FOREST CITY REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

FCRHS Counselors

Applying to college can be a complicated process, but this program guides students through each important step and rewards their efforts. This unique scholarship program is open to all students, regardless of income, citizenship status, GPA, or test scores. It encourages students to complete six essential steps that move them closer to college with the chance to earn scholarships ranging from $500 to $40,000, for two- or four-year institutions. Half of all scholarships will be awarded to students whose families earn less than $60,000 per year.

Spread the word and urge your students to visit cb.org/opportunity to learn more and get started.

Your students are eligible to earn scholarships by taking the following actions during certain windows in their junior and senior years:

Build Your College List: $500
Build a college list with at least six schools on BigFuture™.
Junior year: December–July

Practice for the SAT: $1,000
Use Official SAT® Practice on Khan Academy®, and practice for six-plus hours to get ready for test day.
Junior year through fall senior year: December–October

Improve Your Score: $2,000
Improve your score on the SAT by 100 points or more either from the PSAT™ 10 to SAT, PSAT/NMSQT® to SAT, or SAT to SAT, after practicing on Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy for six hours.
Spring junior year through winter senior year: April–January

Strengthen Your College List: $500
Strengthen your college list on BigFuture with a minimum of one safety, two match, and three reach schools.
Summer and fall senior year: August–October

Complete the FAFSA: $1,000
Fill out the FAFSA® form to apply for financial aid.
Fall and winter senior year: October–February

Apply to Colleges: $1,000
Apply to at least two colleges you want to attend.
Fall and winter senior year: October–February

Complete Your Journey: $40,000
Complete all six scholarship steps within the action windows.
Final drawing: March of senior year


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