CAREER GUIDANCE

WASHINGTON

► Washington State has six four-year public colleges:o University of Washingtono Washington State Universityo Western Washington Universityo The Evergreen State Collegeo Eastern Washington Universityo Central Washington University

► Washington State also has 34 community and technical colleges

► And there are 3,000+ public and private colleges around the country

► Research postsecondary programs based on your career interests

► Take courses and exams to meet the requirements

► Plan to visit colleges before senior year

► Apply during fall of senior year

Required for four-year public college and recommended for two-year college, students must have a MINIMUM of:

►College Academic Distribution Requirements (these are MORE than HS graduation requirements)

►2.0 minimum GPA

►Official SAT/ACT test scores sent directly to the college

The MINIMUM for a Washington State college or university

► In addition to academics, show colleges your interests and skills:o Join clubso Participate in activitieso Play a sporto Volunteer at school or in your

community

► Research colleges, programs, and financial aid:

o www.CheckOutACollege.como www.hecb.wa.govo www.CollegeBoard.orgo www.theWashboard.org

► Visit colleges

► Talk with college students

► Meet with your school counselor

► Plan your course schedule carefully

► Join activities, clubs, and sports teams

► Take required exams

► Research majors, careers, and financial aid

► Visit colleges

► Make a list of schools – then apply