Senior Updates : About College & Careers
-
Scholarship Bulletin Click Here (This link will take you to our scholarship page for more information.)
UNC MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR INCOMING, FIRST YEAR STUDENTS
To earn admission into the University, you’ll need to have completed some core high school-level coursework. These requirements apply to recent high school graduates only. Older applicants are exempt. For more information, refer to the “GPA and Test Scores” table below. The “course units” listed below may have been taken while you were enrolled in high school, but they may also include courses you have completed after graduating:
6-course units in language, including
- 4 units in English emphasizing grammar, composition, & literature
- 2 units of a language other than English
4-course units of mathematics, in any of the following combinations
- algebra I and II, geometry, and one unit beyond algebra II
- algebra I and II, and two units beyond algebra II, or
- integrated math I, II, and III, and one unit beyond integrated math III
*The University strongly encourages future students to take at least one mathematics course unit in the 12th grade.
3-course units in science, including
- at least 1 unit in a life or biological science (for example, biology)
- at least 1 unit in physical sciences (for example, physical science, chemistry, physics), and
- at least 1 laboratory course.
2-course units in social studies, including 1 unit in U.S. history (Students who do not have the unit in U.S. history may be admitted on the condition that they pass at least three semester hours in that subject by the end of the sophomore year).
GPA AND TEST SCORES
Student’s Age and College Credits
Minimum Admission Requirements for High School Graduates and GED
High School GPA
Test Scores
High School Courses
20** years and younger with fewer than 24 transferable credits
2.5 cumulative weighted GPA
SAT of 880 on new or 800 on old version (verbal and math) or ACT composite of 17
See UNC Minimum Course Requirements
21** years or older
Exempt from minimum High School GPA, test scores, and course requirements***
Any age with 24** or more transferable college credits (does not include AP, IB, or credit by exam)
Exempt from minimum High School GPA, test scores, and course requirements***
Active duty service member or veteran with 3** or more years of active duty service
Exempt from minimum High School GPA, test scores and course requirements***
** Criteria must be met by the time of enrollment at the UNC institution
*** Being exempt from these requirements does not guarantee admission. While applicants are not required to meet these GPA, test score and course requirements, institutions will only admit applicants who meet all campus-specific admission requirementsHelpful Links and Resources
Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School: Quick Link to College/Universities
(Virtual Campus Tours, Admission, SAT/ACT, Financial Aid, and Upcoming Events)
- Students, due to your inability to visit college campuses for tours, admission, etc., we have put together this list of NC colleges and universities with their corresponding link for your convenience, “Quick Link”.
Appalachian State University
Barton College
Belmont Abbey College
Bennett College
Brevard College
Cabarrus College of Health Science
https://atriumhealth.org/education/cabarrus-college-of-health-sciences
Campbell University
Catawba College
Chowan College
Davidson College
Duke University
East Carolina University
Elon College
Fayetteville State University
Gardner-Webb University
Greensboro College
Guilford College
High Point College
Johnson & Wales
Johnson C. Smith
Lees-McRae College
Lenoir-Ryne University
Livingstone College
Mars Hill University
Meredith University
Methodist College
Mid-Atlantic Christian University
Montreat College
NC A&T State University
NC Central University
NC State University
NC Wesleyan College
Pfeiffer University
Queens University of Charlotte
St. Andrews University
Salem College
Shaw University
University of Mount Olive
UNC at Asheville
UNC at Chapel Hill
UNC at Charlotte
UNC at Greensboro
UNC at Pembroke
UNC at Wilmington
UNC School of Arts
Wake Forest University
Warren Wilson College
Western Carolina University
William Peace University
Wingate University
Winston Salem State University
NC Community Colleges
Important Dates to Remember
- Step 1-Residency Determination: https://www.ncresidency.org/ (Must be completed prior to applying to colleges and universities.
- Step 2-Financial Aid Application: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
- Step 3-SE Virtual College Expo: October 12th – 16th, 2020 (see link below to register) https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefKoTKRIc_bjMbkcAclBATip34wVlRx8kFhKB8wvNg8nxiCg/viewform
- Step 4-Free College Application Week: October 19th – October 23rd, 2020 https://www.ncapplyforcollege.org/free-college-application-week-north-carolina/
Additional Links:
ACT Test Dates: http://www.act.org/the-act/registration
SAT Test Dates: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register
SAT Virtual Fee Waivers & Qualifications: http://sat.org/fee-waivers
ACT Fee Waivers & Qualifications: https://www.act.org/content/dam/act/unsecured/documents/FeeWaiver.pdf
Southeast Raleigh Magnet HS Student Services Staff
Mrs. Shaw, cshaw@wcpss.net: Counselor for alphabets A-D
Ms. Hall, jhall5@wcpss.net: Counselor for alphabets E-K
Ms. Dalena High, dhigh3@wcpss.net: Counselor for alphabets L-P
Mr. Kuhn, jkuhn2@wcpss.net: Counselor for alphabets O-Z
Dr. Poole, spoole2@wcpss.net: Dean of Counseling & Student Services
Preparing For College
College Planning Calendar - Seniors
College Planning Calendar - JuniorsCollege Planning Calendar - Freshmen and SophomoresApplications: Tips and Best Practices Wondering what to include on your applications? Take a look at the videos provided by UNC-Chapel Hill. Listen to advice from the experts about what to include and how to look you best on your college applications.
How to Write a College Essay (PowerPoint)
The College Search - Articles to help guide students as they search and review colleges & universities.
EduTrek An online search site that allows students to search for schools by state, degree, and subject. Students can fill out basic information about themselves and their interests and be matched with schools that meet their needs. Using the matching service, students can also sort and filter through schools based on whatever criteria they choose.This free website and publication for parents offers information on NC colleges and universities, stories, advice and tips for going to college.Test PreparationNextStepu
Offers articles and tips about the SAT and ACT.
March 2 Success is a free website offering students help with SAT/ACT test preparation, the college admissions process, and financial aid information.Khan Academy
Free videos and tutorials to help prepare for the SAT and ACT.
Powerscore
Free and tuition based courses are offered, both live and online for the SAT and ACT.
Residency Determination: https://ncresidency.cfnc.org/residencyInfo/residencyApplication
Check Status of Residency (Click Link): https://ncresidency.cfnc.org/residencyInfo/residencyApplication
Get EDUcated! Historically Black Colleges & Universities:
Applying to an historically Black College or University (HBCU)? Use the Common Black College Application to save time. Over 35 colleges and universities untilize the common application. To find out more, visit EDUinconline.com.
Military & Military Dependents Assistance to College:
https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/sites/default/files/military-student-loan-benefits.pdf
