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Testing Information
(School Code 311235) |
AP Exam |
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Everything you need to know about the Advanced Placement (AP) Exam including exams offered, how to check and understand your scores, and transferring AP credits to colleges and universities.
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PSAT
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https://www.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt
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Information on the PSAT including why to take it and how it can help you! |
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SAT |
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Use to find out SAT registration dates and to register for the exam.
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ACT |
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Use to find out ACT registration dates and to register for the exam.
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SAT & ACT: What’s the difference?
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Details the differences between the ACT and SAT exams so that you can decide which test works best for you.
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College Planning |
Big Future College Search |
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/college-search?navid=gh-cs |
Use this tool to search for colleges that fit for you!
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Big Future Make a College Plan |
http://media.collegeboard.com/CollegePlanning/media/pdf/BigFuture-College-Plan-Handout.pdf
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Instructions on how to use the Big Future website to make a plan for going to college.
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College Planning Timeline for Seniors
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Use this handout as a guide during your senior year to walk you step-by-step through the application process. |
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College Planning Timeline for Juniors |
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Use this handout as a guide during your junior year to make sure you are preparing for college. |
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College Planning for 9 th and 10 th Graders |
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Don’t wait to start planning for college—start now! Use this handout as a guide in 9 th and 10 th grade to make sure you are preparing yourself for a college future.
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Common Application
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The Common Application is one application you submit online for multiple colleges or universities. Use this website to create and submit your application as well as determine which schools accept the Common Application.
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Common Application College Essay Prompts
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List of college essay prompts for this year’s Common Application. This is a great place to start for writing your college essay! |
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NJ Stars |
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Information on the New Jersey Student Tuition Assistance Reward Scholarship (NJSTAR) program which covers the cost of tuition at 19 community colleges in NJ.
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EOF Eligibility Requirements
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Details eligibility requirements for the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) program. |
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EOF Participating Colleges and Universities |
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List of colleges and universities in the state of NJ which offer the EOF program. Includes contact information for all EOF directors.
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You Can Go! |
http://youcango.collegeboard.org/?navid=bf-ycg
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Personalized videos of people across the country who overcame obstacles to attend college. Listen to their stories now!
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A Day in the Life of a College Student |
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Information on how to spend an overnight visit at Rowan University in order to get an inside look at college life.
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Scam Alert Info |
http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0082-scholarship-and-financial-aid-scams |
How to tell when financial aid and scholarship websites are scams.
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Fastweb |
http://www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships
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Use to get access to tons of scholarship opportunities just for you. |
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Scholarships |
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Use to get access to tons of scholarship opportunities just for you.
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Merit Aid |
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Use to get access to tons of scholarship opportunities just for you.
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Cappex |
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Search for colleges, read college student reviews, and get connected to scholarships.
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Student Scholarships |
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Use to search a database of scholarship opportunities.
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NJ College and University Scholarships |
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Find scholarship and financial aid opportunities in the state of NJ. Information is for first year college students and includes 2 and 4 year colleges.
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Financial Aid Resources |
Federal Student Aid |
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Interactive website through the U.S. Department of Education with information on preparing for college, applying for aid, and managing student loans.
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FAFSA Application |
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The official website for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Use this to apply for financial aid!
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FAFSA Pin Request |
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Use to request a FAFSA pin number. You will need to a request a pin to complete you FAFSA application.
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CSS/Financial Profile |
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Use to create a financial aid profile on CollegeBoard’s website. Some colleges will require you to create a profile to apply for financial aid.
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Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESSA)
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Information on financial aid resources including grants, scholarships, and loans and how to manage your finances for college. |
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Financial Aid Checklist for Students and Parents
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This handout provides you with a checklist of all the steps you will need to take in order to receive financial aid. |
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Athletics Eligibility Information |
NCAA Eligibility Center
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Interactive website with everything you need to know about the NCAA including its athletic divisions and sports.
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NCAA Guide for the College-Bound Student Athlete
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Details everything you need to do in high school to ensure your eligibility for NCAA college athletics. |
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NCAA
(4 year college) |
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Information about the different levels of collegiate athletics within the NCAA and athletic scholarships.
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NCIA
(4 year college) |
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Information about the NCIA including sports offered and participating colleges and universities.
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NJCAA
(2 year college) |
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Information about the NJCAA including sports offered and participating 2 year colleges.
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Career Planning |
Occupational Outlook Handbook |
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Search for any job or profession to find out information on the salary, outlook, and education needed to help you plan for your career.
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O*NET |
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Use O*NET to assist you in searching careers by using different categories including bright outlook and preparation needed.
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PHS Course Selection Guide (Graduation Requirements) |
http://www.pps-nj.us/pps/images/Course%20Offering%20Booklet%202013-2014.pdf |
Everything you need to know about course selection, graduation requirements, and how to use high school classes to plan for your future.
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PHS Career Planning Guide |
http://www.pps-nj.us/pps/images/PHS%20CAREER%20PLANNING%20GUIDE.pdf
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Use this worksheet to help you determine which classes to take in high school based on your career interests. |
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Trade School Information
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Real Work Matters |
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Use this website to explore all different vocational career options and hundreds of trade schools that fit your needs! Search by program, career, or location.
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ACIT Adult Education Program
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Information on vocational classes offered at ACIT in careers such as building trades, vehicle repair, cosmetology, EMT, and other health occupations. |