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College Readiness
College Readiness
“College readiness” might just sound like a phrase thrown around during the college search and application process. On the surface, it seems like a generic “are you ready for college?” sort of question, but in truth it’s much more specific than that.
College readiness refers to the set of skills, knowledge, and behaviors a high school student should have upon graduation and entering their freshmen year of college. It’s all about the ability to find success while studying at an institute of higher learning.
What type of Post-Secondary is right for you?
What type of Post-Secondary is right for you?
two-year or four-year program (associates and undergraduate degree)
undergraduate and graduate degrees in a variety of fields.
four-year institutions focusing on undergraduate degrees more personal attention - based on smaller admission than universities
classes tend to be smaller
emphasize courses in humanities, social sciences, and sciences
two-year institutions of higher learning
provide career and vocational training
offers associate degrees as well as certificates
established specifically with the goal of increasing African American students’ access to a college education at a time when they were systematically denied access to most other colleges and universities.
Students attending these schools can and should feel empowered by the fact that they’re actively defending and taking advantage of their rights, while experiencing a supportive atmosphere.
High School Timelines and Links to be College Ready!
High School Timelines and Links to be College Ready!
Freshman Timeline.pdfFreshman Year Timeline
Sophmore Timeline.pdfSophomore Year Timeline
Junior Timeline.pdfJunior Year Timeline
Senior Timeline.pdfSenior Year Timeline
The above timelines are not all inclusive, especially depending on unique situations or career paths you are wanting to follow. They are to be used as a simple timeline to stay on track for your goals. Please see your CCMR Counselor if you have any situations you might need more added to your timeline.
College Application Links:
Disability & Accommodation Services for Post Secondary:
Disability & Accommodation Services for Post Secondary:
Find information in the slides to the right about Disability services after high school or for SAT/ACT testing.
Post Secondary SPED information.pdfDoes your college require a resume? Or maybe your scholarship applications does?
Does your college require a resume? Or maybe your scholarship applications does?
Check out the resume help section located in the Career Readiness tab, or click HERE
College Admission Essays!
College Admission Essays!
What?! They are going to have me write an essay???
Yup, most colleges and universities have 1-3 essay requirements. The infographic to the left lists some good Do's and Don'ts of writing college admission essays, and even scholarship essays.
Rule of thumb type up your essay in Google Docs or Word then either copy and paste into the admission form or you will attach it separately depending on the requirements.
Here are also some other important points for when writing your essay:
Read the instructions carefully
If you don’t follow the application essay guidelines, the admissions officer may assume that you won’t be able to follow the directions of the university’s program. Page and word limits are mentioned for a reason and you must be able to organize your submission by following the rules.Use your inner voice
Universities are looking for authenticity and quality of thinking, so don’t try to shape your essay around phrases or ideas that people have used many times before, but base it on your genuine beliefs.
The application essay is your opportunity to impress an admissions officer with your determination and existing knowledge of your chosen subject. Make sure it reflects all of your skills and ambitions, and show how your chosen program will help you achieve future goals.
High School Details for Applications
High School Details for Applications
The information listed on the form to the left are basic information with Anna HS that you can use to fill out your Common App application as well as your Apply Texas application as the information is the same.
ApplyTexas_Application_4Year_App.pdfHelp with Apply Texas application
Help with Apply Texas application
Above is the slides that walk you through the application process using Apply Texas.
Below is a YouTube video walking you through the application process with Apply Texas
Help with Common App application
Help with Common App application
Above is the link to the Common App guide webpage.
Below is a YouTube video walking you through the different features to Common App
This video is long but if you go to the bottom with the progress bar you will see its chunked and you can go to the section you are most interested in. This is a student who graduated high school during the pandemic and she has a lot of useful and helpful information while thinking about where you want to go to college, plus some things you might not have considered or thought about during your quest for choosing a college.
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