BrochuresCollege In Colorado Brochure For Middle School, High School, Parents and Adult Learners Quantity______________

Spanish Brochure Quantity______________

Financial Aid Folder Quantity______________

Brochure holder Quantity______________

College Admissions Tool postcard Quantity______________

GuidesPaying for College–English Quantity______________

Paying for College–Spanish Quantity______________

College Guide–English Quantity______________

College Guide–Spanish Quantity______________

PostersCollege In Colorado Quantity______________

Road to College (for students) Quantity______________

Name:_____________________________________________________________________

School:____________________________________________________________________

Address:__________________________________________________________________

City, State Zip_____________________________________________________________

Phone:____________________________________________________________________

Email:_____________________________________________________________________

PLANAPPLYPAY PLANAPPLYPAY PLANAPPLYPAYREORDERFORM

DELIVERY ADDRESS:

Please indicate which materials you would like to order, along with the quantity. Fax or email your order to College In Colorado at (303) 296-1637 or orders@cic.state.co.us. For questions, please call (303) 974-2660.

Name:_____________________________________________________________________

9th Grade

Start planning for college now and keep your grades up. The earlier you prepare, the more options you will have!

Go talk to your counselor (or your teachers) about...

- The courses you have to take to be eligible for college

- Enrolling in foreign language and algebra classes for both semesters

- Whether or not your school offers the PLAN Test for ACT prep

Keep organized! Create a file with all your report cards, extracurricular activities, awards and honors.

Start researching colleges you might be interested in. CollegeInColorado.org has a great list to help you out.

Have you visited any colleges? Most colleges have free tours so you can get a feel for what the school is like.

The College Preparatory Classes Required for Most Colleges Include: 4 Years of English 3 Years of Math (through Algebra II or Trigonometry) 2 Years of the same Foreign Language 2 Years of Natural Science 2 Years of History /Social Studies 1 Year of Art 1 Year of Electives

12th GradeFall Semester

Review your transcripts. If you’re missing any required credits, now’s the time to take them!

Take the SAT, SAT II and ACT exams.

Start submitting your college applications. Double- and triple-check them, and make sure they’re up to your highest standards. Don’t forget, the way you present yourself counts for a lot!

12th GradeSpring Semester

Complete and submit your financial aid application and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) between January 1 and February 15, and check for other financial aid options. This is required for anyone seeking financial aid.

Complete your scholarship applications if you have decided to pursue them.

You’ll start receiving acceptance letters in April. Compare each of them and review your scholarships if you have them. Once you’ve decided on a school, you’ll be required to place a nonrefundable deposit for your first year’s tuition.

11th GradeSpring Semester

Take the SAT test, especially if you are considering out-of-state institutions.

Take the ACT test, which will be offered free in your school.

Talk to teachers about writing letters of recommendation for you.

Practice writing online applications, filling out rough drafts of each application, without submitting them. Focus on the essay portions of these applications, deciding how you would like to present yourself. Don’t forget to mention your activities outside of school. Ask family, friends, and teachers to review your essays for grammar, punctuation, readability, and content.

11th GradeFall Semester

Get in gear! Now is the time to study as hard as you ever have. Do your homework every night, join study groups, and maintain good grades.

Talk to your counselor (or your teachers) about testing schedules for:

- PSAT- SAT and SAT Subject Tests- ACT- AP Exams

Make sure your counselor explains how the above tests can help you get into college.

Find out about “dual credit” programs, which can earn you college credit while in high school.

How does your academic record and profile look? Let your counselor help determine any removable weaknesses.

Take the PSAT again. Like last year, the PSAT is a great way to practice for the SAT; but this year, it counts toward the National Achievement Program so study hard!

Start meeting with admissions counselors at the schools you would like to attend. And don’t forget, if you meet with a school make sure to follow it up with a thank you note!

10th Grade

Talk to your counselor to make sure you’re working to meet the requirements for the specific colleges you want to attend.

Now is the time to start taking aptitude tests like the PSAT and the Plan Test for ACT prep. Remember to register for each test at least a month before its scheduled date!

Take the PSAT. It’s a great way to prepare for your junior and senior year’s exams.

Take the SAT Subject Tests. These are separate from the SAT; each test focuses on a specific subject like foreign language, history or literature.

Only take the tests that are appropriate for you!

Teachers, doctors, athletes, actors and executives all use their degrees to excel in

their fields. Getting into college is the first step — so plan early and follow this

path to make your dreams a reality!

With a college degree, you’ll earn the opportunity to be anything you want to be.

The College Preparatory Classes Required for Most Colleges Include:

How Will I Pay For College?There are all types of financial aid including scholarships, grants, loans and work-study. Financial aid can make up the difference between what your family can afford to pay and what college costs. Aid may be awarded based on need or merit (talent, academic performance, etc.).

Create a free account on CollegeInColorado.org, and sign up for the College Opportunity Fund.

Sit down with your family and look into 529 College Savings Plans, and other financial aid options available to you in Colorado.

How Important Are Grades?Grades are especially important. Study, work hard and do your best to earn good grades. If you are having difficulty in one of your classes, don’t give up — get help from a teacher, tutor, mentor or even a friend who is knowledgeable in that subject.

Maintaining your grades during your junior year is especially important! You should be doing at least two hours of homework each night and participating in study groups.

Each college in Colorado has different GPA requirements. Check with your school of choice to determine what GPA you will need to be accepted. Remember - your class ranking, standardized test scores, essays and extracurricular activities are also important, in addition to your GPA.

What Will Help Me Succeed?CollegeInColorado.org is an excellent comprehensive one-stop resource to help students, parents and counselors plan, apply and pay for college. What’s even better is... IT’S FREE.

metro state logo

design by: printed by:

Please allow up to three weeks for delivery.

College Admissions Tool postcard Quantity______________

Paying for College–English Quantity______________

Paying for College–Spanish Quantity______________

College Admissions ToolF O R C O L O R A D O

• Use the Build Options Wizard to explore options after high school.

• Select college characteristics that are important to you and enter your goal GPA and

test scores to create a list of four- and two-year Colorado colleges and universities that

are a good match.• Use the Matching Colleges List to analyze how GPA, test scores, courses taken and

other factors affect your chances for admission into Colorado four-year colleges and

universities.• Use My Progress and My Plan to track your college preparation activities so that you

are best prepared to meet the standards of your top college or university choices.

The interactive College Admissions Tool is a great way for middle and high school students and their families to gain understanding about the college admissions process for Colorado colleges and universities.

Helping students make informed decisions on their college plans in Colorado.

CoAdmissionsTool.org

College Admissions ToolF O R C O L O R A D O

• Use the Build Options Wizard to explore options after high school.

• Select college characteristics that are important to you and enter your goal GPA and

test scores to create a list of four- and two-year Colorado colleges and universities that

are a good match.• Use the Matching Colleges List to analyze how GPA, test scores, courses taken and

other factors affect your chances for admission into Colorado four-year colleges and

universities.• Use My Progress and My Plan to track your college preparation activities so that you

are best prepared to meet the standards of your top college or university choices.

The interactive College Admissions Tool is a great way for middle and high school students and their families to gain understanding about the college admissions process for Colorado colleges and universities.

Helping students make informed decisions on their college plans in Colorado.

CoAdmissionsTool.org