Community Colleges are two-year schools that provide affordable postsecondary education as a pathway to an associate's degree, certifications and/or to a four-year degree.
Smaller class sizes with more personalized instruction
Flexible schedule for classes (day and night)
Check out each CT State campus and meet students at each!
Students should monitor their emails and announcements to stay informed about these visits!
Students can transfer to a 4-year college after a 1 or more semesters at a CT Community College.
This should be coordinated with their CT Community College Advisor on campus.
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Cumulative Weighted GPA (Grades 9-11)
Senior Year Academic Courses
Total Credits
Standardized test scores are often times used in the college admissions process as a piece of a students application package.
IMPACT ON COLLEGE ADMISSIONS & SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
A strong test score will strengthen a students application
Some colleges require test scores to apply
Certain college programs/majors (Nursing, Engineering) may require test scores for admission
Can be used in place of a placement exam at Community Colleges
Test scores are required for certain scholarships 💲
MARCH 19th CT SAT School Day: No Registration Required
Weekend testing available: Registration Required
Free Test Prep Resources: Collegeboard, Bluebook, Khan Academy
Weekend testing available: Registration Required
https://ctstate.edu/academics/academic-programs
Certain colleges/universities do NOT accept the Common Application. Instead they supply their own online application via their schools website.
Students can get a pdf copy of their immunization record to upload to their student portal once the application is submitted.
Must be completed to apply for financial aid to ALL institutions
The FAFSA form offers a streamlined user experience for students and families
Reduce in maximum questions from 108 to 46
Used to prove need for many scholarships, grants and institutional aid
Will determine your “SAI” - Student Aid Index
