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Curriculum Guide and Course of Studies for The Academy at MSU

Typical Program of Studies

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12
Physical Science Biology Chemistry Physics or Chemistry II
World History Modern World History American History Democracy
Algebra I or Geometry Geometry or Algebra II Trigonometry Calculus or Statistics
Spanish I Spanish II Computers (MSU) Elective
Health Elective Elective Elective
Study Hall Elective Elective Elective

Electives to choose from:

  • Advanced Art and Drawing
  • Physical Education: All sports count as 1/2 credits for Physical Education
  • Spanish II
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Biology II
  • Mountain State University Classes approved by the Dean's office

Please note that if a student so chooses, they can take classes through the University as high school elective credits as well as credit toward their college career. The student must gain permission from their advisor, their parent or guardian, and the Dean's Office.

 

2009-2010 ACT Test Dates

Test Date

Registration Deadline

(regular fee)

Late Registration

(late fee required)

     
September 12, 2009 August 07, 2009 August 08-12, 2009
October, 24, 2009 September 18, 20089 Sept. 19 - Oct. 2, 2009
December 12, 20089 November 6, 2009 November 7-20, 2009
February 6, 2010 January 5, 2010 January 6-15, 2010
April 10, 2010 March 5, 2010 March 6 - 19, 2010
June 12, 2010 May 7, 2010 May 8 - 21, 2010

 

2010-2011 ACT Test Dates

Test Date
September 11, 2010
October 23, 2010
December 11, 2010
February 12, 2011
April 09, 2011
June 11, 2011

*Registration deadlines for 2010-2011 will be posted online March 2010.

Students are encouraged to register for the ACT online at www.actstudent.org

 

2009-2010 SAT Test Dates and Registration Deadlines

Test Dates Test Regular Registration Deadlines

Late Registration Deadlines

(late fee applies)

October 10, 2009 SAT & Subject Tests September 9, 2009 September 23, 2009
November 7, 2009 SAT & Subject Tests October 01, 2009 October 15, 2009
December 5, 2009 SAT & Subject Tests October 30, 2009 November 12, 2009
January 23, 2010 SAT & Subject Tests December 15, 2009 December 30, 2009
March 13, 2010 SAT Only February 04, 2010 February 18, 2010
May 1, 2010 SAT & Subject Tests March 25, 2010 April 8, 2010
June 5, 2010 SAT & Subject Tests April 29, 2010 May 13, 2010

Students are encouraged to register for the SAT online at www.collegeboard.com

 

2009 PSAT Test administered by The Academy at MSU

Each fall the PSAT Test is administered by The Academy at MSU. PSAT / NMSQT stands for Preliminary SAT / National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. The PSAT provides first hand practice for the SAT Reasoning Test. It also gives students a chance to participate in the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) Scholarship program.

2009 PSAT / NMSQT Test Date is October 14, 2009. Click here for the downloadable registration form. The Official Student Guide to the PSAT / NMSQT is available in the Guidance Counselor office to help students prepare for test day.

 

The Academy at MSU Summer -SAT Prep Course

Each summer The Academy at Mountain State University offers a two week Summer SAT Prep Course.

The Academy at MSU - SAT Prep Course Benefits:

  • Classroom instruction
  • Strategic approaches for each section of the SAT exam
  • Each student receives a copy of the Official SAT Study Guide
  • A one year subscription to The Official SAT Online Course
  • Four complete practice exams

Classes in each session meet Monday through Friday 9am to noon. Total cost for the SAT Prep Course, including study aids and practice exams will be $500. Each session is limited to 30 students. Contact the Academy office at 929-1627 or mwriston@mountainstate.edu for more information.

 

 
 
 
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