1. Career Planning as a Junior/Senior
Counselor Contacts:
Mr. Candella
Mrs. Frongetta

2. Phase 1 - Perspective
Understand the “career world” as a junior in high school
Use a global perspective when career planning
Apply an analytical approach when you are researching jobs and career choices
Use statistics when evaluating programs and educational options
Evaluate and dispel myths or false ideologies about career development
Obtain awareness of the financial decisions you are making regarding loans

3. Careers/College/Employment?
Information to consider:
Students are spending more time in school.
Community College enrollment has increased exponentially in the last 5 years.
The more education you have the more money you make.
Many people pursue college majors based on expected salary of the profession.
State Employment Trends.

4. Continued… Students are spending more time in school.
58% of students enrolled in a 4 year degree program complete it is 6 years
Average student debt incurred by a graduating senior in 2015 was $35,000
20% attrition (Drop out) rate – 80% of student complete college after starting.
Community College enrollment has increased
48% of employed graduates are in jobs that require less than a 4 year degree
Employers are leveraging (using) 2 years degree programs to their advantage . Community Colleges are adapting to this and offering 2 year degree programs that result in job placement (IE. Biotech, Manufacturing Science, Medical Technology or Assistants, Computer Repair, HVAC, & more)
Associate degrees awarded have increased approximately 50% in 10 years.
Bachelor degrees awarded have increased approximately 26% in 10 years.

5. Continued…
The more education you have the more money you make.

6. Continued…
What employment trends exist in your immediate area? Or state?
NYS Department of Labor Statistics:
Current Employment
Short Term Projections
Long Term Projections
Highest Private Sector Employment in NYS
Salary Information

7. Continued…
Many people pursue college majors based on expected salary of the profession
“Some of those programs required 6-8 years of education to attain entry level employment
Education
No College or >Associates
Associates
Bachelors
Masters
Doctoral
Job
Pharmacy Tech
PT Assistant RN PA
Pediatrician
Outlook
Above Ave.
Above Ave
Entry Salary
$25,000
$35,000
$45,000
$75,000
$125,000
College
Possible 1 Year
2 Years
4 Years
6 Years
8+ residency

8. Education
No College or >Associates
Associates
Bachelors
Masters
Doctoral
Job
Electrician
HVAC Tech
Construction Mng.
Civil Engineer
Physicist
Outlook
Above Ave.
Below Ave.
Entry Salary
$45,000
$55,000
$100,000
College
Apprentice
2 Years
2-4 Years
4-6 Years
8 Years
Education
No College or >Associates
Associates
Bachelors
Masters
Doctoral
Job
Outlook
Entry Salary
College

9. What field do I want to work in?
Utilize websites to find information on careers/majors.
ONet – onetonline.org
CareerZone – careerzone.ny.gov
NYS Licensed Prof labor.ny.gov/stats/lstrain.shtm
Employment Projections labor.ny.gov/stats/lsproj.shtm

10. Questions to ask about jobs?
What is the job outlook and employment projections?
What are the education requirements to pursue this career?
What is the entry level salary?
What are other jobs that I can consider in this field?
What are the real tasks associated with this job?
Do I know someone I can talk with that currently does this job?
Is it okay to be undecided?
Do I possess the skill set to be successful in that college major or career choice?

11. Phase 2 -Planning College Employment Military Research
Understand admissions
Know the vocab
Set your timeline
ACT/SAT
Visit Schools
Make decisions
Organize yourself
Applying
Employment
Research
Evaluate needs
Pursue Training
Create a resume
Obtain references
Finding jobs
Applying
Military
Research
Familiare yourself with options
ASVAB
Contact w/ recruiter

12. Armed Services Contact a recruiter
Pursue Information about ROTC Programs and/or Military Academies
ROTC Programs (Deadlines vary in January):
Army -
Navy -
Air Force -
Military Academies:
Military Academy at West Point –
Naval Academy at Annapolis –
Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs –
Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point –
Coast Guard Academy at New London –

13. Right into Work Do you have a resume? Do you have references?
Do you have adequate training for the positions you are pursuing?
Are you prepared to interview?
Do you have a backup plan?
How do I find jobs?

14. Job/Training Resources
NYS Apprenticeship programs
NYS Department of Labor
Workforce Development GLOW Region
NYS Civil Service
Buffalo Employment & Training Center

15. College Timeline Research Understand admissions (page 4)
Know the vocab (page 21)
Set your timeline ( page 26-29)
ACT/SAT (page 14)
Visit Schools (page 8)
Compare schools & make decisions (page 7)
Organize yourself (page 18)
Applying

16. Factors in Admissions
National Association for College Admissions Counseling (2011)
Important factors considered by College Admissions Professionals when they are reviewing applications
Grades in College Prep Course
84%
Strength of Courses
68%
SAT & ACT
59%
Grades in all Courses
52%
Essay
24%
Recommendations
16%
Class Rank
18%
Interview 6%
Extracurricular Acts. 5%
Regents Exams 4%

17. Picking Schools and Narrowing Choices
You need to narrow schools down by various different factors (major, location, size of school, etc.)
You also need to be realistic with your choices. It is important to look over the average GPA and SAT/ACT score of the schools you are applying to and compare it to your grades and scores.
You should consider applying between 2-5 schools.
Compare your options

18. Visiting the Campus
It is imperative that you go out and see the schools you are interested in. All schools have various “open houses” or “student nights” throughout the year to accommodate requests to see the campus.
Things to consider:
Layout of the Campus
Food
Housing and Parking for Freshman
Activities, internships, & volunteer work
Work placement and assistance
Security of the campus
Library Hours
And MUCH MORE!!!!!

19. ATTICA’S SCHOOL CODE IS 330235
SAT/ACT
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
Critical Reading & Math
Out of 1600
Cost:
$43 (No Writing)
$54.50 (Writing)
American College Test (ACT)
English, Reading, Math, & Science
Out of 36
Cost:
$39.50 (No Writing)
$56.50 (Writing)
ATTICA’S SCHOOL CODE IS

20. What about the writing? YOU MUST TAKE A WRITING SECTION
On both tests the writing section is optional.
The majority of 4-year schools require the writing section to apply to the colleges.
Schools do not use your writing score when determining admissions BUT it is an admissions requirement. In order to apply you must take the writing section.

21. NCAA
For all prospective athletes looking to play at the DI or DII levels you must register for eligibility with the NCAA.
You must have an appropriate number of core courses (16 for DI and DII) and a SAT/ACT score that is high enough
One of the biggest things that eliminates students from DI is Math. You must have 3 courses Algebra or Higher. If you’re on the Math x track that is not enough math for DI.
Student must register online at
Just as with selecting colleges, you must be realistic with your athletic expectations. You need to get in touch with coaches.

22. Phase 3 - Paperwork Applications Supplemental Applications
The Common Application
Early Decision vs. Early Action
Financial Aid (FAFSA)
Scholarships
Deadlines

23. What should I have already done?
Researched prospective career or major
If undecided continuing to explore career options
Compiled a list of schools or programs
Researched Schools or Training Programs or Military Options
SAT/ACT tests (if required)
NCAA forms (if required)
Visited the campus
Verified if the campus accepts my GCC or AP Credit (Link on HS Website)
Signed up to retake my SAT/ACT if I did not like my scores
Verified every last requirement of the schools you are applying to.
Organized
ARE YOU READY TO APPLY?

24. Where Do I Find Applications?
Common Application Website
SUNY Website
Community College Websites
Private College Websites
Paper Applications

25. Common Application
–This is different from the SUNY Application. Do not confuse the two.
In order to apply you need to complete the following:
Create an account
Complete entire application(demographics, academic information, course information, major, etc)
Attach your counselor’s for recommendation
Attach teacher’s for recommendation
Complete specific college essay questions
Request Transcripts from you Counselor

26. Common Application

27. SUNY Website www.suny.edu/student
In order to apply you need to complete the following:
Create an account
SUNY General Application
Supplemental Application (w/ essays)
Any specific institutional requirements (Letters of rec, other forms)
Request Transcripts from you Counselor

28. SUNY Website

29. Private & Community Colleges
Go to the College’s Website.
Fees are sometimes free or discounted significantly
If you are going to apply to a 2 year school in the SUNY system do not use the SUNY Application go to their website. For example

30. Supplemental Applications
This is a secondary application that you must submit to the colleges.
It requires additional information about the applicant including essays.
Some schools now have an early Financial Aid application that is required also. This is different from the FAFSA and the schools use this to put together a potential financial aid award.
Make sure you check with the school to see if they require an additional application

31. Early Decision vs. Early Action
Theses are different options that SUNY schools use.
Early Decision – You apply to a school and request that they accept you earlier than with the regular enrollment. You do this having the school know that you will commit to that school. THIS IS BINDING! You cannot back out and you cannot use this option for more than 1 school. You can and should apply to other schools but if this school accepts you you must withdraw your applications from the other schools you applied to.
Early Action – Same as Early Decision just not binding. You can use for multiple schools.
Deadlines are typically early November

32. Final Info on Applications
Educate yourself on the requirements. Each school is different
Request teacher recommendation letters in advance
Commit and take the time to produce your best application.
DO NOT HAND IN INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS
s, Social Media, Correspondence, etc.
If you have questions ask!

33. Financial Aid ATTEND FINANCIAL AID NIGHT!!!!
NEW THIS YEAR: FAFSA forms are available OCTOBER 1
Applications are completed online.
Both you & your parent must request a FSA ID. DO NOT LOSE THIS!
No matter who you are, you should fill out the FAFSA.
Not just free money, also loans and other grants

34. Target Dates Competitive Admissions Programs by Nov. 1
Programs that have a low acceptance rate
Competitive Colleges or Universities by Nov. 1
Colleges that have a low acceptance rate
Other colleges between Nov. 1-30
Community Colleges by between Nov. 1 – December 16.
FAFSA – October 1 – by application submission

35. Scholarships
#1 source for scholarship information should be from the actual schools you apply to. You typically have to fill out the FAFSA to be eligible.
#2 source is from private organization and other 3rd parties. Access the Attica Website.

36. Other Important Dates RAC Visit – 9/30 Financial Aid Night – 10/14 6PM
WNY Visit – 10/21
GCC Instant Admit – 11/14