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Questions for Counselors and Advisors

Here are some questions to get things rolling:

  • What classes are required for graduation and/or the Ohio Core?
  • What kind of schedule do I need to fit everything in?
  • Are there other options available besides just taking classes in my building?
  • Does this school offer/promote honors courses, Advanced Placement or Post-Secondary Enrollment Options?
  • Are there elective courses that you would recommend to help me better prepare for college?
  • Do you offer special college planning sessions for me and my parents/guardians?  When?
  • What does my transcript look like?
  • How is my grade point average calculated?
  • Do different colleges require different classes and grades?
  • Do you have publications on Ohio colleges or other colleges around the country?
  • Are there good websites to look for colleges?
  • Where can I get some information about exploring careers? 
  • Do we have classes or programs available here to help me?
  • Where do students who graduate from here usually go to college?
  • What percentage of students from here usually go to college each year?
  • What type of reputation does our school have for sending students to college?
  • Do we have a college access program or any other special programs that help students from our school go to college?  How do I get in contact with them?
  • What kinds of services or scholarships are provided by the access program?
  • What kind of activities and student groups are available to get involved in?
  • Do we have an honor society and what are the eligibility requirements?
  • What kind of standard tests will I take throughout high school?
  • Are there test prep classes or tutoring available?
  • Are there special scholarships available for Ohio students that I should know about so I can work toward them?
  • What is a good way to keep track of all of my activities, awards, and honors throughout high school?
  • Are there any programs I can do on weekends or in the summer that will help me get ready for college?
  • Do you have any information on financial aid for college?
  • Do we host or attend an annual college fair?