Junior Class Presentation College Application Process

Review of Graduation Requirements Courses Regents Diploma Advanced Regents English 4 credits Social Studies Math 3 credits Science Foreign Language 1 credit Art/Music Health ½ credit Physical Education 2 credits Electives 3.5+ credits 1.5+ credits Total 22+ credits

Review of Graduation Requirements Exams for Regents Diploma Exams for Advanced Regents English Language Arts Algebra Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra II Global Studies U.S. History One Science Two Sciences Foreign Language

Spring 2018 SAT Dates Register at collegeboard.org Test Date March 10 May 5 June 2 Registration Deadline February 9 April 6 May 3 Late Registration Deadline February 28 April 25 May 23

Spring 2018 ACT Dates Register at ACT.org Test Date April 14 June 9 Registration Deadline March 9 May 4 Late Registration Deadline March 23 May 18

What are colleges looking for in applicants? College prep coursework Good grades and standardized test scores Extracurricular activities Community Service, Leadership, Employment College visits and communications

College Search http://www.collegeboard.org College Search Register for SAT exam Send official SAT scores to colleges

College Search Three categories of schools: Target Reach Safety

Target Schools A college/university in which your academic credentials make you competitive for admission. Your GPA, standardized test scores, and class rank fall within the average range for that particular school. You have a very reasonable chance of gaining admission.

Reach Schools A college/university in which your academic credentials are below the average for admitted students. Highly selective colleges are considered reach schools for everybody due to their extremely low acceptance rates. Also known as dream schools

Safety Schools A college that you will almost certainly be accepted because your standardized test scores, rank, and grades are higher than the average for admitted students.

College Search Meet with Admissions Counselors who visit Tri-Valley in the fall Alfred University SUNY Oneonta College of St. Rose SUNY Delhi Hartwick College SUNY Geneseo Kings College SUNY Polytechnic Institute Mercy College SUNY New Paltz Morrisville State College SUNY Oswego Plymouth State University SUNY Potsdam SUNY Albany University of Connecticut SUNY Brockport Wells College SUNY Canton

College Search Finalized list of schools that student will apply to is usually 6-10

College Applications http://www.commonapp.org http://www.suny.edu/applysuny Individual college applications

College Applications 2-3 Teacher recommendations Allow three weeks notice Provide resume School Counselor recommendation Fill out recommendation self-assessment given at first meeting

Early Action vs. Early Decision Early Decision applications are binding-if accepted, student must attend the college. Apply early to first-choice college Receive admission decision well in advance of usual notification date Agree to attend college if accepted and offered adequate financial aid package Apply to only one college Early Decision Apply to other colleges under regular admission Withdraw all other applications if accepted by ED school Send deposit well in advance of May 1

Early Action vs. Early Decision Early Action plans are not binding so student does not have to commit to the college Apply early Receive an admission decision early Apply to other colleges under regular admission Give the college your decision no later than May 1

Rolling Admission vs. Regular Admission Rolling Admission offers students to apply within a window of time and responds to applicants as the applications come in instead of waiting until after a particular deadline. Application generally stays open until all spots have been filled

Rolling Admission vs. Regular Admission Specific application deadlines that vary by institution but typically fall in early January Offers of admission are sent out in late March or early April

Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Provides access, academic support, and financial aid to students who show promise for college success but may not have otherwise been offered admission. Eligibility requirements: New York State Resident for 12 months prior to enrollment Require special admissions consideration Qualify as economically disadvantaged according to the guidelines.

Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Support Services available: Academic, career, and personal counseling Tutoring and supplemental instruction Financial assistance for non-tuition related expenses (books, supplies, etc.)

Financial Aid FAFSA now available October 1 and is based on prior prior-year income taxes Workshop held at SUNY Sullivan in November Sources of Financial Aid: Scholarships Grants Work study Loans Individual colleges/universities

Senioritis A supposed affliction of students in their final year of high school, characterized by a decline in motivation or performance

Important Websites ACT.org Collegeboard.org Commonapp.org Fafsa.ed.gov Fastweb.com SUNY.edu Guidance webpage at trivalleycsd.org