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The Providence Christian Academy counseling team is committed to helping students develop their God given potential academically, behaviorally, emotionally, mentally, physically, socially, and spiritually.

News and Upcoming Events

PCA School Code – 431611

Scholarship Opportunities

CollegeForTN.org

Fastweb.com

Cappex.com

Scholarships.com

Studentscholarships.org

Outside Scholarships List

College Lunch Visits

The University of Alabama – April 22

Events

“‘For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans for welfare
and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope.’”

– JEREMIAH 29:11

College Acceptances

Albion College
Appalachian State University
Aquinas College
Asbury University
Auburn University
Austin Peay State University
Baptist Bible College
Baylor University
Bellarmine University
Belmont University
Berry College
Bethel University
Birmingham Southern College
Boise State University
Brenau University
Bryan College
Butler University
Calvin College
Campbellsville University
Carson-Newman University
Cedarville University
Charleston Southern University
Clark Summit University
Clemson University
Coastal Carolina University
College of Charleston
Colorado School of Mines
Concordia
Covenant College
Creighton University
Culver Stockton College
Cumberland University

Drexel University
Eastern University
East Tennessee State University
Elon University
Emery and Henry College
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Evansville University
Florida Southern College
Florida State University
Franciscan University
Freed Hardeman University
Furman University
Georgetown College
Gordon College
Grand Canyon University
Grove City College
Gustavus Adolphus CollegeHannibal-LaGrange University
Harding University
Hendrix College
High Point University
Hillsdale College
Hope College

John Brown University
Kansas University
Kansas State University
Kentucky Wesleyan University
King College
KU Leuven
Lee University
Liberty University
Lincoln Memorial University
Lindenwood University
Lindsey Wilson College
Lipscomb University
Maryville College
Mercer University
Middle Georgia State University
Middle Tennessee State University
Milligan University
Mississippi College
Mississippi State University
Montana State University
Murray State University
Oglethorpe University
Oral Roberts University
Palm Beach Atlantic University
Patrick Henry College
Penn State Mont Alto
Pensacola Christian College
Pepperdine University
Rhodes College
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

Sacred Heart University
Samford University
Savannah College of Art and Design
Sewanee, The University of the South
Spring Hill College
Southeastern University
Southern Methodist University
Stetson University
Temple University
Tennessee Technological University
Texas Christian University
Texas State University
Texas Tech University
Trevecca Nazarene University
Tusculum University
Union University
University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa
University of Alabama-Birmingham
University of Alabama-Huntsville
University of Alaska at Anchorage
University of Arkansas
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Denver
University of Houston
University of Illinois Chicago
University of Louisville
University of Kentucky
University of Memphis
University of Minnesota Morris
University of Mississippi
University of North Carolina Asheville
University of Oregon
University of South Alabama
University of South Carolina
University of South Florida
University of South Carolina Upstate
University of Tampa
University of Tennessee Chattanooga
University of Tennessee Knoxville
University of Tennessee Martin
University of Texas at Austin
University of Tulsa
Valdosta State University
Valley Forge University
Vanderbilt University
Virginia Tech University
Wake Forest University
Washington University in St. Louis
Wheaton College
Western Kentucky University
Wofford College

Resources for Rhetoric Students and Families

Axis: Navigating conversations around today’s issues (membership included for PCA families)
https://axis.org/

Common Sense Media: Independent ratings and reviews for entertainment
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/

Parents Who Fight: In home consultations to safeguard media devices
http://parentswhofight.com/about/

Protect Young Eyes: Explains social media, gaming, photo and video apps and offers THE PROTECT App for monitoring devices.
https://protectyoungeyes.com/resources/

Report Bullying

Meet our College Counselor:

Dr. Krystle Horton serves as a college counselor for PCA and head middle school girls basketball coach.  She joined the PCA family in the fall of 2021 after serving as an assistant principal in Rutherford County Schools.  She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies (Grades 4-8) from Middle Tennessee State University and both her Masters in Education and Doctorate in Education from Lipscomb University.  She also served as an Academic Advisor at both Tennessee Technological University and Middle Tennessee State University.  Most recently, she became a member of the MTSU Blue Raider Sports Hall of Fame for women’s basketball. She and her daughter, Brooklyn, are excited to be a part of the PCA family.  She loves traveling, working out, attending sporting events, watching movies, and spending time with family and friends.  Her favorite thing about being a college counselor at PCA is supporting students in their journey as they trust in the Lord’s plans for them.

Dr. Krystle Horton
615-904-0902
khorton@providencechristian.com
410 DeJarnette Lane Murfreesboro, TN 37130

College Profile

PCA College Profile 10.31.22 – PCA College Profile 10.31.22Download

College Counseling Newsletters

  • What is the Best Fit for Me?

    When it comes to deciding where you would like to continue your academic journey, there are so many factors to consider!  

    Decide what is most important to you in a college experience, along with your long term goals and how college will play a part in achieving those goals.  By exploring college websites, taking college campus tours, attending college lunch visits and college fairs, try to learn as much as possible about your potential school. 

    Below are some things you might want to consider as you research:

    Type of School

    • Two-year or four-year
    • Public or private
    • University/research institution or liberal arts college
    • All male, all female, or coed
    • Faith-based or secular

    Student Life

    • On and off campus activities
    • Athletics
    • Greek Life
    • Student organizations
    • Safety
    • Student body diversity

    Location

    • Urban or rural
    • Size of nearest city
    • Distance from home
    • Geographic setting and weather

    Affordability

    • Cost of Attendance (tuition, fees, transportation, housing)
    • Scholarships
    • Campus employment

    Admission Requirements

    • Minimum GPA
    • Average test scores
    • Required high school courses
    • Likelihood of being accepted

    Housing

    • Residence halls
    • On/off campus housing
    • Meal plan
    • Parking for residents and for commuters

    Academics

    • Programs and majors offered
    • Student-faculty ratio
    • Accreditation

    Size

    • Physical enrollment
    • Average class size
    • Physical size of campus

  • What Should I Be Doing Now?

    You may be wondering what you should be doing right now in order to prepare for college.  Whether you are a freshman, a senior, or somewhere in between, you are at a particular point on your college admissions timeline.  There are a set of tasks that you can accomplish each year to prepare yourself for the following year.  Below I have listed a few key priorities for this fall semester that can help prepare you for college.

    Fall 2022

    9th Grade:

    • Begin working on Scoir profile (We will work on this as a group)
    • Explore and engage in extracurricular activities
    • Create an activity log to track your extracurricular activities, summer experiences, honors, and achievements
    • Plan a visit to a college you are interested in
    • Take the PSAT – School Day at PCA on October 25th
    • Meet with Dr. Horton to begin building a relationship
    • Athletes: Become familiar with NCAA and NAIA recruiting requirements

    10th Grade: 

    • Continue to be involved in non-academic extracurricular activities and take on a leadership role; Try something new outside of your comfort zone
    • Update activity log
    • Challenge yourself academically by trying a dual enrollment course
    • Focus on keeping grades up
    • Complete YouScience Assessment in Scoir (We will work on this as a group)
    • Take the PSAT – School Day at PCA October 25th
    • Attend college fairs and lunch visits
    • Plan a visit or two to a college you are interested in
    • Explore college majors and careers
    • Meet with Dr. Horton 
    • Athletes: If you are considering playing your sport collegiately, register with the NCAA and/or NAIA Eligibility Centers

    11th Grade:

    • Attend local college fairs and college lunch visits
    • Update activity log; begin creating a resume
    • Explore colleges in Scoir
    • Start creating a list of colleges based on your preferences in Scoir 
    • Keep your grades up; Your junior year grades are the last ones schools will prior to making their admissions decisions
    • Continue to challenge yourself academically by taking a dual enrollment course
    • Take PSAT/NSMQT on October 25th at PCA; This test qualifies you for the National Merit Scholarship
    • Meet with Dr. Horton
    • Athletics: Complete online athletic recruitment forms; make a highlight video

    12th Grade:

    • Confirm final college list, admissions requirements, and deadlines
    • Take final round of college visits
    • Check back in with recommendation writers
    • Meet with Dr. Horton
    • Apply no later than early action deadlines which are typically around Nov. 1st (every college is different so be sure to know your college admissions deadlines)
    • Complete transcript request form
    • Apply for institutional scholarships as well as outside scholarships
    • Send test scores to colleges if not applying test-optional
    • Wait for admissions decision
    • Parents: Start preparing financial aid paperwork