PSAT
Attention Sophomores and Juniors: take a practice standardized test! The fall test date for the PSAT at HMBHS is October 10, 2018.
Did you know students who want to apply to 4 year colleges should take a standardized test called the ACT or SAT?
If you want to take a practice standardized test, sophomores and juniors can sign up for the HMBHS PSAT on Wed Oct 10, 2018. Registration opens Mon Sept 17 at 8:00AM and closes on Wed Sept 26. Spots are first come, first served!!
Register and make payment online with this link from 9/17 - 9/26: https://user.totalregistration.net/PSAT/051120
TESTING REQUIREMENTS
CSU:
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ACT or SAT-Reasoning
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UC:
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ACT plus Writing OR
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SAT-Reasoning AND (RECOMMENDED but not required) 2 SAT Subject Tests in 2 different subject areas: (especially for engineering majors). Visit the UC SAT Subject Tests website for recommendations for Fall 2018 UC applicants.
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SAT
SAT Reasoning/Subject Tests
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Registration Priority Deadline
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Aug. 26, 2017
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July 28, 2017
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Oct. 7, 2017
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Sept. 8, 2017
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Nov. 4, 2017
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Oct. 5, 2017
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Dec. 2, 2017
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Nov. 2, 2017
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Mar. 10, 2018
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Feb. 9, 2018
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May 5, 2018
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Apr. 6, 2018
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June 2, 2016
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May 3, 2016
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For SATs register online at
www.collegeboard.com
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ACT
ACT Dates
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Registration Priority Deadline
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Sept. 9, 2017
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Aug. 4, 2017
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Oct. 28, 2017
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Sept. 22, 2017
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Dec. 9, 2017
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Nov. 3, 2017
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Feb. 10, 2018
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Jan. 12, 2018
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Apr. 14, 2018
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Mar. 9, 2018
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June 9, 2018 |
May 4, 2018 |
July 14, 2018
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June 15, 2018
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For ACTs register online at
www.actstudent.org |
NOTE:
- All SAT/ACT: tests must be completed by December for UC, CSU, & most other college admissions.
- PSAT: for sophomores & juniors is October 11, 2017; 8am -12pm in MU & Library; registration is Sept. 25 - Oct. 3rd
- SAT II tests no longer required, but are recommended for college admissions.
- Performing and Visual Arts College Fairs at South San Francisco Conference Center, Grand Ballroom, 255 South Airport Blvd. South San Francisco, CA 94080: usually scheduled in the Fall, check back later for date.
- San Francisco National College Fair at the Cow Palace, 2600 Geneva Ave, Daly City, CA 94014: Saturday, April 30, 2016, 1:30-4:30
Critical Issues
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Still focus on academics! Grades do count in the senior year.
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Pay attention to the deadlines for all applications (admissions, housing, financial aid, scholarships etc...)
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If you have not sent your SAT Reasoning, SAT Subject test and/or ACT scores to the colleges you're applying to - send them now!
The SAT link for sending scores is: www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/scores.html
The ACT link for sending scores is: www.act.org/aap/scores/index.html
Please follow the instructions given regarding Transcript Requests. Please follow the protocol for requesting Letters of Recommendation from Teachers & Counselors.
PLEASE STAY INFORMED! Listen to the announcements, check School Loop frequently, visit the HMBHS website, and the websites of colleges, universities, and programs of interest! This will serve you well!