Class of 2009/2010. *Requires additional measures not listed on this chart English (I,II,III,IV) 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits.

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2 Class of 2009/2010 Class of 2009/2010 Class of Class of Courses Recommended Distinguished* Recommended Distinguished* *Requires additional measures not listed on this chart *Requires additional measures not listed on this chart English (I,II,III,IV) credits credits credits credits Mathematics Science Social Studies 3 credits (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II) 3 credits (Biology + 2 others from IPC, Chemistry, and Physics) 3 ½ credits (W. Geography, W. History, US History, Government) 3 credits (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II) 3 credits (Biology + 2 others from IPC, Chemistry, and Physics) 3 ½ credits (W. Geography, W. History, US History, Government) credits (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, + 1 other) credits (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, + 1 other) 3 ½ credits (W. Geography, W. History, US History, Government) credits (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, + 1 other) credits (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, + 1 other) 3 ½ credits (W. Geography, W. History, US History, Government) Economics ½ credit ½ credit ½ credit ½ credit Physical 1 ½ credits 1 ½ credits 1 ½ credits 1 ½ credits Education Health ½ credit ½ credit ½ credit ½ credit Other Language 2 credits (same language) 3 credits (same language) 2 credits (same language) 3 credits (same language) Technology Applications 1 credit (same course) 1 credit (same course) 1 credit (same course) 1 credit (same course) Fine Arts 1 credit (same course) 1 credit (same course) 1 credit (same course) 1 credit (same course) Communication ½ credit ½ credit ½ credit ½ credit Applications Total Core 20 ½ 21 ½ 22 ½ 23 ½ Subjects General 5 ½ ½ 3 ½ 2 ½ Electives Total Credits 26 credits 26 credits 26 credits 26 credits Students who take Algebra I in 8 th grade must take three (3) additional math courses in high school (beginning with freshman entry ).

3 To complete the Distinguished Achievement program, a student must: Complete the Recommended plan required credits Three years of foreign language Four additional measures The four additional measures will come from a combination of the measures listed below: Scoring a 3 or higher on a national AP exam (scores range from 1 to 5). Up to four measures can be attained via this path if a 3 or higher is obtained on each exam taken. A score on the PSAT that qualifies a student for recognition as a Commended Scholar, a National Hispanic Scholar, or an Outstanding Negro Scholar. Only one measure can be attained from this area. A grade of 3.0 (B) or higher on courses that count for college credit, including identified tech prep programs. Only one measure can come from this area. Original research/project judged by a panel of professionals in the field that is the focus of the project, or conducted under the direction of mentor(s) and reported to an appropriate audience, or related to the required curriculum set forth in the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills. Two measures can be earned from this area. All measures must be obtained prior to graduation for the transcript to read Distinguished Achievement. National AP exams taken the spring of the senior year will not be scored prior to the completion of the school year. A student may then request a Distinguished Pending letter to accompany his/her transcript when sent to a college.

4 Provide specific career oriented training; usually the training requires 2 years or less; students can earn certificates or associate degrees. Public Technical Colleges In the state of Texas, there are four of these colleges (Texas State Technical College or TSTC). The closest TSTC campus to N.I.S.D. is in Waco, TX. Private Technical and Trade Schools Examples are: Art Institute of Dallas, ATI Career Training Center, DeVry Institute of Technology, ITT Technical Institute, Ogle School of Hair Design. Please consult both public and private technical schools to compare programs, cost, and scholarships. Private technical schools may be far more expensive, and you may be able to get the same program for a fraction of the cost at a public technical school or community college. Provide career oriented programs; students may earn certificates or associate degrees; usually two years or less; students can transfer to a four-year college. Examples: North Central Texas College (NCTC) and Tarrant County College (TCC). An array of NCTC and TCC campuses are available. Each campus may offer varying fields/programs of study. Students can earn a bachelor s degree or further their studies with a masters or doctorate program. The degrees require the approximate time indicated: Bachelor s degree: + years Master s degree: 2-3 years (in addition to the bachelor s degree) Doctorate degree: 2-3 years (in addition to the master s degree) Please refer to the back pages of this packet for some admission requirements and a listing of the following Texas schools: Public Universities, Community and Technical Colleges, Independent Institutions (Private Universities), and Health Related Institutions. To find out which colleges/institutions offer specific majors, go to the online guide located at clicking on Degrees at Texas Public Universities or Degrees at Texas Public Community and Technical Colleges. ***Please refer to each specific college website for the most up-to-date information available.***

5 Public Community Colleges Public Universities Public Technical Colleges Public Health Related Institution Independent (Private) Colleges /Universities Tuition & Fees Total Cost Awards $1,168 $11,28 Certificate Associate Degree $,539 $17, 182 Bachelor s Degree Master s Degree Professional Degree Doctorate Degree $1,90 $11,196 Certificate Associate Degree $3,126 $22,833 Bachelor s Degree Master s Degree Professional Degree Doctorate Degree $15,003 $2,22 Bachelor s Degree Master s Degree Professional Degree Doctorate Degree Required Test(s) THEA* THEA* SAT/ACT THEA* THEA* SAT/ACT SAT/ACT *Alternative tests may be available by contacting the campus testing center. Choices for alternative tests may include: Accuplacer, Asset, and/or Compass. Students may be exempted from the THEA based on their TAKS scores, SAT scores, or their ACT scores. THEA exemptions, for a general rule of thumb, are listed on the THEA page in this packet. Please still confirm your exemption with your college of choice. SOURCE: Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

6 Why Should Students Take These Tests? Most colleges require applicants to take one or more standardized tests prior to admission. Test scores are part of the student s application and are one factor colleges use to predict success. When Should Students Take These Tests? Most students take standardized tests late in the spring of their junior year or early in the fall of their senior year in high school. How Do I Know Which Tests to Take? ACT (American College Test): The ACT assessment is a standardized college admissions test. The highest score on the ACT is 36. Students who are not strong in math may want to consider taking this test. The math portion counts 25% on the ACT, whereas, it counts 33% on the SAT. The ACT covers the following subjects: English, math, reading, science, and an optional writing test. The national average ACT score falls between a 20 and SAT (Standardized Admissions Test) I: Reasoning Test: The SAT will measure mathematical problem-solving, critical reading, and writing skills. Each section is reported on a scale of points with the highest total possible score being a 200. The SAT now includes three sections: critical reading, math (through Algebra II), and writing. When looking at admission requirements for colleges, pay attention to whether the minimum SAT scores include only critical reading and math (CR+M) or if the minimum scores listed on the college s website includes all three parts (CR+M+W). The national average SAT score is a SAT II: Subject Tests: Subject tests are one-hour, mostly multiple choice tests, that measure how much students know about a particular subject and how well they can apply that knowledge. There are 22 different tests in five general areas, English, history, science, mathematics, and foreign languages. Students should check with an admissions officer of their chosen college or university to determine if the SAT II is required. Most state schools do not require this test. THEA (Texas Higher Education Assessment): The THEA Test is designed to provide information about the reading, mathematics, and writing skills of students entering public colleges, universities, and educator preparation programs in public and private institutions. Students may be exempted (see further THEA info elsewhere in this packet for exemptions) from this test based on the ACT, SAT, or TAKS scores. If you are not exempt, plan to take the test in the spring of your senior year.

7 Length Sections Reading on the ACT vs. Reading on the SAT from Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions ACT 3 hours, 25 minutes (including the 30-minute optional writing test) test sections (not including the writing): English, math, reading, science, writing (optional) reading comprehension passages; 10 questions per passage SAT 3 hours, 5 minutes 10 sections: 3 critical reading, 3 math, 3 writing (including the essay), 1 experimental (un-scored) Reading comprehension passages and questions, and sentence completion questions Science Contains a science portion Science not included Math Math is 25% of the overall score Topics included: Basic math, algebra, geometry, and trig. Math is 33% of the overall score Topics included: Basic math, geometry, algebra, and algebra II Essay Last thing you do (optional); 30 minutes -not included in the composite score -topic of importance to high school students -address both sides of an issue Scoring Total composite score of 1-36 (based on the avg. of the four tests) - scores of 1-36 for each test -score of 0-12 for the optional Wrong answer penalty Test Contact Info essay No wrong answer penalty ACT, Inc First thing you do; 25 minutes -included in overall score -more abstract topic than the ACT -address one side and stick to it Total score out of scores of for each section -score of 0-12 for the essay ¼ point subtracted per wrong answer (except for math gridin questions) The College Board Be sure to check whether your potential universities accept ACT, SAT, or both. You can determine this by checking the school s website or contacting their admissions office.

8 Test Dates Cost: $5 (SAT Reasoning Test not the Subject Tests) Test Regular Deadline Late Deadline (Extra Fee of $23) October, 2008 SAT & September 9, 2008 September 19, 2008 Subject Tests November 1, 2008 SAT & September 26, 2008 October 10, 2008 Subject Tests December 6, 2008 SAT & November 5, 2008 November 18, 2008 Subject Tests January 2, 2009 SAT & December 26, 2008 January 6, 2009 Subject Tests March 1, 2009 SAT only February 10, 2009 February 2, 2009 May 2, 2009 SAT & March 31, 2009 April 9, 2009 Subject Tests June 6, 2009 SAT & Subject Tests May 5, 2009 May 15, Test Dates Cost: $31.00 ACT (no writing) $6.00 ACT Plus Writing Regular Deadline Late Deadline (Extra Fee of $20) September 13, 2008 August 12, 2008 August 13-22, 2008 October 25, 2008 September 19, 2008 September 20 October 3, 2008 December 13, 2008 November 7, 2008 November 8 20, 2008 February 7, 2009 January 6, 2009 January 7 16, 2009 April, 2009 February 27, 2009 February 28 March 13, 2009 June 13, 2009 May 8, 2009 May 9 22, 2009

9 You do not have to take the THEA test if one of the following apply to you: You have an ACT composite score of 23, with a minimum of 19 on both the English and math tests SAT combined verbal and math scores of a 1070, with a minimum of 500 on both the verbal and math tests TAKS scores minimum of 2200 in math and/or 2200 in English Language Arts with a writing sub-score of at least a 3 If you need to take the THEA Test before the next regularly scheduled administration, the THEA Quick Test may be an option for you. See "THEA Quick Test" on the THEA Web site at for more information. Test Date Regular Registration Deadline Late Registration Deadline (additional fee applies) Emergency Registration Deadline (additional fee applies) October 18, 2008* September 19, 2008 October 8, 2008 October 15, 2008 February 28, 2009 January 30, 2009 February 18, 2009 February 25, 2009 April 25, 2009 March 27, 2009 April 15, 2009 April 22, 2009 June 27, 2009 May 29, 2009 June 17, 2009 June 2, 2009 July 25, 2009 June 26, 2009 July 15, 2009 July 22, 2009 The deadline for submission of requests and all necessary documentation for alternative testing arrangements is the regular registration deadline. Because of space, staff, and time constraints, there can be no assurance that requests received after this deadline can be accommodated. Internet Registration All registration periods. To register on the Internet, your registration must be completed by 5:00 p.m. central time on the registration deadline for the period. U.S. Mail Registration Regular registration period only. To register by mail, your registration materials must be postmarked by the regular registration deadline. *For the October administration only, the test will be administered at a limited number of sites throughout Texas.

10 Students who are in the top 10 percent of their graduating class are eligible for automatic admission to any public university in Texas. To be eligible for automatic admission, a student must meet the following criteria: o o o o o Graduate in the top 10 percent of his or her class at a public or private high school in Texas, or Graduate in the top 10 percent of his or her class from a high school operated by the U.S. Department of Defense and be a Texas resident or eligible to pay resident tuition; Enroll in college no more than two years after graduating from high school; and Submit an application to a Texas public university for admission before the institution's application deadline (check with the university regarding specific deadlines). Students admitted through this route may still be required to provide SAT or ACT scores, although these scores are not used for admissions purposes. Students must also take the THEA test, unless exempted from the test requirement. Check with the admissions office regarding THEA, SAT, and ACT requirements. (General information on SAT, ACT, and THEA can be found by clicking on Test Information.) After a student is admitted, the university may review the student's high school records to determine if the student is prepared for college-level work. A student who needs additional preparation may be required to take a developmental, enrichment, or orientation course during the semester prior to the first semester of college. Admission to a university does not guarantee acceptance into a particular college of study or department, however.

11 The Texas Common Application and the Common Application allow you to complete one application and submit them to a number of universities at one time; however, separate application fees will still apply. Texas Common Application Admission application for every Texas Public University, plus some private and two-year schools Common Application Admission application predominantly for private universities throughout the U.S. and some public schools, as well If you do not find the university of your choice on one of the above websites, then search for the specific university website and a link to Freshman Admissions. Important Tips: Make sure you include as much information as you can. Details count. Have one or more people proofread your application before you send it.

12 FREE Money: Grants based on financial need Scholarships based on merit/talent Loans: Subsidized loans The government pays the interest while the student is in school. Unsubsidized loans The student pays the interest. College Work Study: Part-time jobs provided by the college (for those who qualify). How do I find out if I qualify for financial aid??? First of all, every student should apply for financial aid. Although you may not qualify for free money, you may qualify for work study or a loan. The Process 1. Most universities request the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). This application can be accessed electronically at o The parent and the student will need a PIN number to apply online. This is obtained at Keep the pin number in a safe place as it will be needed each year as you re-apply for financial aid. o You SHOULD apply as soon after January 1 st as possible (when you and your parents have received applicable W-2 forms). o The schools prefer you to use the online FAFSA; however, if this is not an option for you, paper forms are available in the Go Center of the Counseling office. 2. Find out your college s priority deadline for applying for aid. 3. Contact the college s financial aid office to make sure the office receives all information it needs.. You will receive a summary statement (SAR). Review it carefully. 5. The college will review your SAR and put together the package of financial aid that it can offer based on what you qualify for in the form of grants, loans, and work study, etc. You will be informed via an award letter. 6. If you wish to accept the offer, sign the award letter and return. Keep a copy. If you wish to decline, notify the college immediately so the financial aid can be offered to other applicants.

13 #1 #1 Northwest High School offers an electronic scholarship drawer as well as a physical scholarship drawer to access scholarships. To access the electronic scholarship drawer, go to the high school website: Then click on the following tabs: Counseling Counseling Website The Scholarship Drawer If the internet is not available to you, you may access the physical scholarship drawer (file cabinet) in the Go Center of the Counseling Office. #2 Use free online search engines such as fastweb.com. You will find other websites in this packet on the page titled Websites, or you may also find links on the NHS counseling website. #3 You may contact the universities themselves and inquire about scholarships available to entering freshmen for their particular campuses.

14 August/September Review high school coursework and activity plans. Consider graduating on the highest program, the Distinguished Achievement Program. Remember, colleges are looking for the following: Challenging coursework Strong GPA Involvement in extracurricular activities Obtain a Social Security number if you do not already have one; it is necessary to apply for college and financial aid. Consider taking an SAT/ACT course to prepare for the exams. Develop a list of 10 colleges in which you are interested. Plan to apply to at least 3 5 schools. Study and register for the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test). Visit the Counseling Office for details. October/November Take the PSAT/NMSQT. (Remember to take your calculator). Collect information and contact colleges you are interested in attending. Request information and research their admissions requirements, financial aid and scholarship information, and deadlines. December Talk to college students who are home for the holidays about their experiences in college. January/February PSAT score reports should have arrived. Use the guide to interpret and understand your score. Make plans to focus on and study particular areas you may need to work on before taking the SAT/ACT.

15 Plan and register to take the SAT, SAT Subject Tests, or ACT exams. Check with the colleges to which you are applying for specific testing requirements. Begin making plans to visit colleges for which you are interested in attending. March/April May June Register for Advanced Placement (AP) exams if applicable. Create a personal file with items such as... Transcript, list of awards and honors (include dates), school and community clubs and organizations you have joined (include dates, responsibilities and activities), list of all jobs, and a list of community service/volunteer work (include dates and number of hours served) Update your file at the end of each semester Register with NCAA Clearinghouse if you are a candidate for college athletics. Visit colleges during spring break. Take the SAT and/or ACT exam. Take any AP exams for which you may have registered. Obtain a summer job or internship relative to your career interests. Look for volunteer opportunities. Save money, if possible, to help pay for college costs. Schedule college visits if possible. Select the top 5 10 colleges you believe best meet your needs. Keep a record of the advantages and disadvantages of each college. July/August Begin thinking about personal statements for college admission essays. Update your personal file.

16 September Register to take the SAT or ACT if you have not done so already Make plans to attend a college fair : Sept. UNT (Nortex College Fair) Nov. Northwest H.S. Narrow college choices to a few schools and contact colleges of your choice for admissions information and applications. Up-to-date information and online applications can be found on the college website. Most applications are due between September and January. Get organized! File copies and keep a personal calendar of events and deadlines. If you need a recommendation letter from your counselor, contact him/her early in the process (at least two weeks in advance). Generally, your counselor will request a resume from you and/or for you to complete an information form found in the Counseling Center. Begin scholarship search. See page titled, What about Scholarships? Register with NCAA Clearinghouse online if you are planning to play college sports October/November Visit colleges if you have not done so already. Many colleges will have weekend opportunities to visit. Complete college essays (if required). Retake the SAT and/or ACT if necessary. When selecting your college(s), pay attention to not only the SAT/ACT requirements for admissions, but also requirements for scholarships If you are seeking early admission, these deadlines are usually between November 1 st and November 15 th. Continue to watch for scholarships through out the school year December Complete as many applications as possible before winter break. Mail applications to meet necessary December/January deadlines.

17 January/February Submit your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aide) via the web as soon after January 1 st as possible (will require W-2 information) because many universities award funds on a first-come, first-serve basis. You can find the FAFSA online at All should apply for financial aid regardless of income. Request a copy of your mid-year transcript from the registrar, if necessary Keep watching for scholarships! March/April May Register to take AP exams (if applicable). Notices of acceptance or denial usually arrive from colleges by April 15th Financial aid offers (award letters) begin to arrive. Review all acceptances and financial aid offers carefully. Notify the college of your choice. Many colleges request a May 1 st reply date Notify schools you have decided not to attend Take AP exams (if applicable) Request a final transcript to be sent to your college upon high school graduation June Graduation!!!

18 ACT Career Cruising Username: northwesthigh Password: gocenter College Answer Collegeboard College for Texans College Navigator National Center for Education Statistics College Net FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aide Fast Aid Free Scholarship Search Fast Web FinAid Hispanic Fund National Collegiate Athletic Organization (NCAA) Nelnet College Planning Number 2 Occupational Outlook Handbook Registration, test prep, scores, college planning, financial aid, career planning Determine what career you want to pursue, what college major you need to study, and which college offers a strong program for your chosen area of study and career. College- preparing, selecting, applying, paying, deciding Register for the SAT, prepare for SAT, college search Preparing for college, applying for college, paying for college Find the right college for you College search and scholarship search Free Application for Federal Student Aide Free scholarship search Free scholarship search Financial aid information Scholarships, resources Register on this site if you plan on playing college sports. Search for scholarships, search for schools, learn about financial aid, help with the FAFSA Free online test prep courses U.S. Dept. of Labor > Bureau of Labor and Statistics A-Z index on jobs & careers: the training and education needed, earnings, expected job prospects, what workers do on the job, and working conditions

19 Peterson s Planner Scholarships.com School Soup TACAC (Texas Association for College Admission Counseling) Student Aid on the Web Texas Common Application The Common Application THEA (Texas Higher Education Assessment) THECB (Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board) Test Prep Preview Today s Military US College Rankings Window on State Government Texas Colleges and Financial Aid Calendar Finding a college that fits you Free scholarship search Free scholarship search, lookup colleges, online degrees, careers, test prep, student loans, financial aid info, and bookstore College advice Federal student aid programs, applying for college Admission application for every Texas Public University, plus some private and two year schools Admission application predominantly for private universities throughout the U.S. and some public schools, as well Register for the THEA test, practice test, and other THEA info Applying and paying for college Test prep info Links to the U.S. Military and the five active-duty service branches America s Best Collges Texas colleges and universities - admission requirements, deadlines, tuition and fees, financial aid info

20 Admission Requirements for Public Universities (Contact universities admissions offices for specific requirements. Community colleges, which are not listed, require a high school diploma or its equivalent.) Texas Public Four-Year Universities Angelo State University Lamar University Min. SAT/ACT Scores by High School Rank 1030/ / / /2 Required High School Credits English Math Science 3 3 Social Studies Foreign Language Additional Required Academic Credits 2.5 Academic Electives Additional Recommended Academic Credits 1 Computer Science Midwestern State University 870/18 950/ / / from Math, U.S. or World History, U.S. Government, World Geography, Economics, Social Sciences, Foreign Language, Fine Arts, Science, Computer Science, Business, Speech, Journalism Prairie View A&M University 820/17 820/17 820/ Recommended High School Program, Electives Sam Houston State University 850/17 930/ /22 110/ Recommended High School Program Stephen F. Austin State University 850/ / / Recommended High School Program Sul Ross State University 920/20 920/20 3, 2, 2.5, Fine Arts, 1 Computer Science,.5 P.E.,.5 Health Tarleton State University 3 1 Recommended High School Program Texas A&M International University 860/18 860/ Computer Science 1 Fine Arts Texas A&M University Texas A&M University-Commerce 920/20 920/ years of Science with at least 2 courses in Biology 1, Chemistry 1, or Physics 1 1 Computer Science 1 Fine Arts, 1 Computer Science Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi 900/ / / / Computer Science Texas A&M University-Kingsville 850/18 900/19 970/ / Technology Application, 1.5 P.E., 1 Fine Arts,.5 Economics,.5 Health Education,.5 Speech Texas Southern University 3 6 from Foreign Language, Computer Science, Speech, Journalism, Fine Arts Texas State University-San Marcos Texas Tech University 920/ / / /29 110/ / / / , 3 Recommended High School Program or Distinguished Achievement Program Recommended High School Program Texas Woman s University 950/ Academic Electives University of Houston University of Houston-Downtown University of North Texas 1000/21 950/ / / , 2 3 2, Recommended High School Program Recommended High School Program Recommended High School Program University of Texas at Arlington 1050/ / Computing Proficiency, 1 Fine Arts, 1.5 P.E.,.5 Health, 1 from Music, Theatre, Art University of Texas at Austin University of Texas at Brownsville University of Texas at Dallas 3, , 2, , 2, 3 2, Academic Electives.5 Fine Arts Recommended High School Program 1 Computer Science, 1 Fine Arts,.5 Health, 1.5 P.E., 1.5 Electives University of Texas at El Paso University of Texas-Pan American University of Texas of the Permian Basin University of Texas at San Antonio University of Texas at Tyler 920/20 920/20 920/20 920/20 710/15 710/15 710/15 710/15 760/16 760/16 760/16 760/16 830/17 870/18 920/19 970/20 950/ / / / Recommended High School Program Recommended High School Program Recommended High School Program or Distinguished Achievement Program Fine Arts, Computer Science 1 Fine Arts West Texas A&M University 950/20 950/ Students in top 10 percent of high school class admitted automatically. Some universities automatically admit students in top 25 percent. Many universities allow lower scores for students who rank higher in their high school classes. Recommended High School Program No minimum test scores set, but students must submit results. Applications reviewed to help determine admission. Recommended High School Credit.

21 Contact Information for Texas Colleges and Universities To find out which institutions offer specific majors, go to the online guide located at by clicking on Degrees at Texas Public Universities or Degrees at Texas Public Community and Technical Colleges. Alvin Community College 3110 Mustang Road Alvin, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 3,828 Main: (281) Admissions: (281) Financial Aid: (281) Amarillo College 2011 South Washington Street P.O. Box 7 Amarillo, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 10,391 Main: (806) Admissions: (806) Angelina College 3500 South 1st Street/Hwy. 59 South P.O. Box 1768 Lufkin, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment:,756 Main: (936) Admissions: (936) Financial Aid: (936) Angelo State University 2601 West Avenue North ASU Station #1101 San Angelo, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 6,156 Main: (325) Admissions: (325) Financial Aid: (325) Austin Community College 5930 Middle Fiskville Road Austin, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 30,99 Main: (512) Admissions: (512) Financial Aid: (512) Blinn College 902 College Avenue Brenham, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,351 Main: (979) PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES, COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGES Admissions: (979) Financial Aid: (979) Brazosport College 500 College Drive Lake Jackson, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 3,60 Main: (979) Admissions: (979) Financial Aid: (979) Brookhaven College (Dallas County Community College District) 3939 Valley View Lane Dallas, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 10,373 Main: (972) Admissions: (972) Financial Aid: (972) Cedar Valley College (Dallas County Community College District) 3030 North Dallas Avenue Lancaster, TX 7513 Fall 2005 Enrollment:,300 Main: (972) Admissions: (972) Financial Aid: (972) Central Texas College 6200 West Central Texas Expressway P.O. Box 1800 Killeen, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: N/A Main: (25) Admissions: (25) Financial Aid: (25) Cisco Junior College 101 College Heights Cisco, TX 7637 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 3,9 Main: (25) Clarendon College 1122 College Drive P.O. Box 968 Clarendon, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,116 Main: (806) Financial Aid: (806) Coastal Bend College 3800 Charco Road Beeville, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 3,353 Main: (361) Admissions: (361) Financial Aid: (361) College of the Mainland 1200 Amburn Road Texas City, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 3,992 Main: (09) Admissions: (09) x 3 Financial Aid: (09) x Collin County Community College 2800 East Spring Creek Parkway Plano, TX 7507 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 18,221 Main: (972) Admissions: (972) Financial Aid: (972) Cy-Fair College (North Harris Montgomery Community College District) 9191 Barker Cypress Road Cypress, TX 7733 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 9,799 Main: (281) Del Mar College 101 Baldwin Boulevard Corpus Christi, TX 780 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 11,889 Main: (361) Admissions: (361) Financial Aid: (361) Eastfield College (Dallas County Community College District) 3737 Motley Drive Mesquite, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 9,52 Main: (972) Admissions: (972) Financial Aid: (972) El Centro College (Dallas County Community College District) 801 Main Street Dallas, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 6,629 Main: (21) Admissions: (21) Financial Aid: (21) /2097 El Paso Community College 919 Hunter Drive P.O. Box El Paso, TX Fall Enrollment: 2,239 Main: (915) Admissions: (915) Financial Aid: (915) Frank Phillips College 1301 West Roosevelt P.O. Box 5118 Borger, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,207 Main: (806) Admission: (806) Financial Aid: (806) Galveston College 015 Avenue Q Galveston, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 2,215 Main: (09) 9-22 Admission: (09) Financial Aid: (09) Grayson County College 6101 Highway 691 Denison, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 3,715 Main: (903) Financial Aid: (903) Hill College 112 Lamar Drive Hillsboro, TX 7665 P.O. Box 619 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 3,08 Main: (25) Admissions: (25) x 239 Financial Aid: (25) x 21 Houston Community College System 3100 Main at Elgin P.O. Box Houston, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 35,595 Main: (713) Student Services: (713) Howard College 1001 Birdwell Lane Big Spring, TX Fall Enrollment: 2,713 Main: (866) Admissions: (915) Financial Aid: (915) Kilgore College 1100 Broadway Kilgore, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment:,815 Main: (903) Admissions: (903) Financial Aid: 903) Kingwood College (North Harris Montgomery Community College District) Kingwood Drive Humble, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 6,837 Main: (800) Admissions: (281) Financial Aid: (281) Lamar Institute of Technology 855 East Lavaca Street P.O. Box 1003 Beaumont, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 2,711 Main: (09) Admissions: (09) Financial Aid: (09) Lamar State College at Orange 10 Front Street Orange, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 2,132 Main: (09) Admissions: (09) Financial Aid: (09) Lamar State College at Port Arthur 1500 Procter Street P.O. Box 310 Port Arthur, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 2,986 Main: (09) Admissions: (09) Financial Aid: (09) Lamar University 00 MLK Boulevard P.O. Box Beaumont, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 10,523 Main: (09) Admissions: (09) Financial Aid: (09) Laredo Community College West End Washington Street Laredo, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 8,169 Main: (956) Admissions: (956) Financial Aid: (956) Lee College 511 South Whiting Street Baytown, TX P.O. Box 818, Fall Enrollment:,576 Main: (281) Admissions: (281) Financial Aid: (281) McLennan Community College 100 College Drive Waco, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 7,638 Main: (25) Admissions: (25) Midland College 3600 North Garfield Midland, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 5,58 Main: (32) Admissions: (32) Financial Aid: (32) Midwestern State University 310 Taft Boulevard Wichita Falls, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 6,182 Main: (90) Admissions: (800) Financial Aid: (90) Montgomery College (North Harris Montgomery Community College District) 3200 College Park Drive Conroe, TX 7738 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 7,971 Main: (936) Admissions: (936)

22 Mountain View College (Dallas County Community College District) 89 West Illinois Avenue Dallas, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 6,10 Main: (21) Admissions: (21) Financial Aid: (21) Navarro College 3200 West 7th Avenue Corsicana, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 6,359 Main: (903) Admissions: (903) Financial Aid: (903) North Central Texas College 1525 West California Gainesville, TX 7620 Fall Enrollment: 6,967 Main: (90) Admissions: (90) Financial Aid: (90) North Harris College (North Harris Montgomery Community College District) 2700 W.W. Thorne Drive Houston, TX Fall Enrollment: 11,66 Main: (281) Admissions: (281) Financial Aid: (281) North Lake College (Dallas County Community College District) 5001 North MacArthur Boulevard Irving, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 8,623 Main: (972) Admissions: (972) Financial Aid: (972) Northeast Texas Community College FM Road 1735 P.O. Box 1307 Mount Pleasant, TX 7556 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 2,507 Main: (903) Admissions: (903) Northwest Vista College (Alamo Community College District) 3535 North Ellison Drive San Antonio, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 9,151 Main: (210) Financial Aid: (210) Odessa College 201 West University Odessa, TX 7976 Fall 2005 Enrollment:,788 Main: (32) Admissions: (32) Financial Aid: (32) Palo Alto College (Alamo Community College District) 100 West Villaret Boulevard San Antonio, TX 7822 Fall Enrollment: 8,065 Main: (210) Admissions: (210) Financial Aid: (210) Panola College 1109 West Panola Street Carthage, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,922 Main: (903) Admissions: (903) Financial Aid: (903) Paris Junior College 200 Clarksville Street Paris, TX 7560 Fall 2005 Enrollment:,26 Main: (903) Admissions: (903) Financial Aid: (903) Prairie View A&M University FM Road 1098 University Drive P.O. Box 188 Prairie View, TX 776 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 7,912 Main: (936) Admissions: (936) Financial Aid: (936) /222 Ranger College 1100 College Circle Ranger, TX 7670 Fall 2005 Enrollment: Main: (25) Admissions: (25) x 215 Financial Aid: (25) x 217 Richland College (Dallas County Community College District) Abrams Road Dallas, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 13,522 Main: (972) /6100 Admissions: (972) Financial Aid: (972) /6187 Round Rock Higher Education Center 1555 University Boulevard Austin, TX 7866 Fall 2005 Enrollment: N/A Main: (512) Admissions: (512) Financial Aid: (512) Sam Houston State University 1903 University Avenue Huntsville, TX 7731 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 15,308 Main: (866) Admissions: (936) Financial Aid: (936) San Antonio College (Alamo Community College District) 1300 San Pedro Avenue San Antonio, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 21,555 Main: (210) Admissions: (210) Financial Aid: (210) Student Assistance Line: (210) San Jacinto College District Central Campus 8060 Spencer Highway Pasadena, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 12,627 Main: (281) Admissions: (281) Financial Aid: (281) North Campus 5800 Uvalde Road Houston, TX 7709 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 5,529 Main: (281) Admissions: (281) Financial Aid: (281) South Campus Beamer Road Houston, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 8,55 Main: (281) Admissions: (281) Financial Aid: (281) South Plains College 101 South College Avenue Levelland, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 9,233 Main: (806) Admissions: (806) , x 2187/22375 Financial Aid: (806) , x 3800 South Texas College 3201 Pecan Boulevard P.O. Box 9701 McAllen, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 16,233 Main: (956) Admissions: (956) Financial Aid: (956) Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf 3200 Avenue C Big Spring, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: Main: (32) (V/TDD) Admissions: (32) (V/TDD) Financial Aid: (32) (V/TDD) Southwest Texas Junior College 201 Garner Field Road Uvalde, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 5,067 Main: (830) Admissions: (830) Financial Aid: (830) St. Philip s College (Alamo Community College District) 1801 Martin Luther King Boulevard San Antonio, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 10,187 Main: (210) Financial Aid: (210) Stephen F. Austin State University 1936 North Street P.O. Box SFA Station Nacogdoches, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 11,290 Main: (936) Admissions: (936) /2085 Financial Aid: (936) Sul Ross State University P.O. Box C North Harrison Street Alpine, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,918 Main: (32) Admissions: (32) Financial Aid: (32) Sul Ross State University Rio Grande College 205 Wildcat Drive Route 3, Box 1200 Eagle Pass, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,006 Main: (830) Admissions: (830) Financial Aid: (830) Tarleton State University 1333 West Washington Stephenville, TX 7601 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 9,1 Main: (25) Admissions: (25) Financial Aid: (25) Tarrant County College District Northeast Campus 828 Harwood Road Hurst, TX 7605 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 12,372 Main: (817) Financial Aid: (817) Northwest Campus 801 Marine Creek Parkway Fort Worth, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 7,356 Main: (817) Admissions: (817) Financial Aid: (817) South Campus 5301 Campus Drive Fort Worth, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 9,885 Main: (817) Financial Aid: (817) Southeast Campus 2100 Southeast Parkway Arlington, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 8,975 Main: (817) Financial Aid: (817) Temple College 2600 South First Street Temple, TX 7650 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 3,897 Main: (25) Admissions: (25) Financial Aid: (25) Texarkana College 2500 North Robison Road Texarkana, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 3,682 Main: (903) Admissions: (903) x 3012 Financial Aid: (903) x321/5565 Texas A&M International University 5201 University Boulevard Laredo, TX 7801 Fall 2005 Enrollment:,289 Main: (956) Admissions: (956) Financial Aid: (956) Texas A&M University 1265 TAMU College Station, TX 7783 Fall 2005 Enrollment:,578 Main: (979) Admissions: (979) Financial Aid: (979) Texas A&M University Galveston 5007 Avenue U P.O. Box 1675 Galveston, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,661 Main: (877) Admissions: (09) 70-1 Financial Aid: (09) Texas A&M University Commerce 2600 West Neal Street P.O. Box 3011 Commerce, TX 7529 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 8,677 Main: (903) Admissions: (903) Financial Aid: (903) Texas A&M University Corpus Christi 6300 Ocean Drive Corpus Christi, TX 7812 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 8,355 Main: (361) Admissions: (361) Financial Aid: (361) Texas A&M University Kingsville 700 University Boulevard, MSC 128 Kingsville, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 6,662 Main: (361) Admissions: (361) Financial Aid: (800) Texas A&M University Kingsville System Center at Palo Alto 100 West Villaret San Antonio, TX 7822 Fall 2005 Enrollment: NA Main: (210) Main: (210) Admissions: (361) Financial Aid: (800)

23 Texas A&M University Texarkana 2600 North Robison Road P.O. Box 5518 Texarkana, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,59 Main: (903) Admissions: (903) Financial Aid: (903) Texas Southern University 3100 Cleburne Avenue Houston, TX 7700 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 11,78 Main: (713) Admissions: (713) Financial Aid: (713) Texas State Technical College (TSTC) TSTC Harlingen 1902 North Loop Harlingen, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment:,257 Main: (800) Admissions: (800) Financial Aid: (800) TSTC Marshall 200 East End Boulevard South Marshall, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: Main: (800) TSTC Waco 3801 Campus Drive Waco, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment:,528 Main: (800) TSTC West Texas 300 Homer K. Taylor Drive Sweetwater, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,660 Main: (800) Texas State University San Marcos 601 University Drive San Marcos, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 27,129 Main: (512) Admissions: (512) /230 Financial Aid: (512) Texas Tech University 2500 Broadway P.O. Box 2005 Lubbock, TX 7909 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 27,90 Main: (806) Admissions: (806) Financial Aid: (806) Texas Woman s University 30 Administration Drive P.O. Box Denton, TX 7620 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 11,326 Main: (90) Financial Aid: (90) The University Center 3232 College Park Drive The Woodlands, TX 7738 Fall 2005 Enrollment: NA Main: (936) Admissions: (936) Financial Aid: (936) The Universities Center at Dallas 1901 Main Street Dallas, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,399 Main: (21) Admissions: (21) Financial Aid: (21) The University of Texas at Arlington 701 South Nedderman Drive P.O. Box Arlington, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 25,352 Main: (817) Admissions: (817) Financial Aid: (817) The University of Texas at Arlington Fort Worth Center 7300 Jack Newell Boulevard South Fort Worth, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: NA Main: (817) Financial Aid: (817) The University of Texas at Austin 1925 San Jacinto Boulevard Austin, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 9,233 Main: (512) Admissions: (512) Financial Aid: (512) The University of Texas at Brownsville/Texas Southmost College 80 Fort Brown Brownsville, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment:,759 Main: (956) The University of Texas at Dallas 800 West Campbell Road P.O. Box Richardson, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,399 Main: (972) Admissions: (972) Financial Aid: (972) The University of Texas at El Paso 500 West University Avenue El Paso, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 19,257 Main: (915) Admissions: (915) Financial Aid: (915) The University of Texas at San Antonio 6900 North Loop 160 West San Antonio, TX 7829 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 27,291 Main: (210) Admissions: (210) Financial Aid: (210) The University of Texas at Tyler 3900 University Boulevard Tyler, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 5,76 Main: (903) Admissions: (903) Financial Aid: (903) The University of Texas at Pan American 1201 University Drive Edinburg, TX 7851 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 17,08 Main: (866) Financial Aid: (956) The University of Texas of the Permian Basin 901 East University Boulevard Odessa, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 3,06 Main: (32) Admissions: (866) Financial Aid: (32) Tomball College (North Harris Montgomery Community College District) Tomball Parkway Tomball, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 7,600 Main: (281) Admissions: (281) Financial Aid: (281) Trinity Valley Community College 100 Cardinal Drive Athens, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 5,658 Main: (903) Financial Aid: (903) Tyler Junior College 1327 South Baxter Avenue Tyler, TX P.O. Box 9020, Fall 2005 Enrollment: 9,265 Main: (903) Admissions: (903) Financial Aid: (903) University of Houston 800 Calhoun Road Houston, TX 7720 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 3,582 Main: (713) Admissions: (713) Financial Aid: (713) University of Houston System at Cinco Ranch 22 South Mason Road Katy, TX 7750 Fall 2005 Enrollment: N/A Main: (832) Main: (832) Financial Aid: (832) University of Houston System at Sugar Land 1000 University Boulevard Sugar Land, TX 7779 Fall 2005 Enrollment: NA Main: (281) Financial Aid: (281) University of Houston Clear Lake 2700 Bay Area Boulevard Abilene Christian University University 1600 Campus Court ACU Box Abilene, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment:,683 Main: (325) Admissions: (800) Financial Aid: 800) Amberton University 1700 Eastgate Drive Garland, TX 7501 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,70 Houston, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 7,826 Main: (281) Financial Aid: (281) University of Houston Downtown One Main Street Houston, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 11,33 Main: (713) Admissions: (713) Financial Aid: (713) University of Houston Victoria 3007 North Ben Wilson Victoria, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 2,91 Main: (361) Admissions: (361) Financial Aid: (361) University of North Texas 801 North Texas Boulevard P.O. Box Denton, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 32,07 Main: (90) Admissions: (800) Financial Aid: ( University of North Texas System Center at Dallas 8915 South Hampton Road Dallas, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: NA Main: (972) Admissions: (972) Financial Aid: (972) Vernon College 00 College Drive Vernon, TX 7638 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 2,78 INDEPENDENT INSTITUTIONS Main: (972) Admissions: (972) Financial Aid: (972) Austin College 900 North Grand Sherman, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,370 Main: (903) Admissions: (800) Financial Aid: (800) Main: (90) Financial Aid: (90) Victoria College 2200 East Red River Victoria, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 3,980 Main: (361) Admissions: (361) Financial Aid: (361) Weatherford College 225 College Park Drive Weatherford, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment:,37 Main: (800) Financial Aid: (817) x 295 West Texas A&M University 2501 th Avenue Canyon, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 7,293 Main: (806) Admissions: (806) Financial Aid: (806) Western Texas College 6200 College Avenue Snyder, TX 7959 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,756 Main: (325) Admissions: ( x 309 Wharton County Junior College 911 Boling Highway Wharton, TX 7788 Fall 2005 Enrollment: 6,008 Main: (979) Admissions: (979) Financial Aid: (979) Baylor University One Bear Place, #97056 Waco, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 13,975 Main: (25) Admissions: (800) BAYLOR-U, option 8, 2 Admissions: (800) BAYLOR-U Concordia University 300 IH 35 North Austin, TX Fall 2005 Enrollment: 1,193