1. Presented by the Kennedy Catholic Counseling Department Ms. Kathryn Hutter hutterk@kennedyhs.org Ms. Joanne Uhl uhlj@kennedyhs.org

2. Agenda WelcomeKathryn Hutter PSAT/NMSQTKathryn Hutter Senior Schedule PlanningKathryn Hutter Post High School PlansJoanne Uhl NavianceKathryn Hutter Admissions GameJoanne Uhl

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4. Benefits for Juniors Qualify for scholarships Other benefits: Receive free information from colleges and scholarships interested in you Receive access to My College QuickStart, an online customized college and career planning tool On average, students who take the PSAT score higher on the SAT

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6. Graduation Requirements Religion4 credits Religion4 credits English4 credits English4 credits Science2 credits Science2 credits Social Studies3 credits Social Studies3 credits Math2 credits Math2 credits Fine/Perform. Arts1 credit Fine/Perform. Arts1 credit Occupational Ed.1 credit Occupational Ed.1 credit PE/Health2 credits PE/Health2 credits Electives7 credits Electives7 credits  A full year is awarded 1 credit  TOTAL FOR GRADUATION: 26 CREDITS

7. 4 Year College Requirements English4 years Science2 years Social Studies3 years Math (Algebra and higher)3 years World Language2 years Fine/Perform. Arts1 year  These are minimum requirements  Requirements may vary for individual colleges

8. 4 Year College 12 th Grade Math Requirement Must take full year of math or Full year of science or Pre–Calculus or higher before senior year

9. Integrated Service Learning Experience Commitment contract due Friday, Nov. 22, 2013 20 hours of service due May 15, 2014 Questions? kennedyhs.org / student life/ ISLE

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11. What are my options? 2013 Kennedy Catholic graduates: 4 year College68% 2 year Community College27% Work 1% Military 2% Undecided 2%

12. Career Career exploration tools College Board Naviance Occupational Outlook Handbook Apprenticeship Programs http://lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprentic eship/

13. Military Information in the counseling center Meet with recruiters during campus visits Contact local recruiter Males need to register with Selective Service on 18 th birthday

14. Technical Schools Career oriented 6 months – 2 years programs Washington State Board for Community & Technical Colleges sbctc.ctc.edu

15. 2 – Year Community College Associate degree with transfer to 4- year college Direct Transfer Agreement Benefits: Cost Size Convenience: proximity and flexible hours Transition step Washington State Board of Community & Technical Colleges sbctc.ctc.edu

16. 4 – Year College or University Admission Criteria GPA Strength of curriculum Standardized Test Scores (SAT, SAT Subject Tests and/or ACT, TOEFL) Essay or writing sample Extracurricular activities Student’s demonstrated interest Letters of recommendation

17. Colleges Our Students Attend University of Washington10% Bellevue College9% Washington State University8% Western Washington University8% Highline Community College8% Gonzaga University6% Seattle University6% Central Washington University5% Data collected from 2008 – 2012

18. Applications 2009-2013 SchoolApps% AcceptAvg. gpaAvg SATAvg ACT UW374573.72178725 WSU282863.32161523 WWU250763.47165923 SU236773.59170324 GU197763.66176225 UP191833.64172924 CWU135843.12151620 EWU52753.11147219

19. What’s Best For Me? 2 or 4 year Location Size Requirements/ Selectivity Majors Public vs. Private Cost Campus life Programs Campus diversity Special needs

20. International Students World language requirement waived if enter U.S. education system after Grade 8 Most schools require TOEFL; some just SAT/ACT; or both TOEFL and SAT/ACT. Selective colleges may require SAT Subject Tests Some scholarships available but not eligible for financial aid through FAFSA Some schools have separate application for International students

21. The Student Athlete Register with eligibilitycenter.org at end of Gr. 11 if planning to play Division I or Division II college athletics Request Kennedy Catholic to mail a transcript at the end of junior year Be aware of requirements for core credits, test scores and core GPA. Check with your counselor!

22. Students with Learning Disabilities Students with a learning disability or health impairment may qualify for accommodations on SAT/ACT Current documentation required on file at school Make request through school counselor Allow 6-8 weeks for process

23. Financial Aid All schools use the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Some private schools also use the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE Kennedy Catholic Financial Aid Night Tuesday Dec 3 at 7 pm Planning and FAFSA workshop for parents Scholarship workshop for students

24. Get ready. Keep up junior year grades Stay involved in extracurricular activities and service opportunities Prepare for SAT, SAT Subject Tests, ACT and TOEFL Sign up for appropriate senior courses Register for SAT, ACT, SAT Subject Tests, TOEFL School code: 481116

25. Spring Schedule a meeting with your counselor Parents are welcome to attend Visit college campuses Schedule tours with Admissions Offices Take SAT, SAT Subject Tests and/or ACT and TOEFL

26. Summer Get organized: calendar, files or folders Prepare list of colleges Reach, middle, safety Start on college essays Visit campuses Work, read, travel, volunteer

27. Fall 2014 Finalize list of schools Counselor meeting to discuss plans Meet college reps at Kennedy Catholic Arrange for letters of recommendation with teachers and counselor Complete applications before deadlines

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29. When do our students use it? Grade 9: Learning Styles Inventory; Career Interest Inventory Grade 10 : Do What You Are Personality Inventory Grade 11 : College Survey; College Match Grade 12 : Organize and track college applications

31. About Me…

32. College Search

33. College Match

34. Scholarship List

35. Resources Guide to the College Application Process: www.nacacnet.org ( National Association for College Admission Counseling )www.nacacnet.org Guide for Parents Guide for Students

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