Planning for “Life after High School” Class of 2018 Senior Scoop Planning for “Life after High School”

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Transcript and Final Credit Check Credit Check – Minimum of 24 credits needed for Graduation GPA – Weighted and Unweighted (This is what you will report for applications)

GETTING IN: Class of 2018

Choosing the Right Path 2 - Year 4 - Year Military Work Force Public vs. Private Large vs. Small Close to Home vs. FAR FAR Away Career Major Study Abroad Honors Programs Internship Opportunities Scholarships Sports-NCAA/NAIA Branches of the Military ROTC Military Academy Employability Career Readiness Required Certifications Resume Interview Skills Available Job Positions

ACT.ORG Or COLLEGEBOARD.COM Test Date Cost ACT October 28 December 9 February 10 April 14 June 9 July 14 Without Writing $46.00 With Writing $62.50 SAT and SAT Subject Tests SAT Reasoning Only October 7 November 4 December 2 May 5 June 2 March 10 No Essay $45.00 With Essay $57.00 Subject Tests +$20.00 ASVAB *Contact the military branch of your choice to set up with Recruiting Officer *No cost Register at: ACT.ORG Or COLLEGEBOARD.COM Oldham County H.S. CEEB Code: 181-320 SEND YOUR SCORES -- Don’t wait! Colleges will take your highest composite score. If you are Free/Reduced Lunch, see your counselor for a fee waiver. Test Registration

GO VISIT! 2 College Visit Days -- Field Trips Register for visits ONLINE Bring something back to prove you were there! Turn into the ATTENDANCE office upon your return to school Attend Campus Preview Days!! Attend College Fairs !!

What Questions Should I ask on a College Visit? Admission Standards Types of Scholarships and Financial Aid Admission/Scholarship Deadlines Dual Credit/AP Credit Tutoring Services Study Abroad Programs Internships/Work Study Housing Meal Plans Parking/Car on Campus Departmental Information Extra-curricular College Advising Health Services Average Class Sizes for Freshmen Computer Labs/Wi-Fi Access

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS ACT or SAT GPA -- Weighted or Un-weighted I’m Accepted ACT or SAT GPA -- Weighted or Un-weighted Strength of Senior Schedule Class Rank – OCHS Does not Rank Extra-curricular Activities Community Service Honors/Awards Essay Questions Letters of Recommendation Interview

Types of Applications Regular Admission Application Common Application Scholarship Application Honors Program Application Housing Application College Athletics Eligibility Application (NCAA/NAIA)

Letters of Recommendation Choose someone who you feel will give a supportive recommendation Give AT LEAST one week notice Share information about yourself (ILP Resume or “Brag” sheet) Three is a good number! (Counselor, Teacher, Community Member)

The College Admissions Essay Write in Your Own Voice: BE YOURSELF Know What Your Voice Is : 3 qualities that make you stand out from others Don’t repeat yourself: Give yourself enough time to write, revise, repeat Are you actually answering the question? Get Some Mileage Out of It: Repurpose parts of your essay Check grammar and spelling

Admission Options Early Decision Early Action You make a commitment to enroll in a school if you are admitted This is a binding application You withdraw all other applications and make a nonrefundable deposit Early Action You apply to your preferred school and receive a decision before the normal response date. Not as binding PLEASE BE AWARE OF YOUR DEADLINES AND GIVE AMPLE TIME FOR YOUR GUIDANCE COUNSELORS AND TEACHERS TO COMPLETE ANY LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATIONS NEEDED. Deadlines typically fall around Fall Break.

Wow Factor What sets YOU apart? What information will make your application and letter of recommendations STAND OUT!

Admission Application FAQ for the Guidance Office: …a good time to apply? …my GPA? …my class rank? …my class size? …my ACT score? …the school’s address? …a CEEB Code? …our graduation date? …a college major? …my social security number? What Is…

SCHOLARSHIPS National/State/Local Scholarships Search Engines ILP - Scholarship Tab Sallymae.com Fastweb.com Scholarshipsearch.com LouisvilleScholarships.com Oldham County Community Scholars (OCCS) Academic and Merit Based Scholarships Applications found on College Websites Meeting the criteria Don’t miss deadlines

FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid Apply online – www.fafsa.gov starting October 1, 2017 PTSA FAFSA Assistance Workshop held on October 5, 2017 6:00 – 8:00pm OCHS Media Center Video: FAFSA Overview

Net Price Calculator Every college website should have one!

COSTS ADD UP Room Board Transportation Personal Expenses Tuition Fees Books Supplies Know what you are signing up for! College is a commitment. Be focused and be successful!

College Sports NCAA Eligibility Center NAIA Eligibility Center *See Mrs. Steedly for any questions *Request Official Transcript through Parchment

Senior Year Timeline

GRADUATION HONORS Summa Cum Laude/Valedictorian 4.14 Weighted GPA and 4 AP Courses Magna Cum Laude 4.0 Weighted GPA and 2 AP Courses Cum Laude 3.8 Weighted GPA With Honors 3.7 GPA

LAST SENIOR MEETING Usually scheduled sometime the last two weeks of the year Request FINAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT Requesting OFFICIAL JCTC TRANSCRIPT AP Score Reporting Details about Graduation Rehearsal Details about Graduation Day Graduation Video/Pictures School Fee Balance Final Graduation Requirements

Senior Scoop Takeaways: Don’t forget to send ALL Official Transcripts through Parchment Letters of Recommendation requests must be accompanied by a BRAG SHEET APPLY NOW!!! Don’t wait for a test score. Sign up for the ACT/SAT Visit Campus! Don’t miss out on Scholarship Opportunities; Watch Deadlines FAFSA -- October 1st GOOD LUCK! See your guidance counselor for assistance!