Early College Credit Options
If you plan to request to enroll in a college course through Early College Credit Program or Start College Now for the Fall 2021 semester, be sure to submit your application to your counselor by the March 1st deadline.
More information about each program, as well as the application can be found below:
Start College Now (SCN) allows high school students the opportunity to take college courses at Wisconsin Technical Colleges. The process is very similar to Youth Options. Statute 38. 12 (14) outlines the aspects of the program. Students looking to take courses in the fall semester must turn in the application to their high school counselor by March 1 of each year. Counselors will forward directly to the district representative on behalf of the student and family.
Link to Application / Madison College SCN Website
Program Specifics:
- Courses requested CANNOT be similar or equivalent to courses offered by the district
- Student may take up to 18 credits; no more than 2 courses at a time
- Grades 11 & 12 only
- Fall & spring semesters only; no Summer option
- Student MUST meet pre-requisites outlined for each course
- Processed within MMSD by the Office of Personalized Pathways
- Questions? Contact Jen Wegner, 663-5229
The Early College Credit Program (ECCP) allows high school students the opportunity to take college courses at Wisconsin public (University of Wisconsin) and private universities. The process is very similar to Youth Options. Statute 118.55 outlines the aspects of the program. Students looking to take coursework over the summer term need to submit their application to their high school counselor prior to February 1 each year. Students looking to take courses in the fall semester must turn in the application to their high school counselor by March 1 of each year. Counselors will forward directly to the district representative on behalf of the student and family.
Link to UW Application / UW Website
Link to Private College Application / Website
Program Specifics:
- Courses requested CANNOT be similar or equivalent to courses offered by the district
- Student may take up to 18 credits; no limits number of courses at a given time; however, UW will limit to 1 course at a time in most cases, 2 in rare cases with previous successful completion
- Grades 9-12; however, most universities will have restrictions for Grade 10 or lower (unless there are extenuating circumstances)
- Fall, spring, and summer courses are available under the program
- Student MUST meet pre-requisites outlined for each course
- Processed within MMSD by the Office of Personalized Pathways
- Questions? Contact Jen Wegner, 663-5229
Is Your College Asking For Your Mid-Year Transcripts?
If your school is NOT on the Common Application, students are required to request their mid-year transcript via parchment.com to be sent to any schools they applied to that are outside of the Common App.
Edgewood College $1,000 Scholarship
Now through March 1, 2021, Dane County residents who apply to Edgewood College using Fee Waiver Code 246 will automatically receive a one-time $1,000 scholarship to the college! No strings attached and no extra forms to submit!
Bobbie Briggs
She, Her, Hers
Undergraduate Admissions Counselor | Edgewood College 1000 Edgewood College Dr Madison, WI 53711 Call: (608) 663-3237 Text: (608) 478-4862 bmbriggs@edgewood.edu
West HS Scholarship Application Closes Feb. 5th at 4 PM!
Students can access the application HERE or by visiting the front page of the West HS Counseling Website: madisonwesths.wixsite.com/counseling
Scholarship Application Information Video
By completing this one application, you will be eligible for over 40 scholarships!
What is it? Each year, many local organizations and individuals generously provide approximately 40 scholarships for West Seniors. Each scholarship donor determines the criteria for their scholarship. The criteria vary widely, but may include one or more of the following: academic achievement, leadership, school/community service, athletic achievement, financial need, special interests/talents, personal character, or intended area of study.
Who can Apply? ALL SENIORS who have attended high school in the Madison Metropolitan School District for a minimum of three (3) full semesters. The 8th, or final, semester must be at West. In addition, seniors must complete and submit the West High Scholarship application to be considered for these scholarships.
If you have any questions, please contact one of the following counselors:
Kelly Anderle (608-204-3194; kaanderle@madison.k12.wi.us)
Lisa Lehman (608-204-4132; lalehman@madison.k12.wi.us)
Scholarships in Xello
SCHOLARSHIPS
Seniors should check out MMSD's directory of local scholarships by logging into Xello and clicking on "College Resources." This scholarship list is continually being updated as we find out about local scholarships. Students can also save a list of scholarships they wish to apply to and track their application progress in Xello.
College Goal WI/Free FAFSA Assistance
Tuesday, February 23rd at 6:00 pm.
Thursday, March 4th at 11:30 am.
Thursday, April 15th at 6:00 pm.
To register for one event or to request additional information, please refer to https://collegegoalwi.org.
She Looks Like a Cardiologist Virtual Event
You’re Invited!
What
She Looks Like a Cardiologist: Developing Pathways for High School Girls to Pursue a Career in Cardiology, a free virtual event offered by the MidWest Women in Cardiology Alliance.
Who
This event is intended to inspire female high school juniors and seniors with an interest in science, research, or medicine to consider the exciting field of Cardiology.
When
This event will stream live on Saturday, February 27, 2021, from 10:30 am-1:00 pm (EST).
Background
Cardiovascular disease is the #1 killer of all Americans, and we need bright, talented, and motivated young minds to join us in addressing this issue for future generations. Our research shows that while ~50% of medical students are female, only a small fraction of these women chooses to specialize in Cardiology. The MidWest Women in Cardiology Alliance wants to show you what life is like as a female cardiologist in the hopes that one day you, too, will #ChooseCardiology.
Video Introduction
A brief introduction to the She Looks Like a Cardiologist program can be seen via the following link:
Program Content & Why You Should Participate
The program will cover sub-specialties within Cardiology including General Cardiology, Cardiac Imaging, Interventional Cardiology, Electrophysiology, and Advanced Heart Failure. We will have female cardiologists from Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Wisconsin participating in live Q&A sessions. This will be a great opportunity to connect with mentors in your area.
Find out more details and Sign Up HERE
UW Madison's Business Emerging Leader (BEL) Program
The Business Emerging Leaders (BEL) Program is designed for promising students who come from diverse backgrounds and have strong academic records and demonstrated leadership skills. Program participation gives students a distinct competitive advantage when adjusting to college life, learning in classes, and applying for internship opportunities, ultimately preparing them for successful careers in business.
BEL Program students who are admitted to UW–Madison and major in business are granted a full-tuition scholarship for four years of attendance. (Completion of the program does not guarantee admission into the university.) The BEL Program meets every summer for three years, beginning the summer after tenth grade. Learn more on the Program Details page.
Students are selected based on their demonstrated academic success, leadership skills, commitment to diversity, and potential to excel in business at the university.
BEL applicants must:
- Be a current 10th grade student
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Have and maintain a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA (unweighted on a 4.0 scale)
BEL applicants must identify as at least one of the following:
- African American
- Southeast Asian American (Hmong, Vietnamese, Laotian, Cambodian)
- Hispanic/Latino
- Native American
- Low-income student (defined as a student who receives free or reduced lunch benefits at school)
Note the application deadline of February 19, 2021.
Work Permits
MMSD Schools are Closed at this time and students will need to obtain a work permit from one of the following offices. (We suggest that you call ahead to check on office hours.):
Commonwealth Development
1501 Williamson Street
256-3521
Briarpatch Youth Services
2720 Rimrock Road
245-2550
ALCS Abundant Life School
4901 E Buckeye Road
221-1520
Please note that students will need to bring the following items:
- An ID issued by the state (birth certificate, baptismal certificate, driver’s license, state ID or previous child labor permit),
- A letter from the employer saying he/she have hired you and lists the nature of the business, your job duties, hours of work, and time of day you will work.
- A letter from parent/guardian giving student permission to accept the job (this may be a parent note or signature on the employer’s letter),
- A Social Security card, or verification of number with insurance or tax form and
- $10
Tutoring Zoom Room
TUTORING ZOOM ROOM
is now open from 8:30-3:30, Monday - Friday following the school calendar! If you requested tutoring supports, please check your email for information and the link to the Zoom Room. If you would like to request a tutor, please complete this TUTOR REQUEST FORM. If you would like to visit the tutor room with questions please click here. You may contact Mrs. Schumacher or Ms. Swenson with any questions.
