What grade are you in? *
- Select Option 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th

Will you be the first person in your immediate family to go to college? * *
- Select Option Yes No

I want to go to college one day. *

I believe I will be successful in college. *

I know what a major/minor is. *

I know what subjects interest me and what I may want to study in college. *

I know what the differences between a community college, a college, a university, and a technical university/trade school are. *

I know who to ask when I have questions about high school and college. *

I know the difference between grants, scholarships, and loans. *

I know what resources are available to me if I am struggling in high school. *

I know what resources are available to me if I am struggling in college. *

I know that my grades, test scores, extracurricular activities, work experience, and the college essay I write all play an important role in college acceptance. *

Taking college classes can help me find a career path I will enjoy. *

I know what being “undecided” as a college student means. *

The people I surround myself with have a big impact on my future. *

I know that there are important deadlines for college applications and financial aid. *

I feel that building relationships with my high school counselor, my teachers, and other students can help me succeed in high school. *

I feel that building relationships with professors and other students can help me succeed in college. *

I feel that there will be groups, clubs, and organizations on college campuses that will interest me. *

Working hard each year in high school is important. *

Working hard each year in high school is important. *

I know what AP courses and dual enrollment are and how they can help get a head start on college while I am still in high school. *

I am excited for high school. *

I see myself going to college. *

I believe college is an attainable goal for me. *

I believe I will be successful in college. *

Attending college will allow me to build positive relationships with people from many different cultures and backgrounds. *

There are many college majors/academic programs that I am aware of and that interest me. *

I know what the differences between a community college, a college, a university, and a technical university/trade school are. *

I understand the steps involved in applying for college. *

I know the steps involved in the financial aid application process. *

I know where to look for resources that will support my academic goals in college. *

I feel like I understand the financial aid resources that are available to me to help pay for college. *

I know the difference between grants, scholarships, and loans. *

I know what resources are available to me if I am struggling in college. *

I know what tests I need to take before I apply for colleges. *

Taking college classes can help me find a career path I will enjoy. *

I know what being “undecided” as a college student means. *

The people I surround myself with have a big impact on my future. *

I know how to find and meet deadlines for college applications. *

I feel that building relationships with professors and other students can help me succeed in college. *

I feel that there will be groups, clubs, and organizations on college campuses that will interest me. *

Working hard each year in high school is important. *

I know what AP courses and dual enrollment are and how they can help get a head start on college while I am still in high school. *

I understand the role extracurricular activities, work experience, and personal narratives play when colleges are considering applications. *

I know someone who can support me in developing an educational and/or career plan. *

I am excited to graduate high school. *

What are your plans after high school? *
I am planning on going to college.
I am planning on going to community college.
I am planning on going to a trade school/technical college.
I am planning on going into the military.
I have a different plan than these options.
I am unsure what I am going to do after high school,

I have applied to colleges and universities. *
Yes
No

I have been accepted to colleges and universities. *
Yes
No

I believe the goals I have for myself are attainable. *

I believe I will be successful in my plans after high school *

I believe that the people I surround myself with have a big impact on my future. *

I have people around me who are excited about life after high school. *

I know someone who can support me in my educational and/or career plan. *

I know what college financial resources are available to me. *

I feel like I have to go to college. *

I feel like college would benefit me. *

I understand the difference between a loan, scholarship, and grant. *

I know someone I can reach out to for support if I have questions or need guidance on my plans after high school. *

I feel prepared to graduate high school. *

I feel that building relationships and connections with others is a tool that can help me succeed in my plans after high school. *

Did you find out you were accepted to GVSU during you campus visit? *
Yes
No