Career Planning as a Junior/Senior Counselor Contacts: Mr. Candella MCandella@atticacsd.org Mrs. Frongetta EFrongetta@atticacsd.org

Phase 1 - Perspective Understand the “career world” as a junior in high school Use a global perspective when career planning Apply an analytical approach when you are researching jobs and career choices Use statistics when evaluating programs and educational options Evaluate and dispel myths or false ideologies about career development Obtain awareness of the financial decisions you are making regarding loans

Careers/College/Employment? Information to consider: Students are spending more time in school. Community College enrollment has increased exponentially in the last 5 years. The more education you have the more money you make. Many people pursue college majors based on expected salary of the profession. State Employment Trends.

Continued… Students are spending more time in school. 58% of students enrolled in a 4 year degree program complete it is 6 years Average student debt incurred by a graduating senior in 2015 was $35,000 20% attrition (Drop out) rate – 80% of student complete college after starting. Community College enrollment has increased 48% of employed graduates are in jobs that require less than a 4 year degree Employers are leveraging (using) 2 years degree programs to their advantage . Community Colleges are adapting to this and offering 2 year degree programs that result in job placement (IE. Biotech, Manufacturing Science, Medical Technology or Assistants, Computer Repair, HVAC, & more) Associate degrees awarded have increased approximately 50% in 10 years. Bachelor degrees awarded have increased approximately 26% in 10 years.

Continued… The more education you have the more money you make.

Continued… What employment trends exist in your immediate area? Or state? NYS Department of Labor Statistics: Current Employment Short Term Projections Long Term Projections Highest Private Sector Employment in NYS Salary Information

Continued… Many people pursue college majors based on expected salary of the profession “Some of those programs required 6-8 years of education to attain entry level employment Education No College or >Associates Associates Bachelors Masters Doctoral Job Pharmacy Tech PT Assistant RN PA Pediatrician Outlook Above Ave. Above Ave Entry Salary $25,000 $35,000 $45,000 $75,000 $125,000 College Possible 1 Year 2 Years 4 Years 6 Years 8+ residency

Education No College or >Associates Associates Bachelors Masters Doctoral Job Electrician HVAC Tech Construction Mng. Civil Engineer Physicist Outlook Above Ave. Below Ave. Entry Salary $45,000 $55,000 $100,000 College Apprentice 2 Years 2-4 Years 4-6 Years 8 Years Education No College or >Associates Associates Bachelors Masters Doctoral Job Outlook Entry Salary College

What field do I want to work in? Utilize websites to find information on careers/majors. ONet – onetonline.org CareerZone – careerzone.ny.gov NYS Licensed Prof labor.ny.gov/stats/lstrain.shtm Employment Projections labor.ny.gov/stats/lsproj.shtm

Questions to ask about jobs? What is the job outlook and employment projections? What are the education requirements to pursue this career? What is the entry level salary? What are other jobs that I can consider in this field? What are the real tasks associated with this job? Do I know someone I can talk with that currently does this job? Is it okay to be undecided? Do I possess the skill set to be successful in that college major or career choice?

Phase 2 -Planning College Employment Military Research Understand admissions Know the vocab Set your timeline ACT/SAT Visit Schools Make decisions Organize yourself Applying Employment Research Evaluate needs Pursue Training Create a resume Obtain references Finding jobs Applying Military Research Familiare yourself with options ASVAB Contact w/ recruiter

Armed Services Contact a recruiter Pursue Information about ROTC Programs and/or Military Academies ROTC Programs (Deadlines vary in January): Army - www.goarmy.com/rotc Navy - www.nrotc.navy.mil/scholarships_application.cfm Air Force - www.afrotc.com/scholarships/ Military Academies: Military Academy at West Point – http://admissions.usma.edu/ Naval Academy at Annapolis – http://www.usna.edu/Admissions/ Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs – http://academyadmissions.com/ Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point – http://www.usmma.edu/ Coast Guard Academy at New London – http://www.cga.edu/

Right into Work Do you have a resume? Do you have references? Do you have adequate training for the positions you are pursuing? Are you prepared to interview? Do you have a backup plan? How do I find jobs?

Job/Training Resources NYS Apprenticeship programs https://labor.ny.gov/pressreleases/apprenticeshiparchive.shtm NYS Department of Labor https://labor.ny.gov/jobs/regional.shtm Workforce Development GLOW Region http://www.glowworks.org/jobseekers.html NYS Civil Service http://www.cs.ny.gov Buffalo Employment & Training Center http://www.workforcebuffalo.org

College Timeline Research Understand admissions (page 4) Know the vocab (page 21) Set your timeline ( page 26-29) ACT/SAT (page 14) Visit Schools (page 8) Compare schools & make decisions (page 7) Organize yourself (page 18) Applying

Factors in Admissions National Association for College Admissions Counseling (2011) Important factors considered by College Admissions Professionals when they are reviewing applications Grades in College Prep Course 84% Strength of Courses 68% SAT & ACT 59% Grades in all Courses 52% Essay 24% Recommendations 16% Class Rank 18% Interview 6% Extracurricular Acts. 5% Regents Exams 4%

Picking Schools and Narrowing Choices You need to narrow schools down by various different factors (major, location, size of school, etc.) You also need to be realistic with your choices. It is important to look over the average GPA and SAT/ACT score of the schools you are applying to and compare it to your grades and scores. You should consider applying between 2-5 schools. Compare your options

Visiting the Campus It is imperative that you go out and see the schools you are interested in. All schools have various “open houses” or “student nights” throughout the year to accommodate requests to see the campus. Things to consider: Layout of the Campus Food Housing and Parking for Freshman Activities, internships, & volunteer work Work placement and assistance Security of the campus Library Hours And MUCH MORE!!!!!

ATTICA’S SCHOOL CODE IS 330235 SAT/ACT Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) Critical Reading & Math Out of 1600 Cost: $43 (No Writing) $54.50 (Writing) www.collegeboard.com American College Test (ACT) English, Reading, Math, & Science Out of 36 Cost: $39.50 (No Writing) $56.50 (Writing) www.actstudent.org ATTICA’S SCHOOL CODE IS 330235

What about the writing? YOU MUST TAKE A WRITING SECTION On both tests the writing section is optional. The majority of 4-year schools require the writing section to apply to the colleges. Schools do not use your writing score when determining admissions BUT it is an admissions requirement. In order to apply you must take the writing section.

NCAA For all prospective athletes looking to play at the DI or DII levels you must register for eligibility with the NCAA. You must have an appropriate number of core courses (16 for DI and DII) and a SAT/ACT score that is high enough One of the biggest things that eliminates students from DI is Math. You must have 3 courses Algebra or Higher. If you’re on the Math 9-10-11x track that is not enough math for DI. Student must register online at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net Just as with selecting colleges, you must be realistic with your athletic expectations. You need to get in touch with coaches.

Phase 3 - Paperwork Applications Supplemental Applications The Common Application Early Decision vs. Early Action Financial Aid (FAFSA) Scholarships Deadlines

What should I have already done? Researched prospective career or major If undecided continuing to explore career options Compiled a list of schools or programs Researched Schools or Training Programs or Military Options SAT/ACT tests (if required) NCAA forms (if required) Visited the campus Verified if the campus accepts my GCC or AP Credit (Link on HS Website) Signed up to retake my SAT/ACT if I did not like my scores Verified every last requirement of the schools you are applying to. Organized ARE YOU READY TO APPLY?

Where Do I Find Applications? Common Application Website SUNY Website Community College Websites Private College Websites Paper Applications

Common Application www.commonapp.org –This is different from the SUNY Application. Do not confuse the two. In order to apply you need to complete the following: Create an account Complete entire application(demographics, academic information, course information, major, etc) Attach your counselor’s email for recommendation (mcandella@atticacsd.org) Attach teacher’s e-mail for recommendation Complete specific college essay questions Request Transcripts from you Counselor

Common Application

SUNY Website www.suny.edu/student In order to apply you need to complete the following: Create an account SUNY General Application Supplemental Application (w/ essays) Any specific institutional requirements (Letters of rec, other forms) Request Transcripts from you Counselor

SUNY Website

Private & Community Colleges Go to the College’s Website. Fees are sometimes free or discounted significantly If you are going to apply to a 2 year school in the SUNY system do not use the SUNY Application go to their website. For example www.genesee.edu

Supplemental Applications This is a secondary application that you must submit to the colleges. It requires additional information about the applicant including essays. Some schools now have an early Financial Aid application that is required also. This is different from the FAFSA and the schools use this to put together a potential financial aid award. Make sure you check with the school to see if they require an additional application

Early Decision vs. Early Action Theses are different options that SUNY schools use. Early Decision – You apply to a school and request that they accept you earlier than with the regular enrollment. You do this having the school know that you will commit to that school. THIS IS BINDING! You cannot back out and you cannot use this option for more than 1 school. You can and should apply to other schools but if this school accepts you you must withdraw your applications from the other schools you applied to. Early Action – Same as Early Decision just not binding. You can use for multiple schools. Deadlines are typically early November

Final Info on Applications Educate yourself on the requirements. Each school is different Request teacher recommendation letters in advance Commit and take the time to produce your best application. DO NOT HAND IN INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS E-mails, Social Media, Correspondence, etc. If you have questions ask!

Financial Aid ATTEND FINANCIAL AID NIGHT!!!! NEW THIS YEAR: FAFSA forms are available OCTOBER 1 Applications are completed online. www.fafsa.ed.gov Both you & your parent must request a FSA ID. www.FSaid.ed.gov DO NOT LOSE THIS! No matter who you are, you should fill out the FAFSA. Not just free money, also loans and other grants

Target Dates Competitive Admissions Programs by Nov. 1 Programs that have a low acceptance rate Competitive Colleges or Universities by Nov. 1 Colleges that have a low acceptance rate Other colleges between Nov. 1-30 Community Colleges by between Nov. 1 – December 16. FAFSA – October 1 – by application submission

Scholarships #1 source for scholarship information should be from the actual schools you apply to. You typically have to fill out the FAFSA to be eligible. #2 source is from private organization and other 3rd parties. Access the Attica Website.

Other Important Dates RAC Visit – 9/30 Financial Aid Night – 10/14 6PM WNY Visit – 10/21 GCC Instant Admit – 11/14