ISU

High School Students

Planning Ahead

PLANNING AHEAD IS A KEY TO SUCCESS

Listed below are a few tips (and programs) for high school students.

Tips
Step 1:  Prepare for college—academics
Step 2:  Apply for admission—early
Step 3:  Apply for financial aid—deadlines
Step 4:  Be competitive for scholarships
Step 5:  Schedule a campus visit

Programs
:  Summer Honors
:  High School-University Agreement (for advanced study)
:  College Challenge (at selected high schools)


STEP 1:  PREPARE FOR COLLEGE—ACADEMICS.

Your first step is to make sure you're on the right academic track. Grades and test scores (such as the SAT or ACT) are important.

Equally important is selecting a high school program of study that matches your goals and abilities. Here are basic guidelines. If you have not already done so, check with your high school counselor to make sure you are on track.

Indiana Core 40. The Core 40 is Indiana's required high school curriculum for graduation from high school. Successful completion of Core 40 is a minimum requirement for admission at Indiana State University. In addition, students who complete the Core 40 (and meet other financial aid and grade requirements) may be eligible to receive up to 90% of approved tuition and fees at Indiana State University.

Indiana Core 40 with Academic Honors. Students who complete the Academic Honors diploma are much more competitive for scholarships. In addition, students who complete this diploma (and meet other financial aid and grade requirements) may be eligible to receive up to 100% of approved tuition and fees at Indiana State University.

Illinois (and other out-of-state) students are eligible for admission, financial aid and scholarship opportunities, if their high school coursework satisfies Indiana's Core 40 requirements. See link (below) for information on Core 40.

  Indiana Department of Education Core 40 InfoCenter

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STEP 2:  APPLY FOR ADMISSION—EARLY.

You can apply for admission to Indiana State University any time after completion of your junior year in high school.

Early application for admission is very important because it ensures enough time for your records to be reviewed, and puts you in the pipeline for University news on financial aid, scholarships, and more.

If at all possible:

  1. Take the SAT (or ACT) during your junior year of high school and have your scores submitted to Indiana State University.
     
  2. Apply for admission to the University before December 1 of your senior year in high school.

  Go to freshman application & instructions

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STEP 3:  APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID—DEADLINES.

All students who will be seeking degrees at Indiana State University are encouraged to apply for financial aid.

Approximately 74% of our students receive some type of financial aid. This aid comes in many forms, including loans, grants, scholarships, veterans benefits, and work-study programs.

Deadlines:  Apply for financial aid as soon as possible after January 1 of your senior year and well before the March 1 deadline.

Assistance:  Lots of assistance is available to help you apply for financial aid. Here are a few options:

  1. Attend a College Goal Sunday event in your community. College Goal Sunday helps students and families complete the FAFSA application form that is required to apply for federal financial assistance for higher education opportunities. For information on upcoming events in your community, visit www.collegegoalsundayusa.org
     
  2. Schedule a personal campus visit for assistance with financial aid and much more.
     
  3. Visit the University's Office of Student Financial Aid at www.indstate.edu/finaid
     
  4. Visit www.fafsa.ed.gov
     

Note:  Indiana State University is an approved veterans benefits institution.

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STEP 4:  BE COMPETITIVE FOR SCHOLARSHIPS.

Indiana State University awards over $2 million in foundation and merit-based scholarships each year. These scholarships range from $1,110 a year to the full costs of in-state tuition, housing, and books.

Here are a few tips that will help you be more competitive for scholarships:

  1. Complete the Academic Honors diploma (Indiana residents).
     
  2. Take the SAT (or ACT) during your junior year in high school and have your official scores submitted to Indiana State University.
     
  3. Apply for admission to the University by December 1 of your senior year in high school. Official high school transcripts and SAT or ACT scores also must be submitted for full consideration. This documentation should be included with the admission application if at all possible.

Deadlines: Your application for admission serves as your application for many scholarships. To receive first consideration for many scholarships, you MUST apply for admission to ISU by December 1 of your senior year in high school.

For a list of scholarships offered, visit scholarships. For personalized assistance, schedule a campus visit. Admissions counselors are available to review your transcripts and help you match your academic achievements and goals to the appropriate ISU scholarships.

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STEP 5:  SCHEDULE A CAMPUS VISIT.

Indiana State University is located in Terre Haute, Indiana.

Campus tours and special events (designed specifically for high school students) are scheduled throughout the year. In addition, you can schedule a personal campus visit anytime for a personalized session with an admissions counselor.

Services include information / assistance with:

  1. Admission
  2. Financial aid
  3. Housing options
  4. Programs of study (majors, minors, honors, and more)
  5. Scholarships
  6. Student services (fitness & health centers, disability assistance, and more)
  7. Study abroad
  8. Veterans benefits
  9. Work-study programs

For details, see schedule a visit

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Last updated 17 October 08