College Planning

High school graduation is not an end, it’s a beginning. There are several paths you can follow, but it’s important to pursue some type of education or training after graduation.

The college application process can be complex, but you can do it. Here are a few answers to the most commonly asked questions about applying to college.

Most colleges require that you complete some type of college entrance exam in order to be admitted. Pre-tests allow you to become familiar with these tests before you have to sit for the real thing. Below are descriptions of some of the tests you may be asked to complete.

It’s never too early to start thinking about college. The milestones below were created by the Tennessee Department of Education to reflect desired knowledge about college and career readiness at various grade levels.

There are a lot of acronyms and confusing terms on the road to college. Here are a few that you might be wondering about. If there’s one you don’t see listed here, check with your college/career counselor for assistance.