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College & Career Resource Center (CCRC)
College and Career Resource Center (CCRC)
UHS Mission Statement: “Every student, College and Career Ready.”
CCRC supports the efforts of teachers and guidance counselors in connecting students to pathways for post-secondary success. The mission of the College and Career Resource Center is to equip students with the tools and knowledge necessary to navigate their post-high school journey. We support students in discovering a wide range of career choices, including pathways to college, technical schools, military service, or direct entry into the workforce. Our resources assist both those exploring options and those with clear aspirations in making well-informed decisions. By facilitating career planning, college admissions, and access to financial aid and scholarships, we broaden students' horizons and prepare them for successful futures.
Communication:
Canvas Cougar Corner – CCRC: Parents, please add yourself as an observer in Canvas to view content.
ParentSquare: This will be the best communication tool with parents!
Facebook: Uhs Ccrc
Instagram: uhs.ccrc
Resources:
Xello: Students can access this College and Career tool through Launchpad
- Career Match
- College Planning
- College Applications
- Scholarships
- Link to Common App
- Resume Building
- Recommendation Requests
- Track FAFSA and College Applications
ASVAB - As part of the Career Exploration Program, UHS students have the opportunity to take the ASVAB, the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery. This aptitude test is designed to help predict future academic and occupational success by evaluating your developed skills and training potential. Beyond its value in career planning, the ASVAB is also a prerequisite for U.S. Military enlistment, directly impacting which military branches and job opportunities for which you may be eligible.
Workshops and College Visits:
To support students and parents in their post-high school journey, we are pleased to offer a variety of valuable resources. Financial Aid workshops will be conveniently available during and after school hours. The CCRC will serve as the hub for direct visits from college representatives and military recruiters. Furthermore, we will regularly post announcements for upcoming College Fairs throughout the Central Florida area, ensuring you stay informed. All these opportunities, including workshops and college or military visits, will have a dedicated sign-up link for easy access. We are eager to provide essential guidance as students explore and define their path after high school.
Financial Aid:
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) -Free money from the Federal Government for college and vocational institutions
- Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) – Application for the identification needed to complete the FAFSA
- Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) – Florida Student Scholarship & Grant Programs
- College Scholarship Service Profile (CSS Profile) – Application for non-federal institutional aid
Scholarships:
OCPS Researched Scholarship List
Essay Help:
College Essay Guy – Many online resources and webinars to brainstorm and help in the process of writing the college essay.
College Application Platforms:
Common App – Apply to many colleges through one common application.
Common Black College Application – Apply to over 50 HBCU institutions for a fee.
Individual College Websites – Search the college of your choice and enter the undergraduate admissions page.
College Admission Testing:
OCPS Resources: