Frequently Asked Questions
1. When should I take the ACT?
No later than December of your senior year. Many people take it multiple times
beginning usually in the fall and spring of their junior year, in the fall of their senior year and again in December as a senior to increase their score.
2. How do I register for the ACT?
Go to www.act.org and locate the registration link to submit an on-line
application with photo id.
3. Do I need to take the writing section of the ACT?
To date, only students interested in teaching should take the writing portion.
4. What is my high school ACT code?
281-215
5. When can I apply for FAFSA?
You may apply for a FAFSA pin at anytime. You then can apply beginning
October 1st; you will have until June 30, to submit your FAFSA. But you
need to apply early! Schools and states often use FAFSA information to award
non-federal aid. Their deadlines are usually early in the year. Check with the
schools you're interested in for their deadline.
After you apply, you'll receive a Student Aid Report, or SAR. Your SAR contains
the information reported on your FAFSA and usually includes your Expected
Family Contribution (EFC). The EFC is an index used to determine your
eligibility for federal student aid. Review your SAR information and make any
corrections or changes, if necessary. The school(s) you listed on your FAFSA w
will get your SAR data electronically.
6. How do I request my transcripts/student records to be sent to colleges and/or for
scholarship applications?
If you are under 18 years of age, you must have your parent/guardian write a
written request to the guidance counselor stating that your records may be
released to the following listed institutions. If you are 18 years of age, you
may personally sign a waiver to release your records.
7. What is the Accuplacer test?
ACCUPLACER tests your knowledge in math, reading, and writing. Over 1,500
institutions administer ACCUPLACER tests as part of the enrollment process.
These tests help identify your strengths and needs in each subject
area. ACCUPLACER interactive online learning tools are available to help you
sharpen your skills.
8. What is the cost of the Accuplacer test and can I take it more than once?
The cost of the Accuplacer exam is free to high school students and it is
recommended that you take the test multiple times, or at least portions of the
test.
9. What should students focus on the most in order to get into college?
Every school has different expectations, but primarily the academics (GPA
and ACTs). Also important are extra-curriculars, leadership and community
service. A well-rounded student.
10. How many colleges should I apply to?
A good number is six. On-line applications as well as the Common App have resulted in increased applicant pools in recent years.
A workshop is held during the first semester for filling out the FAFSA form, so please be sure to check the weekly schedule.
For questions regarding financial aid, contact the college you are planning to attend financial aid office, or call Education Quest at 1-800-303-3745.
No later than December of your senior year. Many people take it multiple times
beginning usually in the fall and spring of their junior year, in the fall of their senior year and again in December as a senior to increase their score.
2. How do I register for the ACT?
Go to www.act.org and locate the registration link to submit an on-line
application with photo id.
3. Do I need to take the writing section of the ACT?
To date, only students interested in teaching should take the writing portion.
4. What is my high school ACT code?
281-215
5. When can I apply for FAFSA?
You may apply for a FAFSA pin at anytime. You then can apply beginning
October 1st; you will have until June 30, to submit your FAFSA. But you
need to apply early! Schools and states often use FAFSA information to award
non-federal aid. Their deadlines are usually early in the year. Check with the
schools you're interested in for their deadline.
After you apply, you'll receive a Student Aid Report, or SAR. Your SAR contains
the information reported on your FAFSA and usually includes your Expected
Family Contribution (EFC). The EFC is an index used to determine your
eligibility for federal student aid. Review your SAR information and make any
corrections or changes, if necessary. The school(s) you listed on your FAFSA w
will get your SAR data electronically.
6. How do I request my transcripts/student records to be sent to colleges and/or for
scholarship applications?
If you are under 18 years of age, you must have your parent/guardian write a
written request to the guidance counselor stating that your records may be
released to the following listed institutions. If you are 18 years of age, you
may personally sign a waiver to release your records.
7. What is the Accuplacer test?
ACCUPLACER tests your knowledge in math, reading, and writing. Over 1,500
institutions administer ACCUPLACER tests as part of the enrollment process.
These tests help identify your strengths and needs in each subject
area. ACCUPLACER interactive online learning tools are available to help you
sharpen your skills.
8. What is the cost of the Accuplacer test and can I take it more than once?
The cost of the Accuplacer exam is free to high school students and it is
recommended that you take the test multiple times, or at least portions of the
test.
9. What should students focus on the most in order to get into college?
Every school has different expectations, but primarily the academics (GPA
and ACTs). Also important are extra-curriculars, leadership and community
service. A well-rounded student.
10. How many colleges should I apply to?
A good number is six. On-line applications as well as the Common App have resulted in increased applicant pools in recent years.
A workshop is held during the first semester for filling out the FAFSA form, so please be sure to check the weekly schedule.
For questions regarding financial aid, contact the college you are planning to attend financial aid office, or call Education Quest at 1-800-303-3745.