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CLASS OF 2013CLASS OF 2013College &
Post High School Planning
Why are we here? Focus is on college planning
92% of PCH students attend 2 or 4 year colleges/universities
Cover the basics now Make an appointment with your counselor
to discuss your specific needs
CLASS OF 2013266 Ranked Students266 Ranked Students
Rank GPA
Top 50% 133 3.333
Top 33.3% 89 3.630
Top 25% 66 3.726
Top 20% 53 3.804
Top 10% 26 4.026
Top 5% 13 4.267
• Competitiveness• Reputation of PCH• Scholarships often
include rank in criteria
Where should I apply? Should have a good idea by mid-Octobermid-October Steps to take if you’re struggling:
Make an appointment with your counselor Family Connection – college searches On-campus college visits PCH college rep visits Attend college fairs
Counselor Contact Our role:
Provide resources to help YOUYOU make the best decision
Submit transcripts and school forms
Make appointments through Ms. Reynolds Communicate via e-mail
What do colleges look for? Academic record (Rank/GPA) Rigor of coursework Test scores (ACT/SAT) Extracurricular activities Special talents (music, art, athletics, etc.) Leadership, community service, unique
qualities
Selectivity Highly selective
May admit only 1-2 students from PCH Open admissions
Require high school diploma Everything in between
Terms we often use: “Stretch” or “Reach” “Safety”
On-Campus Visits You can’t really tell what a college is like
until you’ve been Things to look for on a visit:
Academics (class sizes, TAs or professors, etc.) Location/size of town Housing Student Life Security
College Rep Visits Shows interest and allows you to meet with
an admissions representative Check FAMILY CONNECTIONFAMILY CONNECTION for a listing
of all college rep visits Register on-line and print a pass Have questions ready - - you might even
get a one-on-one appointment
Upcoming College Fairs September 27 – Parkway College Fair
@ Parkway North High (6:30-8 p.m.)
October 21 – National College Fair @ St. Louis University (12-3 p.m.)
Types of Admissions RollingRolling – notification once application is
processed Early actionEarly action – early deadline; early
notification; non-binding Early decisionEarly decision – binding agreement if
admitted; usually prohibited from applying to any other schools
Special programs – may require separate applications
Admissions Decisions Admit – You’re in (contingent upon final transcript) Deny – You’re not in (may still send updated
transcripts or test scores) Wait list – You’re not in yet, but you’re on a list if an
opening becomes available Deferred – You still don’t know…the decision is being
moved to a later date (may still send updated transcripts, resume, additional rec letter)
Update your status in Family ConnectionUpdate your status in Family Connection
Applications and Fees Majority of applications are now completed
and submitted online Pay application fees online with credit card Students on Free/Reduced Lunch may be
eligible for fee waivers for college applications – see your counselor
Financial Aid Grants – based on need; do not repay Loans – must be repaid, with interest Work Study – based on need; part-time
employment during school FAFSA – used to apply for all need-based aid
Apply after January 1, 2013 PIN creation (www.pin.ed.gov) FAFSA4caster
Scholarships Check FAMILY CONNECTIONFAMILY CONNECTION and listen
to announcements for scholarships Searching for additional scholarships:
www.fastweb.com www.scholarship.com School specific (may require separate
application)
Never pay for scholarship searches
Senior Year Senior year counts
Acceptance is conditional until final transcript Entering college on probation
ACT/SAT Do you need to take/retake? Do you need Plus
Writing or Subject Tests?
Caution: e-mail addresses; social networking
A Few Tips DO some self-study and investigation to
find out what fits you best Career searches and personality inventories on
Family Connection
DO visit colleges DO keep counselors informed (deadlines,
decisions, etc.) DON’T procrastinate
Family Connection
Transcripts Must have Authorization to Release
Records on file (green form) Transcript and test score requests must be
made in Family Connection It is your responsibility to ensure everything
has been received by the college
Forms Common App
SSR, MYR, FR – done electronically Teacher Evaluation Forms – electronically or
mailed, depending on letter writer College Specific Forms
Counselor/School Reports (i.e., Indiana, Tulane, Truman, SLU) must be printed and given to your counselor and/or letter writers
Letters of Recommendation Only request letters if necessary Give 2-3 weeks notice Ask core teachers from 11th or 12th grade Provide addressed, stamped envelope if letter
writer prefers mailing If letter writer prefers submitting electronically, send
them a request through Family Connection (after discussing with them!)
See counselor for specific requirements/forms Be aware of deadlines and keep everyone
informed!
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