montgomery High School
College & Career Center
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research schools
college & tech school applications
scholarships
financial aid
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career exploration
resume building
asvab testing
job fairs
dual credit registration
lone star college representative
tsi testing
Located in W204
Upsstairs in the Math ​hallway on West Campus
Next to the Counselor's ​Offices
Mrs. Zuehlke
College & Career Coordinator
laurie.zuehlke@misd.org
MHS Transcript ​Request
Order a transcript for ​yourself or to send to a ​school
Apply to colleges in Texas only
CANVAS
Access the senior canvas ​classroom for all things ​college & career
Apply to colleges throughout US (including some TX schools)
Look through known scholarships by due date
Sign up for an SAT test Access and send PSAT & SAT scores
File your FAFSA beginning October 1st using the online application
Sign up for an ACT test Access and send ACT scores
Report your ​acceptances & all ​scholarship offers in ​Schoollinks
Access and send TSIA2 test scores
Finding a Career
Interest & Skill Inventories
Click the RIASEC ​table on the right for ​a free Holland ​Inventory
ASVAB Career Exploration
Twice a year we offer the ASVAB Career Exploration & Military Aptitude test to 10th-12th graders. We do use a military score interpretation presentation but we do not share information with military recruiters. Click here to learn more about this valuable program.
Texas Workforce Commission
Resources, tips and tools to build a stronger workforce.
Click the TWC icon or here for a wealth of career & education planning resources.
Resumes & Job Search
Every job seeker needs a ​resume that highlights any ​experience, skills, or relevant ​school courses you have taken.
Click on the images to find out more about a career with the Houston Fire Department and the Houston Police Department.
Public Service Academies
What income do I need?
You may be surprised at the ​amount of income you will need ​to support your lifestyle. Use ​this tools to plan for the future ​and to help choose a career that ​will provide a fulfilling life for ​you and your family. Click on the ​image to get started.
Lone Star College Workforce Programs
Lone Star College offers workforce education associates ​degrees, certificates, and fast-track certificates. There ​are 58 different associate degree and certificate options ​at LSC. Click here to learn more about programs at Lone ​Star College.
College & Career Testing
Admissions Testing
While many colleges ​are test optional for ​admissions, they will ​still use ACT & SAT ​test scores to help ​admit candidates ​and offer academic ​scholarships to ​qualifying ​candidates. More ​competitive schools ​are now requiring ​ACT or SAT scores.
The ACT is given on ​scheduled Saturdays ​at MHS and the SAT ​is given on Saturdays ​at LCHS.
The current ACT & SAT schedule is located on the next page. Use the links below to ​sign up for an exam or to access or send current student scores.
Test Prep Resources
Placement Testing
Texas public colleges now require the TSI ​placement test prior to enrollment if ​college-ready SAT or ACT scores have not ​been achieved or submitted. This test ​does not prevent admission, but allows ​advisors to place students in ​academically appropriate courses. The ​chart indicates college ready scores that ​will allow you to exempt the TSI exam.
Seniors can sign up for a TSI at MHS here.
Pay for your TSI exam in MySchoolBucks.
Use the icon to send TSI scores to college. Here are instructions for that process.
Career Exploration
Twice a year we offer the ASVAB Career Exploration ​& Military Aptitude test to 10th-12th graders. We ​do use a military score interpretation presentation ​but we do not share information with military ​recruiters. Click here to learn more about this ​valuable program. Click the blue ASVAB logo to sign ​up for the ASVAB at MHS.
2024-2025 act & sat dates
register at act.org & collegeboard.org
aug 24th
Registration Deadline 8/9
Late Re​gistration 8/13
sep 14th
Registration Deadline 8/9
Late Registration 8/25
oct 5th
Registration Deadline 9/20
Late Registration 9/24
oct 26th
Registration Deadline 9/20
Late Registration 10/7
nov 2nd
Registration Deadline 10/18
Late Registration 10/22
dec 7t​h
Registration Deadline 11/22
Late Registration 11/26
dec 14th
Registration Deadline 11/8
Late Registration 11/22
feb 8th
Registration Deadline 1/3
Late Registration 1/20
mar 8th
Registration Deadline 2/21
Late Registration 2/25
apr 5th
Registration Deadline 2/28
Late Registration 3/16
may 3rd
Registration Deadline 4/18
Late Registration 4/22
jun 7th
Registration Deadline 5/22
Late Registration 5/27
jun 14th
Registration Deadline 5/9
Late Registration 5/26
jul 12th
Registration Deadline 6/6 ​Late Registration 6/20
misd college & Career center
LCHS A1103 & MHS W204
misd college & Career Center
College Decisions
Finding the Right College
The right college
Search colleges in the Schoollinks school ​search under the left colleges tab. Each MISD ​student is allowed two absences during their ​junior and senior year to visit colleges. To ​arrange a college visit, go to the school's ​website and schedule a tour. Be sure to bring ​back a dated confirmation of visit from the ​admissions office when you return to school to ​excuse your absence.
High School Resume
Every student should have a resume that lists their activities and accomplishments during their high school years. This resume is helpful when asking teachers for letters of recommendation. The resume gives them all the information they need to write a knowledgable letter. Students can use resume templates available in Office365, Google or Canva.
Letters of Recommedation
Letters of recommendation are helpful when applying to college and for scholarships. It is best to get two or three letters of recommendation from the following: teachers, counselors, administrators, coaches and/or sponsors, and someone who has worked with you outside school. CommonApp will automatically send a request via email to recommenders you list in your application.
Please use these courteous guidelines when requesting letters of recommendation:
- recommenders should know you well
- provide recommender a copy of your resume
- allow at least two weeks for recommenders to provide the letter
Safety Schools
Schools that your SAT/ACT/GPA are above the freshman admissions standards.
Have 2-3 on your list
Match Schools
Schools that your SAT/ACT/GPA match the freshman admissions standards
These are a "perfect fit"
Have 3-4 on your list
Reach Schools
Your dream school that would be a challenge to get into due to your SAT/ACT/GPA or college resume
Have 1-2 on your list
Always check the school to which you are applying for current admissions deadlines!
Applying to College
Submitting Applications
Students must submit college applications by the deadline for that college. Applications open on August 1st prior to your senior year. Late submissions are not accepted. Students do not have to have all their supporting documents (transcripts, letters of recommendation, SAT/ACT scores) to submit the application but required essays must be completed and submitted with the application. Once you submit an applicacation, the school that you are applying to will reach out to you through the email you used in the application to confirm submission and provide information to set up your school applicant portal. Once this is achieved, the school will make it clear as to your next steps in the application process. You must check your email and applicant portals 2-3 times per week to insure that you take steps necessary to complete the application process. The exact process will differ by school.
Most colleges accept applicants from a universal application such as Common App or ApplyTexas (Texas colleges only). Click the icons to see the list of schools that use that application. Click on the test icon to access the application and get started on yours today!
What's Next?
Once you have submitted your application and paid your application fee, you must set up an applicant portal for the school(s) to which you applied according to the instructions sent to you in an email directly from that school. This portal will contain an applicant checklist that you must satisfy in a timely fashion. These items may include:
- official high school transcript
- SAT/ACT scores
- Fee waiver documentation (if applicable)
- TSI test scores
- Bacterial Meningitis vaccination
Please check your email & portal often for updates.
The icons below will help you take care of these requirements.
MHS Transcript Request
Order a transcript for yourself ​or to send to a school
Sign up for an SAT test Access and send PSAT & SAT scores
Sign up for an ACT test Access and send ACT scores
Access and send TSIA2 test scores
Information about required vaccination
College Application Timeline
Fall junior Year
take psat
october
Try to qualify for a National Merit Scholarship
make a list of colleges
December
Make a list of the factors that matter most to you in a college: size, location, cost, available majors, etc. Then use an online college finder or buy a college guidebook to start making a list of your favorite schools.
spring junior Year
start a scholarship search
access the MISD database and check with parent's employers & associations for available scholarships.
take the act or sat
Take or improve scores on college entrance exams to help improve admissions chances.
write college essays
Use your junior English teachers to help write your college essays for summer applications.
spring
senior
Year
secure housing
Complete housing contracts and pay deposit.
apply for scholarships
Apply for scholarships in Canvas classroom. Most deadlines are Feb-April.
report plans & Awards to ccc
Report all acceptances, plans and scholarships offere & awards to the CCC.
final transcript
Designate destination for final transcript.
winter junior Year
find out about finances
Find out how much your family can afford and how you will pay for college.
narrow down your list
Air for 3-5 match schools, plus 1-2 safety & reach schools. Visit these schools to make sure they are a good fit. Research financial aid options at the schools.
take the act or sat
Register to take at school or on a Saturday.
fall
senior
Year
make application accounts
august
Set up ApplyTexas or CommonApp account.
apply to colleges
august-December
Submit applications, send transcripts, test scores, and proof of BacMen vaccination to schools.
Complete the fafsa
october 1
Complete FAFSA & report it to the CCC.
Federal Application for Student Aid (FAFSA)
Submitting the FAFSA
The FAFSA is the form that students use to qualify for grants, low interest loans, and to receive ​scholarship awards from colleges and universities. Over 90% of scholarships require this form be ​completed before students receive scholarship awards. FAFSA Guide or Video Here
Create a FAFSA ​Account
October
FAFSA Opens October 1st
FAFSA Priority
Deadline January 15th
January
FAFSA Reporting Graduation Requirement
Each senior must report one of the following as a graduation requirement:
- Complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA);
- Complete and submit a Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA); or
- Submit a signed opt-out form.
Students may bring click here and upload a screenshot of their FAFSA submission or they can bring this documentation to the Counselor's office W202.
Opt out forms are in the counselor's office or in CCC Canvas classroom and can be turned into W202 as well. Read more about this graduation requirement here.
Scholarships & Financial Support
Scholarships
Scholarships are available mosty during ​the students' senior year with national ​scholarships having earlier deadlines than ​local ones. MISD collects scholarships and ​organizes them by due date in a ​scholarship database. Seniors also can ​access all scholarship applications under ​the finances icon in Schoollinks.
MISD Local ​Scholarship
Application
The MISD local scholarship application is one application that awards over $25,000 in scholarships to each high school yearly. The local scholarship application opens January 15th and closes February 28th.
National scholarship matching applications and search engines can help students find national scholarships. Students must create an account with the matching applications to find scholarships for which they are qualified. In addition, RaiseMe allows students to accumulate microscholarships throughout all four years of high school.
TASFA
Students classified as Texas residents who are not ​eligible to apply for federal financial aid using the ​Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) are ​encouraged to complete the TASFA. The federal ​application covers federal and state financial aid ​opportunities. If you meet the FAFSA filing ​requirements, then you should submit a completed ​FAFSA. YOU DO NOT NEED TO COMPLETE BOTH ​THE FAFSA AND TASFA. TAFSA & FAFSA deadlines ​are the same.
Schoollinks ​Scholarship ​Matching
This website provides valuable college planning tools and financial aid resources for college-bound Texans.
Military Education Benefits
If you are using a GI Bill or the Hazlewood Act to pay for college, you can find out more info here or contact your school's Veteran's Affairs office.
MISD Financial Aid Presentation & Workshops
Each October the College & Career center hosts a financial aid parent workshop. Find the presentation here.
Military Service
Click here or on the icon to explore education and career opportunities offered through the Army National Guard.
Click on the icon to learn more about military service academies.
Are you interested in pursuing a U.S. Military Academy Appointment? American Legion Boys State or American Legion Girls States are highly recommended programs. Click here for more information on Boys State. Click here for more information on Girls State.
Military Branches
Army National Guard
Service Academies
Boy's & Girl's State
Contacts for Nominations
ROTC Scholarship Applications
Be sure to report all enlistments to your college & career office by providing the DD Form 4.
Enlistment Reporting
Resources & Social Media
Educating Parents of HS Athletes on the College Recruiting Process
MISD College & Career Center
The Texas College & Career Planning Source
@Scholarships360
@CollegeEssayGuy
@Jen_ACT_Prep
@SuzanneShaffer
@TexasOnCourse
@lookn4aFULLRIDE
@Rd2College
Paying for College 101
@FafsaGuru
@uvadeanj
@betsy_collegesanity
@mr.c_collegecounselor
@ryan.kel
@goaldigger_act_prep
@essay_coach
@scholarships_360
@payingforschool