*You will need to choose two colleges, one in state and another out of state. All applications must be typed in 12pt. font Times New
Roman. The completed product must be bound in a spiral book binding. The purpose of the assignment is to prepare students for the college
application process they will participate in next year, students will be able to use their completed product to assist them next year.
Complete and hand in the following as part of your college research:
Table of Contents: ( accurately numbering each page)
Map of the College: You will need to draw and label a map of the college using colored pencils, markers or crayons. If it’s a large
university, choose a specific area for your map.
History of the College: You will need to include a brief history of the college including such items as date it was founded, who it
was founded by, and any other related information.
Description of College: The following should be highlighted: whether it is a public or private college, religious affiliation, co-ed
vs. single sex, location, size, and facilities.
Application Materials: You will need to include a blank or completed application for the college. You should also include the
requirements for admission, deadlines, early decision/early action opportunities, etc.
Academics: Discuss what will happen if you are placed on academic probation, types of majors offered, degrees, if they offer such
opportunities like an honors program, double major, study abroad, liberal arts, internships, etc.
Financial Aid and Scholarships: Explain what types of aid and scholarships are offered, a typical award, student requirements for
scholarships and financial aid, deadlines, etc.
Career Services: Discuss what the placement rate is for the major(s) in which you are interested, whether or not they help you find a
job, other services that are available.
Social Activities: Provide information about extracurricular activities, intramurals, varsity sports, Greek life, volunteer service,
etc.
On Campus Living: Discuss dorms that are available, lottery system, number of years that on-campus housing is guaranteed, how to
request a roommate, how to change a roommate, items that you can bring to your dorm room, bank ATM’s that are on campus, alcohol and drug
policy in the dorms
Academics: Put together a plan of courses to be taken in the major(s) in which you are interested
Included in your project should be the following
Article about your College: Find at least one article that features information about your college. Print out the article and
include a summary.
Scholarships: Provide a list of 4 scholarships that you may be eligible to receive along with a brief description of each.
2 Letters of recommendation or character references: Provide evidence (a letter) that you have asked this individual in advance of the
due date of this assignment. Write a thank you letter to the individuals who provided a recommendation letter – exercise appropriate
etiquette when determining who will write this letter for you.
Loan Companies: Provide information on a private loan company and one government loan. Distinguish between and define subsidized and
unsubsidized student loans.
*If you have questions or concerns please see me at school or email me at bross@ppmhcharterschool.org. If you do not attempt to contact me
regarding a question or concern, then I will assume that your project will be completed on time and without incident. Note: Locate the
nearest you may bind this assignment – do not wait until the last minute- be sure to schedule a time that is convenient. Proofread your
work, and the binding itself, ensuring that all of the pages are in proper order. Vendors: Kinkos, Office Depot, Office Max, Staples, The
UPS Store, etc.