Junior Guide

11th Grade

Near the beginning of the year, you should begin to narrow your choices to eight to ten colleges that have what you are looking for in courses, location, and extracurricular activities.  Make sure that the colleges offer the major you wish to pursue. Throughout the year, many college representatives visit Asheboro High School to talk with students, so plan to take advantage of these opportunities.  During the first semester, write to colleges on your list and ask about admissions requirements and financial aid. Be sure to ask about “merit aid” as well. Continue to work with your counselor more closely and do some research into scholarships.

You will need to give yourself several more opportunities in preparing for your final SAT. You may take the SAT or ACT when they are offered during the school year. In addition, you are strongly encouraged to register for the PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test). SAT prep workshops will be held each fall and spring. The ACT can be used as an alternative to taking the SAT. Consult with your counselor for more information. When spring registration is held, sign up for academically rigorous courses. College admission is competitive, and courses you are taking your senior year will show up on your transcript. As you plan your senior schedule, check graduation requirements to be sure you are taking the courses for the colleges or jobs in which you are interested.  By the summer of your junior year, you should try to reduce your list of potential colleges to four or five. You and your family might try to schedule some vacation time during the summer to visit campuses to check dorms, dining halls, student unions, and other spots that interest you.

CFNC:  Student Planner Timeline
- An informative guide in helping 11th grade students plan for college.

Junior Parent Meeting PowerPoint Presentation

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