Welcome to the guidance page. Here you'll find all kinds of useful
information regarding colleges and universities, as well as standardized
testing dates. If you'd like information
on available college scholarships, follow this link.
ACT Results
(Updated 9-10-09)
5 - YEAR SUMMARY RESULTS (2005-09)*
Score
Ranges |
Class
of 2005 |
% of
Students |
Class
of 2006 |
% of
Students |
Class
of 2007 |
% of
Students |
Class
of 2008 |
% of
Students |
Class
of 2009 |
% of
Students |
| 33-36 |
N/A |
-- |
0 |
0.00 |
1 |
1.16 |
4 |
4.30 |
0 |
0.00 |
| 29-32 |
N/A |
-- |
4 |
6.56 |
6 |
6.98 |
7 |
7.53 |
6 |
7.23 |
| 25-28 |
N/A |
-- |
13 |
21.31 |
15 |
17.44 |
21 |
22.58 |
14 |
16.87 |
| 21-24 |
N/A |
-- |
21 |
34.43 |
34 |
39.53 |
29 |
31.18 |
24 |
28.92 |
| 18-20 |
N/A |
-- |
20 |
32.79 |
22 |
25.58 |
24 |
25.81 |
25 |
30.12 |
| 12-17 |
N/A |
-- |
3 |
4.92 |
8 |
9.30 |
8 |
8.60 |
14 |
16.87 |
| No. Tested |
81 |
-- |
61 |
100.01 |
86 |
99.99 |
93 |
100.0 |
83 |
100.01 |
| Average Composite Score: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| ACA |
21.1 |
-- |
22.3 |
-- |
22.4 |
-- |
23.0 |
-- |
21.4 |
-- |
| Alabama |
20.2 |
-- |
20.2 |
-- |
20.3 |
-- |
20.4 |
-- |
20.3 |
-- |
| Nation |
20.9 |
-- |
21.1 |
-- |
21.2 |
-- |
21.1 |
-- |
21.1 |
-- |
*All ACA students are required to take the ACT in order to graduate.
Standardized Testing Dates 2010-2011
ACT (American College Testing)
| Test Date |
Registration Postmark Deadlines |
| Regular
Fee |
Regular
Fee plus Late Fee |
September 11, 2010 |
August 6, 2010 |
Aug. 7 - 20, 2010 |
| October 23, 2010 |
September 17, 2010 |
Sept. 18 - Oct. 1, 2010 |
December 11, 2010 |
November 5, 2010 |
Nov. 6 - 19, 2010 |
February 12, 2011 |
January 7, 2011 |
January 8 - 21, 2011 |
April 9, 2011 |
March 4, 2011 |
Mar. 5 - 18, 2011 |
June 11, 2010 |
May 6, 2011 |
May 7 - 20, 2011 |
SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test)
| Test Date |
Test(s) Available |
Registration Postmark Deadlines |
| Regular
Fee |
Late
Fee |
October 9, 2010 |
SAT and Subject Tests |
September 10, 2010 |
September 24, 2010 |
November 6, 2010 |
SAT and Subject Tests |
October 8, 2010 |
October 22, 2010 |
December 4, 2010 |
SAT and Subject Tests |
November 5, 2010 |
November 19, 2010 |
January 22, 2011 |
SAT and Subject Tests |
December 23, 2010 |
January 7, 2011 |
March 12, 2011 |
SAT ONLY |
February 11, 2011 |
February 25, 2011 |
May 7, 2011 |
SAT and Subject Tests |
April 8, 2011 |
April 22, 2011 |
June 4, 2011 |
SAT and Subject Tests |
May 6, 2011 |
May 20, 2011 |
Links to Popular Universities
Other University Links
Other Resources
· www.collegesource.org
This site includes a search engine capable of providing information
on 10,900 post-secondary institutions of higher learning in the United
States. Includes catalogs, profiles, and cyber-visits. It can be accessed
by ACA's students for free in the school library.
· www.stthomas.edu/academicsupport/helpful_study_skills_links.htm
Get the most out of school this year with the help of Study Guides and
Strategies. "How to" lessons deal with a variety of issues including
time management, taking notes, test preparation and writing skills.
· www.actstudent.org/
This site allows you to register for the ACT and try a few sample
questions.
· www.collegeboard.org
Use this site to search for scholarships, register for SAT I/II,
apply to selected colleges online and engage in other college planning
and related services.
· www.nationalmerit.org
This site gives information regarding the prestigious "National
Merit Scholarship Program." .
· www.sss.gov
This is the government site that allows you to register for
the Selective Service. All males must register on or before their eighteenth
birthday. If you do not register, you will be denied any and all federal
financial aid.
· www.ed.gov/parents/academic/involve/homework/index.html
· www.ed.gov/teachers/how/parents/homework-tips/edlite-index.html
These sites offer parents suggestions concerning how to help their
children with homework
COLLEGE INFO AND PREVIEW DATES
COLLEGE INFO - SEPTEMBER 2010
Seniors, You should:
- Apply to your colleges; request transcripts
- Take or retake the ACT: Regular registration deadline for the October
test is September 17; late registration is September 18-October 1,
2010.
- Check out this website for scholarships: www.meritaid.com
matches you with merit-based scholarships that reflect your special
accomplishments and interests
- Check out www.fastweb.com free
scholarship search for 600,000 scholarships worth $1 billion dollars.
You will receive automatic email updates on scholarships for which
you can apply.
- Check out www.cappex.com/scholarships
for another free scholarship search.
COLLEGE VISITS: (All Representatives
will be set up in the Coffee Shop during lunch)
- Troy University: Tuesday, September 7th
- Auburn University: Wednesday, September 8th
- Huntingdon College: Thursday, September 9th
- Freed-Hardeman University: Tuesday, September 14th (FHU will provide
Chick-Fil-A nuggets, chips and a cookie for you. You will have to
get your own drink.)
- UAB: Wednesday, September 15th
- Samford University: Monday, September 20th
- University of Montevallo: Wednesday, September 22nd
- Faulkner University: Thursday, September 23rd
- University of Alabama: Friday, September 24th
- Spring Hill College: Wednesday, September 29th
- Berry College: Thursday, September, 30th
- JUNIOR LEAGUE COLLEGE AND CAREER NIGHT:
Monday, September 20th at the Renaissance Convention Center
downtown from 6-8 p.m. There will be admission counselors not only
from area colleges and universities but also from other major universities
who can answer your questions about admission, financial aid, etc.
You will also receive a handbook that will tell you about scholarships,
grants, and loans for which you may apply this year.
- TROY UNIVERSITY CAMPUS FALL VISIT SCHEDULE: September
25th, October 16th, and November 6th. October 16th is a Trojan Day!
Schedule your visit by calling 1-800-551-9716 or by going to www.troy.edu
and select Prospective Students.
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SCHOLARSHIPS:
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NEW SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY FOR THOSE WHO
LOVE TO WRITE!!! Dr. Seuss’s OH, THE PLACES YOU’LL GO! COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
PROGRAM:
This scholarship recognizes a high school senior who understands,
values, and can write about the limitless possibilities that education
can offer with a scholarship award. One $5000 scholarship will be
awarded. Deadline to apply is February 15, 2010. See Mrs. Armstrong
for more information.
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COCA-COLA SCHOLARS PROGRAM:
www.coca-colascholars.org
Deadline to apply is Oct. 31, 2010 · Requirements: Must have a minimum
3.0 GPA (unweighted) at the end of the junior year. · Graduate in
the current academic year. · Rewards leadership and excellence as
exemplified through academic achievement and extracurricular activities.
· Awards 50 $20,000 scholarships and 200 $10,000 scholarships for
use at accredited colleges and universities with the U.S.
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DALE E. FRIDELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM:
Take a look at this web site: www.straightforwardmedia.com
for information about scholarships offered in the following: art,
nursing, teaching, business, engineering, law enforcement, law, media/communications,
medical, science, minority, etc. Scholarships are $1000 each and are
offered 4 times a year with deadlines on various dates beginning as
soon as August 31st.
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HORATIO ALGER ASSOCIATION:
Eligibility includes a strong commitment to pursue and complete a
bachelor’s degree, critical financial need ($50,000or less adjusted
gross income per family is preferred; if higher, an explanation must
be given, involvement in co-curricular and community activities, and
have at least a 2.0 GPA. Eight (8) $5000 scholarships will be awarded
in Alabama. Apply at www.horatioalger.org/scholarships/program.
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OUTSTANDING STUDENTS OF AMERICA:
$1000.00 scholarship; go to www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com for
application and additional info; deadline is October 10th.
COLLEGE INFO - APRIL
• Submit the FAFSA as soon as possible. Apply online for a
PIN at www.pin.ed.gov. Then
complete the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
• If you have not already decided on a university, explore the
offers you have received to help you make a decision.
• Plan a campus tour of any universities you are still considering.
• If you have decided where you are going to college, make sure
you make arrangements for housing if you are going to live on
campus.
• Scholarship offerings should begin coming in during March
and April.
• BE SURE TO GIVE ALL SCHOLARSHIP OFFERINGS TO MRS ARMSTRONG
AS SOON AS YOU RECEIVE THEM.
• Make sure you complete all financial aid applications if applicable.
• Keep your grades up! Offers can be and are rescinded for those
who think they can just “slide” the last three months of school.
Remember-Mrs. Armstrong has to send a copy of your final transcript
to the university you decided to attend.
New Scholarship Opportunities
• Greater Montgomery Homebuilders Women’s Council Scholarship:
$2000 scholarship for a senior planning to major in a building
related field. Deadline-April 19th.
• Alabama Restaurant Association-Kirk Kirkland Memorial
Scholarship: Students working toward a degree in the
field of hospitality, culinary, or food service management.
Required GPA-2.5. Deadline-May 1st.
• Capital City Kiwanis Foundation: Merit based
$2000 scholarship; student must have at least a 3.5 GPA and
at least a 28 ACT score. Deadline is April 15th so see Mrs.
Armstrong ASAP for an application.
• Will to Win Scholarship: Seniors who suffer
with asthma may be eligible to apply for this scholarship. Deadline
is April 30, 2010. See Mrs. Armstrong for more details and an
application.
COLLEGE INFO - MARCH
• Submit the FAFSA as soon as possible. Apply online for a
PIN at www.pin.ed.gov. Then
complete the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
• If you have not already decided on a university, explore the
offers you have received to help you make a decision.
• Plan a campus tour of any universities you are still considering.
• If you have decided where you are going to college, make sure
you make arrangements for housing if you are going to live on
campus.
• Scholarship offerings should begin coming in during March
and April.
• BE SURE TO GIVE ALL SCHOLARSHIP OFFERINGS TO MRS ARMSTRONG
AS SOON AS YOU RECEIVE THEM.
• Make sure you complete all financial aid applications if applicable.
• Keep your grades up! Offers can be and are rescinded for those
who think they can just “slide” the last three months of school.
Remember-Mrs. Armstrong has to send a copy of your final transcript
to the university you decided to attend.
New Scholarship Opportunities
• Alexander Everett Sanders Estate Scholarship:
$1000 cash scholarship offered to seniors planning to attend college.
One page essay and letters of recommendation are required. Deadline
is April 1st.
• Jackson Hospital Foundation Scholarships: 10-$1000
scholarships offered to seniors who plan to pursue careers in
nursing, imaging, medical technology, or a related field. Students
must have at least a 2.85 GPA to apply. Deadline: March 20th.
• The University of Alabama Alumni Association-Montgomery/Lowndes
County Chapter: Students from Montgomery or Lowndes County
who are enrolled at U of A for the fall of 2009 may apply. Deadline:
April 1st.
• Baptist Healthcare Foundation Scholarship:
If your parent or parents are employed by the Baptist Healthcare
system, you can apply for a scholarship.
See Mrs. Armstrong for an application. Deadline is March 31, 2009.
• Women’s Alabama Golf Association Scholarship:
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must meet the following
criteria: be in need of financial assistance to pursue a college
degree and have an ACT score of at least 22. Deadline is April
1, 2009. See Mrs. Armstrong for an application.
• U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program: 40
$1000 scholarships to be awarded. Apply online at www.usbank.com.
Deadline is March 31, 2010.
COLLEGE INFO – FEBRUARY 2010
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If needed, register to take
the April 10th ACT. Regular registration deadline is March 5th;
late registration deadline is March 19th.
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Register for a PIN so that
you can complete and sign the Free Application for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA) online at www.pin.ed.gov.
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File the FAFSA as soon as
possible (most universities designate March 1 as their FAFSA priority
date); apply online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
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Keep copies of everything
you send.
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Apply to colleges by the
priority financial aid deadlines to get the most attractive award
package. (If you do not know the priority deadline for the college
you are going to attend, be sure to contact the Financial Aid
department for information).
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Make sure the schools to
which you have applied have all the documentation they require.
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Inform Mrs. Armstrong if
she needs to send mid-year transcripts to any of your colleges/universities.
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Watch for all new scholarship
offerings.
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If you need more financial
aid, try your church and/or your parents' employers.
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Looking for more scholarship
money? Sign onto www.fastweb.com
for scholarships tailored to fit you
Scholarship Opportunities
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Montgomery Military
Officers Association Scholarship: $5000 scholarship;
students must have at least a 3.0 GPA and exhibit excellent character
and personal qualities. Applicants must obtain three letters of
recommendation and must write a personal essay explaining why
they want the scholarship. Pressing financial need will be considered.
Deadline: April 15, 2010.
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Maxwell-Gunter Officers'
Spouses Club Scholarship: Applicants must be a legal
dependent of a U.S. military officer or enlisted person (active
or reserve) assigned to Maxwell-Gunter or stationed at a remote
location, dependent of retired personnel living in the Montgomery
area, or dependent of deceased military personnel. See Mrs. Armstrong
for application. Deadline: Postmarked on or before February 26,
2010.
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American Society
of Civil Engineers Scholarship: If you plan to enroll
in civil engineering in college, see Mrs. Armstrong for this scholarship
opportunity. Deadline: February 18.
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KFC Colonel's Scholarship:
Online applications available from Jan. 1 to Feb. 15 at www.kfcscholars.org.
You must be enrolling in an Alabama college or university, have
at least a 2.75 GPA, and demonstrate financial need.
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Jackson Hospital
Foundation Scholarships: If you are going to pursue a
degree in nursing, imaging, medical technology, or a related medical
field, Jackson Hospital is offering 10 $1,000 scholarships. See
Mrs. Armstrong if you are interested. Deadline is Friday, March
20 by 5 p.m.
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Max 4 Kids Scholarship:
MAX Credit Union will award 10 $2000 scholarships to eligible
high school seniors who meet the following criteria: the student
must be a MAX Credit Union member and must have a GPA of at least
3.0. See Mrs. Armstrong for an application or go online to www.mymax.com.
Deadline is March 12, 2010.
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Central Alabama Electric
Cooperative Scholarship: If your parents pay their electric
bill to Central Alabama Electric Cooperative, you can apply for
this scholarship. To obtain an application, call Mrs. Tiffany
Trueblood at 351-2125. Deadline is March 12, 2010.
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U.S. Bank Internet
Scholarship Program: 40 $1000 scholarships to be awarded.
Apply online at www.usbank.com.
Deadline is March 31, 2010.
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Women's Alabama Golf
Association: $2500 renewable scholarship offered to senior
girls who have shown evidence of academic excellence, leadership,
good citizenship, sportsmanship, and community involvement. Deadline
is April 1, 2010. See Mrs. Armstrong for an application. (You
do not have to play golf to apply for this scholarship.)
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University of Alabama
Scholarships: If you are attending Alabama in the fall,
see Mrs. Armstrong for 9 new scholarship offerings. Deadline is
April 1, 2010.
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American Legion Auxiliary
Scholarship: Criteria: Student must be a legal resident
of Alabama; must be the son/grandson/great-grandson or daughter/granddaughter
of a veteran who served his/her country during times of war. See
Mrs. Armstrong for an application. (There are some restrictions
on these scholarships based on the student's choice of college
or university.) Deadline April 1st and May 1st.
COLLEGE INFO - JANUARY 2010
- If needed, register for the February 6th ACT. Late
registration is January 6-15.
- Be aware of deadlines for scholarship applications!
- Complete admissions procedures for your top college choices.
- If you need letters of reference for your applications,
be sure to ask your references well in advance of the deadline.
If you know, tell your references (teacher, youth minister,
coach, etc.) what kind of information is needed in the letter
of reference. Reference the information I gave you in your
senior notebook.
- Send thank you notes to those people who take the time to
write letters of reference for you.
- Mail all applications, or give them to Mrs. Armstrong, who
will mail them for you, including a copy of your transcript
with the applications.
- Be sure to take all college acceptance letters and scholarship
offerings to Mrs. Armstrong for your senior file.
- Register for a PIN so you can complete and sign the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.pin.ed.gov.
- File the FAFSA at www.fafsa.ed.gov
ASAP after January 1.
COLLEGE VISITS:
- University of Montevallo: Wednesday, January
14th; Coffee shop during lunch
SCHOLARSHIPS:
- Max4Kids Scholarship Program: Requirements:
the applicant must be a MAX Credit Union member and must have
a GPA of at least 3.0.Application deadline
March 12, 2010.See Mrs. Armstrong for information.
- Sam Walton Community Scholarship: A non-renewable
$1000 award for the first year of undergraduate study at an
approved college or university. If interested, go to the following
website for general guidelines:www.walmartfoundation.org. Deadline
is January 29, 2010.
- Burger King Scholars Program: Requirements:high
school senior with a GPA of 2.5 or higher; must work 15 hours
per week at any job (doesn't have to be Burger King); must demonstrate
financial need. Go to www.bk.com/scholars
to apply.
- NextSTEP College Prep Magazine: Go to www.nextSTEPmag.com/WinFreeTuition
to enter the scholarship contest for up to $20,000 in free college
tuition
- KFC Colonel's Scholarship: Online applications
available from December 1, 2009 to February 10, 2010 at www.kfcscholars.org.
You must be enrolling in an Alabama college or university, have
at least a 2.75 GPA, and demonstrate financial need.
- Best Buy Scholarships: 1,000 scholarships
of $1,500 each will be awarded. Apply at www.bestbuy.com/scholarships;
deadline is February 15.
- Lucille Lawthorn Richie Scholarship: Offered
to African-American students; if interested in applying, make
reservations by calling and leaving your name, address, and
phone number at 334-613-9699 or by emailing the info to llrscholarship08@yahoo.com.
- Central Alabama Electric Cooperative: Two
$500 scholarships will be awarded by the Electric Cooperative
Foundation. Applicants must be dependents of CAEC members.
Contact Tiffany Trueblood at 334-351-2125 or email ttrueblood@coop.caec.com. Deadline
is March 12, 2010.
- U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program: 40
$1000 scholarships to be awarded.Apply online at www.usbank.com. Deadline is March 31, 2010.
- Body by Milk Sammy Awards: Athletes can win
a $7500 college scholarship, a trip to Disney World,
and a spot in a special Milk Mustache ad to run in
USA Today. Go to www.bodybymilk.com
for more information and application.(This is an AWESOME website.)
- Central Alabama Community Foundation Scholarships:
Several scholarships are offered from this foundation for Montgomery
County residents.See Mrs. Armstrong for more information.
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