9th Grade - Freshmen

• Research various careers by attending career and college fairs
• Look for volunteer opportunities in your field of interest
• Join clubs associated with professional careers or academics (Club Med, AISES, Honor Society, Academic Decathlon, etc.)
• Plan to diversify your personal traits and experiences (social, academic, athletics, community clubs and activities)
• Be aware of awards given to upper levelclasses and make it a long term goal to receive awards
• Ask teachers and counselors for helpful advice about choosing careers or any helpful advice
• Speak with professionals about careers
• Learn research and study skills
• Learn time management, assertiveness, stress management, and physical health
• Start a college fund - it's a plan, not a dream!
• Have fun in school!

Source: Northern Arizona Area Health Education Center

Helpful Websites:

UA - BIO 5 Science Source - Science Source provides information about a variety of educational opportunities for K-12 students, teachers, parents and the community.
FastWeb - Matching Students to Scholarships
FinAid - The SmartStudent Guide to Financial Aid
FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid
National Association for College Admissions Counseling
Northern Arizona University - Flagstaff
University of Arizona - Tucson
Arizona State University - Phoenix
Pima Community College
Peterson's guide to colleges, exam preparation, resume & essay help, etc.
College Net
Teen English Programs - UA
Premed of Color
Jose Martinez Scholarship Challenge Grant Fund
Arizona Health Careers or call 1-800-841-5948
Explore Health Careers
Career Voyages