High School – Sophomore

Grade 10

• Say out loud “I am going to college.”
• Explore all high school diploma options – For example Honors, Advanced Placement, and International Baccalaureate.
• Continue to meet with a counselor to discuss high school course selections while keeping college admissions requirements in mind.
• Coursework should include geometry or algebra II, English, social studies, chemistry, and a foreign language.
• Research college requirements and application deadlines.
• Take the PSAT/NMSQT – A student who scores high and meets other academic performance criteria may qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program, visit www.nationalmerit.org
• Become familiar with college admissions requirements and offerings, the ACCUPLACER test may be taken for placement in math, English, or reading, visit www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/accuplacer
• Enroll in Honors courses in high school.
• Enroll in AP (Advanced Placement) courses in high school –A student may ultimately receive college credit with a qualifying AP exam test score.
• Be sure to keep your grades up!
• Talk to your counselor to keep updated on the requirements for the Nevada Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship, visit http://www.nevadatreasurer.gov/GGMS/GGMS_Home/
• As college funds continue to grow, investigate federal, state, and private financial aid options, visit https://studentaid.gov/ for more information.
• Practice and prepare for the ACT. The ACT is required for high school graduation. You want to do the best you can!
  • Visit Ed Ready for practice test and study guides to be better prepared for the ACT and/or SAT.

• Visit local college and university campuses, take visitor tours, and ask others about their college experiences.
• Here are some tips for any exams that you might be taking.