Recommended High School Courses
High school students should enroll in college preparatory classes as freshmen and continue to take them through the senior year. To be most prepared for the ACT and SAT exams and for college-level work, it is recommended that high school class schedules include the following:
- Four or more years of mathematics
- Four or more years of English or literature
- Two to three years of laboratory science
- Two years of history or government
- Two or more years of foreign language
AP/IB Classes
We strongly encourage you to enroll in AP (Advanced Placement) or IB (International Baccalaureate) classes where available. Students who take these courses will receive extra value in the admissions process when applying to any CES school and will also receive college credit based on AP and IB end-of-year test scores. Research has shown that students who take these college prep courses are better prepared for the rigors of college.
Remember to do your very best in all your classes at school. Your grades are not only a reflection of your level of knowledge, but they also show colleges the amount of effort you are willing to put into schoolwork.
Seminary Attendance
Attend seminary. Seminary attendance, beginning in the 9th grade, is strongly encouraged by the admissions offices at Church colleges and universities. Seminary will give you gospel knowledge and insights that will be invaluable in college and beyond. In addition, seminary attendance will help to prepare you for the secular and religious study you will encounter in college and at institutes of religion.
Extracurricular Activities
Spend your time wisely. Find activities outside of school that will help you to grow and build on your interests. Get involved in a variety of services opportunities, athletics, work, clubs, organizations, and leadership. Many college admission offices give special consideration to students who have played a key role in activities outside of class.
Financial Preparation
Begin developing a plan to pay for college. It is not too early to begin planning to pay for college. Learn about the costs of college attendance and begin developing a financial plan with those who will be involved in paying for your education.
Click here to learn more about Financing College.
Upcoming Deadlines:
February 1, 2008:
Application Deadline for Fall Semester 2007
Quote:
"Talent hits a target no one else can hit; Genius hits a target no one else can see."
—Arthur Schopenhauer
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