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Create a four-year high school plan
● Think about what you’d like to accomplish in high school
● Meet with your school counselor to make sure you’re taking the right classes
● Ask your teachers about the types of courses offered by your school.
○ For example: If you’re interested in taking an honors class, are there required classes you have to take first?
Explore Advanced Placement (AP) Courses
● Learn about the AP Program and how it can lead to college credit, advanced placement, or both at most colleges in the U.S. ○ Consider which of the 38 AP courses you want to take during high school
Start thinking about what you’re interested in outside of the classroom
● Think about jobs and careers that interest you
○ Even though your interests may change, it’s good to start thinking about possibilities
● Talk to adults, such as school counselors, teachers, and recent college graduates, about your interests
Meet with your high school counselor
● Schedule an appointment with your school counselor to discuss post-high-school plans
Participate in extracurricular activities
● Participate in extracurricular activities such as sports teams, school clubs, drama clubs, or volunteering
● If you’re interested in playing college sports, make sure you research the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) as early as your freshman year
○ The NCAA requires completion of certain core classes in high school for eligibility
○ Visit the NCAA Eligibility Center for more information
Save for college
● Start saving money for college. It’s never too late or too early—every little bit helps
● Learn about financial aid, student loans, and scholarship opportunities that will help you pay for college
Explore summer opportunities
● Apply for a job or internship, or volunteer in your community ○ These experiences will help you learn about yourself and even put you on a path to your future career
Get familiar with PSAT-related assessments and the SAT
● Ask your teacher if the PSAT 8/9 is offered at your school and sign up if it is
○ This test will help you build up skills, so you’ll be ready to take the SAT in 11th or 12th grade
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