Planificación de estudios superiores
El personal del servicio de orientación para estudios superiores del Instituto Minnetonka está a su disposición para ayudar a los alumnos a explorar sus posibilidades y desarrollar sus intereses. Animamos a los alumnos y a sus familias a que visiten esta página con frecuencia para consultar el calendario de visitas de representantes de universidades y otras novedades que les ayuden en la planificación de sus estudios superiores.
RESOURCES & EVENTS
Promoción de 2027
During Your Senior Year
September-December:
- Make an appointment to see your counselor to review your credits and post-secondary plans.
- If needed, see teachers about recommendations.
- Visit post-secondary institutions
- Meet with college admission representatives during their visit to MHS, see schedule of visits on Maia
- Determine whether you need to submit a test score as part of your application. Each college has their own testing policy – do you research!
- Re-take the ACT or SAT if you plan to include test scores in your application, for many colleges, taking the October exam is an option for the early deadlines
- Check out scholarship opportunities on Maia
- Complete the FAFSA if you plan to apply for need-based financial aid, the application opens in October
- Complete the CSS Profile (financial aid) form if your college choices require it.
- Check application deadlines and meet those deadlines.
- Request your transcript-in advance-to be sent to the colleges you are applying to in Maia (this will include letters of recommendation) and allow enough time for processing (at least one week), requests are date-stamped and handled on a first come, first served basis
- See your counselor, or the post-secondary counselor, with any questions you may have about the application process
January-February:
- See your counselor, or the post-secondary counselor, with any questions you may have about the application process
- Submit any additional applications
- Request mid-year grade reports be sent to colleges
- Stay focused on your academic work while you wait for acceptance letters
March-June:
- Make final campus visits if needed
- Send in confirmation and the housing deposit
- Notify colleges of your decision to attend or not attend by May 1
- Notify your counselor of your plans and update admissions decisions in Maia
- Request that your final transcript and verification of graduation be sent to the college you plan to attend
- Finish the year strong!
Solicitudes de ingreso a la universidad: cómo hacerlo
There are three types of college applications: (1) the Common Application, better known as the Common App, (2) the Coalition Application, and (3) a college’s proprietary application. There are over 1,100 colleges that accept the Common App, but some colleges only have their own application and do not accept the Common App; Minnesota State University Mankato, MIT, Grand Canyon, just to name a few. If you are not sure which application to use, ask your counselor!
Common App
Maia Learning
- Add Colleges I Am Applying to in Maia Learning
- Request a Transcript
- Requesting Teacher Letters of Recommendation
- Completing the FERPA Authorization and linking your Common App to Maia Learning
ESTRELLAS
- Sistema de expedientes académicos y calificaciones autodeclaradas (STARS)
- List of Colleges Supporting STARS plus details
Programa de admisión directa
Eventos y presentaciones
Eventos virtuales
- Tuesday, September 8: Senior Parent Night, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Tuesday, September 15: Ask the Experts: Business School Admissions Information Session and Panel, Three Colleges Share Tips and Advice: Indiana University, Miami Ohio, University of Minnesota, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Tuesday, September 22: Testing 101 at MHS, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Monday, September 28: Liberal Arts Advantage: Why Choose a Liberal Arts College? 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Tuesday, October 13: Ask the Experts: Engineering Admissions Information Session and Panel, Three Colleges Share Tips and Advice: University of Colorado, Boulder; University of Minnesota; Purdue University, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Monday, October 19: Understanding College Financial Aid, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Tuesday, October 27, Navigating the University of California Application, 7PM, Virtual
- Monday, March 15: Understanding your Financial Aid Award, 7:00 PM, Virtual
Eventos presenciales
- Thursday, September 17: Jesuit Education Tour (JET) College Fair, 7:00 - 8:00 AM, MHS Commons
- NACAC National College Fair Minnesota, a two-day, three-session annual fair that hosts over 300 colleges. Monday, October 5, 9:00 AM - noon, 5:30 - 7:30 PM & Tuesday, October 6, 9:00 AM-noon. The fair is located at the Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis. Buses are available for the evening session on Monday and will depart from MHS at 4:45 PM.
- Wednesday, October 14: Application and Essay Workshops, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, MCE Building
- Monday, October 26: FAFSA Completion Event, 7:00 PM, MHS Forum
- Monday, November 9: Skilled Trades and Aviation Career Exploration and Post Secondary/Employment Fair, 6:30 PM, VANMO Building
- Tuesday, January 26: 2027 Gap Year Fair, 6:00 - 8:00 PM MHS Commons
- Monday, February 22: College Fair, MHS, 6:00-7:30 PM
- Monday, March 22: Military Night, MHS, 7:00 PM
Promoción de 2028
By the end of Junior Year
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Identify and investigate post-secondary options aligned to your goals
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Research tuition and scholarship options
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Visit post-secondary institutions
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Do you need letters of recommendation for your college applications?
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Take at least one college entrance exam (ACT or SAT)
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Compare current GPA, academic and career indicators with post-school goals
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Continue to explore course options aligned to specific areas of interest/career path
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Update and review your resume
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Explore volunteer, summer internship, enrichment and part-time job opportunities
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Register carefully for your senior year courses, making sure that you will have the necessary preparation requirements for college
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If you are considering ROTC or a service academy, contact the appropriate persons so that you are doing the preliminary parts of the application
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Submit the NCAA Eligibility Center form if you plan to participate in a sport in college
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Visit with college admission reps in person at Minnetonka HS
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Sign on to Maia and prepare a plan
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Check out scholarship opportunities
Eventos y presentaciones
Eventos virtuales
- Tuesday, September 15: Ask the Experts: Business School Admissions Information Session and Panel, Three Colleges Share Tips and Advice: Indiana University, Miami Ohio, University of Minnesota, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Tuesday, September 22: Testing 101, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Sunday, September 27: Understanding the ACT & SAT: What You Need to Know, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Monday, September 28: Liberal Arts Advantage: Why Choose a Liberal Arts College? 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Tuesday, October 13: Ask the Experts: Engineering Admissions Information Session and Panel, Three Colleges Share Tips and Advice: University of Colorado, Boulder; University of Minnesota; Purdue University, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Monday, October 19: Understanding College Financial Aid, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Tuesday, October 27, Navigating the University of California Application, 7PM, Virtual
- Monday, January 11: Junior Parent Night, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Monday, February 1: Small, Medium or Large: What are the differences? What student and academic life looks like, along with key points to consider during the college search, 7:00 PM, Virtual
Eventos presenciales
- Thursday, September 17: Jesuit Education Tour (JET) College Fair, 7:00 - 8:00 AM, MHS Commons
- NACAC National College Fair Minnesota, a two-day, three-session annual fair that hosts over 300 colleges. Monday, October 5, 9:00 AM - noon, 5:30 - 7:30 PM & Tuesday, October 6, 9:00 AM-noon. The fair is located at the Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis. Buses are available for the evening session on Monday and will depart from MHS at 4:45 PM.
- Monday, November 9: Skilled Trades and Aviation Career Exploration and Post Secondary/Employment Fair, 6:30 PM, VANMO Building
- Tuesday, January 26: 2027 Gap Year Fair, 6:00 - 8:00 PM MHS Commons
- Monday, February 22: College Fair, MHS, 6:00-7:30 PM
- Monday, March 22: Military Night, 7:00 PM, MHS
Promoción de 2029
By the end of Sophomore Year
- Create a resume of your activities, experiences and honors; identify ways to further explore areas of interest
- Research specific jobs and careers
- Continue to evaluate and align future course selections to your areas of interest
- Explore how to prepare for AP or early college credit options to pursue
- Use your Maia account to begin exploring career and educational options
- Look for opportunities to connect with colleges, either thru campus visits, virtual and in-person information sessions and college rep visits at MHS
Eventos y presentaciones
Eventos virtuales
- Tuesday, September 15: Ask the Experts: Business School Admissions Information Session and Panel, Three Colleges Share Tips and Advice: Indiana University, Miami Ohio, University of Minnesota, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Tuesday, September 22: Testing 101 at MHS, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Sunday, September 27: Understanding the ACT & SAT: What You Need to Know, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Monday, September 28: Liberal Arts Advantage: Why Choose a Liberal Arts College? 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Tuesday, October 13: Ask the Experts: Engineering Admissions Information Session and Panel, Three Colleges Share Tips and Advice: University of Colorado, Boulder; University of Minnesota; Purdue University, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Monday, October 19: Understanding College Financial Aid, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Tuesday, October 27, Navigating the University of California Application, 7 PM, Virtual
- Monday, February 1: Small, Medium or Large: What are the differences? What student and academic life looks like, along with key points to consider during the college search, 7:00 PM, Virtual
- Monday, May 10: Sophomore Parent Night, 7:00 PM, Virtual
Eventos presenciales
- Thursday, September 17: Jesuit Education Tour (JET) College Fair, 7:00 - 8:00 AM, MHS Commons
- NACAC National College Fair Minnesota, a two-day, three-session annual fair that hosts over 300 colleges. Monday, October 5, 9:00 AM - noon, 5:30 - 7:30 PM & Tuesday, October 6, 9:00 AM-noon. The fair is located at the Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis. Buses are available for the evening session on Monday and will depart from MHS at 4:45 PM.
- Monday, November 9: Skilled Trades and Aviation Career Exploration and Post Secondary/Employment Fair, 6:30 PM, VANMO Building
- Monday, February 22: College Fair, MHS 6:00-7:30 PM
- Monday, March 22: Military Night, 7:00 PM, MHS
Class of 2030
By the end of Freshman Year:
- Identify clubs and activities that aligned to your areas of interest
- Investigate and consider volunteer, summer internship, enrichment and part-time job
- opportunities
- Explore coursework that can align to specific areas of interest/career path.
- Talk with your counselor about the relationship between your high school coursework and
- grades to post-high school plans
Eventos y presentaciones
Eventos virtuales
- Tuesday, September 22: Testing 101, 7:00 PM, Virtual
Eventos presenciales
- Thursday, September 17: Jesuit Education Tour (JET) College Fair, 7:00 - 8:00 AM, MHS Commons
- NACAC National College Fair Minnesota, a two-day, three-session annual fair that hosts over 300 colleges. Monday, October 5, 9:00 AM - noon, 5:30 - 7:30 PM & Tuesday, October 6, 9:00 AM-noon. The fair is located at the Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis. Buses are available for the evening session on Monday and will depart from MHS at 4:45 PM.
- Monday, November 9: Skilled Trades and Aviation Career Exploration and Post Secondary/Employment Fair, 6:30 PM, VANMO Building
- Monday, February 22: College Fair, MHS 6:00-7:30 PM
- Monday, March 22: Military Night, 7:00 PM, MHS

Choosing your path
- Centro de Orientación Universitaria y Profesional
- Maia
- Recursos para la planificación profesional
- Presentaciones grabadas
- Transcripciones
- Buscar trabajo
Centro de Orientación Universitaria y Profesional
The College & Career Center schedule is available in Maia. Visits will mostly be in-person in the College and Career Center with a few colleges offering a virtual session. You must sign up for the visits in Maia to receive a HUB pass.
How do I make an appointment?
Do you want to make an appointment to visit the Counseling Office?
Stop by or schedule online.
Need to make a appointment with the College and Career Counselor?
Stop into the CCC or schedule online.
Monday-Friday: 7:45 a.m.-3 p.m.
Maia
Maia is a K-12 college and career-readiness platform that engages students in planning for their future. It lets students develop profiles, explore careers that fit those profiles, and build academic, college, and career plans. It helps you manage college applications and build portfolios.
Resumen
Maia Overview Presentation for Families
How to get connected:
Student and Parent/Guardian: Log in through the MY SSO Click on MaiaLearning. If you are unable to connect, please email the family.helpdesk@minnetonkaschools.org and include the following information:
- Nombre del alumno
- Calificación del alumno
- Nombre del padre o de la madre
- Dirección de correo electrónico de los padres
What will you find on Maia?
- College Visit Schedule
- Learn about your interests and strengths
- Explore college and career options based on your interests
- Build digital portfolios and career plans
- Research colleges and universities
- Manage recommendation and transcript requests
- Scholarship Search
- Diagramas de dispersión: representación gráfica de los resultados de la aplicación
Recursos para la planificación profesional
Explore your interests and strengths-what do you enjoy and don’t enjoy in high school. What roles and accomplishments do you feel most proud of. These
may help guide you.
Leverage your network- look to your friends,
family, neighbors, and teachers to get connected with professionals for job shadow opportunities and conduct informational interviews.
Discover potential programs – research, visit, ask questions. Ask if there is flexibility to switch programs.
Presentaciones grabadas
2026-27
Testing 101: A Parent Guide to Testing at Minnetonka High School
Watch the Presentation
Ask the Experts: Business School Admissions Information Session and Panel: Three Colleges Share Tips and Advice: Indiana University, Miami Ohio, & University of Minnesota
Presented by U Chicago
Watch the Presentation
2025-26
Consejos para redactar ensayos universitarios
Presentado por la Universidad de Chicago
Ver la presentación
Revisión de solicitudes: universidades selectivas
Presentado por Boston College
Ver la presentación
Diapositivas
Ayuda financiera para la universidad
Presentado por Macalester College
Ver la presentación
Cómo orientarse en los sistemas de apoyo universitario para estudiantes con dificultades de aprendizaje
Ver la presentación
Mesa redonda sobre las universidades públicas de referencia
Ver la presentación
Comprender el ACT y el SAT: lo que necesitas saber
Ver la presentación
Cómo interpretar tus ofertas de ayuda financiera
Ver la presentación
De UCAS a la universidad: cómo solicitar plaza en el Reino Unido
Ver la presentación
2024-25
Consejos para solicitar plaza en universidades selectivas
Ver la presentación
Solicitud de admisión en universidades del Reino Unido — 1 de octubre de 2024
Presentación de Exeter y Durham en EE. UU. (PDF)
Ver la presentación
Mesa redonda de antiguos alumnos de la promoción de 2024
Ver la presentación
Consejos para el ensayo de solicitud de ingreso a la universidad
Ver la presentación
Noche de padres de alumnos de 3.º de ESO
Ver la presentación
Cómo orientarse en los sistemas de apoyo universitario para estudiantes con discapacidad
Ver la presentación
Mesa redonda sobre las universidades públicas de referencia
Ver la presentación
Información sobre las ayudas económicas para la universidad
Ver la presentación
Cómo interpretar la carta de concesión de becas y ayudas económicas universitarias
Ver la presentación
Transcripciones
Visita la página web de expedientes académicos para obtener más información sobre cómo consultar expedientes académicos no oficiales o solicitar expedientes académicos certificados.
Buscar trabajo
Las ofertas de empleo que figuran a continuación son independientes de las Escuelas de Minnetonka. Estas oportunidades se publican aquí como un servicio para los estudiantes y las empresas locales. Los estudiantes son responsables de enviar sus solicitudes a los posibles empleadores.
Los empleadores interesados en publicar ofertas de empleo deben rellenar este formulario.
Ofertas de empleo actuales
Haz clic en los enlaces que aparecen a continuación para obtener más información sobre cada puesto y sobre cómo presentar tu solicitud.
- Parque de atracciones: restauración, paisajismo, juegos, socorristas
- Sistema de Parques del Condado: puestos en el programa de prácticas «Pathways», puestos de mantenimiento, socorristas, jardineros
- Red de parques del condado (Chanhassen/Chaska) - Mantenimiento de carreteras, mantenimiento de parques
- Ciudad de Minnetonka: asistente de obras públicas, asistente del programa de parques, monitor de natación, socorrista
- Ciudad de Minnetonka - Consejo Asesor Juvenil
- Ciudad de Chanhassen - Entrenador deportivo en el centro recreativo - Jornada parcial (14 horas o más)
- Programa diurno/Programa comunitario - Monitores de campamento
- Goldfish Swim School: monitores de natación (a partir de 14 años) y socorristas (a partir de 15 años)
- Ferretería en Minnetonka - Asistencia al comercio minorista
- Salud y comunidad - Puestos en el Consejo Asesor Juvenil de Sunshine Stop (sin remuneración)
- KE Camps (Bearpath Golf & Country Club) - Director del campamento, monitor del campamento
- KE Camps (Woodhill Country Club) - Director del campamento, monitor del campamento
- Educación Comunitaria de Minnetonka - Árbitros de baloncesto, a tiempo parcial
- Distrito Escolar Público de Minnetonka - Auxiliares de Explorers (temporales y para todo el año)
- Park Nicollet/Methodist Hospital - Auxiliar de hospital para el verano (sin remuneración)
- Centro de actividades Pagel - Responsable del puesto de venta de comida
- Profesor de piano - A tiempo parcial, clase de piano para principiantes
- Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek - Prácticas de observación (muestreo de agua, topografía, inspección de obras) (sin remuneración)
- Recursos de asistencia para personas mayores: ayuda con el hogar y la propiedad — Corte del césped, ayuda con el jardín
- Colegio Católico San Juan Bautista - Auxiliar de la guardería
- State Fair - Roon's Savories - Part-time and Full-time Opportunities
- Feria Estatal: Tacos de San Felipe, cerveza de raíz Red Barn, Galaxy of Drinks
- Recursos sobre salud mental juvenil: puestos en el Consejo Asesor Juvenil (sin remuneración)
Opciones profesionales
Vocation & Trade Schools
Centros de formación profesional
Las escuelas de formación profesional de Minnesota preparan a los alumnos para desarrollar carreras lucrativas y muy demandadas en diversos campos. Estas escuelas imparten formación tanto en oficios tradicionales, como la fontanería, la mecánica de automóviles y la electricidad, como en profesiones actuales en áreas como la robótica, la ciberseguridad y la ingeniería.
Formación en prácticas
Formación en prácticas
Los programas de formación profesional son colaboraciones entre empresas, la industria, los sindicatos y el gobierno que permiten a los estudiantes formarse en oficios especializados mediante clases teóricas y prácticas en el lugar de trabajo. La mayoría de los puestos de formación profesional son remunerados.
Más información sobre los programas de formación profesional
Military
The military offers a variety of training opportunities and requires a service commitment.
In addition to regular enlistment, students who want to pursue a college degree before they complete their service commitment can apply for a ROTC program or a service academy.
Many college campuses offer ROTC programs. ROTC scholarships allow students to complete their education at a civilian college at the same time they are training to become a commissioned officer in a branch of the armed services.
The service academies, which require a fairly extensive application process, include the following:
- United States Air Force Academy
- United States Coast Guard Academy
- United States Merchant Marine Academy
- United States Military Academy
- United States Naval Academy
Empleo
Employment immediately after high school is an option chosen by students who know that they wish to be involved in an occupation which requires no additional training beyond high school or who want to delay formalized post high school training. Sometimes companies have their own training programs. Students wishing to pursue the employment option should talk with their counselor about resources.
The following Web sites provide information on career planning and researching jobs:
Financing Education
- Becas
- FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
- MSEP: Midwest Student Exchange Program
- Reciprocidad
- La promesa de North Star
Becas
Ten en cuenta que, si vas a solicitar plaza en universidades de cuatro años, las becas más cuantiosas suelen proceder directamente de las propias universidades. Asegúrate de informarte sobre las oportunidades de becas y ayudas económicas que ofrece cada universidad que estés barajando.
Using Maia to Find Scholarships
You may view Scholarship Information in Maia. If you have questions, please reach out to Michele Johnson at michele.johnson@minnetonkaschools.org.
MHS Local Scholarship 2026-2027
Los alumnos de último curso pueden solicitar estas becas a través del formulario de solicitud de becas locales de MHS. Los beneficiarios de estas becas son seleccionados por el comité de becas del instituto Minnetonka High School.
Instrucciones para la solicitud
- Para solicitar estas becas, debes iniciar sesión con tu correo electrónico de estudiante de mtka.org.
- Puedes solicitar hasta seis becas rellenando el formulario de solicitud de becas locales de MHS. Solo se aceptará una solicitud por alumno de último curso. Lee atentamente las descripciones para asegurarte de que cumples los requisitos para optar a esa beca en concreto.
- El plazo de solicitud se abre el 2 de febrero de 2026 y se cierra el 9 de marzo de 2026.
- Las ayudas oscilan entre 500 y 3300 dólares
Motores de búsqueda de becas
Scholarships.comclasifica las becas en diversas categorías específicas, entre las que se incluyen la nota media, la pertenencia al ejército, el origen étnico, las habilidades artísticas, la puntuación en el ACT o el SAT y el estado de residencia. Al seleccionar una de estas categorías, es probable que aparezca una amplia lista de subcategorías en la que podrás ver todas las becas a las que puedes optar. Este sistema ayuda a los estudiantes a encontrar becas especializadas con un número reducido de solicitantes, lo que aumenta sus posibilidades de conseguirlas.
Fastweb
Fastwebrecopila becas de directorios tanto grandes como pequeños. Para buscar becas, hay que crear un perfil, al igual que en otras páginas web. Sin embargo, una vez completado el proceso de registro inicial, puedes buscar becas fácilmente y filtrar los resultados según varios criterios. Fastweb también te avisará cuando se publique una nueva beca que se ajuste a tu perfil y cuando se acerquen los plazos de solicitud.
College Board
Probablemente ya conozcas el College Boardsi te has presentado al SAT, a los exámenes AP o a otras pruebas de acceso a la universidad. Pero el College Board también puede ayudarte una vez que te hayan admitido en una universidad: su buscador de becas te ayuda a encontrar ayudas para financiar tus estudios universitarios.
Una vez que hayas creado una cuenta, podrás filtrar las becas según tus intereses, tu campo de estudios, los clubes a los que pertenezcas o situaciones específicas, como por ejemplo, si tus padres están divorciados. College Board también te sugerirá automáticamente las becas a las que puedes optar en función de la información de tu perfil. Además, cuenta con una función de autocompletar que te permite reutilizar la información de otras solicitudes de beca, lo que te ahorrará tiempo y te ayudará a solicitar más becas.
ScholarshipOwl
ScholarshipOwles una popular página web dedicada a las becas que recopila las ayudas disponibles y las clasifica por importe, tipo de requisitos, número de beneficiarios y plazo de presentación de solicitudes.
ScholarshipOwl volverá a enviar automáticamente tu solicitud a las becas recurrentes que no requieran más que tus datos básicos. Así tendrás más tiempo para centrarte en las becas que exigen ensayos y cartas de recomendación.
Bold.org
Mientras que muchos sitios web de becas resultan difíciles de navegar, Bold.orgcuenta con una de las interfaces más intuitivas. Es fácil buscar y encontrar diferentes becas a las que puedas optar, y puedes filtrar los resultados por nivel de estudios, tipo de beca, importe y fecha límite. Incluso puedes activar la opción «sin ensayo» para encontrar becas que no requieran la presentación de un ensayo escrito.
Cappex
Cappexafirma ser la mayor base de datos de becas en línea, por lo que podría merecer la pena echar un vistazo a la página en busca de posibles oportunidades. Al igual que en otras páginas, hay que crear una cuenta para ver todas las becas a las que podrías optar. Su sistema de filtros te permite ordenar las becas por curso académico, importe, género, origen étnico y fecha límite de solicitud. También puedes buscar becas renovables, que ofrecen financiación para la universidad durante varios años.
Scholly
Cuando rellenas un perfil en Scholly, su algoritmo analiza todas las becas disponibles y elabora una lista de las ayudas a las que puedes optar. Cada beca tiene una puntuación Scholly, que indica en qué medida se ajusta a tu perfil y experiencia. Cuanto más alta sea la puntuación Scholly, mejor se ajustan tus perfiles a los requisitos de la beca.
CareerOneStop
El Departamento de Trabajo de EE. UU. cuenta con su propio sitio web de becasa través del portal CareerOneStop. Hay más de 8.000 becas disponibles, y puedes filtrarlas por palabra clave u ordenarlas por importe, fecha límite, estado de residencia y estado en el que vas a estudiar.
Hay becas disponibles para estudiantes matriculados en un centro de formación profesional o que estén cursando un grado de técnico superior, así como para estudiantes de grado y posgrado.
FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
College Service Scholarship (CSS) Profile
El CSS Profile es el formulario de solicitud de ayuda financiera del College Board que utilizan unas 260 universidades, en su mayoría privadas, para el proceso de admisión de estudiantes de grado. Además de presentar la FAFSA, es necesario rellenar el formulario CSS Profile para acceder a las universidades participantes.
Todas las universidades del programa PROFILE utilizan la FAFSA para determinar qué solicitantes reúnen los requisitos para recibir ayudas económicas federales o estatales. La mayoría de las universidades públicas y privadas también se basan en la FAFSA para determinar quién puede optar a las ayudas económicas propias de la institución, concedidas en función de las necesidades. Sin embargo, las universidades del programa PROFILE desean profundizar más allá de lo que permite la FAFSA a la hora de evaluar quién reúne los requisitos para recibir ayudas económicas de su propia institución.
MSEP: Midwest Student Exchange Program
Reciprocidad
La promesa de North Star
College Path
- College Planning
- National College Fair Minnesota
- 2-Year Community College
- 4-Year College
- Researching Schools
- College Athletics
- Application Process
College Planning
With so many options available—two-year colleges, four-year universities, in-state, out-of-state, public, and private—it’s important to explore what fits you best. Minnetonka High School offers a wide range of resources to support you every step of the way. MHS Counselors and the College and Career Center are available to you make informed choices and confidently plan for life after high school.
MHS Counselors
Phone 952-401-5811
Fax 952-401-5814
Do you want to make an appointment?
Stop by or schedule online.
The College & Career Center
You must sign up for the visits in Maia to receive a HUB pass.
Need to make a appointment?
Stop into the CCC or schedule online.
Monday-Friday: 7:45 a.m.-3 p.m.
National College Fair Minnesota
La Feria Nacional de Universidades de la NACAC en Minnesota es un evento anual de dos días de duración, dividido en tres sesiones, que acoge a unas 300 universidades en el Centro de Convenciones de Minneapolis
Details: Visit the NACAC National College Fair Website
When is the College Fair? October 2026 dates TBA.
- Primer día: de 9:00 a 12:00 y de 17:30 a 19:30
- Segundo día: de las 9:00 a. m. a las 12:00 del mediodía
Where is it located: Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis
- MHS will be providing buses to the college fair for the evening session
2-Year Community College
Examples of community colleges near Minnetonka are:
- Normandale Community College, Bloomington
- North Hennepin Community College, Brooklyn Park
- Minneapolis Community and Technical College
Students who desire to earn a four-year degree can complete their last two years by transferring their community college credits to a four-year school that agrees to accept them.
4-Year College
Four-year colleges are located in every state and are either public (which means they are partly supported by taxes and are therefore generally less expensive than private colleges) or private (which are not supported by taxes).
Both public and private colleges offer a wide variety of programs and vary in size from very small to very large. There are more than 3,000 four-year colleges in the United States to choose from.
Examples of four-year colleges in Minnesota are:
- The University of Minnesota (campuses in the Twin Cities, Crookston, Duluth, Morris and Rochester)
- State University System (campuses in Bemidji, Mankato, Marshall, Moorhead, St. Cloud, St. Paul and Winona)
- Private Colleges (Augsburg, Bethel, Carleton, Concordia-Moorhead, Concordia-St. Paul, Gustavus, Hamline, Macalester, Minneapolis College of Art and Design, St. Benedict, St. Catherine, St. John’s, St. Mary’s, St. Olaf, St. Scholastica and St. Thomas, among others)
Researching Schools
Researching schools thoroughly can be the difference between a satisfying post high school experience and one that is not quite so satisfying. There are many aspects to the research process.
Preparation Requirements
Knowing what preparation is needed in high school is important. Most four-year colleges have specific coursework they want students to have completed before entering their college. These preparation requirements can vary from college to college and vary by major. The minimum preparation requirements for a majority of four-year colleges are: four years of English; three or more years of social studies; three years of laboratory science; three years of math (starting with algebra); two years of a world language; and one year of the arts. However, students wishing to apply to a very competitive college (or a specialized program, such as engineering) will most likely need to take more math, science, and/or world language. It is always best to check directly with the colleges to which you are applying for information about admissions criteria.
Admission Criteria
In addition to the coursework requirements, colleges have admission criteria that vary from college to college. Admission criteria most commonly refer to grade point average and/ or standardized test scores. These items are looked at carefully by college admission staff. Many colleges also consider the rigor of coursework taken in high school. It is certainly educationally sound to be taking coursework that is appropriately challenging for you. Some colleges require that have your transcript sent from the high school, other colleges require you to self-report your courses and grades. Most commonly, admission offices rely heavily on the transcript and test scores (if included) for making admission decisions. Some colleges will also consider your activities, essays and special talents as part of the selection process.
Personal Preferences
When researching and comparing colleges, you will want to consider your preferences such as selectivity, type of school (public or private), majors offered, size, location, activities available, faculty to student ratio, composition of the student body, facilities, special programs available, and cost. It is a good idea to have in mind what is most important to you before you begin exploring schools.
Resources Available
There are many resources available to you as you research colleges. In addition to your parents and your school counselor, a primary resource is the Minnetonka High School College and Career Center located adjacent to the Counseling Office. This is also the location for the 150+ college admission representatives who will visit MHS. In the fall, a national college fair is held in Minneapolis, with representatives from over 300 colleges and universities. More details are listed at nacacfairs.org. Numerous Web resources are available for researching colleges.
Admissions Test Requirements
Most colleges have adopted a test-optional policy in admission. That said, some colleges still like to see a test score for certain majors, honors programs and scholarships. Be sure to do your research and ask questions! The updated list can be found at FairTest.org.
Taking a college admissions test at least twice is a good idea for students considering attending a four-year college. It is generally recommended that the ACT or SAT be taken in the junior or senior year. These tests can be taken more than once.
Students who receive testing accommodations at Minnetonka High School may qualify for accommodations for the ACT/SAT college entrance exams. For details, visit ACT.org or College Board.
The College Visit
Most colleges conduct tours on a regular basis and some have special event days or weekends, which are designed especially for prospective students. Visits are available either in-person or virtual.
When participating in a college visit, plan ahead! Types of visits vary by institution. Most visit options include an information session and a campus tour. Inquire if you are able to tour a residence hall, attend a class, meet with a current student or faculty member. Other options to include on your campus visit is the student services office or ROTC. Go prepared with a list of questions, take notes and pictures.
If you cannot visit in person, take a virtual tour of the college or university. In addition to the college’s virtual options, go to: www.ecampustours. com or www.campusreel.org.
Putting It Together
A comparison spreadsheet can be very helpful once you have researched several schools. You will want to personalize it to include the categories most important to you. It is a way to see “at a glance” how the schools compare in those areas of greatest interest to you. It is also a handy way to access admissions requirements, testing, and deadlines.
College Athletics
NCAA Requirements
Los estudiantes que estén pensando en practicar deportes universitarios o tengan intención de hacerlo deberían visitar la página web de la NCAA sobre requisitos de elegibilidad para asegurarse de que comprenden dichos requisitos. Aquí encontrarás los enlaces a los recursos educativos.
Application Process
The application process begins early in the senior year; therefore, it is important to have completed most of your research during your junior year. This can be a very time consuming and stressful experience, but with some planning and organization, it can be productive and enjoyable.
Applications
Determine which application id best for you. Many colleges have their own application and use the Common Application. There are over 1,000 colleges that use the Common Application, which allows you to apply to numerous schools with one application form. To access the form or submit the application electronically, go to www.commonapp.org.
For those students using the Common Application, you will need to fill out the FERPA release form in the My Colleges section. In addition, you will need to do the matching of your Common App account with Maia, in the“Colleges I’m Applying To” section.
Regardless of the application that you use, pay close attention to unique requirements; for example, some colleges may ask for letters of recommendation and others may not.
If the college has optional essays, video submission, or interviews, it is highly recommended that you take advantage of these options. It can only enhance your application!
Transcript Release
Most colleges will require an official copy of your high school transcript sent directly from MHS. Allow a minimum of one week for processing your transcript request.
Transcripts (and letters of rec) are requested in Maia.
The Essay
Don’t let the essay paralyze you with fear! The admission representatives simply want to know you better! Ask yourself the question, “what else would I like others to know about me that I feel is an important part of me?” When writing an essay or personal statement, take your time, develop an outline, and proofread. The MHS Writing Center is a great place to ask for guidance.
Recommendations
Colleges may require or encourage you to have one to two teacher recommendations from a core subject area. In addition to the teacher’s recommendation, you may be required to have a counselor recommendation as well. If a counselor letter is desired or required, you must complete the Senior Questionnaire form on Naviance. Please see your teacher and counselor personally to ask them about writing a letter of recommendation for you. Don’t leave this until the last minute!
Give teachers and your counselor at least three weeks to write the evaluation. Reconnect with your recommenders, let them know your application timeline. Finally, a thank-you note is greatly appreciated for your recommenders’ efforts.
The Interview
A handful of colleges and universities require you to interview with one of their admission representatives. Other schools may give you the option of having an interview. If you do participate in an interview, go prepared. You should have some basic knowledge of the school, and a list of questions that you intend to ask. Remember, the interview is as much an opportunity for you to find out about the school, as for the school to find out about you. Appearance, mannerisms and first impressions are important. Mostly, be yourself! Be sure to send an email to thank your interviewer
Servicio de orientación en MHS
Contacto
Norma Gutiérrez
Orientadora de estudios superiores
norma.gutierrez@minnetonkaschools.org
952-401-5746
Michele Johnson
Asistente, Centro de Orientación Universitaria y Profesional
michele.johnson@minnetonkaschools.org
952-401-5844