College Guidance
Alice Purcell
Academic Counselor
alice.purcell@fbcatx.org
Meet Mrs. Purcell
The transition from high school to college can be a rigorous journey, one where preparation is key. With the application process underway now, try the following guide for students beginning the college application process, a guide that outlines the process from beginning to end!
Admissions exams
Personal statements and entrance essays
Letters of recommendation
Interviews and campus visits
First Baptist Christian Academy uses SCOIR to assist high school students applying for colleges. Students will receive their Scoir account information and training from Mrs. Purcell.
APPLY TEXAS and SAT, ACT FBCA CEEB CODE is: 445-380
- Sign up for SAT
- Sign up for ACT
- Federal Student Aid FAFSA
- Occupational Outlook Handbook (US Dept of Labor career profiles)
- UH Academic Excellence Scholarship (for students in top 20% in g
- UH Graduation Pledge (up to $3000 credit for graduating in 4 years; paid beginning each fall semester in increasing amounts each year.)
- Financial Aid Basics: What Students and Families Need to Know
PSAT, ACT and SAT College Entrance Exams
Scholarship opportunities
Scholarship Opportunities from San Jacinto College: https://sjcd.academicworks.com/
Financial Aid Overview and Scholarships:
https://www.christiancolleges.com/resources/financial-aid/
Financial Aid for Christian Colleges:
https://www.christiancolleges.com/resources/financial-aid-for-christian-colleges/
Financial Aid for Military and Veterans:
https://www.christiancolleges.com/resources/military-and-veterans-financial-aid/
Financial Aid for Minority Students:
https://www.christiancolleges.com/resources/minority-students-financial-aid/
