KANSAS PRIVATE COLLEGES
Art Institute International
Baker University
www.bakerU.edu/visitbaker
Scholarships Harter Scholarship (DUE 2/7/15) and Presidential Scholarship ( Due 3/7/15) and more at website
www.bakeru.edu/scholarships
785-594-8325
Barclay College
Benedictine College
Bethany College
www.bethanylb.edu
Bethel College
www.bethelks.edu/
Brown Mackie
Central Christian College
Cleveland Chiropractic
Friends University
Hesston College
Hesston.edu
Campus visits: Feb 13-14, Feb 15-16, March 20-12
800-995-2757
Freshman/Sophomores: travel expenses reimbursed 1x/yr: 800-995-2757
ITT Tech (Wichita)
KC College/Bible
Kansas Wesleyan University
Manhattan Christian College
Mccks.edu
877-246-4622
McPherson College
www.mcpherson.edu
Office of Admissions at (620) 242-0400 or (800) 365-7402.
MidAmerican Nazarene
National American University
Newman University
Newman University
3100 McCormick
Wichita, KS 67213-2097
316-942-4291
Newmanu.edu/visit
Ottawa University
Sterling College
Preview Weekends Feb 15-16
Call: 800-346-1017
www.sterling.edu
St Mary’s College and Academy
St Paul School of Theology
Southwest College
Tabor College
Tabor.edu
Application---Fee waiver—check with Mrs. Jewell
University of St. Mary
Vatterott College
KANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGES
Allen County CC
http://my.allencc.edu
*Check out their financial aid tips page
Scholarship Application priority deadline April 1st.
FASFA: Due by June 1
www.allencc.edu
Barton CC
Athletic Training Scholarship:
*must join the athletic training staff
*12+ hours enrollment
*GPA 2.0
www.bartonsports.com
BARTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE STUDENT ATHLETIC TRAINER SCHOLARSHIP
AMOUNT: Books and tuition
You do not have to pursue a degree in athletic training to receive this scholarship.
Interested students need to go to www.bartonsports.com. Click on “Inside Athletics” on the top banner, and proceed to the Sports Medicine page. Click on “Be a
Member of our Team” and complete the “Student Athletic Trainer Questionnaire.”
BARTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE THEATRE SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS
WHEN: February 12, 2015
Call to schedule an audition time: 620/786-1187
Butler CC
Butlercc.edu
ElDorado, KS
Scholarships: butlercc.edu/fin_aid
Scholarship Application DUE MARCH 1---Ask Mrs. Jewell for copy
Cloud CC
Coffeyville CC
Colby CC
Cowley CC
www.cowley.edu/admissions (FREE application)
620-441-5303
www.cowley.edu/scholarshipsapp
Fort Scott CC
http://www.fortscott.edu/
FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE – SCHOOL OF COSMETOLOGY
FSCC now offers a 10-month Cosmetology Program and a 10-week Manicuring Program. Earn a Certificate or an Associate’s Degree!
Interested students can check out these programs by contacting Tom Havron at tomha@fortscott.edu or 620/223-2700, ext 3520.
Garden City CC
Highland CC
Hutchinson CC
www.hutchhcc.edu/admissions
620-665-3535
FREE admissions application
Independence CC
www.indycc.edu
Johnson CC
Kansas City Kansas CC
Labette CC
Neosho CC
Science Project Scholarship Science Fair: Grades 4-12]
February 21st, 2015 due.
www.kssciencefair.org
NEOSHO COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP
AMOUNT: full tuition, up to 17 credit hours per semester plus books, renewable
CRITERIA:
* must be a Kansas resident
* must enroll in and complete a minimum of 12 hours each semester
* must maintain a collegiate GPA of 2.0 or higher
* must complete a minimum of 60 hours of service during each semester for which the scholarship is awarded
PROCESS:
* complete the online scholarship application found at http://www.neosho.edu/Departments/FinancialAid/Scholarships.aspx.
* complete the 2015-2016 FAFSA by April 1st; if you don’t qualify for the scholarship based on financial need, you can still qualify academically
with a minimum GPA of 3.0 when you graduate
* you will need to set up an interview once you have all materials completed and submitted
* complete the paper NCCC Service Scholarship application; available in the Guidance Office
* contact Kyle Bures for more details; kbures@neosho.edu
Pratt CC
Seward CC
KANSAS STATE COLLEGES
PRIORITY ENROLLMENT AND SCHOLARSHIPS DAYS ARE OVER OR SOON WILL BE!!!
Emporia State
Check out ESU Scholarships at http://www.emporia.edu/finaid/scholarships/index2.htm.
FUTURE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
EMPORIA STATE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION ESU SCHOLARSHIP
Applicants must have an ESFCU account for one year prior to the semester you are entering ESU
Must attend ESU and take a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester
One can get an account at ESFCU if they meet any of the following or are the immediate family member of one
of the following:
Employees of ESU, ESU Memorial Union, ESU Alumni and ESU Foundation
Employees of unified school districts located in the following counties: Lyon, Coffey, Greenwood, Chase,
Morris or Osage
Employees of Emporia State Federal Credit Union
Employees of Flint Hills Technical College
ESU Students; FHTC Students
Members of the ESU Alumni Association who live in the same counties mentioned above
Other criteria:
*Have a high school GPA of 3.4 or higher OR an ACT composite score of 23 or higher
*Clearly document all extracurricular activities
*Give proof of demonstrated leadership skills and ability
*Demonstrate how you have contributed positively as a citizen of your community
*Must enroll in a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester at ESU
Details are available at www.esfcu.com.
Fort Hays State University
www.fhsu.edu
FHSU awards nearly $3 million a year in scholarships. Apply online at
http://www.fhsu.edu/admissions/scholarships-and-costs/.
FINAL DEADLINE is February 15th.
Pittsburg State University
www.pittstate.edu/admission/
HONORS COLLEGE:
CRITERIA: Complete the pre-college curriculum with a 3.5 GPA or higher and ACT Composite of 28 or
higher
Apply online at http://www.pittstate.edu/academics/honors/freshmen.dot.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: was January 15, 2015
Kansas State University
Senior Days: February20th
www.k-state.edu/admissions/seniors
All-University Open-House Saturday, April 11,2015—HS Juniors
Fine Arts Scholarships: www.k-state.edu/scholarships/finearts
Kstate Salina: salina.k-state.edu/discovered/
Washburn University
Ichabod Days: Jan 23
Overnight stay: Washburn.edu/ichabodsatnight
University of Kansas
http://affordability.ku.edu/costs
Feb. 1 – Orientation registration opens. Students may select an orientation session once they pay the new student fee, which is $210.
Feb. 1 – Deadline to apply to KU's Multicultural Scholars Program (MSP)
Feb. 1 – Last day for students to submit improved test scores and seventh semester GPA. Students can send updated information to
processing@ku.edu. March 1 – Priority deadline to file the FAFSA (KU's Federal School Code is 001948). March 1 – Deadline for scholarship hall
essays. Admitted students can sign a housing contract at housing.ku.edu and will be able to begin room and roommate selection online in March.
May 1 – New student fee is due for incoming freshmen or your admission to KU is cancelled .
TECH SCHOOLS
American Ins. Baking
Coffeyville CC
Kansas City , KS
Tech Ed Center
Kaw Area Tech/Washburn
Wichita Area Tech
Manhattan Area Tech
Pinnacle Career Ins.
Flint Hills Tech
Scholarship: https://www.fhtc.edu/media/files/scholarship.pdf
Northwest KS Tech
North Central KS Tech
www.ncktc.edu
Salina Area Tech
Haskell Indian National
FEDERAL/GOV/OTHER
US Army Command Air Force Navy Army National Guard Military
Bellus Academy (Cosmetology/Massage Therapy)
Mahatten KS,
1-888-990-7094
Out of State Colleges
Missouri Southern State University
Mssi.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/scholarships
Tulsa Welding School
www.weldingschool.com
7 month schooling to be a welder
800-331-2934
College Goal Sunday:
Sunday February 23, 2014.
Check out www.Collegegoal.org
2-4:00pm
Have a chance at a $500 scholarship for attending
A great event to help with FASFA questions.
FAFSA IS NOW AVAILABLE!!!
--First step: register for a PIN ASAP: www.pin.ed.gov
You and one of your parents need a pin.
FAFSA priority deadline is April 1st but you should get it done by March.
Taxes have to be completed before you complete your FAFSA
www.fafsa.ed.gov
MALES: you need to register with Selective Services through FAFSA. Males who do not register will not
receive federal financial aid. It is also available at: www.sss.gov.
**** It does NOT cost to fill out a FAFSA application. If you are being charged, you are being scammed!!!***
SENIORS
TIME TO ENROLL IN A COLLEGE is getting smaller…
UNSURE OF WHERE TO GO?
WHAT TO DO?
COME SEE YOUR COUNSELOR!!!
Just a reminder that to graduate a student needs:
24 units :
Four units English
Four Unites Social Studies
One Unit Computer Science
One unit of Foreign Language
Three units of Mathematics
Three units of Science
One unite of Physical education/health
One unit of Fine Arts
Eight Elective
MAKE SURE YOU REVIEW THE STUDENT HANDBOOK
to see pre-college curriculum requirements, Kansas Scholars curriculum and Graduation Honors Curriculum
For comprehensive information on federal student aid programs, visit StudentAid.gov.
At StudentAid.gov, you will find information to help you determine what types of federal financial aid you can receive,
whether you qualify for aid, how to apply, how to manage your loans after college and much more.
To order printed copies of this brochure, call toll-free 1-800-USA-LEARN (1-800-872-5327). Those who use a
telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) or a teletypewriter (TTY) should call 1-800-877-8339.
To access this brochure on the Department’s website, visit
studentaid.ed.gov/sites/default/files/comparing-colleges.pdf
.
www.ed.gov
The U. S. Department of Education’s mission is to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational
excellence and ensuring equal access.
There are links to these important pages on the website:
usd245ks.org
---choose any school
---counselor page
---links to….
PARENTS/STUDENTS: CHECK OUT THIS NEWSLETTER MONTHLY!!!!
WEB SITE ON WRITING COLLEGE ESSAYS
http://www.veritasprep.com/writing-an-a-plus-admissions-essay/
PARENTS, STUDENTS AND CAREGIVERS:
I post this newsletter outside of my office. I also have my daily calendar out each week of when I am available. Few
students have asked for help of any of these. If they need help, the list, print outs, etc, please have students seek me
out. And, make sure students are looking at these scholarship opportunities ongoing!!! Many can be found and
completed online.
Working on a scholarship application is an investment in time. The simplest application may take only a short while to
fill out, but most require a minimum of 1 to 2 hours to complete. Some scholarships require a huge investment in
time. Don’t waste your time if you don’t meet the eligibility requirements. Read all the scholarship requirements and
directions carefully, and make sure that you are eligible. For those scholarships committees that have many thousands
of applications to review, this is the easiest way pare down the competition. Be expecting local scholarships starting
soon. Check on the bullion board regularly and keep an eye on things posted in the gym weekly!
Some factors that you should check before applying include: Citizenship, Ethnicity/Minority Status, Academic
Accomplishments, Geographic Location and Financial need. We wish you best of luck with your efforts.
Scholarship Name
MathMovesU Middle School Scholarship
Deadline
February 7, 2015
Davidson Fellows Scholarship
February 11, 2015
PROTON ONSITE SCHOLARSHIP
AMOUNT: $25,000
http://www.protononsitescholarship.com/apply.asp.
February 13, 2015
Comments
Middle School students are invited to answer
the question: “Math is in the world all around
us. Morning, noon, and night – how does math
move you or the world around you?”
The deadline for this prestigious scholarship has
been extended. It’s for students under 18 who
have completed a significant piece of work.
This scholarship is for the science
and technology minded student!
You have to write an essay on how
you would produce hydrogen using
water and renewable energy.
Medicacom Communications
February 16, 2015
www.mediacomworldclass.com
$1000 essay on leadership,
transcript and 2 recommendation
forms.
www.mediacomworldclass.com
Neosho County Community College Science Fair
February 21, 2015
www.kssciencefair.org
AWARDS, SCHOLASHIPS, GRANTS
http://kmfonline.org/persons-withdisabilities/#RuthRussell
Buick Achievers Scholarship Program
February 27, 2015
www.buickachievers.com
R. E. French Family Education Foundation.
March 1, 2015
Kansas City Associated Equipment Distributors
Scholarship
March 1, 2015
4 $1,000 scholarships
Kansas AGgibuissness Retailers Association Scholarships
Agribuissness.agronomy Scholarship
Jim Lee Memorial Agribbuisness/agronomy scholarship
www.ksagretailers.org/mx/hm.asp?if=scholarship
4-12th grade students
-Plan to attend NCCC
Call 785-242-2061 ext 340
March 4, 2015
-Plan to attend 4 year college fulltime
-major in engineering, technology,
design or business with an interest
in automotive
Seniors, Photo, transcript, ACT
scores. Ask Mrs. Jewell for the
application and return it to her by
March 1st.
Full time student
Pursuing degree in Applied Science
or certificate in Diesel Mechanics
or Heavy Equipment Repair.
2.5 GPA
Visit Counselor’s office.
High School senior planning to
major in agronomy, crop science,
ag engineering, or a related field.
-Must be a self-starter who
possesses excellent academic
credentials, is a good school and
community citizen, strong desire
to continue education
--can be used at any Kansas
college
KOHL’S KIDS WHO CARE SCHOLARSHIP
PROGRAM
AMOUNT: up to $10,000 scholarships
.
March 13
Nominated at www.kohlskids.com
as a young volunteer who has
helped make his/her community a
better place
Official rules and the nomination
link are available at the above web
site.
Westar Energy Craft Scholarships
http://www.westarenergy.com/scholarshipsopportunities
US PREMIUM GARCINIA CAMBOGIA
SCHOLARSHIP
AMOUNT: $500
https://www.uspuregarciniacambogia.com/scholarshipguidelines.
March 16, 2015
3 $2000 scholarships for seniors,
Kansas residents graduating in a
related field as listed on website
CRITERIA: minimum GPA OF
3.0
PROCESS: Submit a 500-word
essay on the following topic: While
we have one of the most health
conscious societies ever - obesity
continues to be one of the biggest
problems in today’s culture. What
contributing factors do you believe
have led to this problem and what
solutions would you suggest we
strive for in our culture to fight this
health problem? Discuss how
obesity creates obstacles in one’s
life, career, and the mentality it
traps people in.
Essays are submitted to
info@uspuregarciniacambogia.co
m.
Kansas Motors Carriers Association Foundation
Scholarship
3-4 awards of $1000 renewable
www.kmcafoundation.org
April 1, 2015
Preference given to those with ties
to the transportation industry.
See rules and guidelines online
Kansas Board of Regents Scholarships
May 1, 2015
There is a fee
Can only be used at Kansas
community colleges or universities
Must submit FAFSA before April 1,
2014
1/1/15-4/30/15
3 different scholarships available
to Kansas students. Check out
each link for more info.
March 31, 2015
11:59PM
www.kansasregents.org
Kansas Masonic Foundation Scholarship Program
1)Techincal College Scholarships-10 $500 scholarships:
http://kmfonline.org/technical-college-scholarship/#technical
2) State Universities or Washburn: 10 $1,000 scholarships:
http://kmfonline.org/general-scholarship/#General
3) Ruth Russell Memorial for persons with Disabilities:
http://kmfonline.org/persons-with-disabilities/#RuthRussell
NEXT ARE LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS:
THESE COULD BE REPEATS OF ABOVE AND THEY
ARE NOT IN ORDER BY DEADLINE.
ALSO, THEY ARE POSTED OUTSIDE THE GYM FOR
STUDENTS TO SEE AND PAPER COPIES ARE
LOCATED RIGHT OUTSIDE MY OFFICE.
(Students have been informed of these weekly!)
Scholarship
The Kansas Association of Directors of
Plant Facilities
$1000
http://Kadpf.org/index.html
Requirements
 Available only to graduating seniors of noninstructional support staff who wish to attend
college
 Must be a resident of Kansas
 Must graduate from a Kansas high school and
plan to attend a Kansas College or technical
school
 Parent/Guardian must be actively employed in
K-12 or secondary education institution and
engage in a building and grounds, food service
or transportation position
THE TEN COMMANDMENTS
 must be between 15 – 22 years old
STUDENT ESSAY CONTEST
 PROCESS:
AMOUNT: first place - $1500; second
 * Watch the videos on the web site, then pick
place - $200; third place - $100
one that most surprised you. (each video is
around 5 minutes
Apply and submit your essay online at
 long)
http://www.prageruniversity.com/student * Write an essay explaining what you believed
contest.php.
about that commandment before you watched
it, and then explain how your understanding of
the commandment changed after watching the
video.
Kansas Motor Carrier Association
 Must be high school graduate or senior
Foundation
 Must be attending school full time, 12 hours
per semester
www.kmcafoundation.org
 Applicants (including previous recipients) may
apply each qualifying year
*Copies outside Mrs. Jewell’s office
 Must include photo
Emporia State Federal Credit Union and
Flint Hills Tech College Scholarship
$500
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www.esfucc.com
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Must be attend Emporia State University and
have a membership in good standing for at
least a year
Or
Must have a minimum high school or college
cumulative 2.75 GPA
Student enrolling for the first time or a student
who has completed a technical certificate at
FHTC and pursuing an Associate of Applied
Science Degree
Must be a post-secondary degree-seeking
student enrolling in the fall semester. Priority
will be given to full-time enrollment. Part-time
enrollment considered
Date Due
February 15,
2015
March 1, 2015
Due to Mrs.
Jewell by March
23rd
To Mrs. Jewell by
February 26
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General Line Worker Scholarship
$2000
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www.westarenergy.com
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Power Plant Operator Scholarship
$2000
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www.westarenergy.com
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Line Worker Scholarship
$2000
www.westarenergy.com
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Completion of FAFSA. However, financial need
will not be a determining factor
Must be a resident of Kansas
Must be a graduating high school senior or
recent high school graduate
Must pursue a degree in electric Power and
Distribution in Kansas
Must enroll as a full-time student in degree
program (does not have to be prior to
scholarship award)
Must maintain a 2.5 GPA during degree
program
If selected, must attend camp, complete a Job
Fit Survey, and participate in a personal
interview
Must be a resident of Kansas
Must be a graduating high school senior or
recent high school graduate
Must pursue a degree in electric Power Plant
Technology in Kansas
Must enroll as a full-time student in degree
program (does not have to be prior to
scholarship award)
Must maintain a 2.5 GPA during degree
program
If selected, must attend a one-day skills camp,
complete a Job Fit Survey and CADI testing, and
participate in a personal interview
Must be a resident of Kansas
Must be a graduating high school senior or
recent high school graduate
Must pursue a degree in electric Electrical
Power and Distribution in Kansas
Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s
License
Must enroll as a full-time student in degree
program (does not have to be prior to
scholarship award)
Must maintain a 2.5 GPA during degree
program
If 18, must be willing to submit to a Motor
To Mrs. Jewell by
March 12th.
To Mrs. Jewell by
March 12th.
To Mrs. Jewell by
March 12th.
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Kansas County Clerks’ and Election
Officials’’ Association Scholarship
$500
Heather Arnold Scholarship
$2000
LOCAL--Gridley
Medicom
$1000
Kansas Future Teacher Academy
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Vehicle Records Check (drug free with no DUI
convictions)
If selected, must attend a one-day climbing
camp, complete a Job Fit Survey, and
participate in a personal interview
Plan to attend a Kansas College
Major in Political Science, Business or
Communications
Senior
3.0 GPA
Two references
Transcript
Plan to enroll in accredited school full-time for
at least a year
3.0 GPA
Completed a paragraph about connection to
Gridley, KS or Heather Arnold
Senior
References
 Freshman, Sophomore,
Junior
To Mrs. Jewell by
March 23rd.
To Mrs. Jewell by
March 23rd
To Mrs. Jewell by
February 12th
To Mrs. Jewell by
April 1
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Interested in any area of Education
Senior
School office or community reference
Resume of leadership experience
GLENN LYGRISSE/KACRAO SCHOLARSHIP
The Kansas Association of Collegiate Registrars and
Admissions Officers (KACRAO)
AMOUNT: $250 (four are awarded – one per school
type: four-year public, four-year private, community
college, and technical/vocational school - a list of
member schools can be found on their web site.)
Applications are available at www.kacrao.org.
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CRITERIA:
*must be a senior
*must have a seventh-semester cumulative GPA of 3.25 or better
*must have a minimum ACT composite of 22
February 15, 2015
J.L. CLELAND GLBT NONDISCRIMINATION AWARD
AMOUNT: $4,500
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This award was established to help eliminate hatred, violence,
and bigotry against gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender
persons. It provides financing for the college education of
incoming freshmen at KU who have experienced discrimination,
bullying, and/or violence based on the belief, real or perceived,
that said students are gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, or transgender, or
for students who have exhibited support for GLBT persons.
ELIGIBILITY:
Preference is for rural Kansas high school students
Preference is for incoming freshmen
Preference is for students intending to major in education
Additional information is available at
http://www2.ku.edu/~affordability/cgi-bin/jl-cleland-glbt.
March 1, 2015
Kansas Association of Collegiate
Registrars and Admissions Officers
http://kacrao.memberclicks.net
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To Mrs. Jewell by
February 12th
Steve Harper Memorial Scholarship
$1,000
Coffey County Evangelical Ministerial
Association Scholarship
$300-$500
Friends of Coffey County Hospital
Scholarship
$1,000 per year
Lyon-Coffey Electric Coop---Youth
JUNIORS
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Senior that plans for attend Four Year School to study
Photography or natural resources Curriculum
To Mrs. Jewell by April
9th to mail.
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Student demonstrating Christian virtues in his/her daily life
Recognized by others as demonstrating Christian Character
Dependable
Takes initiative to be of service
Noted for scholastic achievement
Consistently involved in a local church
Enrolled in 12 semester hours
Maintain 3.0 GPA
Proof of enrollment after 6 weeks attendance
Must have attended SCCHS Junior and Senior year
Reside in Lyon-Coffey Electric service territory
Win a free youth trip to Washington DC--June 12-19
Due to your pastor by
April 6.
To Mrs. Jewell by April
9th to submit.
To Mrs. Jewell by March
1st to submit
Tour--
College Credit Courses from Allen County
http://www.allencc.edu/
Students in college course
1st day of class
Check out:
www.scholarships.com
www. Anycollege.net
www.collegegoal.org
www.kansasregents.org
your college’s website
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
REGISTRATION DATE
January 9th
March 13th
May 8th
TESTING DATE
February 7th
April 18th
June 13th
*FEE: ACT without writing—$38.00 ACT with writing—$54.50
*Late deadline fee: add an additional $24.00 Standby registration deadline fee: add an additional $47.00
*Registration packets are the Counselor’s Office as well as fee documents---or online at www.actstudent.org.
*Go to www.actstudent.org/testprep to download a booklet that has a practice ACT test for download
TRY SOME TEST PREP SITES:
www.actstudent.org
www.collegeboard.com
www.number2.com
www.powerprep.com
www.kaptest.com/ACTquizbank
http://www.studyguidezone.com/sattest.htm
www.testprepreview.com
www.march2success.com
www.kaptest.com/SATquizbank
www.testanxietytips.com
www.free-test-online.com
www.sparknotes.com
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ALLEN COMMUNITY COLLEGE COURSE TRANSFER LIST
If you plan to attend one of the state universities in Kansas or Washburn University, check out the following link to see
how ACC courses transfer to one of these universities!
http://www.allencc.edu/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=296&catid=49&Itemid=70
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GRAMMY CAMP
WHEN: June 2015
WHO: students interested in Audio Engineering, Electronic Music Production, Songwriting, Vocal Performance, Music
Journalism, Video Production, Music Business, or Instrumental Performance
Details are available at www.grammyintheschools.com
DEADLINE TO APPLY: MARCH 31, 2015
Call your prospective college before taking a summer college course---it could make you be considered a transfer
student and impact your ability to get incoming freshman scholarships!!!
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FINANCIAL AID MYTHS
(Bolin)
My family makes too much money to qualify for financial aid.
Don’t assume that because you’re a member of the middle or upper class, you can’t get financial aid. Many factors
BEYOND annual income, such as family size, number of children in college, age of the older parent, and the market value
of your family’s net assets are considered. You may also qualify for education tax benefits. The subsidized Federal
Stafford Loan and the Federal Plus loan are also available without regard to financial need. Even families earning more
than $100,000 a year have qualified for need-based grants, depending on their financial circumstances. *College costs
have increased enough that more than two-thirds of all families will qualify for some form of financial aid, including
loans.
I’m a straight A student; I can do it all on scholarships.
Statistically, few students earn enough scholarship money to cover ALL college costs. Make scholarships one part of your
overall plan to pay for college.
I’m not a straight A student; I can’t get any aid.
Although there are many academic scholarships, there are also many grant, employment, and loan programs that depend
on financial need, not grades. Also, many private scholarships look for students who excel in other ways, such as
community service, artistic or writing ability, math and/or science skills, or leadership and extracurricular activities.