Testing Information:

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        ACT

        http://www.act.org

        SAT

        http://www.collegeboard.org 

        Most colleges require either the American College Test (ACT) or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) for admission.

        PLAN

        All Sophomores may take the PLAN exam in October.

        PSAT/NMSQT

        (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test). - This test (Practice SAT) is designed to test the verbal and mathematical skills of students. This test is taken during the junior year in preparation for the SAT. National Merit Scholarships are available if the student"s junior level scores qualify him/her to be a Finalist. We are encouraging our college-bound juniors to take the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) This assessment offers practice for the SAT, opportunities for scholarships, and information about reading and math skills needed for success in college. NCCISD students or home schooled students eligible to attend school in the district, should register for the test now by contacting the school counselor. The test is offered free of charge to all NCCISD students who wish to take it, but students must register in advance so enough testing booklets will be available on the testing date. Besides the actual test scores, the assessment report will contain information about college majors, with a list of high school courses, related interests and skills, and associated careers. For further information, contact school counselor,

        ASVAB

        The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery is available to students in grades 11&12. It measures aptitudes and abilities and relates them to specific occupations in civilian and military life. Students are strongly encouraged to take this test to help them make wise career choices. This test is given in the fall.

      Guidance & Counseling Useful Website Links:

      • ACT

        The ACT is a national college admissions examination that consists of subject area tests in: English , Mathematics, Reading, and Science. The ACT Plus Writing includes the four subject area tests plus a 30-minute Writing Test. ACT results are accepted by all four-year colleges and universities in the U.S.

        http://www.actstudent.org
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      • ACT Preparation

        http://www.chegg.com/test-prep/act
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      • ApplyTexas

        Admissions and scholarships applications for Texas institutions of higher education.

        http://www.applytexas.org
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      • College Board

        The College Board seeks to ensure that every student in the United States has access to a high-quality education and is prepared to succeed in college. Our College Readiness initiatives promote curricula, assessment tools, district and guidance resources that help K-12 students prepare for the academic rigors of higher education. Including: SAT, PSAT, AP, CLEP, and much more.

        http://www.collegeboard.org
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      • College for All Texans

        CollegeForAllTexans.com was launched in 2001 as a portal for students and parents to get information about going to college in Texas.

        http://www.collegefortexans.com/
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      • FAFSA on the Web

        Federal Student Aid is responsible for managing the student financial assistance programs authorized under Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965. These programs provide grants, loans, and work-study funds to students attending college or career school.

        http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
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      • Fast Web

        Fastweb is an online resource for paying for and preparing for school. It has scholarships for every type of student from the high school freshmen to the returning adult.
        http://www.fastweb.com/
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      • FinAid on the Web

        FinAid was established in the fall of 1994 as a public service. This award-winning site has grown into the most comprehensive source of student financial aid information, advice and tools on or off the web.

        http://www.finaid.org/
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      • Go College Website

        GoCollege.com is one of the oldest and most trusted resources to guide students on how to finance and succeed in college.

        http://www.gocollege.com/
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      • National Center for Educational Statistics

        The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) is the primary federal entity for collecting and analyzing data related to education.

        https://nces.ed.gov/
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      • NCAA - College Athletics

        Founded more than one hundred years ago as a way to protect student-athletes, the NCAA continues to implement that principle with increased emphasis on both athletics and academic excellence.

        http://ncaa.org
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      • O*Net O nline

        O*NET OnLine has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, researchers, and more!

        https://www.onetonline.org/
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      • Occupational Outlook Handbook

        U.S. Department of Labor

        Bureau of Labor Statistics

        The OOH can help you find career information on duties, education and training, pay, and outlook for hundreds of occupations.

        http://www.bls.gov/ooh/
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      • SAT Preparation

        http://www.chegg.com/test-prep/sat
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      • TEA - Special Education

        An information site for parents.  It provides parents with information concerning the resources available to them for their students.  

        https://tea.texas.gov/texassped/
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      • Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

        The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board provides leadership and coordination for the Texas higher education system.
        http://www.thecb.state.tx.us/
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      • TexQuest Portal

        https://www.galepages.com/texquest2/resources
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      • U.S. Department of Education - College Scorecard

        U.S. Department of Education website that compares schools by size, ldegrees available, size, religious affiliation, profit vs. non-profit, and more.

        https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/
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      • US Dept. of Education - Student Aid on the Web

        Federal Student Aid, a part of the U.S. Department of Education, is the largest provider of student financial aid in the nation.

        https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/
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      • XAP

        Through this site students explore career and education options, then track their progress as they create successful plans.  (Formerly: Bridges.com)
        https://access.bridges.com
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