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SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES BY MONTH…..OREGON GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS – FREE
MONEY FOR COLLEGE –!!
10/8/14
OCTOBER DEADLINE SCHOLARSHIPS
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Young Arts offers awards for 10th thru 12th grade student members ( $25 fee) of up to $10,000 per student as well as
performance and regional art program opportunities. For more information and online application
seehttp://www.youngarts.org/why-apply DEADLINE: 10/17/14
Dr. Pepper Tuition Giveaway Scholarship is for an 18 year old senior. Write about your one of a kind goal and how you plan
to make an impact on the world. Go to http://www.drpeppertuition.com/ DEADLINE: 10/20/14
Be the Whale Art Scholarship is for all students and is awarded based on selection of your 2D original artwrk of a humpback
whale. Entry forms are in the Career Center. For more information go to: www.bethewhale.com DEADLINE: 10/24/14
Horatio Alger Scholarship ($2,500- $20,000) is for a senior who wants to succeed in life and is planning on completeing a
bachelor's degree in the USA ( 2 year and then transfer to 4 year is acceptable). Financial need, involvement in co-curricular
and community activities at least a 2.0 GPA. Apply online @ www.horatioalger.org/scholarships
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation, Inc. 50 - $20,000 and 100 - $1,000 scholarships for study in any accredited U.S. College or
University. Selection Criteria: Leadership, character and achievement in and out of the classroom, motivation to succeed
and serve mankind. Apply on line: www.cocacolascholars.org Deadline: October 31
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Student Insights is a $500 - $3,000 scholarship random drawing for a student who completes a survey about colleges in your
area. Online @ http://www.student-view.com
Student Scholarships is a general sight with student scholarships. Create an account to access
information.http://studentscholarships.org/
"No Essay" College Scholarship is open to all seniors who will be enrolling in college in the next 12 months. Apply every
month for a random drawing. Apply online @ collegeprowler.com
Do Something Scholarship website has popular scholarships that recognize and reward teens who are active in their
communities @ DoSomething.org
Alert Magazine Scholarship is awarded monthly for a seniors planning to attend college. No application or deadline.
Eligibility: 2.5GPA or higher and a 650- 800 word essay . www.alertmagazine.org
SchoolSoup (scholarship searches) http://www.schoolsoup.com/scholarship-directory
Fastweb is a large free Scholarship search website. Go to www.fastweb.com
Scholarships.com is another large free Scholarship search website @ www.scholarships.com
The High Five Scholarships . Available free of charge @ www.HighFiveScholarships.com
Mexican American Legal Defense & Educational Fund Scholarship List for Latino students on the web at www.maldef.org
Navy NROTC Scholarship is a full ride scholarship for a senior interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree and becoming an
officer in the Navy or Marine Corps. Complete the application online @ www.nrotc.navy
AmeriCorps NCCC: for students ages 18 through 24 who can enroll in an intensive 10 month commitment to serve with a
group around the USA. Internship will include lodging, meals, health benefits, living allowance and $5,000 for college. Go
online @ www.americorps.gov
The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, c/o Alliance for Young Artists and Writers, www.artandwriting.org/awards Eligibility:
Open to students in grades 7-12 enrolled in a public school in the United States.
NOVEMBER SCHOLARSHIPS & IMPORTANT DATES
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COLLEGE NIGHTS IN OREGON – Get help with financial aid, scholarship information, college information and more! VISIT
www.collegenights.org for more details. THURS, NOVEMBER 13TH @Chemeketa Community College, Salem and Lane
Community College, Eugene (see next page for more info)
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OSAC - Nov. 2014 – OSAC scholarship application available @ OregonStudentAid.gov
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Voice of Democracy Scholarship Program, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Contact: Gordon Thorson, Director, VFW National Headquarters,
406 W. 34th St., Kansas City, MO 64111 (816) 756-3390, www.vfw.org/community/voice-of-democracy/ Eligibility: U.S. high school
students in grades 9-12. Students must submit a 3-5 minute essay for local competition. Selected candidates compete on state and
national levels Deadline: November 1
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Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O) Star Scholarship provides $2,500 to high school senior women who wish to pursue post-secondary
education. You must be nominated by a local P.E.O chapter who make online recommendations from September 1st - November 1st. For more
information go to http://www.peointernational.org/peo-projectphilanthropies
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Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program is for a senior with a GPA of 3.5 or above and is planning to attend an accredited 4-year
college. Funding for up to 4 years. www.jkcf.org/scholarships or call 855-509-5253 - DEADLINE: 11/01/14
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HealthCare Professions Scholarship provides scholarships in support of seniors seeking a career in healthcare. Interested applicants should submit a
500-1000 word essay describing what they hope to accomplish with their career in healthcare. http://all50medical.com/healthcare-s/DEADLINE:
11/17/14
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National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) for female 9th - 12th grade students with a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate an
aptitude and interest in IT/ computing and leadership. Go online: www.aspirationsaward.org DEADLINE: 11/30/14
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applications to Mrs. Emmert (by e-mail or in person).
COLLEGE NIGHT IN OREGON – THURSDAY, NOV. 13TH
6 to 8 pm @ Chemeketa Community College, Salem campus
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Thursday, November 13th @ Chemeketa Community College in Salem College Nights in Oregon is an annual
college planning event held at various locations in Oregon. High school students won't want to miss this
informative event. Students learn how to:
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Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
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Search for scholarships and avoid scams
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A session for Spanish-speakers will be offered at the Chemeketa location.
VISIT www.collegenights.org for more details.
Source: ecmc.org
DECEMBER DEADLINES AND IMPORTANT DATES
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P.L.A.Y. Scholarship is for junior and senior students who submit a 500-1000 word essay on their efforts to
help animals in need. For more information go to: www.petplay.com/scholarship DEADLINE: 12/3/14
ELKS National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship HS seniors. Based on scholarship,
leadership/financial need. www.elks.org/enf/scholars & www.elks.org/enf/findalodge.efm DEADLINE:
12/05/14
Women's Sports Foundation www.womenssportsfoundation.org for female high school seniors who
demonstrate leadership, athletic ability, and who will be pursuing a full-time course of study at an
accredited two or four-year college.
HSF Scholarship Programs – for graduating HS seniors be of Hispanic heritage, U. S. citizen planning to
enroll full-time in a 2- or 4-year U. S. accredited institution of higher learning in the upcoming academic
year. Multiple scholarships available Dec. 15 deadline, hsf.net
AXA Achievement Scholarship – U. S. citizen, planning to enroll in a 2- or 4-year U. S. accredited institution
of higher learning in the upcoming academic year. Demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidenced by
outstanding achievement or work related activities. Dec. 15 – for graduating high school seniors.
www.axa.scholarshipamerica.org/
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JANUARY SCHOLARSHIPS AND IMPORTANT DATES – FILE FOR
FINANCIAL THIS MONTH IF POSSIBLE! SEE BELOW!!
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Jan. 2015 – Submit your FAFSA to apply for Oregon Opportunity Grant (OOG) and other grants, including the PELL Grant
(need based). Apply at FAFSA.ed.gov.
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OREGON OPPORTUNITY GRANT - $2,000 forstfull-time, full year attendance of any eligible Oregon postsecondary institution.
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FEBRUARY…..IN ORDER TO RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID……Check with the college you are planning to attend
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Gates Millenium Scholarship is for a senior who has significant financial need and demonstrates leadership and community
service. Student must be a minority with a 3.30 GPA or higher. Online application @ www.gmsp.org DEADLINE: 1/16/15
OSU Federal Credit Union - Tomorrow's leaders Today (TLT) Scholarship ($1,000) is for 15 seniors with a minimum of 2.5
GPA and have at least 2 accounts at OSU Federal (including checking ) by 10/31/14. Recipient must enroll in a two- or-four
year college or university in Oregon. Application is online @http://www.osufederal.com DEADLINE: 1/31/15
ELKS National Foundation Legacy Award is for a senior student who is a child of/ or a grandchild of a living ELK. Student
must be college bound. Apply online @ www.elks.org/enf/scholars DEADLINE: 1/31/15
GE-REAGAN Foundation - Twenty $10,000 renewable scholarships to college-bound students with exemplary leadership,
drive, integrity and citizenship. Jan. 2015
For graduating HS seniors. DEADLINE: Jan. 2015. www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships or look for their FACEBOOK
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BURGER KING SCHOLARS PROGRAM – Scholarships range from $1,000-$50,000 for HS graduating seniors.
DEADLINE: Jan. ___, 2015; http://www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram
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SCHOLARSHIPS AND IMPORTANT DATES – SENIORS, APPLY FOR
MULTIPLE SCHOLARSHIPS THROUGH OSAC – see timeline on next page
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FEBRUARY, 2015
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Apply for OSAC Scholarships (one application, multiple scholarships) @
OregonStudentAid.gov/scholarships.aspx
Feb. 1 – Application deadline for Oregon Opportunity Grant (see award estimator at
http://oregonstudentaid.gov/oregon-opportunity-grant.aspx) –
*Feb. 15, 2015 – “Early Bird” OSAC deadline for priority review, chance to make corrections and enter into
a $500 scholarship drawing
Feb. 1 - (5 p.m. PST) – (OSAC) - Deadline for Early Bird Review and chance to win $500 scholarship
Best of Co-Op Scholarships are for seniors with a 3.5 GPA and have applied to colleges participating in the
Co-Op Program. Online form @ www.wacelinc.org DEADLINE: 2/15/15
www.lagrantfoundation.org. 10 scholarships are awarded each year. Scholarships are available for high
school seniors and under graduates who are public relations, marketing, journalism, or advertising majors.
Award: $2,000. Deadline: February 28
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Dec. 2014 – Scholarship application review begins
*Feb. 15, 2015 – “Early Bird” deadline for priority
review, chance to make corrections and enter into a
$500 scholarship drawing
*Mar 1, 2015, 5 p.m. PST – FINAL DEADLINE to
submit 2015-16 Scholarship Application and all
required materials
May 31, 2015 – Oregon Student Child Care Grant
Application deadline. Apply at
OregonStudentAid.gov/Child-Care-Grant
Chafee deadlines: apply @
OregonStudentAid.gov/ChafeeETV (Education &
Training Grant Application)
Aug. 1 – Fall term deadline
Nov. 1 – Winter term deadline
Feb. 1 – Spring term deadline
May 1 – Summer term deadline
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FORD FAMILY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
PROGRAMS: “FORD SCHOLARS,” “FORD
OPPORTUNITY,” “FORD RESTART,” AND “FORD SONS
AND DAUGHTERS” offer unique scholarships that
provide 90% of unmet financial need for college
FORD SCHOLARS: DEADLINE: March 1 for
graduating HS seniors & transferring community
college students seeking bachelor’s degree @ an
eligible college
ELIGIBILITY: Need-based, requirement of
applicants to demonstrate financial need by filing
the FAFSA. Must enroll full time, on campus in the
fall of the application year.
APPLY @ www.OregonStudentAid.gov
MORE INFO @: [email protected]
File Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
as soon as possible AFTER January 1 at
www.fafsa.gov
MARCH SCHOLARSHIPS & IMPORTANT DATES
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Oregon Music Hall of Fame Four $1000 music scholarship opportunities for high school seniors who plan
on continuing their musical studies in college. Apply online @ www.omhof.org; Deadline: March 15
SAMMY recognizes outstanding senior scholar athletes. Can be nominated or may apply. Judging is based
on academic performance, athletic excellence, leadership, community service and milk experience.
www.bodybymilk.com or www.sammyapplication.com Deadline: March 5
Oregon Collectors Association/Bob Hasson Memorial Scholarship - $3,000, $2,000 and $1,000
scholarships based on essay topic: "(Varies Yearly)". To be used at an Oregon college, university or trade
school. Scholarship managed by the Oregon Student Access Commission.Apply online @
www.OregonStudentAid.gov Deadline: March 1
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SANTIAM HOSPITAL AUXILIARY Medically Oriented Scholarships to be awarded to students in the medical
fields (such as: radiology, pre-med, nursing, pathology, pharmacy, therapy, nutritionist). Must have been accepted by an
accredited school in a hospital/medical related profession. Application, letters of recommendation and other information
must be received by April____. See Ms. Moss for an application.
ELKS Vocational Grant is for any senior who is pursuing a two year or less vocational/ technical program. For more
information and an application, visit the Career Center.DEADLINE: 4/01/15
Visionary Scholarship Program is for all students and is awarded based on a 500 word essay. For more
information and application: www.American CollegeFoundation.org DEADLINE: 4/01/15
Oregon Sports Hall of Fame- $2,000 scholarships;Selection Criteria: Athletic accomplishment, academic
achievement,financial need. www.oregonsportshall.org; Deadline: April 15
www.ahbai.org - Eligibility: High school seniors planning to major in chemistry, business or engineering, must be
enrolled in a four-year college as freshmen, have minimum 3.0 GPA, based on financial need Award: $250$500;Deadline: April 15
American Business Women’s Association $1000 scholarship for students interested in majoring in Business. Must
have 3.0 GPA or above. www.abwa.org Deadline: April
Oregon Federation of Republican Women, $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to an Oregon high school senior
woman who is college bound. Scholarship will be awarded for the best Essay on the theme “The History of
Women Suffrage”. www.ofrw.org Deadline: April 30
Merck “Will to Win” Scholarship, Graduating seniors with asthma who are pursuing higher education. Student
must have achieved a level of excellence in one of the following areas: performing arts, visual arts, community
service,athletics or science. www.willtowinscholarship.com Deadline: April 3
MAY SCHOLARSHIPS & IMPORTANT DATES
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HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS - Apply for the Nordstrom Scholarship. Criteria: At least a 2.7 GPA, volunteer or
participate in community service or extracurricular activities, plan on attending an accredited college or
university during all four years over which the scholarship is distributed ($2,500 per year) and plan on
applying for financial assistance in order to attend college. For details, visit nordstrom.com/scholarship.
DEADLINE: May____, 2015.
OREGON ASSOCIATION OF BROADCASTERS – Scholarship opportunity for any high school senior with a
cumulative grade point average of 3.25 or higher planning to enroll in a full-time, undergraduate course of
study as a Broadcast Journalism, Production, Management or other broadcast related major at an eligible
institution. Essay required. See Ms. Moss for details. DEADLINE: May _____
SUB POP RECORDS of Seattle, is offering $13,000 ($6,000, $4,000 and $3,000) in college scholarships to
three eligible Oregon or Washington high school seniors. Applicants should be involved and/or interested
in music and/or the creative arts in some way and are encouraged to send digital links and/or provide hard
copies of their artwork with their essay. [email protected]. DEADLINE: May
Rollin Oldies Automotive Scholarship - $500. Granted on the basis of ability, aptitude, character,
determination, seriousness of purpose and financial need. For a graduating senior who plans to attend an
accredited school of higher learning full-time in an automotive related field. Due: In May. See Ms. Moss
or Mr. Johnson for more information. Deadline is usually in May.
JEA Karen Sinex Memorial Scholarship - Minimum GPA of 3.0, and based on involvement in school
activities, character, and completion of a written one-page essay on a topic to be determined in May.
Award is $500. See Ms. Moss. Deadline is May ____
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National Foundation for Advancement of the Arts (NFAA) Recognition and Talent Search
(800) 970-ARTS, www.youngarts.org; Eligibility: Senior high school students who are pursuing a career in
the area of dance, music, visual arts, theater, writing, and film, etc. Must be between 17 and 18 years old
and a U.S. citizen or legal resident.Award: Up to $3,000.Deadline: October ___, 2015
OSAC UPDATE – IMPORTANT DATES
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Nov. 2014 – OSAC scholarship application available
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Dec. 2014 – Scholarship application review begins
*Feb. 15, 2015 – “Early Bird” deadline for priority
review, chance to make corrections and enter into a
$500 scholarship drawing
*Mar 1, 2015, 5 p.m. PST – FINAL DEADLINE to
submit 2015-16 Scholarship Application and all
required materials
May 31, 2015 – Oregon Student Child Care Grant
Application deadline. Apply at
OregonStudentAid.gov/Child-Care-Grant
Chafee deadlines: apply @
OregonStudentAid.gov/ChafeeETV (Education &
Training Grant Application)
Aug. 1 – Fall term deadline
Nov. 1 – Winter term deadline
Feb. 1 – Spring term deadline
May 1 – Summer term deadline
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PROGRAMS: “FORD SCHOLARS,” “FORD
OPPORTUNITY,” “FORD RESTART,” AND “FORD SONS
AND DAUGHTERS” offer unique scholarships that
provide 90% of unmet financial need for college
FORD SCHOLARS: DEADLINE: March 1 for
graduating HS seniors & transferring community
college students seeking bachelor’s degree @ an
eligible college
ELIGIBILITY: Need-based, requirement of
applicants to demonstrate financial need by filing
the FAFSA. Must enroll full time, on campus in the
fall of the application year.
APPLY @ www.OregonStudentAid.gov
MORE INFO @: [email protected]
File Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
as soon as possible AFTER January 1 at
www.fafsa.gov
PSAT AT JHS ON WEDNESDAY A.M.,
OCT. 15, 2014 – JHS GYM
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ALL 10TH GRADE STUDENTS IN OREGON take the test on this date for free.
11th graders planning or considering a 4-year college should also take the test.
Cost is $14.00
In Oregon, all 10th graders take the Preliminary SAT at no cost.
Approximately 3.5 million students take the PSAT/NMSQT each year, primarily 10th- and 11th-graders, but
any high school student can take it
Students must test in the 11th grade to qualify for scholarships and recognition, but testing in the 10th
grade provides valuable and early feedback while there is still time to plan and prepare.
BENEFITS:
1) Helps students prepare for the SAT (for students planning to attend a 4-year college or university, it is
recommended to take the SAT’s twice – once in the spring of Junior year and once in fall of senior year)
2) On average, students who take the PSAT will score 136 points higher when they take the SAT.
3) National Merit scholarship opportunity for juniors
4) National Hispanic Recognition Program
5) Personalized feedback on ways to improve core academic skills
6) On-line college and career planning tools
7) An assessment tool to help measure student college readiness
8) Free to all 10th graders in Oregon; low cost to other students ($14) – fee waivers are available for juniors
– see Ms. Moss for information about fee waivers for 11th graders
College Planning checklist - Seniors
START EARLY, MAKE A PLAN AND WORK YOUR PLAN
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personal statements and Activities Chart). Search and apply for
scholarships throughout the school year. Start early!
Meet with your school counselor
Register for SAT or ACT if you are considering 4-year college
Check college and scholarship deadlines; check other scholarship
websites and the college(s) of your choice for scholarships
Attend College Night in Oregon event, sessions are held around the
state including Chemeketa Community College. Complete FAFSA
forecaster; Start early on OSAC application @
www.OregonStudentAid.gov
Attend any financial aid nights available such as College Nights in
Oregon (Chemeketa Community College hosts such an event on
Thursday, Nov. 13th)
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Use the FAFSA worksheet & submit your FAFSA as soon as possible after
January 1st. Website: www.fafsa.ed.gov
Attend CollegeGoal Oregon in January (www.CollegeGoalOregon.org) .
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Submit OSAC eApp for Early Bird priority review by Feb. 15th – you will
need to upload your high school transcript; Meet deadlines for college
applications and scholarships ; Final deadline to submit your OSAC eApp
is 3/1/15. Many scholarships are due in March and April.
College Planning checklist - Seniors
START EARLY, MAKE A PLAN AND WORK YOUR PLAN
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Decide which schools to attend and notify them.
Compare financial aid awards
Continue applying for scholarships.
LBCC Career Technical Education Open
House – Friday, Oct. 24, 4-7 PM
• What: Career Technical Education Open House. All of LBCC’s
• 2 year or less programs are participating!
• All the programs will be located in their own "home" area. The ATTC auto
center will be open along with the Lebanon Center and horse barn for
programs in these areas.
• Along with faculty for each program, current student and alumni should
also be in attendance.
• When: Friday, Oct 24 from 4 - 7 pm
• Who: Anyone interested in learning about LBCC Career Technical options!
Community members, counselors, high school teachers, parents, students
in high school or middle school!
• Are you planning fall college campus visits with your students?
• Consider bringing them and then visiting OSU Fall Preview day the next
day, Saturday, Oct 25. Visit LBCC and OSU all in the same weekend!
• Details at http://www.linnbenton.edu/cte
CAMPUS TOURS/FALL EVENTS
EASTERN OREGON
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April 3, 2015
DISCOVER YOUR FUTURE: Feb. 19, 2015
OREGON INSTITUTE
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For Spring 2015 dates, go to:
www.oit.edu/admissions/general-info/visit
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
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FALL PREVIEW: Oct. 10, 2014
BEAVER OPEN HOUSE: Oct. 25, 2014
For more event dates, go to: oregonstate.edu/visitosu
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY-CASCADES
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FALL PREVIEW: Oct. 24, 2014
COLLEGE 101: Dec. 11 or 12, 2014
SPRING PREVIEW: March 26, 2015
SUMMER PREVIEW: July 13, 2015
PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY
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BRIDGES: Nov. 14, 2014
TRANSFER STUDENT OPEN HOUSE: Dec. 2, 2014
VIKING VISITATION: Feb. 16, 2015
VIKING VISITATION: April 6, 2015
SOUTHERN OREGON UNIVERSITY
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2015
Feb. 13-14, 2015
SPRING PREVIEW: April 3, 2015
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
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DUCK DAYS: March and April, 2015
go to admissions.uoregon.edu/visit/events for exact dates
WESTERN OREGON UNIVERSITY
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SPRING VISIT 2014: April 23, 2014
For Spring 2015 dates, go to www.wou.edu/visit
SAT INFO FOR 2014-15 – REGISTER @ sat.org/register
TEST FEE: $52.50 – LATE REGISTRATION FEE IS AN ADDITIONAL $28.00
PICK UP A BROCHURE FROM HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELOR’S OFFICE
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ACT 2014-2015 INFORMATION
The 2014 ACT Test without Writing registration fee is $35, which includes sending your scores
to four colleges of your choice. If you want to take the optional ACT Writing test with the ACT,
your test fee goes up to $50.50. Most colleges require the Writing test. Check with school
counselor if you have questions.
ACT TEST DATE
REGISTRATION
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Aug. 8
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Oct. 25, 2014
Sept. 19
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Dec. 13, 2014
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Feb. 7, 2015
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April 18, 2015
March 13
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June 13, 2015
May 8
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College Planning Checklist-Juniors
September:
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Sign up for any courses for which you can receive college credit.
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Check out www.AspireOregon.org. This is an excellent website.
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Meet with your school counselor. Are you on track for graduation? Do you meet college admission requirements?
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Register to take the PSAT (approximate cost is $14)
October:
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Sign up to take the PSAT.
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Check dates and attend College visits and attend OSU College Visitation at JHS in the spring. Use online programs to search
for colleges, occupation sorting, and career exploration surveys (http://oregoncis.uoregon.edu for example); Attend
financial aid night if offered
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January:
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Attend campus preview days; Complete the FAFSA forecaster at www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov. Note: Your senior year is when
you complete the FAFSA but no sooner than January 1st in your senior year.
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Register for SAT or ACT
February/March:
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Begin to narrow down your list of colleges; List your school and community activities for college and scholarship
applications; Explore your financial aid options
April/May:
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Select challenging classes for your senior year; Take SAT or ACT; Look into volunteer or paid jobs for the summer
COLLEGE PAYS
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The typical bachelor’s degree recipient can expect to earn about 66% more throughout their career than
the typical high school graduate earns over the same period.*
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Parents and students sometimes think that federal assistance is available only to those struggling to make
ends meet and so bypass completing the FAFSA thinking that they earn too much to qualify. The federal
government is a great resource for anyone in search of cost-effective solutions to cover college expenses.
They do this in the form of grants, work-study and student loans and most students qualify for these
regardless of family income. In addition, many scholarship eligibility requirements include completion of
the FAFSA.
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The FAFSA (free application for federal student aid) is used to determine the financial aid package you’ll be
offered by the schools you are considering. The first step: complete the FAFSA as soon after January 1st
as possible at fafsa.ed.gov. Before that date, you can complete the fafsa forecasting @
fafsa4caster.ed.gov.
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* Source: The College Board, Education Pays 2010
FRIDAY A.T.T. (APPLY.TEST.TOUR) LBCC!
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1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
2-2:30
2:30 – 2:45
2:45 – 4:45
campus tour
college q&a
apply and pay fee
placement testing
THINGS TO BRING:
$30 application fee (cash, check or credit), photo ID; Friends/family and your questions.
Linn-Benton Community College
6500 Pacific Blvd. SW
Albany, or 97321
541-917-4811
www.linnbenton.edu
HELPFUL WEBSITES
General college Info
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www.collegeboard.com
www.AspireOregon.org
www.knowhow2go.org (4 Steps to College)
www.college.gov (Answers to common
questions about college)
www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov/guide
(Funding Education)
www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov/myfsa
(Take the “career finder” activity)
www.OregonOpportunities.gov
www.ed.gov/parents
www.chemeketa.edu
www.linnbenton.edu
www.ous.edu (viewbook for freshmen
and transfer students)
Scholarship and college information
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www.OregonStudentAid.gov
http://oregoncis.uoregon.edu
Gearup.ous.edu
http://www.eduregistry.org/
college registry for all 50 states
www.christianconnector.com
www.osac.state.or.us
www.fastweb.com
www.finaid.org
www.scholarships.com
http://studentaid.ed.gov
www.legion.org/needalift
www.bls.gov/oco (careers and their
earning potential)