College & Career Readiness Roadmap
The future is full of possibilities, and our College and Career Specialist team is dedicated to helping students discover yours. Whether you have your future dream career in mind or you're just starting to explore, we are here to guide you. Use this page to find valuable information on academic planning, standardized testing, financial aid, and much more. Let's work together to make your post-graduation goals a reality. Choose your grade level above to view your guide on what to expect at the current step in your journey.
College and Career Centers
The College and Career Center is an excellent resource for all things related to college, scholarships, trade-school, military, employment and more. Working together with a School Counselor and the College and Career Center Specialist will help to set you up on the best pathway for success.
You can find your College and Career Specialist below!
| High School | College & Career Specialist |
| AZ College Prep | Felicia Brown |
| Basha | Alejandra Morales Jacome |
| Casteel | Keri Connolly |
| Chandler | Christine Milczarek |
| Hamilton | Shannon Liebrock |
| Perry | Kim Kwong |
Counseling Office
Our school Counseling Offices are excellent resources, and an integral part of your success journey. Counselors are assigned based on your last name and will remain with you all four years. Visit the Counseling Office page at your specific school to discover who your counselor is. To schedule an appointment, please contact the Counseling Assistant. Walk-ins are also an option before and after school, and during lunch.
Applying to Colleges
When considering the college application process, preparation is key. It is important that you understand the entry requirements for all the universities or colleges that you are interested in applying to as they can vary from state to state. Focusing on things such as GPA, challenging courses, test score requirements, and involvement in extracurricular activities is good idea. Make time to research potential schools thoroughly to find a good balance and fit by considering things like available majors, location, size, cost, and campus culture.
Application Fee Information & Waivers
College Credit & Dual Enrollment
Dual Enrollment provides high school students the opportunity to earn community college credits while still in high school. Dual Enrollment for CUSD is through Chandler-Gilbert Community College.
Advanced Placement (AP) offerings are an important component of the high school curriculum in CUSD. Currently, there are 45 AP courses offered throughout the district.
Dual Enrollment Opportunities
What is Advanced Placement (AP)?
Arizona College Credit Links
Financial Aid
Paying for college may be one of the most significant hurdles students face. Thankfully, there are resources in place that can lessen that concern. The most notable resource is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This application is administered by the U.S. Department of Education, and is a crucial first step in the process for obtaining grants, scholarships, and loans to pay for school.
Submitting the FAFSA as early as possible is beneficial, as some types of financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
Military Opportunities
Many students begin high school with the idea that the only path to a successful future is a four-year college degree. While college is a great option for many, it is not the only one. For some, a different path after graduation—one that offers unique opportunities for personal growth, career training, and financial stability—might be a better fit.
One of these alternatives is serving in the U.S. Military. The Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard all offer a variety of career paths for high school graduates. Students are encouraged to also consider these opportunities when developing the plan for their future.
Military Resource Links
Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)
What is ASVAB Career Exploration Program?
Grants and Scholarships for Military Families
Military Academy Information
U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York
U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Maryland
U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, New York
U.S. Coast Guard Academy at New London, Connecticut
CUSD's 4 E's
We focus on equipping our students for success immediately after high school graduation in either of CUSD’s 4 E’s (enrollment, enlistment, employment, entrepreneurship). Whichever path a student chooses, as the premier district of choice, CUSD is committed to building a strong foundation for every student to succeed immediately after high school graduation.
1 Employment
2 Enrollment
3 Enlistment
4 Entrepreneurship
