Why College

Find out the top reasons here why you should consider going to college!

College Prep Checklist for 9th Graders

• Think about career opportunities. Which subjects interest or motivate you to succeed?
• Meet with a counselor to create a four-year plan that will guide you in taking the right courses in your field of interest and also fulfill the requirements of the college you want to pursue.
• Earn good grades. Your grades will play a big part in which college you can get into and the scholarships you can earn.
• Get involved in community work or other kinds of volunteering in your field of interest. Not only is it good for others, it’s good for you – and, it will look great on your college application.
• Save money now to pay for school later.
• Apply for a social security number, if you do not already have one.
• For full preparation checklist, click here.
• Download a college road map to start your path to college.

Explore Your Interests

One of the first steps to thinking about college is to explore your interests. What do you love to do? Whether it’s playing sports or playing an instrument, your interests today say a lot about what career you might pursue. Click here for some tips on how you can start preparing for a career that interests you!