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CAREER GUIDANCE
WASHINGTON
► Washington State has six four-year public colleges:o University of Washingtono Washington State Universityo Western Washington Universityo The Evergreen State Collegeo Eastern Washington Universityo Central Washington University
► Washington State also has 34 community and technical colleges
► And there are 3,000+ public and private colleges around the country
► Research postsecondary programs based on your career interests
► Take courses and exams to meet the requirements
► Plan to visit colleges before senior year
► Apply during fall of senior year
Required for four-year public college and recommended for two-year college, students must have a MINIMUM of:
►College Academic Distribution Requirements (these are MORE than HS graduation requirements)
►2.0 minimum GPA
►Official SAT/ACT test scores sent directly to the college
The MINIMUM for a Washington State college or university
► In addition to academics, show colleges your interests and skills:o Join clubso Participate in activitieso Play a sporto Volunteer at school or in your
community
► Research colleges, programs, and financial aid:
o www.CheckOutACollege.como www.hecb.wa.govo www.CollegeBoard.orgo www.theWashboard.org
► Visit colleges
► Talk with college students
► Meet with your school counselor
► Plan your course schedule carefully
► Join activities, clubs, and sports teams
► Take required exams
► Research majors, careers, and financial aid
► Visit colleges
► Make a list of schools – then apply