COLLEGE/CAREER READINESS
The Taylor High School's guidance department works with every student to create an individualized plan for high school and post-secondary options. College and career readiness is provided to each student through classroom presentations, advisory materials, classroom curricula, and our Naviance program.
Taylor High School Career & College Education Guide
College Visits
College visits are an integral part of the college admissions process and are highly recommended. Every junior and senior student is permitted, and encouraged, to take advantage of the two excused days for off campus college visits. Students should refer to the individual college websites in order to set up a formal visit. Completed college visit forms must be turned in to the Taylor High School office at least two days prior to any visit in order for them to be excused.
Job Shadowing
Every student in grades 9-12 are permitted to take one excused job shadowing day. It is up to the student to initiate and schedule this experience. Your child's school counselor may be able to help connect your student with a professional that matches their career interest. A completed job shadowing permission slip (link below) must be turned into the office at least two days prior to the visit. The job shadowing post visit form (link below) must be turned in to the guidance office within two days of your visit.
College Admission Recommendations
Is college in your future? Check out what is required to get into the college of your dreams.
Check with your school to make sure you know their exact requirements.
Admission requirements at colleges and technical schools are as different as the students who attend them. Students should check the requirements specified in individual school catalogs to find out exactly which high school subjects are required for admission to the institution of choice.
In general, colleges have the following recommendations. These are a guide, as a student may be admitted on a "conditional basis" if he/she has not completed all of these recommended credit.
Your counselor can give you help acquiring information. Ask for assistance if needed.
Check before it's too late.
| College Admission Requirements | ||
|---|---|---|
| English (C.P. Level Recommended) | 4 credits | |
| Social Studies | 3 credits | |
| Mathematics (Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry or higher) | 3-4 credits | |
| Science (Biology, Chemistry, or high) | 3-4 credits | |
| Foreign Language (Required by many colleges) | 2-4 credits | |
| Physical Education | 1/2 credit (2 semesters) | |
| Health | 1/2 credit (1 semester) | |
| Fine Arts | 1 credit | |
| Electives | Varies by college and/or major |
