There are a number of steps that a student can take to plan their education after high school. Our coaching staff is here to help you in this process.
1. Set high academic goals every quarter. Review your goals at mid-term. Meet and surpass your goals. GPA and class rank are very important in gaining acceptance to a post-secondary institution.
2. Be active. Stay involved in athletics, the arts, and other programs. Become a leader in an organization.
3. Begin the career exploration process by taking relevant courses in an area of interest. Along with your area interest, begin to explore these careers by taking courses at OHS that allow you to research colleges of interest and research various careers.
4. Meet with a counselor to plan and prepare for your ACT (Junior Year). Along with your GPA, class rank, and extra-curricular activities this will become very important in your admission.
5. Continue to explore various careers. Continue to meet and surpass your academic goals. It's time to create a list of your top 5 - 10 colleges that you would like to attend based on your career pathway.
6. Begin specific college based research on programming, admissions, costs, location, and various other areas of interest.
7. Narrow your search to 3 - 5. Begin college questionnaires and visits. Interview alumni and continue to ask questions.
8. Apply for financial aid at the beginning of your senior year.
9. Apply to your top 3. Many students begin applying by the end of their first semester.
10. Analyze options, make a decision, and accept when comfortable. Timing is different for every student.
One of the best steps to begin this process is by researching prospective post-secondary institutions. A great source for all of your research is utilizing the Minnesota Career Information System by following the link below.
MNCIS Website
Username: owatonna
Password: huskies
Please see Coach Cummins for worksheet guides that can be very helpful in compiling your information.
Our Counseling Department at Owatonna High School is an awesome place to begin your post-secondary planning. By clicking the link below, you will be able to research the following areas:
1) Testing Information
2) High School Student Timeline
3) Scholarship Information
4) College Links
5) Financial Aid Information
Please contact your counselor for an individual meeting. This can be completed at any time.
Communicate your goals and desires to play collegiate baseball to your head coach at your earliest convenience. We can assist with the identification of the appropriate level to target and begin communicating with universities and schools of interest that offer the programming you desire.
Great article from USA Today and Coach Huber from Augustana.
You can attract the interest from collegiate coaches by the following:
1) Set high academic goals and meet them regularly.
2) Be active and participate in a variety of activities.
3) Be committed to the weight room.
4) Live a healthy lifestyle free of alcohol, drugs, etc.
5) Be responsible using social media.
6) Be a great teammate - serve others.
7) Play a variety of positions.
8) Hustle and play with passion at all times.
9) Play the game to the best of your abilities.
10) Be persistent with all communication. Don't hesitate to follow-up.
In addition, the following services have become very relevant in collegiate baseball. It is recommended that players participate in local showcases beginning their 10th grade season.Our recommendation is that you complete one showcase per year. PBR has had a great track record in the Midwest.
Here are a few helpful links regarding NCAA Athletics.
Collegiate Baseball Organizations
The following document has been created by Farmington's head coach. The document is a helpful tool when comparing the costs, level of play, and educational requirements for schools in our area. See below.
Matt Uher - 2007, U of M - Duluth
Benji Hager - 2008, Ridgewater / Bethany
Cody Johnson - 2008, Superior
Derek Ritter - 2009, Hamline
Neil Eddie - 2009, Buena Vista
Dalton Homeier - 2012, Augustana
Jordan Howe - 2013, Wayne State
Owen Carlson - 2014, Century College
Riley Thompson - 2014, U of M - Crookston
Dexter Leer - 2015, Gustavus
Grant Wehseler - 2015, Valley City State
Trey Fails - 2015, Hamline
Isaac Rocha - 2015, Superior
Alec Holcomb - 2016, Des Moines Area Community College