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Choosing a high school in Detroit, MI can be a daunting task. Feeling overwhelmed by all the college talk? Don't worry. Here are things to do in high school to make sure you make it to the next level. Read on and plan your college life now.
Wayne State University
(313) 577-3577
3E Helen Newberry Joy
Detroit, MI
Sacred Heart Major Seminary
(313) 883-8500
2701 Chicago Blvd
Detroit, MI
Everest Institute -Detroit, MI
(313) 567-5350
300 River Place Drive
Detroit, MI
Lewis College of Business
313-862-6300
17370 Meyers Road
Detroit, MI
University of Michigan-Dearborn
(313) 593-5000
4901 Evergreen Road
Dearborn, MI
College for Creative Studies
(313) 664-7400
Office of Admissions
Detroit, MI
Wayne County Community College District
(313) 496-2758
801 West Fort Street
Detroit, MI
Marygrove College-Office of Admissions
866-313-1927 or 313-927-1240
8425 W. McNichols
Detroit, MI
Everest Institute - Dearborn, MI
(313) 562-4228
23400 Michigan Avenue
Dearborn, MI
Michigan Jewish Institute
(248) 414-6900
25401 Coolidge Highway
Oak Park, MI
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Each Year | Freshman | Sophomore | Junior | Senior

Things to Do Each Year

  • Meet with Your School Counselor

    Each year, you should discuss the classes you plan on taking with your school counselor. Also, let them know what your goals are for college. They can help you stay on track and uncover scholarship and college opportunities along the way.

  • Summer Job/Internship/Volunteer Work

    Take advantage of the time available each summer to find rewarding job, internship, or volunteer experience. Start looking for these opportunities early in the spring semester because the earlier you start your search, the more likely you are to find a better opportunity.

  • Get to Know Teachers / School Counselors / Coaches / Advisors

    Don’t forget you are going to need recommendations for all those scholarship and college applications you send out. The best way to get good recommendations is to build strong relationships with a few teachers, school counselors, coaches, or advisors.

Freshman Year

  • Plan High School Schedule

    Make a plan of the courses you would like to take during high school. Many states and colleges require 3-4 years of math and English and 2 or more years of history, science and a foreign language.

  • Get Involved in Clubs and Activities

    Research the clubs and activities available in your school and community. Participate in the ones which interest you the most and not just the ones you think will look good o...

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