Matheson Jr. High School Parent Teacher Conference Fall 2012 College and Career Readiness CCR Plan
Overview of Presentation College Admissions Requirements How to apply Deadlines College Entrance Exams ACT/SAT ACT Review Scholarships & Financial Aid FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid Calendar of Events
College Admissions
University of Utah Admissions 1. Course requirements: 4 years English 3 years math (2 years beyond Algebra 1) 3 years science 2 yrs. required from Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Human Biology Level one and two of the same foreign language taken during grades 7 – Rigor of high school classes 3. Personal Attributes Unique contributions Accomplishments Extra-curricular activities
Freshman Scholarships Course recommendations for admissions: 4 years of English 4 years of math 3 years of laboratory science – Chemistry, Physics, Biology 2 years of history or government 2 or more years of foreign language (recommended not required) ACTGPA Acceptance Rate BYU % BYU Hawaii % BYU Idaho % LDS Business College % Average ACT and GPA for admissions
Comprehensive Admissions Review GPA AP Courses Service Unique Personal Circumstance Talents and Creativity Leadership Seminary Attendance Application - 7 Parts – 4 Essay questions
Utah State University
Westminster College Westminster recognizes academic achievement measured by: Difficulty of coursework Extracurricular Activities 3.0 GPA or higher 20 ACT or higher Counselor Recommendation Personal Essay Freshman Scholarships
Salt Lake Community College Salt Lake Community College Open Admissions Accuplacer Test (Math, Reading and Writing) or the ACT Utah Valley University Open Admissions ACT Test
Out of State Colleges Identify the colleges of interest Go to the college website and gather the facts: Admissions Requirements Admissions Deadlines College Entrance Exam Financial Aid & Scholarships Tuition
Common Application Apply to more than one out of state college with one application. There are 415 colleges on the list that use The Common application Boston College Dartmouth Emory Harvard Reed College New York University Stanford Wellesley University of San Diego Westminster College - Utah Yale
How to Apply for Admissions 1. Complete and submit an admission application - online 2. Pay application fee - online 3. Submit an official high school transcript 4. Submit an official ACT/SAT score Additional steps required by some schools 1. Personal Essay 2. Counselor/teacher recommendations
Admissions/Scholarship Deadlines Institution Admission DeadlineScholarship Deadline *Brigham Young University**Priority December 1 ** February 1 December 1 – Academic Scholarships February 1 Dixie State CollegeOpenMarch 1 Salt Lake Community College10 days prior to semesterMarch 1 Snow CollegeOpenFebruary 1 *Southern Utah University**Priority - December 1** May 1 December 1 – Academic Scholarships February 1 *University of Utah**Priority December 1** April 1 December 1 – Academic Scholarships February 1 *Utah State University**Priority - December 1** April 1 December 1 – Academic Scholarships Utah State University College of Eastern Utah OpenMarch 1 Utah Valley UniversityAugust 15First Priority Feb. 1 Weber StateOpenPriority January 14 Westminster CollegeRollingPriority March 1 Exemplary Achievement February 15
Deadline – Admissions/Scholarships 1. Brigham Young University - yes (update ACT scores and GPA until Feb. 1) 2. Southern Utah University - no 3. Utah State University - no 4. University of Utah - no All materials in by the deadline: Application Fee Transcript Official Test Scores
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Financial Aid and Scholarships PublicPrivate Tuition – I year (2 semesters)$8,244$28,500 Average Cost of Tuition for College
Tuition Utah Colleges & Universities Tuition - 1 year (2semester) Utah State University College of Eastern Utah $3,070 Snow College$3,086 Salt Lake Community College$3,170 Dixie State College$4,089 Utah Valley University $4,288 Brigham Young University $4,710 Weber State University$4,761 Southern Utah University $5,576 Utah State University $5,931 University of Utah $6,763 Westminster College$28,210
Investigate All Possible Resources Student Savings Student Employment Family Contribution Financial Aid – Need Based Grants Student Loans Work Study Scholarships - Merit Based College/University Private scholarships
Financial Aid & Scholarships Need Based Based on Financial Need Grants and Work Study College /University Loans Merit Based Scholarships College/University Academic Departmental Leadership Diversity Talent Athletic Private Financial Aid & Scholarships
FAFSA - Federal Application for Free Federal Aid Apply for a PIN at Electronic Signature Complete federal taxes early Submit the FREE application at as soon aswww.fafsa.ed.gov possible after January 1. Check and see if the college asks for a Financial Aid Profile
Financial Aid and Scholarships The biggest source of scholarships and grants is: Federal Government Colleges/Universities Private scholarships represent the smallest source. Biggest SourceSmallest Source
Banks Businesses Employers Civic Groups Cultural/Ethnic Organizations Local Government Military Associations Religious Groups Private Charities/Foundations Private Individuals Professional Organizations State Groups Need Based Special Interests/Abilities Contest/Essay Where do you find private scholarships?Criteria Varies Financial Aid and Scholarships
Complete free scholarship searches on: Fastweb.com Scholarships.com Free-4u.com TuitionFundingSources.com Complete questionnaires or profiles Note application process and deadlines APPLY How do you find private scholarships? Financial Aid/Scholarships
Scholarship Checklist Don’t Miss Deadlines Start Your Search Early Read Eligibility Requirements Carefully Get Organized Follow Instructions Check Your Application Keep Copies of Everything Track the Package
+ Regents’ Scholarship Program
+ Regents’ Scholarship Program Required Classes 4 credits of English 4 progressive credits of math 3.5 credits of Social Science 3 credits of lab-based Science courses to include: Biology Chemistry Physics 2 progressive credits of the same World Language during grades 9-12
+ Regents’ Scholarship Program Qualifications For Each Reward 1. Max. value $1000 one-time payment 2. Core course of study during Cumulative 3.0 GPA 4. No grade lower that a “C” in the required courses 5. One report of ACT test score Base AwardExemplary Academic Achievement 1. Flat dollar amount – max. value of $900 per semester 2. Core course of study during Cumulative 3.5 GPA 4. No grade lower than a “B” in the required core courses. 5. Have an ACT score of 26
+ Regents’ Scholarship Program Read program information November – application December – first priority deadline February – deadline Remember to meet all deadlines: Be sure to submit all the required documents
College Entrance Exams
18-20 Open Admissions Dixie UVU SLCC Somewhat Selective BYU U of U Westminster Typical ACT Scores for Admitted Students
Take the ACT Twice Juniors take the ACT/SAT in April or June Seniors repeat the ACT/SAT by December 2012
ACT Test Dates Register online: ACT (No writing)…………………………………$35.00 ACT Plus Writing …………………………………$50.00 Late Fee………………………………. Additional $21.00 Test DateRegistration Deadline Late RegistrationStand by October 27September 21 Sept Oct. 5Before October 22 December 8November 2
ACT Review Options ACT Review at Olympus High School October 1 – October 26 Monday – Friday 2:15 – 3:15 Cost: $40.00 Register and pay in the bookstore or on the Olympus Webstore ACT Prep and Practice Tests – online
Online Options for Credit Electronic High School Complete by the end of 3 rd quarter Granite Connect See your counselor for more information
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