College Counseling

Guiding students towards a successful future is the heart of Wellspring Preparatory High School’s College Counseling program. We provide individualized guidance and support to our students as we understand that each student's journey is unique. Our program is equipped with the latest resources and tools to help students understand their post-high school options. Our staff is committed to empowering your child to make confident, informed decisions about their future.

Your Path to College Starts Here

College planning can feel overwhelming, but students don't have to do it alone. Watch how our college counselors help students explore their options, stay on track, and prepare for success in college and beyond.

Scheduling

Effective scheduling is key to successfully fulfilling graduation requirements and navigating the college application process. With the right guidance from our staff, students can establish a plan, stay organized, and ensure they are meeting these criteria.

Course scheduling and registration occurs school-wide, twice each academic year.

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Curriculum

Our rigorous, college prep curriculum aims at college readiness for all graduates. Check out the courses we offer here.

Check out Michigan's online course catalog here. To participate in online courses, see your school's registrar.

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Grand Rapids Promise Zone Scholarship

Wellspring Prep is proud to be part of the Grand Rapids Promise Zone, which offers eligible students a tuition-free path to Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC). To qualify, students must both live in and attend a school within the Grand Rapids city limits.

Eligible students only need to apply to GRCC and complete the FAFSA to receive the scholarship. At Wellspring, a dedicated coordinator visits weekly to guide students through college planning, financial aid, and next steps—even if they choose a different college. GRCC also partners with us for FAFSA nights, open to all seniors.

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Graduation Requirements

Before graduating, students are required to complete the following:

Completion of at least two AP courses
Completion of a senior project
Participate in community service
Academic and college planning
Submit an application and be accepted to a four-year college or university
Total credits required: 22

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College Visits

Learning everything about a college allows students to gain valuable insights into their future and can greatly influence their future. We understand how important visiting a college campus is in the decision-making process. Juniors and seniors are offered the opportunity to go on college campus visits and attend college-representative-led presentations hosted on Wellspring Prep's campus.

Juniors and seniors are given two excused absences each academic year to visit a college or university of their choice. To receive the excused absence, students must complete the proper forms with the school's front office two weeks before their scheduled visit.

Juniors and seniors who wish to attend college presentations here at Wellspring Prep should sign up in the College Counseling team’s office no later than the Friday before the scheduled presentation.

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Order Transcripts

Official high school transcripts can be ordered securely through Parchment.

If you already have a Parchment account, you can sign in here. If you need to create an account, head to Parchment's site, search for Wellspring Preparatory High School, then create your account.

Contact the school office if you have any questions.

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