Here’s what you need to know Going to College? Here’s what you need to know

Learning Target: How will you apply and pay for college? Warm UP: What do you know about the college application process? Have you met with your college councilor?

The College Application Process The college application has become much easier with the internet The CUNY app allows you to apply to 6 schools (This includes 4 year and 2 year schools) The Common application allows you to apply to SUNY and Private schools

What do Colleges Look For??? Grades in academic courses – Academic Rigor SAT or ACT scores Grades in all courses Class rank Essay or writing sample Teacher recommendations Counselor recommendation* Interview* Work/Extracurricular activities Student’s demonstrated interest *Not all schools require this

What do Colleges consider Most importantly, schools consider your average and SAT/ACT scores Schools do look at your rank as well as your ILE % Extra & Co-curricular activities and community service do carry some weight Note: These are all factors for scholarships as well depending on the scholarship You should have your applications by the end of December.

Grade/ SAT requirements for Cuny Depending on the Colleges you want to apply to the requirements will vary. Here are a few examples: Average/SAT/ACT Baruch College: 89.4/1264/28 Hunter College: 88.9/1205/26 Queens College: 88.3/1158/25 LaGuardia CC: 76.8 Queensborough CC: 76.7 Borough of Manhattan CC: 76.1 *Note: 2 Year colleges DO NOT require SAT/ACT

Naviance Naviance is the online system used for the majority of applications including common applications. Through Naviance you can: Search & select the colleges in which you want to apply. Fill out college applications. Request letters of recommendations from teachers. Guidance Councilors upload transcripts and necessary documents. Note: CUNY is a separate application system!!

Different Types of Schools and Programs Special Honors Programs: Macaulay, Sophie Davis and Brooklyn Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Special Educational Opportunity Programs Must meet academic and financial guidelines Available at 2yr and 4 year schools. Academic and financial assistance Athletes – Division Level Sports (D1, D2, D3) GPA SAT/ACT Scores NCAA Eligibility Center = Must register to be eligible for academic scholarships

How Many Colleges Should you Apply to? Maximum 8-10 Schools Safety School = Very Likely to be accepted Target School = usually accepts students with your GPA & SAT/ACT Scores Reach School = highly selective and competitive Note: Keep at least 2 financially safe schools on your list

College Application Options Regular Decision = Notified by early April Compare financial aid packages Early Decision = Must Accept Must withdraw all other applications Due by early to mid-November Early Action = Not obligated to attend Top choice but still want to weigh your options Due mid-fall Have until spring to make your decision Rolling Admission = Notified as colleges make decision Decisions sent out 4-10 weeks from application

Who is responsible for what? You FHHS Application Sending SAT/ACT scores Letters of recommendation Sending other schools transcripts Requesting mid-year reports to be sent Sending FHHS transcript Letter of recommendation only if required by school Sending other documents other than SAT/ACT scores

Who should you go to for help? Meet with your College Councilor Make an appointment Room 218 Note: this person is different from your guidance councilor Your Councilor is Mrs. McFadden or Ms. Stone TALK to your teachers about letters of reccomendation DO NOT just send them a Naviance request There is a new College Office tab on the schools website.

Be sure to: Meet with your councilor Obtain a copy of the college office’s application calendar Attend college office seminars Obtain important documents through Naviance Have your application prepared before you send. Fill out your application correctly If you are apply to more than 1 program at a school, you only need to fill out 1 application

Learning Target: How will you pay for college? Warm UP: How do you plan to pay for college?

You must talk to yo!ur parents Be sure to sit down with your parents and discuss college. Do they want you to stay local? Will you be allowed to go away? How will you pay?

How will you pay for college? You must fill out a FAFSA form You can then see if you are eligible for PELL or TAP grants. (Grants must be reapplied for each year.) Students loans EEOP financial programs through the college itself such as SEEK/College Discovery for CUNY College work programs (if you qualify) Personal Savings

What is FAFSA All students are expected to contribute towards the cost of their college education. How much you and your family will be expected to contribute depends on your financial situation—and is what is referred to as your Expected Family Contribution or EFC. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the form used by the U.S. Department of Education to determine your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) by conducting a “need analysis” based on financial information, such as income, assets and other household information, which you (and your parents if you are a (dependent student) will be asked to provide. The form is submitted to, and processed by, a federal processor contracted by the U.S. Department of Education (ED), and the results are electronically transmitted to the financial aid offices of the schools that you list on your application. FAFSA is the application used by nearly all colleges and universities to determine eligibility for federal, state, and college-sponsored financial aid, including grants, educational loans, and work-study programs

FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid You must be a U. S. citizen or Green Card holder to apply Once you have applied to college, you can begin applying to FAFSA in October 2016. (Your form must be received no later than June 30, 2017) The FAFSA is based off your parents 2015/2016 tax return. (You will need their tax return). It is important to note that the FASA is linked to the IRS so all numbers must match. FAFSA will tell you what grants ($ you don’t have to pay back) and what loans ($ you do have to pay back) of which you are eligible.

Scholarships There are numerous scholarships yours for the taking! Go to fastweb.com, scholarships.com, collegeboard.com, wiredscholar.com etc. to see a full list. As a College Now student, you are eligible for Myself Third Scholarship: Spirit of New York Scholarship Creative Writing Scholarship from Random House Inc. go to randomhouse.com/creativewriting

Answer the following questions based on the NPR Recording What is the average U.S. student debt after graduating college? Explain 20/20/20 Which word is missing from the following line: I think you really have to begin by having a truly honest with yourself about the framework for this decision. What does Ron Lieber consider unwise? What keeps students from getting too far into the hole? Why were student relatives in bankruptcy court in some cases?

Learning Target: How will you go about applying to college? Warm Up: Based on yesterdays class discussion, In your own words, identify the college application process as well as how you will pay for college.

Lets get ready for College!! In your own words, jot down the college application process as well as how you will pay for college.