuary, Economist, Market Analyst, Insurance, Loan Officer, Bank Officer, Accountant,<br />
Stockbroker. Financial Investigator (Fraud)<br />
Government & Public Administration: Foreign Service, Urban Planner, Civil Engineer, Homeland Security, Air<br />
Traffic Controller, Compliance<br />
Health Sciences: Nurse, Doctor, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapist, Pharmacy Tech, Website<br />
Administrator, Graphic Designer<br />
Hospitality & Tourism: Hotel/Restaurant Management, Chef, Travel/Reservations Agent, Meeting Planner,<br />
Cruise Director<br />
Human Services: Mental Health Therapist, Teacher, Dietician, Child Care, Financial Advisor, Social Worker<br />
Information Technology: Electrical Engineer, Computer Engineer, Interactive Media, Software Development,<br />
Computer Programming<br />
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security: Corrections, Law Enforcement, Legal Services, Lawyer, Fireman,<br />
Policeman<br />
Manufacturing: Robotics Designer, Machinist, Automation Technician, Purchasing Agent; Technicians,<br />
Operations manager, Welder<br />
Marketing, Sales & Services: Event Planner, e‐Marketer, Politics, Marketing Director, Merchandise Displayer,<br />
Retail sales<br />
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics: Oceanographer, Meteorologist, Video Game Designer,<br />
Nanotechnologist, Physicist<br />
Transportation, Distribution and Logistics: Pilot, Driver, Aerospace Engineer, Aircraft Mechanic,<br />
Import/Export Operation
CAREER, TRADE AND TECHNICAL <strong>SCHOOL</strong>S<br />
CAREER, TRADE and TECHNICAL schools offer specialized courses that focus on skills in a wide variety of career<br />
fields. They are usually privately owned, although there are a few public* technical colleges in Texas as well.<br />
Students benefit from:<br />
smaller classes and individual attention<br />
“hands on training”<br />
many courses can be completed in less than a year to a year‐and‐a‐half<br />
career placement assistance<br />
Below is a sampling of schools in Texas and the Metroplex area:<br />
Anthem College<br />
www.anthem.edu<br />
Medical & Dental Assistant, Pharmacy Tech, Surgical Tech, Basic Massage Therapy, Medical Billing/Coding<br />
Art Institute of Dallas<br />
www.artinstitutes.edu<br />
Advertising, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Animation, Audio/Video, Game Design, Photography, Web Design, Hotel &<br />
Restaurant, Hospitality, Fashion Design, Culinary Arts<br />
ATI Career Training<br />
www.aticareertraining.edu<br />
Medical & Dental Assistant, Ultrasound Technology, Message Therapy, Medical Office & Billing, Respiratory Therapy,<br />
HVAC, Automotive, Welding<br />
CCI Training Center<br />
www.cci‐training.com<br />
Medical Billing/Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Phlebotomy, Medical Front Office, Office & Business Skills, IT/Computer<br />
Concorde Career Institute<br />
www.concorde.edu<br />
Medical & Dental Assistant, Medical Office Administration, Vocational Nurse, Surgical Technician<br />
Court Reporting Institute of Dallas<br />
www.crid.com<br />
Court Reporting; Closed Captioning, Government Reporting, Medical Transcriptions, Media Room Reporting<br />
DeVry University<br />
www.devry.edu<br />
Health Sciences, Business & Management, Information Sciences, Media Arts<br />
Everest College<br />
www.everest.edu<br />
Health Related Careers, HVAC, Electrical; Business, Criminal Justice<br />
ITT Technical Institute<br />
www.itt‐tech.edu<br />
Business Management, Nursing, Electrical Engineering, Computer Technology<br />
Iverson Business School<br />
www.iversonschool.edu<br />
Surgical Technician, Pharmacy Technician, Medical Assistant, Medical Records, Claims Technician<br />
Kaplan College<br />
www.kaplancollege.com<br />
Medical & Dental Assistant, Computer Networking, Medical Billing, Coding Specialist<br />
KD Studio Actors Conservatory<br />
Acting, Film, Musical Theatre<br />
Le Cordon Bleu Institute of Culinary Arts<br />
Culinary Arts, Patisserie, Baking<br />
www.kdstudio.com<br />
www.dallasculinary.com<br />
Lincoln Tech<br />
www.lincolncollegeoftechnology.com<br />
Automotive/Diesel, Welding, Collision Repair, HVAC, Electrical Technology<br />
Ogle School of Hair Design<br />
Hair Styling & Care, Cosmetology, Facials, Nails<br />
www.ogleschool.com<br />
PCI Health Training Center<br />
www.pcihealth.edu<br />
Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Medical Office Administration<br />
Platt College<br />
www.plattcolleges.edu<br />
Medical & Dental Asst, Vocational Nursing, Health Information Technology, Home Entertainment & Networking Tech,<br />
Network Systems Administration & Security, Phlebotomy, Pharmacy Technician, Medical Office Administration<br />
Texas State Technical College*<br />
www.tstc.edu<br />
Agriculture, Construction, Audio/Video Arts, Business Administration and Management, Health Science,<br />
Hospitality/Tourism, Human Services, Information Technology, Public Safety, Manufacturing, Transportation
U.S. MILITARY ACADEMIES APPLICATION PROCESS<br />
SPRING: <strong>JUNIOR</strong> YEAR<br />
Write your congressman and 2 Senators<br />
Fill out preliminary information online for the academy of your choice<br />
Take ACT and/or SAT in the spring<br />
Begin nomination process in June<br />
Feb thru April – Apply for summer leadership conferences at academies (optional)<br />
SUMMER BETWEEN <strong>JUNIOR</strong>/<strong>SENIOR</strong> YEAR<br />
Request Presidential nomination, if eligible<br />
FALL/WINTER <strong>SENIOR</strong> YEAR<br />
Follow‐up Congressional/Senate nomination<br />
Meet with Liaison Officer for academy of your choice<br />
Senator Ted Cruz R<br />
Dallas Office:<br />
10440 N. Central Expressway, Ste. 1160<br />
Dallas, TX 75231<br />
214.361.3500<br />
Senator John Cornyn R<br />
Dallas Office:<br />
5001 Spring Valley Rd., Ste. 1125E<br />
Dallas, TX 75244<br />
972.239.1310<br />
Congressman Sam Johnson R District 3<br />
Local Office:<br />
2929 N. Central Expressway, Ste. 240<br />
Richardson, TX 75080<br />
972.470.0892<br />
Admissions Office<br />
U.S. Military Academy<br />
West Point, NY 10996<br />
Admissions Office<br />
U.S. Naval Academy<br />
Annapolis, MD 21402<br />
Admissions Office<br />
U.S. Air Force Academy<br />
U.S.A.F. Academy. CO 0840<br />
COAST GUARD ACADEMY & MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMY<br />
These academies have an admissions procedure similar to highly competitive colleges.<br />
There is no nomination process involved.<br />
Admissions Office<br />
U.S. Coast Guard Academy<br />
New London, CT 06320<br />
Admissions Office<br />
Merchant Marine Academy<br />
Kings Point, NY 10024<br />
ROTC<br />
Contact an enlistment recruiter about ROTC and general enlistment information.<br />
Army – www.goarmy.com Air Force – www.afrotc.com Navy – www.navy.com<br />
US Coast Guard – www.uscg.mil/ US Marines – www.marines.com
WEBSITES<br />
ATHLETICS<br />
http://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter<br />
www.ncaaclearinghouse.net<br />
www.ncaa.org<br />
www.naia.org<br />
www.njcaa.org<br />
BLUE PACKET<br />
http://k‐12.pisd.edu/Schools/PSHS/Counseling/BluePacket<br />
CAREER COLLEGES & <strong>SCHOOL</strong>S<br />
www.ccst.org<br />
www.career.org<br />
COLLEGE & CAREER PLANNING<br />
www.bigfuture.org<br />
http://ur.pisd.edu/index.shtml<br />
www.texasjamp.org<br />
www.utexas.edu/world/univ/state<br />
www.collegeforalltexans.com<br />
COLEGE APPLICATIONS<br />
www.applytexas.org<br />
www.commonapp.org<br />
www.universalcollegeapp.com<br />
www.eduinconline.com<br />
www.questbridge.org<br />
PSHS COUNSELING FACEBOOK PAGE<br />
www.facebook.com/PSHSCounselingDept<br />
MILITARY ACADEMIES<br />
www.academyadmissions.com<br />
www.usna.edu/admissions<br />
http://admissions.usma.edu<br />
OCCUPATIONS<br />
www.bls.gov/oco<br />
www.texashotjobs.org<br />
ROTC<br />
www.goarmy.com<br />
www.afrotc.com<br />
www.navy.com<br />
www.uscg.mil/<br />
www.usmc.mil/<br />
TESTING<br />
www.tea.state.tx.us<br />
www.ets.org/toefl<br />
www.thea.nesinc.com<br />
www.collegeboard.org<br />
www.actstudent.org<br />
$$$$$$<br />
www.fafsa.ed.gov<br />
www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov<br />
www.pin.ed.gov<br />
www.collegeforalltexans.com<br />
www.thecb.state.tx.us<br />
www.everychanceeverytexan.org/about/scholars<br />
“My College Dollars” (facebook app)
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