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Learning Target Today, I will learn key elements of the college process beginning with Naviance, Admissions, Essays, Scholarships, and Financial Aid. So I can have a better understanding of the college process with Naviance, Admissions, Essays, Scholarships, and Financial Aid. I know I will have it when I can create an action plan for starting the college process with Naviance.
Naviance Family Connection Students can search prospective colleges Take a personality assessment (If applicable) Track college and scholarship applications Request official transcripts Sign up for college visits at Mesa Ridge Receive reminders from the Counseling Center
Homepage Links WUE Residents of WICHE states are eligible to request a reduced tuition rate of 150% of resident tuition at participating two- and four-year college programs. See below. The WUE reduced tuition rate is not automatically awarded to all eligible candidates. Many institutions limit the number of new WUE awards each academic year, so apply early! WICHE members include: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
Homepage Links College Opportunity (College Opportunity Fund) ACT FAFSA NCAA (See Mrs. Smith for eligibility.)
ACT and SAT Fall Test Dates ACT - Oct. 27th (register by Sept 28th) - Dec. 8th (register by Nov. 2nd) SAT – Oct. 6th (register by Sept. 7th) - Nov 3rd (register by Oct. 5th) Practice tests
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How to Choose a College Academic Programs – Major Chances of Being Accepted Size – Large vs. Small Location - Instate vs. Out of State Cost – Community Colleges vs. Public vs. Private
Programs and Degrees Community Colleges Certificate Programs Programs that offer you more training in a career such as mechanics, nurses assistant, etc but do not transfer if you wish to continue your education at another college Associates Degree General Education courses that can transfer to a 4-year school Technical Schools/Career Colleges Specific degree programs (2 or 4 years) . 4 year Colleges/ University Bachelor’s Degree ** make sure credits will transfer if you choose to switch programs!!
The Application Process FERPA Selective Service Application Fees Retake ACT/SAT to try to improve score Complete financial aid forms (Oct 1-Mar 1) Scholarship Applications Keep up high school grades and activities Final decision (May 1st)
Admissions Criteria Eligibility Index (G.P.A and ACT scores) Activities, leadership, contribution to community, potential for success Letters of Recommendation Admissions Essay *Make to explain some school are only using essay-check with your school
Letters of Recommendation Request recommendations through Naviance 2 to 3 weeks notice Prepare activities list or resume on Naviance Thank you note
Admissions Essay Engage the reader Show why you are a great candidate Be genuine! Have a clear main point with a well-written thesis and great supporting examples. Proofread, proofread, proofread. Type your essay
Application Process-Deadlines Complete standard applications in the fall (by Thanksgiving) Early Action-Application submission generally mid October through early November. Check with specific college. Non binding Early Decision-Application submission generally mid October through early November. Your application must be submitted by deadline. Binding, committing to going to that particular college.
The Common Application YOU MUST NOTIFY COUNSELOR Online form and instructions found on Naviance. Download forms and fill them out as rough drafts before submitting them online You will need recommendation forms from a teacher and counselor Bring a mid-year report to counselor in January Application can be submitted to multiple colleges at once or add schools at a later time Be aware – many schools require other forms in addition to the common application.
Application Tips Keep a calendar of deadlines Online applications are preferred Make sure your files are complete - transcripts - recommendations - essay - fee Be neat and thorough
COLLEGES TAB Colleges I’m Thinking About Colleges I’m Applying To Upcoming College Visits COLLEGES TAB
Financial Aid Financial Aid Night @ Mesa Ridge Scholarships What you can do now: FAFSA id (www.pin.ed.gov) College Opportunity Fund (https://cof.college-assist.org/Apply) Get tax information/estimations If you e-file there is a button that will populate your information automatically
Scholarships Be wise, avoid scams Naviance website Help us update our lists Ask for help in the Counseling Center
Winning Scholarships 1/13 RATIO List community service and school activities on your resume! Report on Naviance Pay close attention to deadlines!! Keep a calendar! Professional presentation of application! Follow directions! Write a focused essay! PROOFREAD! PROOFREAD! PROOFREAD!
How to Ask for Help Stop by the Counseling Center and make an appointment Students can send emails from Naviance site Parents can also email the Counseling Center
Learning Target Today, I will learn key elements of the college process beginning with Naviance, Admissions, Essays, Scholarships, and Financial Aid. So I can have a better understanding of the college process with Naviance, Admissions, Essays, Scholarships, and Financial Aid. I know I will have it when I can create an action plan for starting the college process with Naviance.