Just for Juniors

Just for Juniors

Getting ready for senior year!

To do...

• ACT/SAT
• Research Schools
• Start a resume
• Visit Schools
• Create an application list
• Start on essays

Virtual College Fairs

ACT/SAT

Virtual Tours

Xello

Get registered!

Start getting the info!

Tour schools from home!

Explore Colleges and Careers

Zoom & Webinars

Other resources

Senior Calendar

Money

Applications

Collin College

FAFSA and Scholarships

Collin has great opportunities!

A little more help.

How to apply.

Find live sessions to attend.

Plan ahead with these guides.

ACT/SAT

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Xello

Xello is a program that is available to all Frisco ISD middle and high school students. This program offers comprehensive assistance from learning about one’s interests, skills, and personality, to college and career research tools. Frisco ISD students may access Xello by going to the Student Portal.

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Virtual College Fairs

Explore college fair booths virtually here on your own time.

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Virtual Tours

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Zoom & Webinar Sessions

Register for upcoming webinars and Facebook Live events.

*Don't forget to check a school's admissions website for various virtual informational sessions.

Register for free webinars.

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Senior Calendars

College Application Timeline: 12th Grade from College BoardWant to know if you’re on track in the college application process? This checklist shows you what you should be doing, and when.

Preparing for College: Senior Checklist from The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)Applying to college? Follow these steps.

The College Planning Checklist For High School Seniors from PrepExpertUse this basic college planning checklist for reference if you’re about to enter your senior year in high school with plans for college after.

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Money

Paying For College Presentation

FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid Most colleges will request that students complete the FAFSA to receive any sort of scholarship, grant, loan, or other student aid. The application opens on October 1st. Parents, be sure to log in and start the application as soon as it opens.

Scholarships Many universities will have their own scholarship application for students to complete once they are admitted. Be sure to check your university's website. Also, you can use online scholarship searches to apply to national scholarships like Fastweb.com or scholarships.com.

FEF - Frisco Education Foundation The Frisco Education Foundation Scholarship Program offers Frisco ISD graduating high school seniors the opportunity to apply for college scholarships offered through the Foundation.

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Application Process Overview 1. Apply to college and pay the fee 2. Follow application procedures 3. Request transcript through Parchment (on FISD website) 4. Send ACT/SAT/AP scores to college via testing company 5. Request recommendation letters (only if required) starting in September High school counselors will meet with Seniors at the beginning of Senior year to go over all application processes.

Applications

Common Application Students can apply to more than 900 Common App member colleges worldwide through our online college application platform

Coalition Students can apply to any of the 150+ Coalition member schools, easily and efficiently.

Apply Texas ApplyTexas offers a centralized means for both Texas and non-Texas students to apply to the many outstanding postsecondary institutions available in Texas.

Other Applications Some schools offer their own application methods. Be sure to follow all instructions and reach out to the school if you have any questions.

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Collin College

Collin College - Start an application, request your transcript, explore partnership programs.

Collin College Technical Campus Opportunities - Explore the new technical campus.

Collin College Workforce Programs - Designed to prepare students for employment and/or advanced educational opportunities

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Other Resources

NCAA Eligibility Center - If you are hoping to play NCAA Division I or II get registered now.

NIAI Eligibility Center - If you are playing in the NAIA get registered now.

Resume Genius - Struggling to write your high school resume? Get samples and expert writing tips.

How to Write a College Essay - Tips from US News.

FISD Academic Advising - Frisco ISD is committed to college/postsecondary readiness for all students.

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