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It’s kind of a big deal. Cliché as it may sound, what you choose to do today may largely determine how it all turns out. If higher pay, financial security, greater opportunity, better health, and employment are things you’d like to have be a part of your next 80 years or so, some type of higher education should be in your future. Maybe get a bachelor’s degree in engineering or an associate degree in Nursing. Or why not become a certified motorcycle mechanic or professional massage therapist? Whether you’ll be a home- maker, athlete, lawyer or anything in-between, the experiences you’ll gain through higher education will open up a world of opportunities and prepare you for life. Average Salary Based on Educational Attainment *Data collected from people ages 25 and over: Earnings are for full-time wage and salary workers. Source: Current Population Survey, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor.

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Professional Degree Why COLLEGE? Master’s Degree College can be a valuable experience and asset to your future. Here are a few reason why you should consider a college degree.

Bachelor’s Degree Earn More Money –Those who graduate from Build Connections – College is a great place college earn more money than those with only 4 to meet new people, make friends, and 1 a high school diploma. On average, someone network. The friends you make in college are with a college degree can earn $1,100 a week often friends you will have for life. You also Associate Degree as opposed to just $638 with a high school have the opportunity to network through diploma. Whatever your dreams are, a college classmates and professors. degree can help you get there. Some or No College Better Future for your Family – 71% of Better Health – Studies continue to show that 5 students with at least one parent with a 2 college graduates tend to have a healthier life, bachelor’s degree will apply to college both physically and mentally. themselves, as opposed to 26% of those who High School Diploma do not. Start a tradition that will be passed More Opportunity – Graduating from college to your children by setting the example and 3 increases your choices for future careers and earning a bachelor’s degree. Less than a High provides you with specialized skills and train- School Diploma ing that are essential in today’s workforce.

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brigham young university-idaho college of southern idaho

The College of Southern Idaho celebrates its 50th Boise Bible College’s 16-acre campus lies in a subur- Maybe it’s our central location at the heart of the Founded in 1888, BYU-Idaho cultivates a distinctive year in 2015. With the addition of our newest ban neighborhood with easy access to shopping capital-the hub of government, business, heath- environment in accordance with the standards of building, the Applied Technology and Innovation centers, parks, employment, and the Greenbelt care, innovation, or our strong connections with its sponsor, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Center, allows for our 85 technical and 55 academic along the Boise River. Most students live in a new hundreds of companies and organizations in the Saints. While most universities are research-focused programs to be located on our 315-acre campus dormitory, which carefully balances community life region. Maybe it’s because we’re Idaho’s metropol- and faculty-centered, BYU-Idaho is teaching-fo- on the north side of Twin Falls. Partnerships with and private space. Instructional space is designed itan research university, or perhaps it’s our close cused and student-centered. Through hands-on more than 60 school districts across the state allow for plentiful interaction between students and proximity to the adventures that lie in the foothills student instruction and leadership opportunities, some 2,000 juniors and seniors to get a head start instructors and the integration of new technology in along the Greenbelt or down the river. Maybe it’s students are given practical opportunities to build on their college before graduating. By working mind. A new student center opened in 2014; facilitat- the cutting edge technology and academic success skills that will help them become Disciples of Christ closely with Idaho’s four-year universities, students ing the community life and spiritual development of which fuels the University and surrounding commu- and leaders in the workforce. As students engage can earn more than 30 bachelor’s and masters the BBC student body. nity. No matter the reason, coming to Boise state in active teaching and learning, they will become degrees on the Twin Falls campus. Off campus will put you in a culture of innovation with opportu- a qualified leader in their families, the Church, the centers provide many students with hometown nities in all the right places. workplace, and the community. higher education. Amid rising costs for college, The College of Southern Idaho remains Idaho’s most

Taking a Tour: Financial Aid: Taking a Tour: Financial Aid: Taking a Tour: Financial Aid: affordable option for Tuition: (per year) Visit: boisebible.edu Visit: boisebible.edu for Visit: admissions.boisestate. Visit: financialaid. Visit: byui.edu/future- Visit: byui.edu/financial- higher education. Resident: $3,600 or call: 208-376-7731 information. edu/visitus boisestate.edu students > visiting aid Taking a Tour: Deadline: July 15 Call: 208 426-1156 Call: 208-426-1664 campus Deadline: April 15 Visit: whycsi.com Financial Aid: How To Apply: Deadline: Feb. 15th Call: 208-496-1300 (also based on FAFSA) Call: 208-732-6221 Call: 208-732-6273 Visit: boisebible.edu Get In Touch: How To Apply: Visit: csi.edu/financialaid Get In Touch: > apply now boisebible.edu Visit: admissions.boisestate. How To Apply: Get In Touch: Deadline: March 1st Deadline: July 15 208-376-7731 edu/apply boisestate.edu Visit: besmart.com byui.edu/admissions How To Apply: admissions@ Call: 208-426-1156 208-426-1000 Call: 208-496-1300 208-496-1300 Visit: whycsi.com Get In Touch: Tuition: (per year) boisebible.com Email: bsuinfo@boise bsuinfo@boise Deadline: Dec 1st [email protected] Call: 208-732-6221 csi.edu Resident: $11,640 state.edu state.edu Deadline: none 208-733-9554 Deadline: May 15th Tuition: (per year) [email protected] LDS = $3750 Tuition: (per year) Non LDS = $7500 Resident: $6,876

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Eastern Idaho Technical College lewis clark state college

College of Western Idaho (CWI) is located in the Eastern Idaho Technical College provides Idaho State University is a research university Students on the trail of a quality, highly personal- —the state’s cultural and economic Professional Technical Education and is located in located in Pocatello, with additional locations in ized education complemented by a distinctive small hub. The Treasure Valley is recognized nationally as Idaho Falls. Our programs provide hands-on training Idaho Falls, Meridian and Twin Falls. ISU is the state’s college environment will want to explore Lewis- a great place to live, work, and get an education. to give students real world experience in a specific designated leader in the health professions, but with Clark State College (LCSC). LCSC’s faculty and staff CWI is the largest college community in Idaho and field to prepare them to enter the workforce. We more than 250 academic programs and 150 student are truly dedicated to making your college experi- provides students an abundance of opportunities pride ourselves in our small class sizes and high job clubs and organizations, there are plenty of oppor- ence unique to your needs. Located in Lewiston, the for learning. Whether taking classes at the Boise or placement rates for our graduates. For the fiscal tunities to become a part of the Bengal community. tree-lined campus blends traditional and modern the Nampa campus or online, CWI offers affordable year 2014, EITC had a 95% placement rate which Opportunities for undergraduate research, performing structures. LCSC students have the opportunity education with low cost per credit and access to includes graduates continuing their education or in in a nationally-acclaimed performing arts center, and to enjoy wilderness and recreation areas, many of scholarships and financial aid. With a full range of the workforce. We believe in real education and real personal interaction with faculty members are some which are just a few miles away. In all regards, LCSC two-year degrees and professional certificates that jobs for real life. of the reasons our students choose ISU. ISU is at the is a quality institution. transfer to universities or directly to the workforce, heart of an outdoor-lover’s paradise and a short drive the quality of education at CWI competes with any to some of America’s greatest natural wonders and college or university. exciting outdoor recreation opportunities.

Taking a Tour: Financial Aid: Taking a Tour: Financial Aid: Taking a Tour: Financial Aid: Taking a Tour: Financial Aid: Visit: cwidaho.cc/visit (based on FAFSA) Call: 208-524-3000 Visit: eitc.edu/financial.cfm Visit: isu.edufuture/visit Visit: isu.edu/finaid Visit: lcsc.edu/visit- Visit: lcsc.edu/ Call: 208-562-3000 Call: 208-562-3000 or 208-535-5337 Call: 208-535-5374 Call: 208-282-2123 Call: 208-282-2756 campus/ financialaid or Deadline: July 13th Deadline: June 1st Call: 208.792.2378 Call: 208.792.2224

How To Apply: How To Apply: How To Apply: Get In Touch: Deadline: March 1. Visit: cwidaho.cc/apply Get In Touch: Visit: eitc.edu/ Get In Touch: Visit: apply.isu.edu isu.edu How To Apply: Call: 208-562-3000 cwidaho.cc/contact admissions.cfm www.eitc.edu Call: 208-282-2475 208-282-2123 Visit: lcsc.edu/admissions Get In Touch: [email protected] 208-562-3000 Call: 208-524-3000 208-524-3000 Deadline: August 1 [email protected] Deadline: March 1. lcsc.edu Deadline: August 7 [email protected] Deadline: none [email protected] 208-792-2210 Pocatello: isu.edu Tuition: (per year) Tuition: (per year) [email protected] Idaho Falls: isu.edu/ifche Tuition: (per year) Tuition: (per year) Resident $6,784 Resident: $6,000. Meridian: isu.edu/meridian In-District: $3,264 Resident: $2,334 Out-of-District: $4,264 Twin Falls: isu.edu/tfctr

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THE northwest nazarene UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1933, North Idaho College is a compre- Founded in 1891, The College of Idaho is the state’s Northwest Nazarene University is a comprehensive As a student of Idaho’s leading research and hensive community college located on the shores oldest private liberal arts college. The C of I has a Christian university committed to the transforma- land-grant university, you will benefit from our of Lake Coeur d’Alene. NIC offers over 150 degrees legacy of academic excellence, winning athletics tion of the whole person. With more than 60 areas innovative academic programs, exceptional student and certificates in a wide spectrum of programs. and a history of successful graduates, including of undergraduate study, graduate and doctoral living and learning environment, outstanding NIC operates with an open-door admissions policy seven Rhodes Scholars, 14 Marshall, and Truman and programs to choose from, you’ll never have to settle research opportunities, and a proven track record and as one of three community colleges in Idaho, Goldwater Scholars. The College’s close-knit, residen- for less than your true passion. Our grads leave NNU for high–achieving graduates. You will study side- NIC works closely with The University of Idaho, tial campus is located in Caldwell. Its distinctive PEAK prepared to embark on a career path and to pursue by-side with world-class professors, who challenge Lewis-Clark State College, Idaho State University, Curriculum challenges students to attain competen- advanced degrees. NNU also places a high value and encourage you to expand your personal and and Boise State University to provide club and cies in the four knowledge peaks of the humanities, on relationships with our 40 clubs and organiza- intellectual boundaries. Our beautiful residential organization opportunities for students. North natural sciences, social sciences and professional tions, international missions, study abroad opportu- campus, in Moscow, offers intimate learning experi- Idaho College also offers a variety of club opportu- field. In 2014, The C of I was named Idaho’s No. 1 nities and campus events. Opportunities for growth ences that attract the best students from the state nities for students and is known for its competitive college by Forbes, and among the Best National and involvement abound at NNU. and nation. Become a part of our 126 year tradition athletic programs. Liberal Arts Colleges by U.S. News & World Report. of leadership and excellence.

Taking a Tour: Financial Aid: Taking a Tour: Financial Aid: Taking a Tour: Financial Aid: Taking a Tour: Financial Aid: Visit: nic.edu/ Visit: nic.edu/financialaid Visit: love.nnu.edu/#visit (based on admission Visit: collegeofidaho. Visit: collegeofidaho.edu Visit: uidaho.edu/your-visit (based on admission edu > admissions > visit admissions/visit Call: 208-769-3368 Call: 208-467-8640 or application & FAFSA) /financialaid Call: 208-885-6163 application & FAFSA) campus Call: 208-769-3311 Deadline: March 15 Email: [email protected] Call: 208-467-8638 Call: 208-459-5307 Visit: uidaho.edu/ Deadline: Feb 15th How To Apply: Deadline: March 15th How To Apply: financialaid How To Apply: Get In Touch: How To Apply: Visit: uidaho.edu/apply-now Visit: commonapp.org Call: 208-885-6312 Visit: www.nic.edu/ nic.edu Visit: love.nnu.edu Get In Touch: Get In Touch: Call: 208-885-6326 and select “The College Deadline: Feb 15th. apply 877-404-4536 Call: 1-877-NNU-4-YOU love.nnu.edu collegeofidaho.edu/ Email: admissions@ of Idaho” Call: 208-769-3311 [email protected] Email: [email protected] 208-467-8000 admission uidaho.edu Deadline: May 1st Get In Touch: 208-459-5305 Deadline: varies Deadline: none [email protected] Deadline: Feb. 15th uidaho.edu/my-idaho admission@ Tuition: (per year) 208-885-6163 Tuition: (per year) Tuition: (per year) collegeofidaho.edu Tuition: (per year) Resident: $25,400 futurestudents@ Resident: $7,020 Resident: $3,214 Resident: $27,750 uidaho.edu

12 | HIGHER EDUCATION HIGHER EDUCATION | 1 3 IDAHO TECHNICAL Positive PlacemenT : of technical college completers found 92% jobs or continued their education.

COLLEGES 61% obtained training-related employment. 81% obtained a training-related job, were in the military, or pursued additional education.

Professional-Technical Education Technical colleges at community colleges: We believe all Idaho residents deserve the opportunity to College of Southern Idaho, College of Western Idaho, experience the dignity of work and the education required to and North Idaho College prepare them for it. As Idaho’s primary educational delivery system for workforce education, professional-technical Technical colleges at 4 year institutions: education (PTE) in Idaho is critical to the big picture of Idaho State University and Lewis-Clark State College lifelong learning, ongoing training and education, economic vitality, and success in the workplace. Stand-alone technical college: To learn more visit: www.pte.idaho.gov Eastern Idaho Technical College

Nationally, the ratio of What programs do you offer? jobs in our economy is:

▶▶ Agriculture & Natural Resources ▶▶ Business Management & Marketing 1:2:7 ▶▶ Engineering & Technology For every 1 occupation that ▶▶ Family & Consumer Sciences requires a master’s degree or more, 2 professional jobs ▶▶ Health Professions require a university degree, and there are 7 jobs requiring ▶▶ Individualized Occupational Training a 1-year certificate or 2-year ▶▶ Skilled & Technical Sciences degree. Each of these techni- cians are in very high-skilled, high-demand areas.

14 | HIGHER EDUCATION HIGHER EDUCATION | 1 5 Can’t decide what school is best for you? Compare what each COMPARE YOUR OPTIONS school offers and get information at a glance here.

DEGREE OFFERINGS Scholarship On-Campus Financial Fall Admission On-Campus Fall 2014 Application Tuition (1 year) Meal Plan Aid Priority Deadline & Fee Housing (1 year) Enrollment Certificates AAS AS/ AA BS/BA Masters PhD/Prof. Deadline (1 year) Deadline

July 15th 177 July 15th $11,640 $3,150 $3,300 July 15th Boise Bible College X X X $25

May 15th Boise State 22,259 February 15th $6,876 $3,159 - $5,229 $3,270 Febrary 15th University X X X X X $50

February 15th LDS = $3,750 Brigham Young 16,193 April 15th $750 - $1,400 $1,200 -$2,000 June 1st University- Idaho X X X $35 Non LDS = $7,500

College of 8,357 No Deadline March 1st $3,600 $2,500 - $3,000 $1,820 - $3,040 July 20 Southern Idaho X X X

August 7th varies In District=$3,264 College of 10,217 N/A N/A July 13th Western Idaho X X X $25 visit: cwidaho.cc/go Out of District= $4,264

No Deadline Eastern Idaho 730 February 15th $2,334 N/A N/A June 1st Technical College X x $15

August 1st Idaho State 13,804 February 15th $6,784 $2,660 $3,001 February 15th University X X X X X X $50

August 8th Lewis-Clark 4,500 March 1st $6,000 $2,560 - $4,530 $2,100 - $3,160 March 1st State College X X X X FREE

August 11th North Idaho College 5,779 March 15th $3,214 $4,450 - $6,710 $2,200 - $3,000 March 15th X X X FREE

No Deadline Northwest 2,036 N/A $27,750 $3,300 $3,300 March 15th Nazarene University X X X X $40

May 1st The College of Idaho 1,200 February 15th $25,400 $4,000 $3,996 February 15th X X FREE

February 15th 12,000 February 15th $7,020 $4,300 - $6,250 $3,400 - $3,800 February 15th University of Idaho X X X $60

16 | HIGHER EDUCATION HIGHER EDUCATION | 1 7 REAL STUDENTS of idaho Real Idaho college students sharing their real stories

Annie Jill Lewis-Clark State College Brigham Young from Boise, ID University-Idaho from Nampa, ID

“I wanted to further my educational opportunities at a school with a small campus where I could know more “College life is the best: you get to live with people. So far it has been a great adventure! This semester your closest friends and be surrounded by I plan on applying to the Education program, I’m excited experts in multiple fields.” for my future as a teacher.” Elisa Northwestern Nazarene University Isaac from Portland, OR Boise Bible College “I decided to go to college not only because I from Eagle, ID knew I wanted to be a nurse, but also because “I decided to go to college so that I could grow in life I was seeking a solid community that would experience and hopefully figure out what it is in my life I help in my transformation from a high schooler actually wanted to do. I had dreams in music, traveling, to an adult.” art, and ministry. Boise Bible College was a name I was familiar with, so I pursued it.” Jared Boise State from Nampa, ID Katie University of Idaho Ella from Sandpoint, ID College of Southern Idaho Steve from Mackay, ID North Idaho College “CSI has been a good transition to a larger city. from Coeur d’Alene, ID I have enjoyed my college experience at CSI and “I love college life. My college experience is have made many great memories here. I like “I am a huge fan of college life. I have found NIC to be “College is absolutely amazing. I was scared at first helping me mature and figure out how I want the classes, I love CSI’s environment, and I have an inspiring environment. It can be challenging, and that I wouldn’t make new friends, and that I would fail, to live my life. “ made many good friends, even among the staff.” there are definitely times where you want to bang your but so far none of that has been a problem. It’s easy to head against the wall, but we work through it and gain meet new people, and there is always someone who valuable knowledge and experiences.” can help you out if you are struggling in classes.”

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Ski Resorts 1 Lake Pend Oreille From North to South: 2 Schweitzer, Silver Mt, Look Out Pass, Brundage Mt, Tamarack, Bogus Basin, Grand Targhee, Sun Valley

Hells Canyon 4

Teton Mountain Range

5 7 6 8 Boise Green Belt 9 Bear Lake 10 11

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Lake Pend Oreille Sawtooth Mountain Range Boise Green Belt The largest lake in the Idaho Part of the Rocky Mountains A recreation trail along the panhandle, spanning 43 miles, and a great place for hiking in banks of the Boise river and the 5th deepest lake in the summer the U.S. at 1,150 ft

Lake Coeur d’Alene Borah Peak Shoshone Falls A natural lake in northern The tallest peak in Idaho with A waterfall located on the Idaho, spanning 25 miles, an elevation of 12,667 ft. Snake River, east of Twin Falls with 109 miles of shoreline Located in the Lost River Range

City of Rocks The Teton Mountain Range Craters of the Moon Expansive state park with A mountain range in Wyoming A park for camping and camping, rock-climbing, near the Idaho border, known hiking with a visitor center hiking, and impressive as a destination spot for skiing, amid dormant lava fields granite rock formations snowboarding, and hiking

Hells Canyon St. Anthony Sand Dunes Bear Lake A ten-mile-wide canyon Sand dunes near BYU-Idaho, A freshwater lake on the Idaho Hot Spots along the border of Idaho a popular location for sand border of Idaho and Utah Whether you need a study break or a weekend getaway, and surfing and bonfires there are plenty of Idaho destinations full of adventure.

HIGHER EDUCATION | 2 1 Preparing FOR COLLEGE

Four steps to help you prepare Idaho colleges and universities, along with the Idaho State Board of Education, believe all students should have education and career goals that will prepare them to experience fulfilling lives, actively participate as educated citizens, and thrive in a particularly competitive and global marketplace. A college and career-ready student is prepared to succeed in college and in postsecondary workforce training programs.

Build an Academic Develop Intellectual Evaluate Progress Explore Postsecondary 01 Foundation 02 and Career Capacity 03 for College 04 Options ▶▶ Go to class, take notes, and do your homework. Do ▶▶ Visit as many college campuses as you can. ▶▶ Don’t slow down during your senior year. ▶▶ Select courses in high school that challenge the the very best academic work possible in every class Take a guided tour and ask questions. Take challenging classes to develop an intellect and develop critical thinking, analysis, you take from middle school through your senior understanding of different subjects and a solid and problem-solving strategies. year of high school. ▶▶ Learn how much college costs. Submit the Free academic preparation for college courses. Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) by ▶▶ Practice creative problem solving, increase ▶▶ Speak with a counselor about your course choices; the priority deadline. Ask a college financial aid ▶▶ Take Advanced Placement (AP), International written and oral communication and teamwork ask for advice on enhancing college readiness skills. advisor about scholarships, grants, loans, and Baccalaureate (IB), or Concurrent Enrollment skills, and become technology proficient. work study. (CE) classes that lead to college credit and ▶▶ Throughout middle school and high school years, provide direct experience in college-level ▶▶ Establish time management skills and study use external methods (such as the EXPLORE, ▶▶ Take a college entrance exam (ACT or SAT) at studies. Select Concurrent Enrollment classes habits to prepare for the greater amount of PLAN, and ACT sequence of tests, or ACCUPLACER) least twice before applying to colleges. that apply to general education, a certificate, independent work required in college. to determine how close you are to being ready or a degree that fits your educational plans. for college. ▶▶ Submit college admission applications by the priority deadline (often in November/December ▶▶ Adjust study habits and school course choices of your senior year). appropriately to address your academic weaknesses and stay on track.

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Concentrate on developing English & 9 credits (English: 8 credits Concentrate on developing read- technical reading, writing, and Consider the classes you should take now and Speech: 1 credit) ing, writing, and research skills. Language Arts research skills. to prepare for your college career Students interested in the STEM 6 credits, including Algebra 1 Take required mathematics degrees should take at least one and Geometry standards. Two courses and focus on the applica- mathematics course beyond Mathematics credits must be taken in the tion of math concepts related to Algebra II, ideally as much math as last year of high school. your chosen career goal. possible including calculus.

Students interested in STEM Choose science courses aligned 6 credits degrees are encouraged to explore with your occupational goals and Science (including 4 laboratory) coursework in physics, chemistry, personal interests. biology, and other core sciences.

Choose social sciences classes Choose social sciences classes Social Science that provide a strong academic that provide a strong academic 5 credits & Social Studies foundation but also enable you to foundation but also enable you to explore a variety of career paths. explore a variety of career paths.

Build a foundation for a healthy Build a foundation for a healthy Health 1 credit lifestyle that is key to college and lifestyle that is key to college and career success. career success.

Choose challenging electives that Choose challenging electives that Required 17 credits match your career interests and match your career interests and Electives other educational goals. other educational goals.

Consider taking a foreign Take 2+ years of the same language World N/A language class as a pathway to (other than English) in a progres- Languages developing employable skills. sive manner during high school.

Complete a project related to Complete a project related to your District Senior Project your career interests and educa- career interests and educational Requirements tional goals. goals.

Take the ACT or SAT at least twice Take the ACT or SAT at least twice Take either the ACT, SAT, or for best results. Schedule the for best results. Schedule the College COMPASS exam before the test early in your senior year in test early in your senior year in Entrance Exam end of the 11th grade (starting order to meet college application order to meet college application 2014-2015 school year). deadlines. deadlines.

ISAT: Pass ISAT with a score This step is usually completed in This step is usually completed in of Proficient or Advanced in middle school/junior high. See middle school/junior high. See ISAT Exam Reading, Math, and Language your high school counselor with your high school counselor with Usage. questions. questions.

24 | HIGHER EDUCATION HIGHER EDUCATION | 2 5 FINANCIAL AID College can be expensive, but there are resources available to help.

Financial-Aid FAFSA One of the first things students think of when it comes to Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid getting a college education is the cost. Getting a college (FAFSA) is the first step to obtaining financial assistance education is an investment that will pay you back many to help you pay for college. Many schools require that a times over for the rest of your life. Don’t be intimidated by student complete the FAFSA as part of the scholarship the price tag of an education. There are many resources application process. The FAFSA is used to determine the available to help you afford higher education. The first amount of federal financial aid (grants, work study, and step is to become informed about the options available to student loans) you might be eligible for. you, and to get comfortable speaking higher education’s financial language. Scholarships Scholarships are a form of financial assistance that do Here are some suggestions that will not need to be repaid once a student graduates from help as you explore your options: college. There are thousands of scholarships available. Scholarships can be awarded for leadership, academic ▶▶Pay attention to the financial literacy course you take merit, financial need, talent, and more. Colleges have their during your junior or senior year. own scholarships that you need to apply for and many organizations offer scholarships to students no matter ▶▶Set up an appointment with your high school which college they choose to attend. Students who attend counseling center to learn about financial options. college in Idaho can visit the Idaho State Board of Education website at www.boardofed.idaho.gov for ▶▶Actively listen and take part in college information on available scholarships. presentations and events at your high school.

▶▶Visit the colleges that interest you. Schedule an appointment to speak with an admissions counselor and with a financial aid counselor when you go to visit the campuses. Ask them to explain as much as they can about the help that might be available to you should you decide to attend.

▶▶Have a conversation with your parents or guardians about the cost of higher education. There may be scholarship opportunities based on where your parents or guardians work. Don’t be intimidated by the ▶▶Review the resources available to you at studentaid. ed.gov. Find the “FAFSA4caster” tool on this website price tag of an education. and use it to help you see what aid you might be There are many resources eligible to receive. available to help you afford higher education.

26 | HIGHER EDUCATION HIGHER EDUCATION | 2 7 FAFSA: The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is a free Rolling Admissions : Rolling admissions is a procedure by financial aid application form used to determine eligibility for which the college evaluates applicants on a first-come, first- COLLEGE TERMS TO KNOW need-based federal financial aid. Applications are accepted serve basis. Applicants are screened as soon as they submit all after January 1. Early application is strongly encouraged. application materials. The college may consider applications Know the lingo before you head to college. Students should apply during their senior year. Visit www. on a weekly or monthly schedule. Applicants receive a notice of FAFSA.gov. the decision a short time after application.

Grant: A grant is a form of financial aid that does not have to be Scholarship : A scholarship is a form of financial aid that Accreditation : Accreditation is the recognition that an insti- Bachelor’s Degree/baccalaureate (B.A., B.S.): A bachelor’s repaid or earned by working. Grants are usually based on finan- does not have to be repaid or earned through employment. tution maintains standard requisites for its graduates to gain degree is achieved through a four-year program that provides cial need; however, academic merit may also be considered. Scholarship usually refers to an award based on academic admission to other reputable institutions of higher learning in-depth, specialized knowledge in a major field of study. merit; however, scholarships are also awarded for performing or to achieve credentials for professional practice. The goal of Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degrees International Baccalaureate (IB): community service, leadership, talent, etc. Financial need may accreditations is to ensure that education provided by institu- prepare students for employment in fields from Accounting to An international bacca- also be required. tions of higher education meet acceptable levels of quality. Theatre, or for further studies. laureate is a program offered in some schools that provides academically challenging courses. IB Diploma students take courses in six subjects and complete a “core” that includes SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) : The SAT is a globally recog- Accuplacer: The purpose of Accuplacer tests is to provide you Certificate:A certificate is generally a one-year program community service and an extended essay. High schools nized college admission test that lets students show colleges with useful information about your academic skills in math, that leads directly to entry level employment in a specific teach the courses, but the broad curriculum is provided by what they know and how they can apply that knowledge. It English, and reading. The results of the assessment, in conjunc- occupation such as aviation pilot, diesel mechanic, or International Baccalaureate and students around the world tests knowledge in reading, writing and math subjects that tion with your academic background, goals, and interests, are respiratory therapist. take the same final exams. Courses can last one or two years, are taught every day in high school classrooms. Most students used by academic advisors to determine your course selection. and a passing grade on the final exams or the attainment of take the SAT during their junior or senior year of high school. You cannot “pass” or “fail” the placement tests, but it is very Community College: A community college is a two-year an IB diploma can make a student eligible for college credit, Colleges and universities require students to take this test or important that you do your very best on these tests so that you college that serves the residents of a local or regional area. advanced placement in college classes, or other benefits. the ACT prior to applying for admission. will have an accurate measure of your academic skills. Most of these colleges admit all or most of the students who apply. Some programs, such as Nursing, may be more selec- Higher Education: Higher education, also called postsec- Semester : A semester is a term used for an academic calendar ACT Aspire: The ACT Aspire (formerly called pre-ACT, ACT tive. Students receive an associate degree after two years ondary education, is a term that refers to colleges, universities, period of about 16-18 weeks that makes up half or the usual Plan, or ACT Explore) is an online testing system for students of successful full-time study. Additionally, many technical and any education beyond high school that leads to a certifi- academic year for schools that use that system. in grades 3-8 as well as early high school. These tests assess programs of study are taught at these colleges. Many students cate or a college degree. English, math, reading, science and writing contents for all who enter general education programs (equivalent to the Subsidized Loan: grades. The assessment is used to highlight progress towards first two years of a bachelor’s degree program) transfer to a A subsidized loan is a need-based loan, Loan: ACT College Readiness Standards and Benchmarks and is four-year college or university. A loan is money you borrow and must pay back such as a Direct Subsidized Stafford. The federal government aligned to what students are learning in school. with interest, so be sure you understand your options and pays the interest on subsidized loans during the borrower’s in-school, grace, and deferment periods. Concurrent Enrollment/Dual Enrollment (CE, DE): responsibilities. Admissions & Scholarship Index: Admissions and scholar- The concurrent enrollment/dual enrollment program makes Merit-based Aid: Technical College: ship decisions can be based on an index of GPA and ACT scores college courses available to eligible high school students Merit-based aid is financial aid that is Technical colleges prepare skilled workers at some of our institutions of higher education. The score during their junior and senior years. Students earn both high dependent on academic, artistic, or athletic merit. This type of in specific occupations that generally do not require a bache- may also be used for placement. For more information please school credit and regular college credit which is recorded on a aid does not require demonstration of financial need. lors or more advanced degree. Technical college students can contact the institution of your choice to determine if this college transcript. earn certificates that prepare them directly for employment in is applicable. Need-based Aid: Need-based aid is financial aid that is a few months to a little more than a year. Credit Hour: A credit hour is a unit used to measure the dependent on demonstration of financial need. Most sources Transcript : Advanced Placement Program (AP): The advanced place- amount of school work a student has enrolled for or completed. of financial aid that are provided by the government are A transcript is an official copy of a student’s ment program is a service of the College Board that provides need-based. educational record. high schools with course descriptions in college subjects FERPA: The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act is a Open Admissions: Tuition: and Advanced Placement Examinations in those subjects. federal privacy law that gives parents certain protections Open admission is a college admissions Tuition is the charge for attending a college or High schools teach the courses and give the examinations to with regard to their children’s education records, such as policy of admitting virtually all applicants with high school university class. interested students. Those who pass the exams are eligible for report cards, transcripts, disciplinary records, contact and diplomas or its equivalent. Conventional academic qualifica- advanced placement or college credit. family information, and class schedules. Parents have the tions, such as high school subjects taken, high school grades, University: A university is an institution of higher learning right to review their child’s education records and to request and admissions test scores are not used to limit enrollment, that offers both undergraduate (associate and bachelor’s) and Applied Associate Degree (A.A.S.): An A.A.S. is a two-year changes under limited circumstances. To protect a child’s but can affect placement. graduate (master’s and doctoral) programs. Universities vary program that provides broader knowledge in fields ranging privacy, the law generally requires schools to ask for written considerably in programs offered and in size. Compared to from Biomanufactruing and Computer Information Systems to consent before disclosing their personally identifiable informa- Pell Grant: A pell grant is money awarded directly to students colleges, universities are usually larger, offer more courses Dental Hygiene and Digital Media. The in-depth knowledge tion to individuals other than the child. by the federal government. Only undergraduate students may and majors, and have more research facilities. Universities and skills acquired in an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) receive federal Pell Grants. To apply for a federal Pell Grant may be divided into a number of “colleges,” such as the When a student turns 18 years old or enters a postsecondary degree prepare students for employment in a career track with and other federal financial aid, fill out the Free Application for College of Education or the College of Business. Each college institution at any age, all rights afforded to the parents under advancement opportunities. Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.FAFSA.gov. has several departments and offers different majors. FERPA transfer to the student (“eligible student”). However, FERPA provides ways in which a school may – but is not PSAT: Associate Degree (A.A., A.S.): An associate degree is a The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Work Study: Work study is a federally funded part-time required to – share information from an eligible student’s two-year program that provides the academic foundation Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is a program cosponsored employment program for undergraduate and graduate education records with parents, without the student’s consent. for transfer to a four-year bachelor’s degree program. The by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship students. Eligibility is based on financial need. The earnings associate of Arts (A.A.) and the associate of Science (A.S.) Corporation (NMSC). It’s a standardized test that help students meet a portion of their educational expenses. Financial Aid: Financial aid is money awarded to students cover the curriculum taught in the first two years of a four-year provides first-hand practice for the SAT. It also gives The federal government subsidizes a portion of the student’s to help them pay for education. Aid is given as loans, grants, program of study. you a chance to enter NMSC scholarship programs salary. This makes it cheaper for employers to hire students scholarships, or work-study. Some forms of financial aid are and gain access and career planning tools. who have demonstrated financial need. required to be repaid after graduation.

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1 Dual credit is an opportunity to earn college credit by enrolling in college classes offered through a partnership between Idaho’s accredited colleges, universities, and high schools. You may use funds from your IDeal account o pay for the costs of Dual Credit courses, as well as required books, as long as you are enrolled as a student at the postsecondary institution in which you are obtaining credit. 2 Certain restrictions apply. Funds subject to availability. For full details, please visit www.cwidaho.cc/ideal If you are not an Idaho taxpayer, consider before investing whether your or the beneficiary’s home state offers any tax or other benefits only available for investments in that state’s qualified tuition program. Visit idsaves.org to obtain a disclosure statement discussing investment risks, charges, expenses and other important information. Read and consider it carefully before investing.

IDeal is administered by the Idaho College Savings Program Board (Board). ABD, the program manager, and its affiliates, have overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations, including investment advisory and recordkeeping and administrative services. The Vanguard Group, Inc. (Vanguard) serves as Investment Manager for IDeal. Sallie Mae Bank serves as the Savings Portfolio Manager for IDeal. IDeal’s Portfolios invest in either: (i) mutual funds offered or managed by Vanguard; or (ii) an FDIC-insured omnibus savings account held in trust by the Board at Sallie Mae Bank. Except for the Savings Portfolio, investments in IDeal are not insured by the FDIC. Units of the Portfolios are municipal securities and the value of units will vary with market conditions.

Not FDIC-Insured (Except for the Savings Portfolio). No Bank, State, or Federal Guarantee. May Lose Value.