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Arkansas Students Apply for Free at the University of Arkansas September 14-20!
October 15: Admissions Decisions Begin
October 19: Housing Contracts and Orientation Registration Opens
November 1: Priority Admissions Deadline
November 15: Priority Scholarship Deadline
ATU-Ozark: TECH it out
ATU-Ozark: TECH it out
TECH IT OUT Senior Preview Day at ATU-Ozark takes place on Wednesday, October 21, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This event offers the chance to meet program chairs, engage in hands-on activities, tour the campus, and explore scholarship options. Breakfast will be available there, and we'll have lunch afterward. To attend, you must register at ATU via the link below and sign up on the sheet in your College & Career Readiness Class. A signed permission slip is also required. (Note: Students with excessive unexcused absences, incomplete work, or office referrals will not be permitted to attend.)
time out for tech - atu russellville
time out for tech - atu russellville
Senior Preview Day 2026 Tuesday, October 27, 2026 9:00am - 3:00 p.m.
This is separate from the CHS campus tour Mrs. Ward will be taking a group to on September 22. If you are seriously considering ATU - Russellville, we recommend signing up to go with a parent/guardian and using this as one of your College Visit days!!!
Time Out For Tech, aka TOFT, is one of ATU's favorite prospective student events of the year! This event provides high school seniors a chance to explore academic programs, campus life, and financial aid opportunities. At TOFT you'll:
Opportunity to win scholarships
Get a free TOFT T-shirt + other ATU swag
Find your academic fit
Meet your people
Learn about campus events
And so much more
Arkansas A.C.C.E.S.S. Portal
Arkansas A.C.C.E.S.S. Portal
Explore Arkansas colleges and universities to compare campuses, programs, and opportunities. Find the institution that best fits your academic goals, career aspirations, and future success.
College / trade school info
College / trade school info
2026 College Guide Digital Editon.pdfaRKANSAS TECH UNIVERSITY
aRKANSAS TECH UNIVERSITY
OZARK
OZARK
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
FORT SMITH
FORT SMITH
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FAYETTEVILLE
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FAYETTEVILLE
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS community college morrilton
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS community college morrilton
UNIVERSITY OF Central arkansas
UNIVERSITY OF Central arkansas
CONWAY
CONWAY
scholarship board
scholarship board
Mike Rowe Works Foundation 2026 Work Ethic Scholarship
Mike Rowe Works Foundation 2026 Work Ethic Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Deadline to apply: Any time between February 23, 2026 until October 31, 2026
For those who are enrolled or plan to be enrolled in an approved trade-related program at an accredited two-year college, vocational, or technical school, or other approved technical institute in the United States.
Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame Scholarship
Senior athletes who plan on attending an Arkansas college or junior college (private or public) as a freshman in Fall 2027 should apply for a $1000 Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame Scholarship. Students must submit an essay to the ASHOF for evaluation. The essay should state how sports have positively impacted your life. The essay must be submitted online by December 31, 2026. THE ESSAY SHOULD BE NO LONGER THAN THE FRONT OF ONE STANDARD TYPEWRITTEN PAGE, SINGLESPACED. Essays longer than one page will NOT be accepted. Only the first one hundred essays submitted to the ASHOF will be considered for review for the scholarships. Please apply online only at: https://www.arksportshalloffame.com/scholarships
ARKANSAS WORKFORCE CHALLENGE
ARKANSAS WORKFORCE CHALLENGE
Please note that the Arkansas Workforce Challenge Scholarship can be used at private trade schools, as recent legislative changes have expanded the definition of "approved institutions" to include these institutions. Click HERE to learn more about the Arkasas Workforce Challenge.
FAFSA
FAFSA
Students need to complete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal student aid, as well as most state and institutional aid. Filling out the FAFSA is the first step in accessing grants, work-study, and loans to help pay for college or career school. The 2026-27 FAFSA will be available to everyone by Oct. 1, 2025.
To complete the FAFSA, students and one parent (if applicable) will first need to create an FSA ID.
Mrs. Ward will work with all of our Seniors to create an FSA ID.
SAMS
SAMS
SAMS (Arkansas' Scholarship Application Management System) is where students go to apply for state financial aid, including the Arkansas Academic Challenge (Lottery) Scholarship, the Governor’s Distinguished Scholarship, the Arkansas Future Grant, the Arkansas Workforce Challenge Grant, and more.
Mrs. Ward will work with all of our Seniors to create a SAMS account.
FASTWEB
FASTWEB
Fastweb is a free scholarship search platform that connects students to college scholarships, trade school scholarships, and financial aid news and resources. their goal is to help you find scholarships to make college and trade school more affordable.
goingmerry
goingmerry
Going Merry is a FREE one-stop shop for scholarships and financial aid. You can find and apply for scholarships and grants right from their website.
Ar community Foundation
Ar community Foundation
Arkansas Community Foundation manages dozens of scholarships established by donors to support education for students who meet various criteria. Most Community Foundation scholarships are for Arkansas students pursuing higher education at two/four-year colleges or universities, vocational schools, or technical training programs.
Big future
Big future
BigFuture is a free online resource created by the College Board to help students plan for life after high school. It provides tools and information to explore careers, plan for college, and discover ways to pay for college. Whether a student is interested in a four-year university, community college, or career training, BigFuture aims to help them make informed decisions.
scholarships.com
scholarships.com
Scholarships.com is a free college scholarship search platform that helps students find scholarships they qualify for. As one of the most widely used and trusted scholarship search engines, they’ve helped over 26 million students and families connect with college scholarship opportunities.
senior tips
senior tips
SELECTIVE SERVICE
SELECTIVE SERVICE
Selective Service System registration is required by law for 18-year-old males. Register at https://www.sss.gov/.
Selective Service System registration is required by law for 18-year-old males. Register at https://www.sss.gov/.
PERSONAL EMAIL ADDRESS
PERSONAL EMAIL ADDRESS
If you haven’t already, it’s time to set up a professional email address to use for job, college, and scholarship applications.
If you haven’t already, it’s time to set up a professional email address to use for job, college, and scholarship applications.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
You’ll need to know your Social Security Number for several things this year. This is a great time to memorize it!
You’ll need to know your Social Security Number for several things this year. This is a great time to memorize it!
EMAIL AND GOOGLE CLASSROOM
EMAIL AND GOOGLE CLASSROOM
Check your school email and Google Classroom regularly!
Check your school email and Google Classroom regularly!
PLANNING FOR life after high school
PLANNING FOR life after high school
arkansas rehabilitation services
arkansas rehabilitation services
Arkansas Rehabilitation Services’ (ARS) mission is to prepare Arkansans with disabilities to work and lead productive and independent lives.
To achieve its mission, ARS provides a variety of training and career preparation programs. They have 19 field offices across the state serving all 75 counties, where individuals can receive assistance with accessibility and training needs that can lead to successful employment. Want to see if you qualify for services? Click on the button below to fill out the form. For more information, call our area office at 479-675-3835.
college info for seniors and parents
college info for seniors and parents
Did you know the State of Arkansas is home to over 40 institutions of higher education, including 10 four-year universities, 22 two-year colleges, 12 private universities, and one academic health center?
APPLYING for college
APPLYING for college
If you plan to go to college, consider applying to multiple schools—you can always decline offers later. Apply early, especially for housing. After submitting your applications, email Sunny at smoore@tigersmail.org and request that she send your transcript to the college.
VISITING COLLEGE campuses
VISITING COLLEGE campuses
Make sure you pre-arrange all college visits with your teachers three days in advance. Pick up a college visit form from the office and return it signed after the visit.
College application tracker tool
College application tracker tool
Getting ready to start applying to colleges? Use Get Schooled's free college application requirements tracker to stay organized. This tracker can help you stay on top of application requirements, deadlines, and more. Download a copy by clicking the link below.
TRIBAL IDENTIFICATION CARD
TRIBAL IDENTIFICATION CARD
If you have a Tribal Identification Card or Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB), please let Mrs. Rachuy and Mrs. Ward know. You may be eligible for additional financial aid.
COLLEGE ATHLETE REQUIREMENTS
COLLEGE ATHLETE REQUIREMENTS
NCAA
NCAA
Creating an NCAA account is the first step to becoming an NCAA athlete. When registering for the ACT or when requesting scores, use the code "9999" to send your scores to the NCAA Eligibility Center.
NAIA
NAIA
To participate in sports at an NAIA college or university, student-athletes must register with the NAIA Eligibility Center. When registering for the ACT or when requesting scores, use the code "9876" to send your scores to the NCAA Eligibility Center.
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