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Junior Parents and Students
Class of 2012 Troy Athens High
School December 8, 2010
Junior YearJuniors should research colleges and consider:
◦ Areas of study offered by each institution ◦ GPA and ACT recommended for success◦ Finances◦ Location and environment◦ 3 to 5 schools, one local and one “safe”
Visit Colleges to find the best “fit” for you
Take tests required by colleges you selected◦ MME at Athens in March includes the
ACT◦ Additional ACTs to improve test scores ◦ SAT or other if required by the institution
Where will I be accepted?The following is only a guide. Schools look at other factors, as well.
Institution GPA Computed Avg. GPA Avg. ACT Avg. SATCentral academics only 3.3 22 n/a
Eastern all subjects 3.15 21 1010
Ferris all subjects 3.0 20 n/a
Grand Valley all subjects 3.6 23 n/a
Lake Superior all subjects 3.1 21 n/a
Michigan State academics only 3.7 25 1220
Michigan Tech all subjects 3.5 26 1220
Northern academics only 2.75 21 n/a
Oakland academics only 3.2 22 n/a
OCC all subjects n/a n/a n/a
Saginaw Valley all subjects 3.3 22 n/a
UofM – AnnArbor all subjects 3.6-3.9 27-31 1230-1420
Wayne State all subjects 3.0 22 n/a
Western all subjects 3.2 22 n/a
Where will I be accepted?
Institution GPA Computed Avg. GPA Avg. ACT Avg. SAT
Adrian academics only 3.3 22 1110Albion academics only 3.5 25 1210Alma academics only 3.5 25 1170Aquinas all subjects 3.3 23 n/aCalvin all subjects 3.5 26 1220Hillsdale academics only 3.7 26 1940Hope all subjects 3.7 26 1220Kalamazoo all subjects 3.7 28 1280Kettering academics only 3.6 26 1200Lawrence Tech academics only 3.0 22 n/aMadonna all subjects 2.75 21 n/aNorthwood all subjects 2.9 21 n/aRochester College all subjects 2.75 20
n/aSienna Heights all subjects 3.2 22 n/a UofD/Mercyacademics only 3.3 23 1030
Senior Year Complete applications EARLY (Sept.-Oct.)
◦ Most applications are online◦ CAREFULLY follow instructions for essays,
recommendations, or other items required by each college.
◦ Provide teachers and/or counselors with a “Senior Questionnaire” if you are asking for a letter of recommendation (forms available in office).
◦ Arrange for transcripts to be sent through Docufide◦ Arrange for ACT/SAT to be sent.
Consider On-site Admissions◦ Check with the counseling office or the Athens website for
a current list of colleges offering On-site Admissions.◦ Complete paper applications and request transcripts◦ Make your appointments through our counseling secretary
Use your Counselor!
A-E: Michelle Kosi [email protected]
F-K: Dave McMillan [email protected]
L-R: Nancy Breen [email protected]
S-Z: Rick Rinnan [email protected]
Counselors meet individually with seniors in the fall to: discuss their plans for the following year and provide
guidance assist with college/vocational/technical application
process review transcripts for graduation requirements
Additional Information
Oakland Community College can provide recommendations for specific courses that will transfer to specific state colleges at a tremendous savings. macrao.org
If your student plans to play sports in college he/she needs to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center, formerly known as NCAA Clearing House. www.ncaa.org
ACT/SAT prep materials and workshops are available for students. They can be found online, in libraries, and in bookstores. Check the guidance office for additional information. www/actstudent.org sat.collegeboard.com/practice
Junior year is the most important academic year for college admissions. Please emphasize this with your student and suggest our after-school tutoring if needed.
Financial Aid night for class of 2012 seniors will be in January, 2012, and will provide information about scholarships and the FAFSA form. www.fafsa.ed.gov
Our online scholarship book is available on the Athens website. Go to “Counseling” and on the left, click on “Complete Scholarship List”. Financial aid information from colleges will be mailed to your student once they have been accepted.
