Heights College Center- c/o 2027!

The Heights College Center is open for walk-ins during designated times each day. Students need a pass from their teacher if they are coming from class. We look forward to seeing you in M110!

November 10th, Tuesday: University of Houston - Admission Presentation

November 19th, Thursday: No Pie 'til you Apply Workshop 🍕🍕

December 8th, Tuesday: Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Presentation 🤠🐎🤠

*** ALL events are held during LUNCH and in the Teaching Theater (unless noted)

October 1: FAFSA & CSS Profile Open

October 7: Heights TACRAO College Fair

October 12-18: ApplyTexas Free Application Week

October 15: UT Early Action Deadline

November 1: Early Action/Early Decision Deadlines; UH Scholarship Deadline

December 1: Texas A&M and UT Application Deadlines

January 15: FAFSA Priority Deadline (Texas)

OverGrad is the platform Heights High School uses to submit transcripts and letters of recommendation to colleges. Colleges you are applying to MUST appear in OverGrad in order for transcripts and letters to be sent.

More directions to come....

• Heights HS Scholarship List: Cash4Bulldogs
• HISD Hot Scholarships List: March/April 2026
• Schoolinks Scholarship Matching Tool: app.schoolinks.com/scholarship-matching

• Appily: www.appily.com/scholarships
• Niche: www.niche.com/colleges/scholarships
• Big Future: bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search
• Fastweb: www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships
• Student Scholarships: http://bit.ly/2KzqrLm

Through QuestBridge, high-achieving students from low-income backgrounds can apply for free for early admission and a full four-year scholarship at our 55 college partners. The National College Match application gives you extra space to showcase your unique talents, story, and determination. This allows our 55 college partners to see how you have excelled academically despite financial hardship.

QuestBridge is looking for high school seniors who:

• Earn primarily A’s in the most challenging courses offered and demonstrate strong writing ability and intellectual curiosity.
• Come from a household earning less than $65,000 annually (for a household of four) with minimal assets.
• Demonstrate resilience, integrity, and motivation to succeed.

If you are interested in QuestBridge or have already started your application, please visit the College Center to speak with Ms. Schumacher or Ms. Winesett.

Planning for college and career through BigFuture can help you earn a BigFuture scholarship. Scholarships are available for seniors, juniors, and sophomores. Qualify by completing steps on your BigFuture dashboard and earn chances to win $500 - $40,000.

Learn more here!

• Consider joining the HCC Honors College to apply for scholarships! Get info here.

• Reside in the Houston metropolitan area
• Be a current-year graduating high school senior
• Demonstrate the potential to be a leader in the classroom and on campus
• Have earned a GPA of at least 3.0 (Some HBCU Partners GPA requirements are higher)
• Have a minimum ACT score of 19 or a combined SAT score of 990 for both Evidence-Based Reading and Writing and Math sections (Some HBCU Partners test score requirements are higher)
• Commit to becoming a member of 5 Strong and to attending your selected HBCU.
• Be available to attend all mandatory bimonthly College Ready Prep Sessions in person in Houston

Apply here!

The MF3 Scholarship is for Houston area seniors who are seeking a career and technical education pathway.

Scholarship Offerings:

• Full 2-Year Scholarship: Covers six semesters of study
• Comprehensive Coverage: Includes full tuition, books, and essential supplies
• Exclusive College Partners: Awards are only applicable to Houston City College (HCC) or San Jacinto College (SJC)

Eligibility:

• Location: Reside in the Greater Houston Area
• Status: Graduating High School Senior
• Academics: Minimum 2.0 GPA
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
• Need: Must demonstrate financial need
• Study: Enrollment in an approved certificate, license or AAS degree program of study

Deadline: March 5, 2027

Application opens January 4, 2027. Find details and apply here.

Applications are open to first generation immigrant students with or without DACA or TPS who came to the U.S. before the age of 16 and before Nov. 1, 2020. The National Scholarship Award will help cover tuition and fees at one of our Partner Colleges up to a maximum of $33,000 for a bachelor’s degree. Students who meet eligibility criteria and intend to enroll full-time in an associate or bachelor's degree program at a Partner College in their state in the Fall of 2027 or Spring of 2028 may apply.

Applications for 2027-2028 will open November 1, 2026.

Learn more and apply here.

No Citizenship Required (Must have 3.0 GPA or above)

https://hispanicheritage.org/programs/leadership/youth-awards/

No Citizenship Required (Must have 3.75 unweighted GPA or above)

https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/college-scholarship-program/how-to-apply/

Immigrants Rising Scholarship List
https://immigrantsrising.org/resource/list-of-scholarships-and-fellowships/
Scholarships A-Z: Scholarships Open to Undocumented Students
http://scholarshipsaz.org/scholarships/

Register for SAT: www.collegeboard.org

Upcoming SAT Test Dates

Test Day: December 5, 2026, Registration Deadline: November 20, 2026

Test Day: March 6, 2027, Registration Deadline: February 19, 2027

Test Day: May 1 2027, Registration Deadline: April 16, 2027

Test Day: June 5, 2026, Registration Deadline: May 21, 2027

Find free test prep materials on Khan Academy

Register for ACT: www.act.org

Upcoming ACT Test Dates

Test Day: December 12, 2026, Registration Deadline: November 9, 2026

Test Day: February 27, 2027, Registration Deadline: January 22, 2027

Test Day: April 10, 2027, Registration Deadline: March 5, 2027

Test Day: June 12, 2027, Registration Deadline: May 7, 2027

Test Day: July 10, 2027, Registration Deadline: June 4, 2027

Find free test prep materials on the ACT website

Some colleges require test scores (SAT or ACT) and some colleges are test optional. Be sure you understand the testing requirements for the schools on your list. If you need help deciding whether or not you should submit test scores, please come visit us in the College Center to discuss.

When colleges require official test scores, students must have them sent directly from the testing entity. Log into your SAT or ACT account and follow the directions to send your scores.

IMPORTANT: It can take several weeks to send scores during busy seasons! Plan ahead and send scores well in advance of deadlines!

A Counselor Letter of Recommendation can be written by Ms. Hudson, Ms. Roberson, Ms. Moctezuma, Ms. Stowers, Ms. Kristal, or Ms. Cole. Talk to your counselor in person to see if they are able to write a letter for you. If they ask for a brag sheet, you can make a copy of this Counselor Letter Brag Sheet, fill it out, and email the completed version to your counselor.

All Teacher Letters of Recommendation need to be uploaded on the new platform: OverGrad. (We will have directions on adding teachers soon.)

If you are applying through Apply Texas or a university website, you will need to manually add those applications to OverGrad

The College Center will send transcripts once the school appears as APPLIED in OverGrad

FAFSA® Application | Federal Student Aid

Any student, regardless of income, who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs should complete the FAFSA. This includes grants, scholarships, work-study funds, and loans. Completing the FAFSA is a high school graduation requirement in the state of Texas.

The 2027-2028 FAFSA Form is now open. Students and parents can create accounts and complete forms at StudentAid.gov.

Note: Parent contributors without an SSN can create a StudentAid.gov account to fill out their portion of the FAFSA form online.

Use the Who needs a StudentAid.gov account for the FAFSA® form? tool to determine who needs to create an account.

Create a StudentAid.gov account here.

IMPORTANT! Write down and keep track of your account usernames and passwords! You will use this information to complete the FAFSA every year you are in school.

College For All Texans: Your Financial Aid Application - FAFSA or TASFA?

Parent and Student 2024 1040 (Income Taxes)

Parent and Student 2024 W2

Apply for College Financial Aid – CSS Profile | College Board

Not all colleges accept or require the CSS Profile. If they do, submitting the CSS Profile can make you eligible for additional scholarships and funds. Find a list of colleges that require the CSS Profile here.

Documents you will need to complete the CSS Profile: most recently completed tax returns, W-2 forms and other records of current year income, records of untaxed income and benefits, assets, and bank statements.

Fees for the CSS Profile: $25 for initial application and one college report. Additional reports are $16. Fee waivers are available for eligible students.

Baker Ripley Tax Prep Assistance

• Free tax preparation services for families earning up to $58,000 annually.
• Services include tax returns and amendments for 2020-2025, ITIN applications and renewals.
• Get details and contact info HERE.

*** Not every parent needs the tax transript. FAFSA or the college will request later if needed.

Option 1: Order Online If you or your parents have a credit card you can create an account and get the transcript online immediately.

1. Visit: https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get‐transcript

2. Create an account (use the information for whomever you are requesting the account for)

3. Request a 2025 tax transcript

Option 2: Order by Mail If you or your parents do NOT have a credit card AND you live at the same address where your parents’ 2023 taxes were filed, use this option:

1. Visit https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get‐transcript

2. Select “Get transcript by mail”

3. Enter information exactly as it appears on the 1040 tax form

4. Request a RETURN TRANSCRIPT for 2025.

The goal of Preview@SAM events is to allow students, and their guests, to experience Sam Houston State University in their major area of interest. It is a specialized campus visit including a presentation from a representative of the specific college of interest.

Fall 2026 Preview Days

Friday, November 6th - Science & Engineering Technology

Thursday, November 19th- Agricultural Sciences

Friday, November 20th- Criminal Justice

REGISTER HERE

Discover what life could look like at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW).
Students will:

• Tour the campus and residence halls.
• Hear from current students about student life and living on campus.
• Learn about the Cardinal Experience from offices, faculty and staff.
• Find out about careers in their chosen major.

Saturday, November 7, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Get details and register here.

• Meet college representatives face-to-face
• Get on-the-spot admission decisions
• Have college application fees waived
• Discover scholarship opportunities
• Learn about programs, majors, and campus life
• Build connections that can open doors to their future

Friday, November 13, 3:00 pm -7:00 pm CT

Saturday, November 14, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm CT

Get details and register here.

Prospective students are invited to experience the University of St. Thomas and discover what it means to be a Celt! Meet University leadership, connect with faculty and current students, explore academic programs, tour campus, and learn about the opportunities that await you at UST.

Saturday, November 14, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Learn more and register here.

Future students of all ages will be able to explore campus and learn about academic programs, financial aid, housing, and more. There will also be opportunities to mingle with faculty, staff, and student representatives from across campus for an inside look on what being a Bobcat is all about.

Saturday, November 21, 2026

Find more info here

Roadrunner Preview is our signature open house for future students. Explore campus life through tours, workshops, and presentations while connecting with admissions, faculty, and current students. Discover your academic program, learn about financial aid, and see what’s possible at UT San Antonio.

Saturday, February 20, 2027

Saturday, April 10, 2027

Find more info here

Spend the day on campus at UHD and experience what it's like to be part of the Gator community.

• Explore academic programs during College Showcases.
• Discover campus life, student support, and opportunities to thrive.
• Get the scoop on Admission, Financial Aid, and Scholarships.
• Experience UHD with a guided campus tour.

Saturday, March 20, 2027

Details and registration link coming soon.

Cougar Preview is our grand on-campus experience for students to get to know their future home! This event provides an introduction to the University of Houston from the Admissions team, an academic information session by your college of interest and an overview of scholarships and financial aid. Plus, you'll hear from current students who are excited to share their experiences!

Spring Preview dates coming soon!

This open house event is the perfect opportunity for students to explore programs, connect with faculty and staff, and receive dedicated application support—all in one place.

• Major Exploration: Learn about academic and workforce programs, including NEW bachelor’s degrees.
• Apply Texas Application Help: Get hands-on help completing Apply Texas applications. HCC’s application is always free!
• Free Tuition Options: Discover programs that allow qualifying high school graduates to earn their degree (or credential) for free at HCC.
• Preview: Tour campus facilities and connect with expanded support services.
• HCC Swag: Enjoy giveaways, food, and a preview of life as an HCC Eagle.

Spring Preview date coming soon!

The Houston Prospective Student Center (PSC) is your gateway to Texas A&M University. Students in the Houston area have access to admissions advisors trained to help you through the application and enrollment process, answer any questions you may have, and lead year-round events.

The Houston PSC offers Freshman Information Sessions, STARS Workshops, Financial Aid Information Sessions, and one-on-one advising appointments.

Learn more and register for events here.

Learn from the experts about the college application process and how to make your application stand out from the crowd. Get inside tips, best practices, and resources that will help you successfully navigate the college application process.

In-Person Application Workshops are being hosted across the states of Texas and Colorado. Virtual Application Workshops are also available. Click below to view the full application workshop calendar and search for an event near you or filter by event type for virtual events.
Application Workshops | Undergraduate Admissions | Texas Tech

• August 18:5 Things to Know Before Applying to College
• October 20: 5 Things to Know About Financial Aid
• December 15: 5 Ways to Maximize Your Campus Visit
• February 16: 5 Essential Experiences at the NW5 Colleges
• April 20: 5 Tips to Kick Off Your College Search

Registration, courtesy of Whitman College, for our first event is open now. Students and family members can register online. Registrant information will be shared with each of the participating institutions. Each program will begin at 5:30 p.m. Pacific and last for about 60 minutes.

Pomona Admissions offers live monthly webinars on a variety of topics, from Pomona 101, to alumni panels, financial aid and application tips and explorations of different majors. Students and parents are invited to register and log in to a webinar at a pre-designated time, but recordings will also be made available here once the sessions have concluded.

Find more info and register here.

Get advice from college admissions counselors and financial aid experts as you begin the college application process. Register for free, virtual workshops about writing college essays, filling out the Common Application, cultivating a best-fit college list, getting letters of recommendation, and understanding financial aid. Workshops start July 15. See dates and register here.

The University of Houston offers a variety of on-campus experiences: walking tours, information sessions, honors college and academic college overviews, Saturday tours, and Spanish language tours. Click here for details and registration information.

The Syracuse University Classroom Preview Program offers virtual sample courses taught by our professors. You'll join a live 60-minute Zoom session, dive into real topics and get a taste of the Orange experience. As a bonus, students who attend two classes and complete a short survey after each one will receive a Syracuse University digital badge to showcase their academic curiosity. This digital badge icon is yours to keep and comes with real benefits:

• Add it to your college application materials or list "Syracuse Classroom Preview Program Participant" as evidence of your academic engagement.
• Reference the program in college or scholarship interviews to show your initiative and love of learning.
• Share your badge on your social media to highlight your achievement.
• Build familiarity with Syracuse University.

To view the classes and register, click here: Virtual Sample Classes - Syracuse University

Virtual Freshman Admission Presentations are designed to help prospective students learn about academic opportunities, campus life, and the admission review process. The thirty-minute sessions are hosted by UCLA Undergraduate Admission representatives.

Registration Link

Some colleges offer opportunities for high-achieving students to fly in and visit campus for free. These programs are designed for students who are from low income backgrounds and/or the first generation in their family to attend college. Students typically apply in the spring/summer before senior year for visits in the fall of senior year. Find a list of fly-in programs here.

You can find more information about the volunteering opportunity at the Amedisys Website

• "Hospice volunteers are a special group of people that give of their time and talents to help patients and their families. They are available to visit with you and help run errands. They can also assist with daily activities and may read, sing, write letters, or just reminisce with you and your loved ones. Their support enhances the quality of life for patients and helps relieve some of the demands that are often placed on caregivers"

Contact Recruiter Yvonne Ojeda at yvonne.ojeda@amedisys.com

• Small group math intervention (3-6 students)
• Focus of 3rd-5th grade in a pull-out setting
• Primarily focusing on students that are slightly below grade-level
• Collaborate with the teacher on what to do with them/what resource to use
• Each group will be about 45 minutes, schedule will be based off the volunteer’s availability

Contact: Lesley A. Wolfe - lwolfe@houstonisd.org

Love Elementary is looking for volunteers to help prepare for the 2026-2027 school year.

Volunteer opportunities may include: organizing classroom materials, preparing instructional resources, creating bulletin board displays, assembling student packets and supplies, helping teachers get classrooms ready.

For more information contact Love Elementary Assistant Principal Patricia Onyejekwe at 832-631-7226.

• All final transcripts for Class of 2026 were sent via Schoolinks in June - if student marked the college as "enrolling"
• Since HISD no longer has access to Schoolinks, please email the Registrar or College Center for help with final transcipts.
• Diploma and final transcript pickup available! (two official transcripts- DO NOT open or no longer official)

Directions on ordering your HCC transcript:

Link to order UT official transcript:

https://onestop.utexas.edu/student-records/transcripts-other-records/official-transcripts/how-to-order/

Email:

• Ms. Schumacher: cschuma2@houstonisd.org
• Ms. Winesett: leslie.winesett@houstonisd.org

Location: 413 E 13th St, Houston, TX, USA
Phone: 7138654400
Instagram: @Heights2College