| Now that you're in 9th grade, it's
time to get serious about your college plans. By starting
early, you'll be better prepared. |
Explore Programs and Majors |
| Study Hard! Build good study
habits to keep your grades in tip-top shape. |
Successful Study
Techniques |
Save money. Sign up for a college
savings account from Oklahoma's 529 college savings plan (OK4Saving.org ) or continue to add money to an existing
account. It's generally best to keep most savings in your
parents' name. |
College Savings Calculator |
| Apply for Oklahoma's
Promise! If you didn't apply in eighth grade, visit OKpromise.org to sign up for this scholarship program. |
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| Talk it up. Discuss your future
plans with your guidance counselor, teachers, family members, or
other trusted adults. |
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Take the right classes.
To be college bound, your class schedule should contain at least
four college-preparatory classes per year including:
*4 units of English
*3 units of math (at or above Algebra 1)
*3 units of laboratory science
*3 units of history/citizenship skills
*2 units of world language or computer technology
*1 unit fine arts or speech
*1 additional unit of English, math, science, history, world
language or computer technology.
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| Get started on your Individual
Career Academic Plan. ICAP activities will help you explore your
skills, interests and values as you begin to make plans for life
after high school. |
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Use Your Plan of Study to keep
track of your courses and grades. Your transcript is a permanent
record. Work hard so you are proud to show colleges and future
employers the grades you make.
Invite your counselor to view Your Plan of Study |
Your Plan of Study |
| Check it out. Find out about
college entrance requirements for the schools you're interested
in. |
College Matching Assistant |
Track it. Create a file of the
following documents and notes:
report cards, lists of awards and honors, school and community
activities, and volunteer work. You can also start a resume to
track these important activities. |
Resume
Builder |
Start thinking about the colleges
you want to attend.
(Hint: Use our Explore Schools section to help look for
schools.) |
Explore
Schools |
| Find out about AP and other
honors-level courses. |
Advanced Placement |
| Continue to get involved in campus
and community activities. |
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How are you spending your
summer?
Volunteering and educational programs can help give you a better
idea about what kind of training or career would be right for
you. |
Explore
Schools |
College life can be a big change -
you're on your own!
Try taking some small steps towards independence this year,
perhaps with more responsibility around your house. |
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