Testing and Post Secondary Education Information

ACT Test Prep : Sample Tests on line–Free!
ACT/SAT Prep from Number2.com
ACT test dates Registration deadlines etc…
ACT Registration on-line  Register on-line (NOTE:  Registration forms are available in Guidance.)
SAT Test Prep:  Sample questions
SAT dates Registration deadlines etc…
Register for the SAT  Register on-line (NOTE:  Registration forms are available in Guidance.)
Tips for Dealing with Test Anxiety
College Search (College Board)
College Search-ACT
College Search (Collegeview)
College Search (From FastWeb)
Brain Track (colleges by career)
Tennessee Board of Regents  Links to Tennessee Board of Regents Schools (ETSU, TN TECH, MTSU, Roane State, Pellissippi State, Technology Centers…)
College homepages  Links to homepages of colleges throughout the United States–alphabetical listing
Virtual College Tours , College Planning, Scholarship Search – eCampusTours  You can search for colleges & then take a virtual tour + more!
Free PSAT Prep Live: Register today to gain instant access to online resources for the PSAT. Live lessons begin September 23rd. Register at http://www.kaptest.com/psatpreplive

Scholarships / Financial Aid

Tennessee Lottery Scholarships–Details on Tennessee Lottery Scholarships
TSAC Scholarships–Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation Scholarship info
East Tennessee Foundation – Scholarships
FastWeb Scholarship Search
College-Scholarships.com
Scholarships.com search
CollegeXpress – a free college-planning website for anyone who needs help navigating the college search and application process, financial aid opportunities, and more.
FAFSA  Federal Application for Federal Student Aid  (You must do this to qualify for a lottery scholarship!)
Register for a pin for your FAFSA  (You can do this anytime!)
Financial Aid Information
ACT Financial Aid Need estimator
Pay for College (tips from the College Board)
NCAA Clearinghouse Information   You must register to be eligible to play at a Division I or II school
Geneseo Migrant Center Scholarships offered to migrant students
VFW Auxiliary VFW Auxiliary’s Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest
Society of Women Engineers Society of Women Engineers Scholarship Program
Diabetes Scholars Foundation Scholarship program available to incoming freshman with type 1 diabetes
Rotary Club Four Way Test Speech Contest – Registration is NOW OPEN!
Women in STEM Study.com Scholarship A $500 award will be given to a female student pursuing any associate’s or bachelor’s degree program emphasizing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics). Women are historically underrepresented in STEM professions, and Study.com wishes to promote more interest and opportunity for women in these fields of study. Areas of study that will be considered include science, technology, engineering, mathematics, engineering technology, and computer science, among others. (Deadline: April 1, 2018)
Women in Science Study.com Scholarship A $500 award will be given to a female student pursuing any associate’s or bachelor’s degree program in science, biology, physical science, social science, chemistry, or physics. Study.com hopes to promote both educational opportunities and achievement for women in science. An emphasis on academic success will be used to select the scholarship winner. (Deadline: April 1, 2018)
Women in Engineering Study.com Scholarship:A $500 award will be given to a female student pursuing any associate’s or bachelor’s degree program in an engineering related field of study. Study.com wants to assist in furthering the educational opportunities of women in engineering. Areas of study that will be considered include engineering, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, engineering technology, bioengineering, biomedical engineering, energy engineering, environmental engineering, chemical engineering, and architectural engineering among others.(Deadline: April 1, 2018)
Study.com Scholarship for Hispanics The Study.com Scholarship for Hispanics provides a $500 academic award to a student of Hispanic descent who is pursuing their undergraduate college degree. At Study.com, our mission is to make education accessible, and with this scholarship we hope to bring historically underrepresented students access to a quality education. (Deadline: April 1, 2018)
Study.com Scholarship for African Americans  The Study.com Scholarship for African Americans provides a $500 academic award to a student of African American descent who is pursuing their undergraduate college degree. At Study.com, our mission is to make education accessible, and with this scholarship we hope to bring historically underrepresented students access to a quality education.(Deadline: April 1, 2018)
SeniorAdvisor.com: Future of Assisted Living Scholarship Three $2,000 scholarships available to students enrolled in an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree or graduate level program at an accredited 2-year college or 4-year university. Each eligible student must submit a 500-750 word essay response to the question: How can your major of study improve the lives of seniors in assisted living facilities in your town? Deadline is December 31, 2017. Scholarship award recipients will be announced January 31, 2018.
Essay topic and scholarship details can be found on the SeniorAdvisor.com Assisted Living page.  This is an annual scholarship and will be offered every year.
Stop Texting & Driving Scholarship The law firm of Raybin & Weissman offer an annual scholarship contest to Stop Texting and Driving. High school juniors, seniors, and full-time college students will create videos that help in the fight against distracted driving and needless car accident injuries. A total of three $1,000 scholarships will be awarded: one to the best video entry from Davidson County (TN), one to the best entry from the state of TN, and one to the best entry from the entire US. Deadline for entry is April 2, 2018.
Award: $1,000 each
Deadline: April 2, 2018
Website: https://www.nashvilletnlaw.com/scholarship/
Contact: David Weissman, Injury Attorney
Contact Phone: 615-256-6666
Wendy’s High School Heisman Once again, Wendy’s® High School Heisman® is awarding a total of $150,000 in scholarships to the nation’s most accomplished scholar-athletes. With winners from every school, 100 State Winners, 10 National Finalists, and 2 National Winners, graduating seniors have lots of ways to join the ranks of more than 600,000 past winners—including several of our school’s very own. See your Counselor for consideration. Phase 1 of your application must be completed and submitted by October 2, 2017 at 3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET.
The American Legion Oratorical Contest By writing and presenting an original speech focusing on the United States Constitution, the competitors can “earn” needed education money and develop a deep appreciation and knowledge of our country’s guiding document. The student who wins the 2018 State Contest will advance the National Contest with a chance to win $18,000, $16,000 or $14,000 in Scholarships. Deadline: January 9th, 2018
Horatio Alger Association If integrity and courage describe you – you have what it takes to be a Horatio Alger Scholar. Our scholarships reward students who possess the character to succeed in life. We help students overcome the financial barriers of pursuing higher education. To qualify, you must have at least a 2.0 GPA and require financial assistance to attend college. To learn more and apply, visit scholars.horatioalger.org. Deadline: October 25th, 2017
The Levine Scholars Program (UNC Charlotte)
The program seeks outstanding high school seniors who demonstrate evidence of experience, motivation and commitment toward the ideals of the Levine Scholars Program. Requirements include:

  • Students must be applicants for freshman enrollment at UNC Charlotte in a baccalaureate program for the fall term immediately following their high school graduation. Students must be admitted to UNC Charlotte to receive a Levine Scholarship.
  • Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
  • Students must demonstrate a commitment to community service, hold an academic record that reflects a sustained passion for knowledge, and possess a capacity for ethical leadership that elevates fellow students to a higher standard.
  • While there are no minimum SAT, ACT or grade point averages to apply for the Levine Scholarship, students must excel academically and show evidence of experience, motivation and commitment toward the ideals of the program.

The average and middle-50 percent ranges for our 2017 finalists:

SAT
Mid-50 (two-part): 1350-1400
Average (two-part): 1397
ACT
Mid-50: 29-33
Average: 31
GPA
Average (weighted): 4.74
Average (unweighted): 3.9
 Deadline: October 8th, 2017
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards The Scholastic Awards partners with organizations to offer students Special Awards: special opportunities to receive additional scholarships for works in certain categories or dealing with particular themes.
William H. and Elizabeth Gray Danforth Scholars Program at Washington University: We seek candidates for the Danforth Scholars program who have exhibited leadership in service, as well as academic excellence, and who will embrace the challenges of a rigorous academic curriculum. We are especially interested in students who exhibit qualities that embody the essence of the Danforths – Maturity, strong moral character, selflessness, a passion for helping others, and a commitment to the community. To get more information and to receive an application packet see your Counselor by Oct. 25th for a recommendation.
Park Scholarships – NC State University – Candidates must apply for admission to NC State and must also complete the Park Scholarships application – which is housed in the NC State’s wolfPAW system – by October 15 of their senior year. To access the Park Scholarships application, candidates must either be endorsed by their high schools by October 1 or must self -endorse. To be eligible for the Park Scholarships, candidates must be United States citizens or permanent residents and be applying for fall, first-year admission into a baccalaureate program at NC State. For additional information, visit the Park Scholarships website.
DKG Scholarship- Our local chapter of DKG awards an annual $1,000 scholarship to a female senior student that is interested in education. Please stop by the Counseling Office for a copy of the application or email Mrs. Morris (amorris@ortn.edu) or Ms. Mullins (Kmullins@ortn.edu) to receive an electronic application. Deadline to apply is May 16th.
Ron Brown Scholar Program – The Ron Brown Scholar Program seeks to identify students who will make significant contributions to society. Applicants must excell academically, show exceptional leadership potential and make an impact on their communities through service to others.
Each year, 20 or more students are designated Ron Brown Scholars and receive $10,000 annually for four years, for a total of $40,000. The recipients may use the need and merit-based scholarships to attend any four-year accredited college/university within the United States. Ron Brown scholarships are not limited to any specific field or career objective and may be used to pursue ant academic discipline.
To be eligible, applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, Black/African American and current High School Seniors at the time of their application. Applicants should demonstrate academic achievement, exhibit leadership ability, participate in community service activities and have demonstrated financial need. Application Deadline: The Ron Brown Scholar Program currently has two deadlines for applications: November 1 (postmarked)- application will be given early consideration for the Ron Brown Scholar Program. January 9 (postmarked)- final deadline in order to be considered for the Ron Brown Scholar Program. For further information, please contact:
Ron Brown Scholar Program
1160 Pepsi Place, Suite 206
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Phone: 434-964-1588
fax: 434-964-1589
Email: info@ronbrown.org
Website: www.ronbrown.org
QuestBridge National College Match – QuestBridge is a nationally recognized nonprofit that connects high-achieving, low-income students to full four-year scholarships at the nation’s best colleges, including Stanford, Yale, MIT, Amherst, and Duke. All of QuestBridge’s 39 college partners are commited to making college affordable, and they partner with QuestBridge to find outstanding students to join their campus communities. For more information and to apply visit www.questbridge.org. Deadline: September 27th.

College Summer/Study Programs

Miami University Summer Scholars Program – Oxford, OH. Spend two weeks this summer at one of the nation’s top universities! For questions visit MiamiOH.edu/summerscholars, or email summerscholars@MiamiOH.edu. You may also call 513-529-2531. Deadline to apply: May 1st.
Stanford – Pre-Collegiate Studies. For students in Grades 7-12.
American University – School of Communication – Summer 2018 Discover the world of Communication! American University offers high school students an extraordinary opportunity to explore the field of communication in a dynamic university setting through the Discover the World of Communication summer program in Washington, D.C. Students have the opportunity to script, shoot and edit a film, documentary or a public service announcement campaign. They may also choose to build a portfolio of masterful photographs, broadcast sports from the press box, write compelling news stories or develop their voice through flash fiction writing. Students may register for two or four week session, and live on campus or commute locally. These hands-on experiential workshops run Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Each evening and on weekends, the students living on campus explore Washington, D.C. guided by our personally selected program and teaching assistants. If you have any questions or would like additional information or brochures, please contact us at 202-885-2098 or by email at audiscover@american.edu.
Brandeis University – Brandeis University is looking for motivated and academically talented high-school students eager to take things to the next level this summer.
Genesis precollege programs are hands-on, immersive experiences that give students the chance to work with world-class faculty, develop leadership skills, and learn within the traditional Brandeis framework of social justice and Jewish values. Students will encounter ideas and perspectives that will challenge, engage and prepare them for a lifetime of inquiry and Jewish community-building. To be considered for nomination please schedule and appointment with your ORHS Counselor.

College Visits/Events

Carnegie Mellon University – Fall 2017 Visit Information – The ideal time to visit is March through November. We also offer seniors the opportunity to attend Turn Tartan Overnight, which begins on a Sunday and lasts until Monday afternoon. You’ll have the opportunity to attend classes and information sessions, and meet current students, faculty and staff. Register for a visit on admission.enrollment.cmu.edu/pages/visit
Carson-Newman University – Campus Visit Events 2017-2018: Eagle Experience (Oct. 31, 2017; March 20, 2018; April 10, 2018) – Showcase Saturday (Sept. 23, 2017; Nov. 11,2017; Feb. 24, 2018) Sign up today! Visit cn.edu/visit; call 800-678-9061/email visit@cn.edu.
Mississippi State – Fall Preview Days (Oct. 9 & 23, Nov. 13) Registration will go live on September 7th at 9am.
Christian College Fair – Free admission. October 17th, 2017 6:30-8:30pm. Located at the Concord Christian School, 11704 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN. ChristianCollegeFairs.com, 260-356-5211
Tennessee State University: Knoxville Recruitment Reception 2017: Meet and Greet with the Recruitment team to talk about admissions, academic majors, financial aid, and scholarships. High School Seniors should bring official copies of their high school transcripts and ACT/SAT scores for On the Spot Admissions. Register Here: https://goo.gl/eaaTZH

DATE:
Thursday,  October 26th, 2017
TIME:
Check-in – 05:00 PM ET
Begins – 06:00 PM ET
Ends – 08:00 PM ET

                                                                                                                      Location:

Hilton Garden Inn Knoxville West/Cedar Bluff
Address:
216 Peregrine Way
Knoxville, TN 37922

University of Dayton – There’s no question that the best way for students to determine whether a college is a good fit is to see it firsthand. Your students and their families are invited to see if the University of Dayton is where they belong during an open house Sept. 10, Oct. 1 or Nov. 5.
Ithaca College – Visit Ithaca College in Ithaca, New York! Now’s the perfect time to plan a trip to Ithaca. Come to one of our open house events to tour our campus, talk to the people who live and learn here, and imagine your life as a student at IC.
Dates: Saturday, September 23rd; Monday, October 9th; Saturday, October 28th; Friday, November 10th; Saturday, April 28th. Register at my.ithaca.edu
Franklin & Marshall College – On select Saturdays during the fall semester, the Office of Admission is open to visitors. All Saturday Open Houses include a student-led campus tour, a panel discussion featuring F&M faculty and students, and a complimentary lunch in the dining hall for you and your guests. Choose from one of four dates: Saptember 23rd, October 14th, October 21st, November 11th. Registration Information: 877-678-9111 or go.fandm.edu

Career Information

TCIDS: Tennessee Career Information Delivery System—Great Site!
Career browser from College Board
Princeton Review career quiz
Act Career Planning Center
Career Center (from Collegeview)
Occupational Outlook Handbook  Information about hundreds of careers.
Military Career Guide
Planning your Dreams–Tennessee Career Center from KUDER

Career Interest Inventories

The Career Key
Keirsey Temperament Sorter
ACT career planning tips Information from ACT to help you understand your interests, abilities & preferences
Planning your Dreams/Kuder Career Assessments