College READINESS
Learn what it takes to get on the right path to college.
Saying you want to go to college is the first and most important step to getting there. Beginning in the 6th grade, there are things you can do to make sure you are on the college track so check out the link for your grade and get started!
Grade 11
More than any other time, the 11th grade is when you want to roll up your sleeves and dig in to the college exploration process.
It’s important to know what you are looking for in a college before making a choice. The College & Career Exploration links will help you find what’s right for you.
In thinking about your dream college, it’s important not to neglect your classes. Visit the Academic Preparation section to make sure you are building the necessary habits to be successful in high school and college.
The good habits you form will matter even more as you prepare for the tests needed to graduate from high school and attend college. Check out the Test Preparation links to prepare.
If you’re like most youth, then you’re worried that you can’t afford college. Worry not...explore the Paying for College links below for more information on how to get free money for college.
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Did You Know?
A college graduate can afford to buy a large, flat screen TV in 1–2 months while a non-college graduate might have to work for 3–4 months to buy the same TV.