College & Career Counseling

We believe that with the right resources every student has the ability to reach their college and career goals. PCS graduates have many options for their future. Some will go on to full-time employment, other students may choose military service or trade school, and over 90% of students continue on to college. Through individual and grade level meetings, online resources, college events, and additional information, students will have the knowledge and encouragement they need to make decisions about life after high school.

Events

How to Get Into the Trades
Hosted by Portland Christian Schools
Monday, December 1st
PC Middle & High School
Lunch meeting with Laura Fowles at PC on how to get into the trades. For juniors and seniors. RSVP to Dean Fisher by November 24th.

FAFSA Night
Hosted by Portland Christian Schools
Every November
PC Middle & High School Library
Official FAFSA training with a college financial aid representative for PCS seniors and their parents. Includes dinner.

Christian College Fair
Hosted by Portland Christian Schools
Every Spring
PC Middle & High School
Join us for this free event. PC students and those supporting them in their college search are encouraged to attend. This event is open to the public, feel free to invite friends that may be interested in attending a Christian College. Check back for registration info to attend the fair and gather more information.
– More than 15 colleges represented.
– All students receive The Guide for Christian Colleges & Universities, a 200+ page college-search resource.
– Financial Aid information provided.

College Representatives Visiting PCS

Representatives from a variety of four-year and two-year colleges and universities, technical schools, and military recruiters will be on campus to meet with students during lunch period. Students should take advantage of this opportunity to meet with these representatives when they visit to gather information and learn about the options they have after high school.

Listen to morning announcements for information about schools that are visiting, and stop by the table in the hallway at lunchtime.

Reminders

Having trouble getting started with college / career research? Make an appointment with Dean Fisher.
Create a Common Application account and add Dean Fisher as your recommender.

College & Career Resources

PCS College & Career Overview

Career Pathways Diagram

Financial Aide Overview from Corban University

Chant Thompson Legacy Scholarship – This is a $1000 scholarship for students attending NACCAP member high schools (PCS is a member) and planning to attend a NACCAP member college. NACCAP plans to award ten scholarships this year. The deadline is March 14 for applications and student transcripts to be submitted – www.FindYourChristianCollege.com/resources/financial-aid
Christian Connector – www.christianconnector.com/Christian-colleges-form-SS.cfm
Christian Connector College Scholarship Drawing – https://christianconnector.com/chs
College Raptor – www.collegeraptor.com/2500scholarship/
College Xpress – www.collegexpress.com/10k/
Doodle for Google – https://doodles.google.com/d4g/
Fast Web – www.fastweb.com
Ford Family Foundation – www.tfff.org/scholarships/ (March 1 deadline. FAFSA documentation requirement: Email confirmation (PDF format) from the FAFSA with the estimated SAI info is acceptable. Uploading the FAFSA Submission Summary is no longer a requirement. Reach out to their office at appquestions@tfff.org if unable to upload the confirmation.)
Global Scholarships – www.globalscholarships.com
Jefferson Scholars Foundation – https://www.jeffersonscholars.org/scholarships (For University of Virginia applicants)
Jiffy Lube Teen Driver Scholarship Program – http://yourturn2apply.com
Oregon Promise – https://oregonstudentaid.gov/grants/Oregon-promise-grant/
Oregon State Elks Association Scholarships – https://www.oregonelks.org/scholarships – Includes the OSEA Vocational Grant Program, a $2000 grant offered by the OSEA for those wanting to pursue a Vocational or Technical trade career. It cannot be used as a steppingstone to a 4-year degree. The application deadline is March 1 each year.
Oregon Student Access and Completion – www.oregonstudentaid.gov – The OSAC is a very important scholarship and financial assistance site. The Early Bird Priority Review is due on February 18 at 11:59 pm. The final deadline is March 3 at 11:59 pm. Dean Fisher will be uploading transcripts for the early bird deadline on February 18 and for the final deadline on March 3. If your student sets up an account and applies Dean Fisher will be able to see them in the portal to add their transcript.
Scholarships.com scholarship search – www.Scholarships.com
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) – www.wiche.tuition-savings/wue

Christian College search site – www.Christianconnector.com
Christian College Fair information, college search, and additional resources – www.FindYourChristianCollege.com
College Board: standardized testing and college resources – www.Collegeboard.com
Federal Student Aid Application and Loan information – www.FAFSA.gov or https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa (never pay to submit the FAFSA, it is FREE).
Oregon Alliance of Independent Colleges & Universities: information on regional colleges – https://oaicu.org/
Oregon Goes to College: support for students & families in the college decision process – www.oregongoestocollege.org
Oregon Student Aid: scholarship & grant information and other college search resources – https://oregonstudentaid.gov
Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CtBpBDoBZw
Washington Student Achievement Council: financial aid information for Washington students – https://wsac.wa.gov

Events

College Representatives Visiting PCS

Reminders

College & Career Resources

PCS College & Career Overview

FAFSA Overview

Scholarship Opportunities

Helpful College & Career Planning Links