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9th Grade

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Welcome Freshman to the 9th Grade Page! This page will go over some important information that 9th graders should know! You will find information about academic resume, a personality test, admissions terminology, dual credit, and more!

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Helpful Terminology

As you begin applying to colleges in your senior year, you'll encounter new terminology. Maverick U offers a helpful College Admissions Terms article from the National Association for College Admission Counseling. Get an early start, click the button below to learn the terms!

 

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PSAT Shool Day

 

During your 9th grade year, you'll have the chance to take the Preliminary SAT (Practice SAT) for free at school during your first semester. The PSAT is designed to help students become comfortable with the format and content of the SAT, as well as give an idea of your college readiness. It's a great way to get your first introduction to the test. Be sure to check in with the Testing Coordinator for more details about the date!

SAT Test

Click the button below to visit College Board’s SAT page, where you'll find information about how the test is organized and details about each section.

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Academic Resume 
If you're planning to apply to a university during your senior year, you'll need to submit an Academic Resume along with your College Application. An Academic Resume highlights your academic achievements, extracurricular activities, community service, and work experience. It's a great way to stand out to college admissions officers. Just click the button to access some Academic Resume Example created by the Maverick U team.

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Personality Test

There are lots of career options to explore during your time in college. If you're feeling unsure about the path you want to take, that's completely okay. You can take a quick career interest quiz to help assess your skills and suggest some potential careers that might be a good fit. Are you ready to discover which career path could be the best choice for you? Click below!

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Dual Credit Program

The Dual Credit program is an exciting opportunity for high school students to take approved courses at San Jacinto College that earn BOTH high school and college credit. Usually, students take two courses per semester while in high school. This way, you can graduate from high school with 24+ hours of college credit! You'll have the chance to apply to the Dual Credit Program during your 10th grade year. Students who apply will need to meet certain criteria, which can change each year. If you'd like to get a better idea of what's needed and the application process, feel free to visit our Dual Credit Page for more information.