Welcome to Senior Year It is time to start preparing for the next step.

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Welcome to Senior Year It is time to start preparing for the next step.

UW System Application UW Schools use the UW System Application Since most institutions have application priority dates or deadlines after which applications may no longer be considered, it is generally to your advantage to apply as early as possible after September 15 th Common Application Private Schools in Wisconsin who use the Common Application Beloit College Beloit College Carroll University Supplement Lawrence University Supplement Marquette University Supplement Northland College Ripon College St. Norbert CollegeCarroll UniversitySupplementLawrence UniversitySupplement Marquette UniversitySupplementNorthland CollegeRipon CollegeSt. Norbert College

Freedom seniors opened their E-Portfolio This is a website they can access from home too. If they can not remember their username and password, please contact the guidance office.

College Info Sheet The seniors then completed their college information sheet transferring information that that they had compiled throughout their high school years from their portfolio in the WISCcareers website and from their transcript. An example of what the college info sheet looks like is on the next two slides.

Freedom Seniors can use this sheet to help them complete college applications or request letters of recommendation.

The next two slides help explain the criteria that the UW System uses for basis of admission.

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SYSTEM FRESHMAN ADMISSIONS POLICY II. Admissions Criteria Freshman applicants must demonstrate that they are prepared to do satisfactory academic work at the institution to which they are applying, and that, as members of the campus community, they will benefit from and enrich the educational environment and enhance the quality of the institution. In making this determination, applicants will be given a comprehensive review based upon the following criteria: A. Academics. Academic factors are the most important consideration in making admissions decisions. Factors that will be considered include, but are not limited to, the quality and rigor of the applicant’s college-preparatory coursework, grade point average, class rank and trend in grades. B. Standardized Test Scores. ACT or SAT scores are used to provide additional academic information about the quality of the applicant’s qualifications, but cannot be the sole criteria for admission. An institution may require additional test scores of some or all applicants as supplemental information. C. Other factors. Other considerations include, but are not limited to, student experiences, work experience, leadership qualities, motivation, community service, special talents, status as a non-traditional or returning adult, status as a veteran of the U.S. military, whether the applicant is socio-economically disadvantaged, and whether the applicant is a member of an historically underrepresented racial or ethnic group

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SYSTEM FRESHMAN ADMISSIONS POLICY I. Admissions Requirements Freshman applicants, both resident and non-resident, must satisfy the following minimum requirements to be eligible for consideration for admission: A. Graduation from a recognized high school or the equivalent. 1. A recognized high school is one which either (a) is accredited by a regional accrediting association or state university or (b) is recognized or accredited by a state department of public instruction or its equivalent. 2. An applicant who has not graduated from a recognized high school must provide evidence of satisfactory completion of the requirements for a high school equivalency certificate or a diploma from a recognized high school, school system, or state department of public instruction based on the GED examination, the Wisconsin High School Equivalency Examination, or other established criteria. Applicants from alternative educational backgrounds, including home-schooled students, should contact the Admissions Office at the campus of interest for admissions information. Additional documents, testing, and a personal interview may be required. B. Completion of the UW application for admission and submission to the institution(s) by the required deadline. C. Submission of ACT or SAT scores to the institution. D. Satisfaction of academic unit requirements. Students must satisfy either (1) or (2). 1. For students graduating from high school in spring, 1995 and thereafter, a minimum of 17 high school units is required. (One unit equals one year of high school study or the equivalent.) Thirteen of the 17 units must be distributed as follows: English 4 units Social Science 3 units Mathematics 3 units Natural Science 3 units The remaining four units will be: From the above areas, foreign language, fine arts, computer science, and other academic areas 4 units TOTAL 17 units

Colleges will ask for a student’s high school transcript. Students will need to request these electronically.

 Go to the parchment website.  Click on send a transcript.  Create a username and profile and an account (if you are under 18 years old, your parents will need to create the account.) We do not have a registration code.  You will need to have an account to validate your information.

Go to ACT website Click on Send Test Scores Follow Directions Some universities still accept informal copies, however the majority want official copies of your scores.

Seniors should visit the campuses they are applying to!

Campus Tours and Preview Days A campus tour or preview program is a great way to see if a college campus might be the right fit. Campus tours are generally guided and usually include a meeting with an admissions representative. Preview programs often include a campus tour and meeting with representatives from student services offices, admissions, academic departments, and/or current students. Choose from the campuses listed below to find out about dates and times of campus tours and preview days. UW Colleges UW-Eau Claire UW-Green Bay UW-La Crosse UW-Madison UW-Milwaukee UW- Oshkosh UW-Parkside UW-Platteville UW-River Falls UW-Stevens Point UW-Stout UW- Superior UW-Whitewater UW CollegesUW-Eau Claire UW-Green BayUW-La CrosseUW-MadisonUW-MilwaukeeUW- Oshkosh UW-ParksideUW-PlattevilleUW-River FallsUW-Stevens PointUW-Stout UW- Superior UW-Whitewater Virtual Tours A virtual campus tour is the next best thing to being there. Check out UW campuses from your computer! UW-Barron County UW-Eau Claire UW-Fox Valley UW-Green Bay UW-La Crosse UW- Madison UW-Marathon County UW-Marshfield/Wood County UW-Milwaukee UW- Oshkosh UW-Parkside UW-Platteville UW-River Falls UW-Stevens Point UW-Stout UW- Superior UW-Whitewater UW-Barron CountyW-Eau ClaireUW-Fox ValleyUW-Green BayUW-La CrosseUW- MadisonUW-Marathon CountyUW-Marshfield/Wood CountyUW-MilwaukeeUW- OshkoshUW-ParksideUW-PlattevilleUW-River Falls UW-Stevens PointUW-StoutUW- SuperiorUW-Whitewater

Upcoming College Fairs Wisconsin Education Fairs provide easy access to information about postsecondary options on a timely basis for all Wisconsin citizens, regardless of geographic location. St. Norbert College will be hosting a College Fair at Schuldes Sports Center Address: St. Norbert College, 601 Third Street Wednesday, September 24, 2014Thursday, September 25, :30 pm - 8:30 pm 9:00 am - 11:00 am Please refer to website for registration and directions. This WEF is free and open to the public. The University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley is hosting its annual “Wisconsin Education Fair” (WEF) on Tuesday, September 23 rd, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the campus Fieldhouse. The WEF is free and open to the public, and is a fabulous opportunity for high school students, especially juniors and seniors, to visit with over 80 representatives from a wide variety of post-secondary institutions in one very convenient location.

Seniors should be diligent in checking and pursuing resources on the web that contain helpful information about funding, scholarships and campus life!

Resources Career Choices The College Board Student Career Information Occupation Outlooks Mapping Your Future Peterson's Career Education Career Resource Center The College BoardStudent Career InformationOccupation Outlooks Mapping Your FuturePeterson's Career EducationCareer Resource Center Preparing for College The College Board The ACT The SAT Online My College Guide Peterson's Education College View KnowHow2Go Getting Into College College Campus Tours The College BoardThe ACTThe SAT OnlineMy College Guide Peterson's EducationCollege ViewKnowHow2Go Getting Into College College Campus Tours Paying for College CollegeNet The College Board Peterson's Financial Aid U.S. Dept. Of Education FastWeb Scholarship Search Merit Aid Get Colleged My College Options CollegeNetThe College BoardPeterson's Financial AidU.S. Dept. Of EducationFastWeb Scholarship SearchMerit AidGet Colleged My College Options Association of Student Financial Aid Association of Student Financial Aid Military Opportunities Air Force Army Marines Navy National Guard Coast Guard Air Force ArmyMarinesNavyNational GuardCoast Guard

$$ PAYING FOR COLLEGE $$ Families NEED to discuss the costs of college and what the financial arrangements will be. Do not assume that scholarships will cover the costs.

SCHOLARSHIPS Local Scholarship Information will be out this spring. Local scholarships can range from $100-$1,000 dollars. Please note that local scholarships will not solely cover the costs of college. In the meantime, you should be seeking out national/regional scholarships via: Websites – Our school counseling website will update scholarships as they become available Memberships and Affiliations Workplace (yours and parents)

FINANCIAL AID Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)  Grants and Loans based on Financial Need  Will need family tax information and paperwork (i.e. W2’s)  Refer to website to helpful information and application

QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID? CHECK OUT COLLEGE GOAL WISCONSIN FOR ASSISTANCE!

FINANCIAL AID Continued… College Goal Wisconsin is a national event that provides free information and assistance to families who are filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid.) During a College Goal Event during Saturdays in February and a Wednesday evening in February, students and parents can receive assistance in completing your FAFSA application (different local locations for this event include Appleton, Green Bay and Oshkosh.) Click on the link below to register

Learn to ADVOCATE for yourself Advocate: (verb) to push for something. Push by: Attending informational meetings sponsored by your guidance office Searching on-line for career and college information Asking questions when taking campus tours or speaking with a college representative Attaining letters of recommendation in a timely manner. Provide the people who will be writing your letters with plenty of notice and ask them in person. Have a conversation with your parents regarding the costs of college (SOON.)

Do Not: Wait until the last minute to apply for colleges/technical colleges Ask for letter of reference at the last minute MAKE YOUR MOM DO ALL OF THIS FOR YOU!

BEST OF LUCK WITH THE APPLICATION PROCESS! Please don’t hesitate to stop in and see us with any questions! We are here to help you! Mr. Harke & Mrs. Vander Loop (920) ext. 306(920) ext.305 You can also refer to our website for help with : questions~forms~updates ~information~helpful links Click on High School Link Click on School Counseling Link