Kansas Board Of Regents College Information
by Sherri Foerschler
Qualified Admissions & Kansas State Scholars
WHAT TO TAKE IN HIGH SCHOOL
The following program is recommended for college-bound students. These subjects will allow you to choose from a broad range of programs. Any less preparation will narrow your options, more preparation will broaden them. This is also a requirement to be met if one plans to attend one of the state Regents Universities (KU, KSU, PSU, Ft. Hays, ESU, Washburn) starting with the class of 2001). Note also, the additional requirements to be met if you wish to qualify for the Kansas State Scholarship program, the Minority Scholarship Program, or the Kansas Teachers Scholarship (marked in bold letters).
1. 4 units of English with strong emphasis on development of reading, writing and speaking skills. Get acquainted with media center library and establish a habit of using the World Wide Web, magazines and books in preparing for class. Must take English 9, Advanced English 10, Advanced English 11, and Advanced English 12.
2. 3 units of Math – three units at or above the level of Algebra 1. Math courses completed in middle school WILL NOT count toward the Qualified Admissions math requirement. A fourth unit of Math is required for the Kansas State Scholarship program (one year completed in middle school is accepted for State Scholarship).
3. 3 units of Science - include one each of Biology, Chemistry (or Physics), one other Biology. Students wanting to meet the Kansas State Scholarship program requirements must take Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
4. 3 units of Social Science – World History, American History, and American Government/Economics.
5. 2 units of Foreign Language (in the same foreign language required for Kansas State Scholarship program but not for Qualified Admissions.)
In addition, we recommend work in the following areas, depending on your interest and goals:
1. Advanced Math and Science (one year of each)
2. Social Science
3. Vocational Areas (Business, Computers, Family & Consumer Sciences, and Agriculture Education)
4. Fine Arts – Art, Music, and Speech & Drama
BETTER PREPARATION EQUALS MORE OPPORTUNITIES
As you progress through high school and start thinking about college, consider these suggestions which will help make the transition from high school to college easier:
1. If you prepare for college work while in high school, you won't have to spend time in college taking "basic" courses which are available in high school.
2. Avoid the minimum requirements trap. Both high school and college programs have a few minimum requirements and offer a number of opportunities. Explore the opportunities rather than just trying to meet minimum requirements.
3. A strong high school academic background may help you to earn "test out" (CLEP) credit in college level introductory courses and to begin with courses closer to your level of knowledge and interests. (In addition, college classes in College English 101, College English 102, Speech & Drama, Psychology, Sociology, Theatre Appreciation, Calculus, and College Algebra are offered for dual credit from Fort Scott Community College during the school day).
4. Both high schools and colleges provide learning experiences outside of the classroom: college days, college fairs, job fairs, special events, plays, concerts, clubs, and extra curricular activities are also an important part of your educational experience.
