Senior College Application Night

Purpose To provide you with resources to support your college search. To make you more comfortable with the college application process. To make you aware of possible scholarship opportunities. To help you make an informed decision.

Key Points Student, parent, counselor, teacher, etc. need to work together. College preference is individual to every person. Be prepared, thorough, and organized. Think outside the box. Be Realistic with your expectations.

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Test Dates SAT ACT Test Date:Register By: Saturday, November 6, 2010 Test given at Elder October 8, 2010 Saturday, December 4, 2010November 5, 2010 Test Date:Register By: Saturday, October 23, 2010Late Registration: by Friday, October 1, 2010 Saturday, December 11, 2010November 5, 2010 *Most colleges require the ACT and/or SAT

Research Review the information you receive in the mail. Research colleges, careers, scholarships, and financial aid via the internet, library, phone calls, etc. Attend a College Fair. Upcoming College Fairs are listed on the Guidance website. Visit a campus! No School for seniors: Oct. 13, & Nov. 29 & 30. Talk to family members/friends/teachers about the college they attended.

Popular Colleges among Elder Graduates: Middle 50% of Incoming Freshmen Average Test Scores

University of Cincinnati: SAT Reading: Math: Writing: ACT Composite Score

The Ohio State University SAT Reading: Math: Writing: ACT25-30 Composite Score

Miami University SAT Reading: Math: Writing: N/A ACT Composite Score

University of Dayton SAT Reading: Math: Writing: N/A ACT23-28 Composite Score

Northern Kentucky University SAT Reading: Math: Writing: N/A ACT19-24 Composite Score

Thomas More College SAT Reading: Math: Writing: N/A ACT19-25 Composite Score

Cincinnati State No ACT or SAT required, but each student needs to take a COMPASS test

Applications: Schools Typically students apply to 3-5 schools Be Realistic Apply to a variety of schools (possibly including a “reach” and a “safety” school) Be prepared when sitting down to complete applications (ex. list of extra-curriculars, current class schedule, social security number, GPA, Class Rank, etc.) Sign up to attend one of the college Representative Visits in the Guidance Resource Center during the school day.

When Do I Apply? Check the dates!!!  Each school has their own set of deadlines What are the different types of deadlines?  Early Decision – generally a BINDING agreement of attendance between student and school  Early Action – students apply early to learn of acceptance/denial early  Priority – generally an earlier date than the regular deadline and could include scholarship application  Regular – last opportunity to apply  Rolling – applications are accepted until school begins

How Do I Apply? College Application Process IN 3 EASY STEPS Complete the college application Complete a Transcript Request (by ing your counselor or using the form on the Guidance website) – your transcript will not be sent if you have not completed the signature sheet that mailed this summer and paid the $10 Transcript Fee. Make sure you list any materials that you want sent with your transcript in the body of the . We will not send your transcript until you have turned in all materials that you have indicated. Turn in materials that need to be sent with the transcript to your counselor. These items could include (but are not limited to): Counselor Form/Secondary School Report/Counselor Information Form, Letters of Recommendation, Essays, Resume

Applications: Transcripts  Request a transcript for the colleges to which you are applying  Click on “REQUEST A TRANSCRIPT” on the Guidance websiteREQUEST A TRANSCRIPT  your counselor to request a transcript  A-F:  G-L:  M-R:  S-Z:  Please include your name, the exact name of the school, their mailing address, and the name of the person it should be mailed to (if a specific person mentioned), and any other items that should be included.

Applications: Transcript  A transcript is a list of all the courses your son has taken, along with the final grade he earned, and the number of credits received for each course.  Also included on the transcript are:  GPA  Class Rank (weighted and unweighted)  Attendance  With the transcript we send:  Standardized Test Scores (HSPT, OGT, PSAT, PLAN, SAT, ACT)  School Profile  Any other documents you would like us to send

Course Listing for each year GPA/Rank Credits Attendance Name, Address, Phone, Parents, Birthdate, etc.

Applications: Test Scores Test Scores  Make sure your test scores (SAT/ACT) are sent to the college(s) to which you are applying  Elder High School Code:

Items you might need…. Resume  Take your time and proof-read!  Templates are available in Word or create your own outline Letters of Recommendation  How many do you need? No more than 2 (unless number is specified)!  Get a GOOD recommendation.  ADVANCE NOTICE!!! Plan on providing 2 weeks.  Helpful templates are available in the GRC Essay  Take your time and proofread!  It would be helpful to write it in a word processing program first and then “copy and paste” into the space on the online application. YOU DO NOT ALWAYS NEED THESE ITEMS! CHECK THE APPLICATION CAREFULLY!

Applications: After submission Expect to wait at least 4-8 weeks to receive a decision. Some schools have a specified decision date. What does it mean to be:  Accepted – You’re In!  Denied – You are not accepted into the school  Put on Hold – Generally means school is missing information  Asked for a 7 th Semester Transcript – School needs more information to make a decision  Waiting List – You are still being considered but cannot be offered admission at the present time What is special about May 1st?  This is the date when a student must notify the college(s) of their acceptance or denial.

NCAA If you are going to play a sport at a Div. I or Div. II college you MUST register with the NCAA Clearinghouse! Complete the Registration Process (visit Check your account frequently to make sure you have completed all required forms What are the requirements for the Clearinghouse?  Specific classes in specific areas  Sliding GPA/Test Score Scale IF YOU ARE EVEN THINKING ABOUT PLAYING A SPORT AT THE COLLEGIATE LEVEL… SEE YOUR COUNSELOR ASAP!

Two Types of Scholarships 1. Institutional Merit-Based Scholarships These Merit-Based Scholarships may have special applications, deadlines and criteria. Check school website for information. 2. Private Scholarships Private Scholarships are those awards not directly affiliated with a college.

Examples of Institutional Merit Based Scholarships University of Cincinnati  Cincinnatus Scholarships – December 1  Carl Linder Honors Plus Program – January 15  Darwin T. Turner Scholars Program – December 1 Miami University  Harrison Scholarship – November 3  University Merit Awards – February 1  Miami Access Initative –February 1

Xavier University  St. Francis and Chancellor Scholarships – December 1  Trustee, Schawe, and Presidential Scholarship – All applications are considered  Miguel Pro Scholarship - December 1  Francis Weninger Scholarship – December 1 University of Dayton  Trustees, Presidents, Deans, and Father Chaminade Award – December 15

Ohio State  Maximus Scholarship –December 1  Provost Scholarship – December 1 These scholarships are not necessarily an inclusive list of all available merit based scholarships. Please check the schools web sites or call their financial aid office to determine other scholarships that might be available and to verify deadline dates.

Complete a Financial Aid Sort OCIS Username: ElderHS Password: ohiocis03

Develop a Plan to Pay For Your Education Direct Cost  Tuition  Room and Board Indirect Cost  Books  Supplies  Transportation  Clothing  Laundry  Entertainment  Recreation  Parking

Financial Aid 1. SOURCES OF MONEY Parental Contribution Student’s Own Funds Scholarships (based on merit and special talents) Financial Aid (awarded on basis of determined financial need) Grants Work-Study Programs Loans

Financial Aid 2. FINANCIAL NEED Expected Family Contribution (Determined by FAFSA: constant) Cost of Attendance-Expected Family Contribution=Financial Need

Financial Aid 3. HOW TO APPLY FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE…SUBMIT Admission Application Institutional Financial Aid Application (if applicable) Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Paper Copy mailed (receive Student Aid Report in 4-6 wks) FAFSA on the WEB (receive Expected Family Contribution immediately and an SAR Information Acknowledgement within 2 weeks for your review)  Student Aid Report (SAR) shows the submitted information as well as the Expected Family Contribution. (Review the SAR for accuracy and follow instructions to make corrections.)

Financial Aid Before beginning the online FAFSA apply for a PIN # at (it is suggested that you apply for the PIN NOW!) The PIN will be ed to you within 1-5 days. Dependent students should also have their parents apply for a PIN now so they can electronically sign the FAFSA. FAFSA online at:

Financial Aid College Financial Aid Information Night Wednesday, January 19, :00PM In the Schaeper Center

Types of Financial Aid

Application Fests Monday-Thursday, Sept. 27- Oct. 7 2:30-3 in the GRC *Online applications allow you to create an account where you can save application information as you go. We don’t expect students to finish an application in one session. If this doesn’t work for you just make an appointment with your Guidance Counselor.

UPCOMING EVENTS: September 27-October 7 – Application Fests 2:30-3 in the GRC Sunday, October 3 – National College Duke Energy Center 1-4pm visit for informationwww.nationalcollegefairs.org Tuesday, October 5 – College Fair Miami Hamilton Gym 6:30-8pm visit for informationwww.ham.muohio.edu/collegefair Wednesday, October 13 – Miami University Campus Visit

College Visits: (college admission reps visit Elder) Sign up in the Guidance Department at least one day in advance September: 24 th :Grand Canyon University (AZ) 27 th :Otterbein College Lehigh University 28 th :Transylvania University Ohio Dominican University 29 th :Wheeling Jesuit University Michigan State University 30 th :Walsh University Wright State Barry University (Miami, FL) Stonehill College October: 1 st : Ball State Loyola University West Liberty University 4 th : Kettering University (Michigan) Marquette University Defiance College 5 th : Purdue University St. Joseph College (IN) Lake Erie College 6 th : Queen’s University of Charlotte 7 th : University of Cincinnati Ohio Northern University John Carroll 8 th : St. Louis University 11 th : University of Evansville 14 th : Mt. St. Joes Cleveland Art Institute 15 th : Case Western Reserve University Shawnee State 19 th : University of Dayton 21 st : Washington Jefferson College 22 nd : Catholic University 26 th : Ohio University 28 th : BGSU

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