Freshman Year

Academics

Good grades are important - There are not that many scholarships! Your grades and test scores can make the difference. Maintain YOUR highest grades throughout high school and show admissions officers and potential coaches that you are able to handle the demands of college life. Keep your grades up starting in your freshman year and you will benefit! Meet with your counselor to plan your year.

If you hope to go to a top academic institution, it would be helpful to take honors courses if you can handle the load. Admission officers generally agree that getting a B in a tough course is often more significant than an A in a frivolous course. Take PSAT and Practice ACT tests as they are offered to ensure that you are prepared for the actual tests in future years.

Be sure that you begin to take courses that will ultimately fulfill the requirements of the NCAA. Speak with your counselor about classes meeting NCAA requirements. Visit the NCAA website to learn what courses are required for Division I, Division II and Division III schools. Consider NAIA schools as well. Start to plan your classes accordingly. The NCAA website is: www.ncaa.org. Call 800-638-3731 for free current copy of “NCAA Guide for the College-bound Student Athlete”.

Begin a resume of community service activities, achievements, awards and academic results. Update it periodically.