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Dear 4-H Parents: This site has been designed especially for 4-H parents to assist them in guiding their graduates in exploring higher educations information. Any additional information and resources and links can be forwarded to help us help you create a better resource for other 4-H families. This site is a partnership between Texas AgriLife Extension and Texas A&M University, however, much of the information provided can be used with many Texas colleges and universities. Contact your college of choice directly for information specific to their programs. Start now!
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Applying for college…
- ApplyTexas – apply to all Texas colleges and universities with one form
- Texas A&M University - additional help to guide youth through the process
- TAMU College of Agriculture & Life Science - departmental requirements
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Paying for college…
- Complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Financial Student Aid) to qualify for…
> Federal Pell Grants – based on financial need
> Stafford Loans – subsidized and unsubsidized aid for students
> PLUS Loans – available to parents of college students - Search for scholarships that may be available to you
- Explore local 4-H scholarships or Texas 4-H Opportunity Scholarship Program
- Texas A&M Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid can help you
- TAMU College of Agriculture & Life Sciences offers departmental scholarships
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Planning for college…
- Make sure your child is taking courses in high school that are required for admission
- Make sure your child takes all the necessary exams (TAKS, PSAT, SAT, ACT)
- Saving money is key…try some of these ways to plan ahead
> Texas College Savings Plan
> Texas Tomorrow Fund
> Education IRAs (Education Savings Accounts)
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Important dates…
- August 1 – TAMU begins accepting applications for the Fall term, others on Sep 1
- October – PSAT exams are administered by your local school district, contact them
- Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, & Nov – SAT testing dates (register at least 45 days prior)
- Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug , Oct, & Dec – ACT test dates (register at least 45 days prior)
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Workshops for parents in your area…
I am interested in a workshop in my area…
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How to get involved and learn more…
Learn more and get involved with a Texas A&M University advisor. Get invitations to campus trips and other benefits of knowing an advisor personally. Get ahead of the rest of your peers in building a relationship with university faculty and staff.
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Know a 4-H Member who is interested in TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY and the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences? Any County Extension Agent, 4-H Leader, or Parent may send a referralt o a Texas A&M University advisor. |
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Are YOU a 4-H Member who is interested in TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY and the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences? any 4-H Member can submit their own information to a Texas A&M University Advisor. |
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Links to college readiness…
- College.gov - U.S. Department of Education college resources for parents
- COLLEGE FOR ALL TEXANS - Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
- Texas A&M University Prospective Student Centers (Statewide)
> Rio Grande Valley
> Laredo
> Corpus Christi
> San Antonio
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Careers…
It is important to think about careers when you think about college. Your experience in 4-H has afforded you one facet of a career in Extension…become one of the statewide network of people who spend their careers working hard to improve the lives of Texans.
4-H and Youth Development
Texas AgriLife Extension Service
http://greatjobs.tamu.edu
WE’RE LIFE at Texas A&M University?
College of Agriculture & Life Sciences
Texas A&M University
http://agrilifesciences.tamu.edu
