College and Career

Plan for life after high school - the 13th year and Beyond

 

Prepare Now

Organize at

Adventist Colleges
Central Washington University
Eastern Washington University
Walla Walla University
Washington State University
Western Washington University
Wenatchee Valley College
University of Washington
University of Idaho
Montana State University

The Next Step Find college majors, financial help, scholarships, career planning tips.

Why go to college?

Occupational Outlook Handbook
-Hundreds of different types of jobs and the handbook tells you:



The Tests
Four-year colleges require either the SAT or ACT test scores. Usually Juniors take these tests in the spring and again in the Fall of their senior year. PSAT is offered for juniors in the fall.

The Tests at CCA
PSAT Test: October 12, 2011

SAT Test: October 2, 2011
Register: Sepember 9
Deadline to register: Sept. 20
Test: January 29, 2012
Register: December 30

Deadline to Register: January 11

ACT: October 23, 2011
Register: September 16
April 15, 2012
Deadline to Register: March 7
All tests are on Sunday

SAT
CCA Site Center Code- 48266
CCA High School Code - 481532
ACT
CCA Site Center Code- 188001
CCA High School Code - 481532

College Board Tests - PSAT - SAT Register online for the SAT test. First time test takers must register by mail. A good site for organizing college search information, tips on choosing a college, and how to prepare for the test.


This is a great website for all kinds of college and career planning ideas.
Two-Year colleges require the Asset Test

 

 

Apply Early

Some colleges have early decision and/or early action. Know the difference! Applying early may give you an advantage.

College.gov is a great source for application tips such as:

Pay for College

FAFSA Everyone who needs financial aid must submit this application. It's better to complete it as soon as possible after January 1. Fill it out and send it online.

Washington Opportunity Pathways
This site includes information about the WICHE (Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education Student Exchange). Washington residents can enroll in 14 western states at reduced tuition rates.

Scholarships

FastWeb
The Guide Online -PNW

For Seniors

Register for the tests as soon as school starts in the fall.