College Guidance
The college placement process at Montverde Academy begins early in the high school career by immediately introducing students to several opportunities which invites them to explore the world of college admissions, giving them the tools necessary to navigate their educational journey beyond Montverde Academy.
Freshmen begin the college placement process by taking the PSAT and the PLAN. These two tests prepare students for the SAT and the ACT which are required for college admission to most US colleges and universities. Students will also be able to explore their career interests through a series of classes facilitated by one of the local universities.
Sophomores continue the college placement process by also taking the PSAT and the PLAN. Additionally they participate in the “Sophomore College Experience” which includes a private tour of two local colleges or universities and an informational session with admissions representatives. During the second semester, sophomores are also encouraged to visit with the 75 plus college representatives who visit Montverde Academy annually.
Juniors continue the college placement process initiated during the freshman and sophomore year by also taking the PSAT and in doing so, they are able to enter the competition for scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Competition. Juniors are required to take the SAT and the ACT as well as the SAT prep course which includes intense preparation for the SAT and individual time with the Director of College Counseling to assist students with the college application process. A series of discussions and handouts are utilized to aid students with their college search, including but not limited to, how to obtain teacher recommendations, writing essays, interviewing, resume writing and scholarships. In February, juniors attend a college fair where approximately 130 college admission representatives are available for informal interviews and candid informational sessions. International students whose first language is not English are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and the TOEFL Prep Course, which helps prepare them for this exam. Also available to each junior is the opportunity to visit with the college representatives who visit Montverde Academy annually.
Seniors continue the college placement process by attending the annual Senior Retreat which includes a presentation clarifying expectations for the fall semester. College lists are expected by October 1st and every senior is required to apply to no less than six colleges or universities. To help with this, Valencia Community College holds an annual college fair that all seniors must attend which introduces them to over 130 colleges and universities in the US. Additionally, seniors are permitted to meet with any of the college representatives who visit Montverde Academy annually.
Success of the Academy’s college placement process is measured by the 100% college acceptance rate. Montverde Academy graduates receive multiple acceptances, with many receiving acceptances to their first choice.
Montverde Academy graduates have been accepted to prestigious colleges and universities such as Boston College, Cornell University, Dartmouth College, Duke University, Georgetown University, Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of California Los Angeles, University of Florida, Vanderbilt University, Wake Forest, and Wellesley College to name a few.