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ACT* - The American College Testing Program

Duration: 4 hours

Taken by: High school juniors and seniors

Given by: ACT (www.actstudent.org)

Frequency: Six times per year (Saturdays – usually offered in Sept, Oct, Dec, Feb, April, June)

Note: Some colleges will require students to take the ACT with Writing, if they plan to use scores to replace the

SAT.

Purpose: Used by most colleges for admissions purposes and merit scholarship awards.

SAT TEST Approximately 3 hours (plus 50 minutes for the Essay [optional]). Students are encouraged to take the
Duration:
optional writing section. Post-secondary institutions determine whether it is required for admission.
Taken by: High school juniors and seniors
Given by: College Board (www.collegeboard.com)
Frequency: Seven times per year (Saturdays - usually offered in Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Mar, May, June)
Purpose: Used by most colleges for admissions purposes and merit scholarship awards.

SAT Subject Tests*

Duration: 1 hour per test (maximum of three per testing date)

Taken by: Seniors whose colleges require subject tests

Given by: College Board (www.collegeboard.com)

Frequency: Six times per year (Saturdays - usually offered in Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, May, June)

Purpose: Required by some colleges as an additional indicator of achievement in specific areas (check individual

college for information)

AP Tests* - College Board Advanced Placement Tests

Duration: 3 to 4 hours

Taken by: All students currently enrolled in AP courses.

Given by: College Board (https://www.collegeboard.org/)

Frequency: One time per year, in May

Purpose: May fulfill college credit requirements. Students should check with individual colleges.

Note: Information available in the guidance office

*Students are charged a fee by the test publishers to take these exams. Students who qualify for the free & reduced lunch program may
be eligible for discounted rates. See your counselor for more information.

Financial Aid

Financial aid may be awarded in several ways. It may be a scholarship, grant, parent or student loan from a bank or

other agency, or an on-campus work-study program. Some of these methods may provide money that has to be paid back
by a prearranged method. Students interested in financial aid should research the colleges of their choice, discover what
is available, and determine how to apply. Financial Aid Night is held once a year at the high school to help students and
parents understand the financial aid process. It is the student's responsibility to meet deadlines regarding financial aid.
Additional information about financial aid can be found by visiting the college and career web page. Additional
scholarship searches are available in the college career center, in Naviance or through internet search engines, such as
http://www.fastweb.com.

Extracurricular Activities

All students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities, whether they are related to school, community, or
church. Often, the experience gained in participating in sports, volunteer work, and clubs represent some of the most
important learning in high school. Employers and colleges are interested in the school activities in which students have
participated. However, it is not the number of activities that is considered important, but those in which the student has
continuously participated over the years and demonstrated dedication and leadership.

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