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University of WyomingAdmissions
THE PATH TO COLLEGE
Quick factsWelcome to your future It’s your choiceTest your knowledgeAdmissions awarenessHathaway Invest in yourselfResourcesStep by stepReach new heights
OUR TRAIL TODAY
2010 U.S. Census- Earn 60% more with a bachelor’s degree than high school diploma.
In a lifetime- Earning potential is $1.1 million with a college degree. A Master’s degree earning potential is $2 million.
ACTstudent.com- By 2028 there will be 19 million more jobs for educated workers than there are qualified workers.
QUICK FACTS
What’s your preference? Future Career
Major Research
Accreditation Location
In-state Out of state
School Size Large Small
Campus Life Clubs Sports Entertainment Travel
WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE
University (4 yr.)Community College (2 yr.)Technical Public vs. Private
IT'S YOUR CHOICE
ACT (Composite is the average score) English Mathematics Reading Science Writing (typically optional)
SAT Reading Math Writing (typically optional)
Check admissions standards to understand how that school uses your test scores.
TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE
ApplicationApplication fee might be requiredTranscripts (GPA requirement)Test Scores (Score requirement)AP Scores or College Credit TranscriptsEssay may be requiredReference Letters may be required
ADMISSIONS AWARENESS
GPA and Test Score Basic application Cumulative high school GPA ACT/SAT scores
Highest vs. most recent score Writing or subject sections
Holistic Application GPA ACT/SAT Scores Essay Letters of recommendation Interview process
APPLICATION TYPE
HATHAWAY
Federal Student Aid1. Get FREE info:
1. School counselor2. Financial Aid Office3. U.S. Department of Education
2. Create a PIN3. Collect documents
1. W-2 form2. Income/tax records
4. Complete the FAFSA5. Review your SAR and EFC6. Contact financial Aid office if you have questions
INVEST IN YOURSELF
1. Grants2. Work
Study3. Loans
Scholarships Explore beginning of senior year for requirements and
deadlines Maintain a high GPA Take advanced courses Study Take ACT/SAT also consider the pre-tests Get involved in activities and sports APPLY!
INVEST IN YOURSELF
CLICKABLE RESOURCES
STEP BY STEP
