The school counseling program at Tech Valley High School is committed to supporting all students’ academic, personal/social and career development through a caring environment. Here you will find resources, links and information regarding college entrance testing, college in the high school and college application.
Virtual College Events
Check out this document for a list of virtual college events
Upcoming Testing Dates
All tests are administered at home district.
SAT: Fee $47.50 (with writing $64.50)
www.collegeboard.org
November 2 (register by 10/3)
December 7 (register by 11/8)
ACT: Fee $50.50 (with writing $67.00)
www.act.org
December 14 (register by 11/8)
Register online for both tests. You must upload a clear photo. Please follow the requirements for photo upload as it will print on the student’s ticket. Use school code 334-898. Fee waivers are available. Please see Mrs. Lee.
College Application Timeline
July/August:
- Register to take the SAT /ACT in September
- Research colleges
- Look at topics for college essay in Common Application
September:
- Sign up for college visits @ TVHS
- Add colleges to Naviance
- Create an account on the common app
- Attend Financial Aid Night at TVHS
- Start college essay
October:
- Sign up to meet with Mrs. Lee
- Ask teachers for letters of recommendation in person and through Naviance
- FAFSA opens 10/1. Start filling this out.
- Retake SAT/ACT if needed
November:
SAT Information
The SAT is an entrance exam used to make admissions decisions by most colleges and university. It is multiple-choice, pencil-and-paper test administered by The College Board. The test measures a high school student’s readiness for college and provides colleges with one common data point that can be used to compare all applicants.
The SAT is administered several times throughout the year. Register to take the SAT at The College Board
ACT Information
The ACT is an entrance exam used to make admissions decisions by most colleges and university. It is multiple-choice, pencil-and-paper test administered by ACT, Inc. The test measures a high school student’s readiness for college and provides colleges with one common data point that can be used to compare all applicants.
The ACT is administered several times throughout the year. Register online at www.act.org
The Common Application
The Common Application is a not-for-profit, member organization committed to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. This one application is accepted by more than 800 colleges. Visit The Common Application Website to learn more and to fill out the application.