Post on 01-Apr-2015
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KICK-OFF TO COLLEGE
Presented by:
Creekview High School
Student Services
What are we doing
for your student?
• College Planning Groups through History classes
• ACT/SAT—Which one is best for me?
• How to apply and send transcripts
• Scholarship opportunities
Five subtests given: English Math Reading Science Reasoning *Writing *optional, but
recommended
Subtest and Composite scores range from 1-36
If taken multiple times, student selects scores to be sent
Given at Creekview: Feb. 9 (www.actstudent.org to register)
SAT I3 Subtests given:
• Critical Reading• Math• Writing
Scores range from 200-800
If taken multiple times, student selects scores to be sent
Given at Creekview: March 9www.collegeboard.org to register
COUNSELOR RECOMMENDATIONS
Current Math Course Course rigor—Honors or AP courses PSAT percentiles from sophomore year
SAT success requires stronger Reasoning Skills
Recommendation based on:
ACT success requires exposure to College Prep
curriculum
Students planning on attending a 2-Year or Technical
College do not have to take either the ACT or SAT
SAT II
Required by many highly selective colleges/universities for admission Examples include:
• Duke University• Harvard University • Georgetown University
Can take up to three subject tests on a test dateExamples include: US History, Calculus, Chemistry,
Physics, Literature
Special Testing and Accommodations
ACTContact your child’s caseholder at the
beginning of the year to fill out a request for accommodations
PSAT/SAT/APSSD (Services for Students with Disabilities) paperwork needs to be filled out during sophomore-year annual reviews.
All accommodations must be approved and in place
within the classroom/school for a student to be eligible for national test accommodations.
Examples of Test Preparation
Courses SAT Prep Creekview HS The Huntington Exam Prep Center PSAT given in grades 9, 10 and 11
Materials Workbooks, software, and online programs ACT and SAT websites offer test prep Georgia College 411 website
Counselor’s Role in the application process
Provide information—Student Services Website
Help support your family in the college discussion
Help your family make the application process manageable
Help create a realistic and comfortable list of schools
If needed…write a recommendation
College Search Overview
Finding a good match Junior meetings with counselor Decide on criteria—size, location, cost, major Attend college representative visits at Creekview Campus visits - size, location, major Probe Fairs GACollege411 Online college searches/comparisons Want to start early? Dual Enrollment
College Search Overview (cont.)
Understanding the entrance requirements
Subject patterns (course rigor) GPA & Class rank Test scores* Applications and essays Activities Recommendations Auditions and Portfolios
*Students must request test scores be sent directly
from ACT & College Board (SAT, AP)
College Search TimelineJUNIOR YEAR
November Get information from Counselors
during class advisement week
2nd Semester Start College Visits & Research
February—June Take the ACT and /or SAT
All Year Work on Grades Summer Continue research & visits
College Search TimelineSENIOR YEAR
August– September→ Complete Research—List of schools to which you
plan to apply September – November → Complete
Applications November – February → Apply for financial aid
and search for scholarships
March – May → Final decisions made May 1→ Notify your school of your
decision and request final transcript
Organizing Applications
Apply to some “stretch” schools… - schools one would like to attend, but
may not fully meet admissions criteria
Apply to some “within reach” schools…- schools where GPA, test scores and activities are very similar to published guidelines
Apply to some “safety” schools…- schools that have open admission or where GPA and Test scores exceed guidelines
TWO-YEAR COLLEGES
For students seeking certification in a technical field
Chattahoochee Tech now open in Canton
For students seeking 2 year Associate degree
Credits transfer to 4 year colleges
Local Examples—GA Perimeter College; Georgia Highlands
Technical Colleges Community Colleges
Research Universities
Year established: 1785
Undergrad enrollment: 26,142 students
Application fee: $60 Tuition, fees,
housing, meals= approx. $20,820
Year established: 1885
Undergrad enrollment: 14,527
students
Application fee: $65
Tuition, fees, housing, meals=
approx. $22,254
Admission
Applications Received: 18,954
Applicants Admitted: 10,454
Freshmen Enrolled: 4,950 Mid 50% GPA: 3.73—4.03 Mid 50% SAT Critical Read,
Math, & Write: 1790-2040 Mid 50% ACT Composite:
27--31
Applications Received: 14,731
Applicants Admitted: 8,036
Freshmen Enrolled: 2,650 Mid 50% GPA: 3.77—4.08 Mid 50% SAT Crit Read,
Math & Write: 1960-2160 Mid 50% ACT Composite:
28--32
Regional Colleges and State Colleges & Universities
• Some smaller in size
• Entrance Criteria less competitive
• Many students from Atlanta Metro area
Out of State - State Schools
Selectivity differs from state to state, with the Universities of Michigan, Wisconsin, Virginia, Texas, North Carolina, and Florida among the Most Competitive for out-of-state students.
Be aware of specific program requirements School environment varies greatly from
campus to campus Degree Completion Contracts Cost range $25,000 - $46,000 per year Academic Common Market
Small Private Colleges~ Cost range $24,000 - $59,000
► Chance for financial assistance
~ Admissions criteria: High school coursework Grades in courses Involvement/Activities or Job/Work Test Scores Essay/Personal Statement
Upward trend in coursework important…
most schools evaluate based on the “whole” person
Two Types ofFINANCIAL AID
I. Gift Aid Scholarships Grants
II. Self-help Aid Loans Student Work-study Programs
Financial Aid comes from…
Federal Grants, Loans, Work-study
State Hope Scholarship
Hope Grant College Grants,
Institutional loans, Scholarships
FAFSA
FreeApplication
forFederalStudentAid
AID SEQUENCEFree Application for Federal Student Aid
(January 1 – March 1)
Needs Analysis Center(crunch numbers)
Student Aid Report(EFC – Expected Family Contribution)
Award Letter(from each college, after acceptance)
College Financial Aid Package might include…
Loans Work study Grants Scholarships
FAFSA and the Process…(continued)
The FAFSA can be completed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov → turnaround time is 72 hours!
Before starting the FAFSA, register for a PIN on the same website.
FAFSA on the Web Worksheet ∙ Pre-application available online in November
and December (NOT to be submitted to FAFSA)
Helpful Financial Aid Websites
www.gsfc.org Georgia Student Finance Corporation www.fafsa.ed.gov Free Application for Federal
Student Aid
Reputable college scholarship search sites:www.collegeanswer.comwww.fastweb.com
Student Services Website Private scholarships Local scholarships
Any agency that charges a fee to help students find scholarships is suspect and possibly a SCAM!
Important Date to Remember!
Tuesday,December 4
Financial Aid Planning SeminarCreekview High School
Theater7:00pm
Sponsored by: Georgia Student Finance Corporation
NCAA Requirements
Review requirements for eligibility at NCAA—www.eligibilitycenter.org
After Junior year, register with the NCAA
Eligibility Center if you are being recruited(For Division I & Division II schools only).
Communicate with coach, counselor, and school’s admissions office.
NAIA—www.playnaia.org
Questions?
Student Services WebsitePresentation
Thank You for attending!
Have a good evening!