University of WyomingAdmissions

THE PATH TO COLLEGE

Quick factsWelcome to your future It’s your choiceTest your knowledgeAdmissions awarenessHathaway Invest in yourselfResourcesStep by stepReach new heights

OUR TRAIL TODAY

2010 U.S. Census- Earn 60% more with a bachelor’s degree than high school diploma.

In a lifetime- Earning potential is $1.1 million with a college degree. A Master’s degree earning potential is $2 million.

ACTstudent.com- By 2028 there will be 19 million more jobs for educated workers than there are qualified workers.

QUICK FACTS

What’s your preference? Future Career

Major Research

Accreditation Location

In-state Out of state

School Size Large Small

Campus Life Clubs Sports Entertainment Travel

WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE

University (4 yr.)Community College (2 yr.)Technical Public vs. Private

IT'S YOUR CHOICE

ACT (Composite is the average score) English Mathematics Reading Science Writing (typically optional)

SAT Reading Math Writing (typically optional)

Check admissions standards to understand how that school uses your test scores.

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE

ApplicationApplication fee might be requiredTranscripts (GPA requirement)Test Scores (Score requirement)AP Scores or College Credit TranscriptsEssay may be requiredReference Letters may be required

ADMISSIONS AWARENESS

GPA and Test Score Basic application Cumulative high school GPA ACT/SAT scores

Highest vs. most recent score Writing or subject sections

Holistic Application GPA ACT/SAT Scores Essay Letters of recommendation Interview process

APPLICATION TYPE

HATHAWAY

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Federal Student Aid1. Get FREE info:

1. School counselor2. Financial Aid Office3. U.S. Department of Education

2. Create a PIN3. Collect documents

1. W-2 form2. Income/tax records

4. Complete the FAFSA5. Review your SAR and EFC6. Contact financial Aid office if you have questions

INVEST IN YOURSELF

1. Grants2. Work

Study3. Loans

Scholarships Explore beginning of senior year for requirements and

deadlines Maintain a high GPA Take advanced courses Study Take ACT/SAT also consider the pre-tests Get involved in activities and sports APPLY!

INVEST IN YOURSELF

CLICKABLE RESOURCES

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STEP BY STEP

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REACH NEW HEIGHTS