Presented by the Kennedy Catholic Counseling Department Ms. Kathryn Hutter Ms. Joanne Uhl

Agenda WelcomeKathryn Hutter PSAT/NMSQTKathryn Hutter Senior Schedule PlanningKathryn Hutter Post High School PlansJoanne Uhl NavianceKathryn Hutter Admissions GameJoanne Uhl

Ms. Kathryn Hutter Counselor

Benefits for Juniors Qualify for scholarships Other benefits: Receive free information from colleges and scholarships interested in you Receive access to My College QuickStart, an online customized college and career planning tool On average, students who take the PSAT score higher on the SAT

Ms. Kathryn Hutter Counselor

Graduation Requirements Religion4 credits Religion4 credits English4 credits English4 credits Science2 credits Science2 credits Social Studies3 credits Social Studies3 credits Math2 credits Math2 credits Fine/Perform. Arts1 credit Fine/Perform. Arts1 credit Occupational Ed.1 credit Occupational Ed.1 credit PE/Health2 credits PE/Health2 credits Electives7 credits Electives7 credits  A full year is awarded 1 credit  TOTAL FOR GRADUATION: 26 CREDITS

4 Year College Requirements English4 years Science2 years Social Studies3 years Math (Algebra and higher)3 years World Language2 years Fine/Perform. Arts1 year  These are minimum requirements  Requirements may vary for individual colleges

4 Year College 12 th Grade Math Requirement Must take full year of math or Full year of science or Pre–Calculus or higher before senior year

Integrated Service Learning Experience Commitment contract due Friday, Nov. 22, hours of service due May 15, 2014 Questions? kennedyhs.org / student life/ ISLE

Ms. Joanne Uhl Counselor

What are my options? 2013 Kennedy Catholic graduates: 4 year College68% 2 year Community College27% Work 1% Military 2% Undecided 2%

Career Career exploration tools College Board Naviance Occupational Outlook Handbook Apprenticeship Programs eship/

Military Information in the counseling center Meet with recruiters during campus visits Contact local recruiter Males need to register with Selective Service on 18 th birthday

Technical Schools Career oriented 6 months – 2 years programs Washington State Board for Community & Technical Colleges sbctc.ctc.edu

2 – Year Community College Associate degree with transfer to 4- year college Direct Transfer Agreement Benefits: Cost Size Convenience: proximity and flexible hours Transition step Washington State Board of Community & Technical Colleges sbctc.ctc.edu

4 – Year College or University Admission Criteria GPA Strength of curriculum Standardized Test Scores (SAT, SAT Subject Tests and/or ACT, TOEFL) Essay or writing sample Extracurricular activities Student’s demonstrated interest Letters of recommendation

Colleges Our Students Attend University of Washington10% Bellevue College9% Washington State University8% Western Washington University8% Highline Community College8% Gonzaga University6% Seattle University6% Central Washington University5% Data collected from 2008 – 2012

Applications SchoolApps% AcceptAvg. gpaAvg SATAvg ACT UW WSU WWU SU GU UP CWU EWU

What’s Best For Me? 2 or 4 year Location Size Requirements/ Selectivity Majors Public vs. Private Cost Campus life Programs Campus diversity Special needs

International Students World language requirement waived if enter U.S. education system after Grade 8 Most schools require TOEFL; some just SAT/ACT; or both TOEFL and SAT/ACT. Selective colleges may require SAT Subject Tests Some scholarships available but not eligible for financial aid through FAFSA Some schools have separate application for International students

The Student Athlete Register with eligibilitycenter.org at end of Gr. 11 if planning to play Division I or Division II college athletics Request Kennedy Catholic to mail a transcript at the end of junior year Be aware of requirements for core credits, test scores and core GPA. Check with your counselor!

Students with Learning Disabilities Students with a learning disability or health impairment may qualify for accommodations on SAT/ACT Current documentation required on file at school Make request through school counselor Allow 6-8 weeks for process

Financial Aid All schools use the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Some private schools also use the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE Kennedy Catholic Financial Aid Night Tuesday Dec 3 at 7 pm Planning and FAFSA workshop for parents Scholarship workshop for students

Get ready. Keep up junior year grades Stay involved in extracurricular activities and service opportunities Prepare for SAT, SAT Subject Tests, ACT and TOEFL Sign up for appropriate senior courses Register for SAT, ACT, SAT Subject Tests, TOEFL School code:

Spring Schedule a meeting with your counselor Parents are welcome to attend Visit college campuses Schedule tours with Admissions Offices Take SAT, SAT Subject Tests and/or ACT and TOEFL

Summer Get organized: calendar, files or folders Prepare list of colleges Reach, middle, safety Start on college essays Visit campuses Work, read, travel, volunteer

Fall 2014 Finalize list of schools Counselor meeting to discuss plans Meet college reps at Kennedy Catholic Arrange for letters of recommendation with teachers and counselor Complete applications before deadlines

Ms. Kathryn Hutter Counselor

When do our students use it? Grade 9: Learning Styles Inventory; Career Interest Inventory Grade 10 : Do What You Are Personality Inventory Grade 11 : College Survey; College Match Grade 12 : Organize and track college applications

About Me…

College Search

College Match

Scholarship List

Resources Guide to the College Application Process: ( National Association for College Admission Counseling ) Guide for Parents Guide for Students

Ms. Joanne Uhl Counselor