Is college in your near future?
There are steps that potential college students need to take once you know that you want to go to college.
Step 1: Apply to the college by filling out an online application. You can save your progress if you don't finish.
**Make sure to write down your student ID number. This number transfers to other colleges with you.**
Step 2: Take the Accuplacer entrance exam.
This test can be taken any day at BTC or WCC. You have to finish the online application first. If you want to study for the Accuplacer, you can use the white ACCUPLACER binders in the Transition Planning lab or study online.
Step 3: Student orientation.
- BTC online orientation - Click the link to watch the new student orientation video. Take notes because there is a lot to learn.
- WCC in-person orientation - Click to schedule a orientation at WCC.
Step 4: Complete Financial Aid application. This paperwork is called the FAFSA (Free Application For Student Aid).
Step 5: Contact DVR. You need to let your DVR case manager know about your plans before you start. They will be able to help you out in many ways.
You can ask one of your teachers for assistance contacting DVR.
With time and grit, you will be on your way to college graduation.
