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KHS College Resource Center
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Look here for current Local Scholarship opportunities
Guides to the entire college admissions processThese sites contain information about many different college admissions topics.Finding the right schoolCollege search engines – Searches can be narrowed by various indicators including geography, majors, test scores, etc. Registering at some sites allows for better matching and more information (registration is free).- Big Future (College Board) - Complete college prep steps to qualifiy for Opportunity Scholarships
- Collegedata
- Cappex
- Niche
Campus Visits – Check the college’s admissions page for information on campus tours, general information sessions, and school/departmental information sessions.College Fairs, Open Houses, Recruiter Visits at KHSCollege AdmissionsOnce you have identified colleges where you might apply, you need to make sure that you meet all the college’s requirements. Always check a college’s admission page for details on academic requirements, application information and deadlines, required standardized tests, financial aid information, and scholarships.Standardized testsMake sure you have taken the necessary standardized tests in time for your applications. You will most likely need:- SAT or
- ACT.
- Some schools also require specific SAT Subject Tests.
There are several ways you can prepare for these tests. Free Practice tests are available:
- Khan Academy offers free SAT Practice Tests
- Princeton Review offers free ACT Practice Test
Decide if you need additional tutoring. Your options include classes, private tutoring, online tutoring, and prep books.
Preparing your application
Decide how to apply to your chosen schools. Many Texas colleges and universities participate in the ApplyTexas common application. Nationwide over 700 schools participate in the Common Application. A growning number of schools are participating in the Coalition for Applcation. Other schools require a separate application. Refer to your chosen school’s admission’s site for direction.
Preparing your essay
Current year's prompts for:
- Common Application, you will need to select an essay topic from the current year’s prompts (prompts wil stay the same for 20/21) and suppplemental writing requirements for each school.
- ApplyTexas common essay prompts
- Coalition Application essay prompts
The following may help in with the essay writing process:
John Hopkins Essays that Worked
Khan Academy Admissions Essays
126 Essays Examples with Analysis
Paying for College
Financial Aid from the College
Need based – most colleges require a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Check the college’s financial aid page to be sure.
FAFSA4caster – estimates expected family contribution
Fafsa.ed.gov – official application, open in October
Merit based – academic, athletic, service, etc.
Find listings of scholarships your chosen college's admissions and/or financial aid page. Colleges may still require you to complete a FAFSA.
Scholarships – may be need based, merit based, or both. Can be national, state, local, or KHS specific.
Online searches
College Room postings – Local scholarships
Kingwood High School or Humble ISD specific – packets available in February of senior year and usually due before Spring Break.
Raiseme.me - microscholarships to specific schools
The resources listed here are just a few of the many options available online. College room volunteers provide information based on experience and research. Even though every attempt is made to verify posted information, things do change. Neither the school nor the volunteers accept liability for the accuracy of information. Always check official sources for the most up-to-date information.
Note: You should not have to pay for general information. Try to make sure the information you are looking at is unbiased. Many sites are for profit and some exist solely to sell you their product.
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