AFTER GRADUATION
Students interested in continuing their education at a four year college, a two year college, or at a business, trade, or technical school should express their needs and wants to the counselors at Goliath Academy.
Admission to college
Admission to college is based upon a combination of academic courses taken, course final grades, standardized test scores (SAT I or ACT), recommendations, and personal data.
Colleges usually determine GPA status based on the following core academic courses:
English, social studies, foreign language, laboratory science, and mathematics beginning with algebra 1.
Depending on individual college requirements, other courses may be included in determining the GPA. Students can best prepare for college and college level classes by taking sample tests found online and by enrolling in Goliath Academy's Test Prep Program (Speak to counselor).
College Admission Requirements
Each student should check with the College/University of his or her choice to determine what is requirements are necessary for admission. The admission requirements vary from college to college. They may include any or all of the following:
An application fee, usually nonrefundable. Many colleges will waive this fee under special circumstances. See your counselor for details.
An official application form providing information about your background, previous education, and college plans.
An official high school transcript of your courses and final grades, and test scores.
One or more standardized admission tests. The most common test used are: SAT I, SAT II and ACT. Visit www.collegeboard.com and/or www.act.org for further information on these tests. (Plan to take these tests at least six weeks before the college's application deadline to allow enough time for the score report to reach the college.)
One or more letters of recommendation from a teacher and/or counselor. Generally, the colleges are interested in what you have accomplished in high school and what kind of school citizen you are; however some institutions may also accept recommendations from a member of the clergy, alumnus, or adult member of the community. As a courtesy you should give people ample time to complete the recommendations and meet the college deadline.
A personal essay or autobiographical statement is required by some institutions, particularly four-year private colleges. This is your chance to express your individuality in a way that will set you apart from other applicants.
An interview with a college admissions officer is in your best interest. This is your chance to express personally your background, your interest and goals and why you are interested in the college. It is also a time for you to ask questions to get information you need about college to make a decision.
