Georgia Technical Colleges & High-Value Career Pathways by Alicia Walker
Info & Resources for Seniors
Scholarship Resources
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Newton County Local Scholarships
Click one of the links below to access resources for Scholarships: |
Includes tips and resources for finding scholarships.
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Scholarship Search Engine
Us the Going Merry scholarship search engine to:
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SAT/ACT Fee Waivers are ONLY available for students who have been approved for the federal Free/Reduced Lunch Program.
Letters of Recommendation: Create a Brag Sheet & Resume
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*** Click here for a Sample Resume *** |
Official Transcript Requests
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In-State
• Request your transcript via GAFutures.org 
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Out-of-State
• If you're using an online common application you simply need to add your counselor as a "Recommender". The website will end them an email and they will upload your transcript to your profile. Some of the most common online services that students use are: |
Unofficial Transcripts
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Click the picture on the left in order to find your unofficial transcript and check your cumulative HS GPA.
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College Application Platforms
You can always apply to your college of choice via the college's website, but below are a few online platforms that students often use to apply to multiple colleges. You might also be able to request a fee waiver via the websites below.
GA Futures
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Common Black College App
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Coalition.org
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Common App can be connected to ScholarSnapp.org
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Free Online Test Prep
ACT AcademyACT Academy is a free, online learning tool designed to help you master the skills you need to improve your ACT scores and succeed in college and career. when you register with a fee waiver you're eligible for the ACT Rapid Review All Access.
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Khan AcademyKhan Academy will create a free and tailored practice plan for you based on a diagnostic or your SAT or PSAT/NMSQT® scores.
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Dual Enrollment
GSFC Dual Enrollment Flyer
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- 11th & 12th Grade students ONLY - 30 credit hour funding cap • 10th graders are only funded for occupational/CTAE courses • 9th graders are not eligible for dual enrollment funding. They can participate but must self-pay for tuition and required fees. |
Dual Enrollment Instructions |
Informational Pamphlet
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Course Directory
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TCSG to USG
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Will my college classes transfer?
Will I get college credit for my AP classes? Learn the answers to these and more at GATransfer.org |
What is my GPA???
• CORE classes only
• 4.0 scale • Used for the HOPE Scholarship o 3.0 HOPE GPA o Covers a portion of standard tuition up to 15 credit hrs • Used for the Zell Miller Scholarship o 3.7 HOPE GPA o 1200 SAT or 26 ACT o Full standard tuition up to 15 credit hrs |
• ALL classes listed on your transcript
• 100 pt. scale • Mainly used for college admissions and scholarships • The GPA listed in Infinite Campus is your GPA as of the end of last school year o Counselors are not allowed to tell you your class rank |
FAFSA Help
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Need help completing the FAFSA? Feel free to schedule an appointment with Ms. Brenda Vaughn. She's the Newton County representative from the Georgia Student Finance Commission. Outreach representatives provide middle and high schools, colleges, churches, and other community-based organizations knowledge about resources available in order to make college affordable and cost-effective.
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