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College Prep Information

Review these College Preperation Guidelines as you work your way through High School, it’s important to remember that EVERY grade counts towards your GPA starting with your freshman year!

 

Freshmen

  • Improve study skills-this year’s grades count toward your Grade Point Average.
  • Participate in extracurricular activates and community service through volunteer work.
  • Check to see if you meet the requirements to apply for OHLAP (Oklahoma’s Promise)
  • Research interests on the Internet or local library

 

Sophomore

  • Continue to be involved in extracurricular activities and community service
  • Continue to research interests
  • Prepare for the ACT, SAT, and school exams.
  • This is the last year to apply for OHLAP (Oklahoma’s Promise) Make sure that you haven’t missed out on a chance to apply.

 

Junior

  • Take the core courses required to attend an Oklahoma college or university
  • If you singed up for OHLAP (Oklahoma’s Promise) in the 8th -10th grade, make sure that you are taking all courses required,  and continue to make good grades and stay out of trouble.
  • Explore opportunities to earn college credit while in high school, like concurrent enrollment and AP Courses.
  • Research financial aid options and deadlines
  • Attend a college fair
  • Plan to take the ACT or SAT several times
  • Visit different college campuses

 

Senior

  • Take the core courses required to attend on Oklahoma college or university
  • If you signed up for OHLAP (Oklahoma’s Promise) in the 8th -10th grade, make sure that you have taken all required courses, and continue to make good grades and stay out of trouble
  • Explore opportunities to earn college credit through concurrent enrollment or AP Courses
  • Talk to your counselor and family about your goals for after high school
  • Research and apply for scholarships starting in AUGUST!!
  • Remember you may take the ACT or SAT several times
  • Investigate private sources of financial aid for college.
  • Complete the FAFSA  (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) after January 1. 
  • Decide which college you would like to attend and submit admission and financial aid applications.  Be sure and know when the deadlines are for these forms.
  • Look for your Student Aid Report and make sure everything is correct.  Return the form with any corrections.
  • Respond quickly to any requests for additional information.  Promptly accept your financial aid award letter if required.