1. Native American Heritage Month
For 67 years, FSU has worked closely, side by side, with the Seminole Tribe of Florida.
FSU does not have a mascot. Instead, use the name“Seminoles” in admiration of the only Native American tribe never conquered by the US Government.
Student selected to portray “Osceola”, a great Seminole Warrior, must maintain excellent grades and good character. Clothing he wears is sewn by the women of the Seminole Tribe.
The tribe helped design a course for FSU students – “History of the Seminoles and Southeastern Tribes”

2. Planning for your Future
Where do you want to be after high school
graduation ?
Do you know how to get there?

3. High School Graduation Requirements
2.0 cumulative unweighted GPA
Pass the FSA ELA (or the ACT/SAT equivalent)
Pass the Algebra I EOC
24 credits (16 required and 8 electives)

4. High School Graduation Course Requirements
4 cr English
4 cr Math (including Alg I & Geometry)
3 cr Science (including Biology)
3 cr Soc Studies (WH, AH, Econ, Govt.)
1 cr HOPE (or 2 yrs. ROTC or 2 yrs sport + exam)
1 cr Fine or Eligible Practical Art
8 cr Electives

5. Consider College Characteristics
Majors & educational programs
Type of school & degrees offered
Admission policy
Location & size
Costs & financial aid
College affiliation & accreditation
Campus activities
Support services

6. List, Compare, and Visit Colleges
Compile information from multiple resources:
College Websites
Collegeweeklive.com
College catalogs, bulletins, videos, and computer-based services
College representatives & college fairs
Counselors and teachers
Parents, students, and alumni
Aim for 3-5 schools

7. Every campus has a “personality”
You need to visit to find out!

8. Determine College Costs Net Price Calculator
Net price is the key to understanding what a specific college is likely to cost, and allows you to better compare your out-of-pocket expenses from one college to another.
It can help you widen your college choices beyond those institutions that you think you can afford. It is possible that your net cost will be lower at a college with a high sticker price or higher at a college with a lower sticker price. You may find that some colleges you thought were financially out of your reach may be very affordable.
Remember, “financial fit” is just one of many factors you will want to consider in choosing a college.

9. Develop a Plan to Finance Your Education
Investigate ALL possible resources
Parents
Savings
Summer earnings
Financial aid: scholarships, grants, loans & work-study
Military Academy, ROTC or Reserves

10. Tuition and Other Costs
PUBLIC
PRIVATE
Lively: $ (prog.)
TCC: $
FSU : $6516
FAMU: $4553
*All costs are PER YEAR*
PLUS:
Room & Board $10,000 (varies)
Fees $1,000 (varies)
Books $500 - $2,000 (varies)
Personal Expenses (Laundry, Dates, Transportation) $1500
Flagler: $17,500
UM : $22,800
Georgia Tech : $30,904
Harvard: $43,280
*Costs per year for tuition ONLY

11. State University System Minimum Requirements
COURSEWORK
4 English
4 Math
3 Natural Science
3 Social Science
2 Foreign Language
2 electives from approved SUS list
2.5 GPA and TEST SCORE MINIMUM:
SAT 460 RW or ACT 19 R
SAT 460 Math or ACT 19 M
3.0 with test scores

12. 32,459 undergraduates
2016 Admitted Student Profile Middle 50% for fall
GPA
New SAT
24 – 28 ACT
Aver. # of academic units – 23
Academic Profile: GPA, strength of curriculum, test scores, # of honors and AP courses, essay
1st application deadline is mid October

13. 8,166 undergraduates Admit under SUS min. standards Essay required
Middle Range for Admissions
3.0 – 3.49 GPA
1000 – 1200 SAT
ACT

14. Honors Program & Scholarships
3.5 GPA
1700 SAT
27 ACT
Recommendation Letters
MEDICAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM for incoming freshmen – specialized 4 year curriculum in pre-medical biology or chemistry. Some applicants will receive provisional acceptance into FAU College of Medicine.

15. 35,043 undergraduates University of Florida
2016 Incoming Freshmen Profile
4.2 – 4. 5 GPA
NEW SAT
ACT
ONE application Deadline: Nov. 1
HOUSING BASED ON DAY YOU APPLY!!!!

16. UF’s Pathway to Campus Enrollment (PaCE)
Students selected for UF PaCE will enroll in UF Online as a degree – seeking student. for a minimum of two semesters and complete at least 15 credits online. After earning a total of 60 credits and meeting program requirements, students may submit a transition form to move from online learning to a guaranteed place on the UF Residential campus. By enrolling in PaCE, you are a Gator from the very first day.

17. 54,527 undergraduates 2016 Fall Freshmen Profile: Avg GPA: 4.0
Avg SAT: 1324
Avg ACT: 28

18. Other Florida Universities
Univ. of West Fla. Univ. of So. Fla. Univ. of Miami Univ. of North Fla. Flagler Fla. Atlantic Univ. Eckerd New College Univ. of Tampa Fla. Gulf Coast Jacksonville U Fla. International U Stetson Florida Polytechnic

19. Competitive Colleges
•Grades & Curriculum •Extracurricular Activities •Leadership & Service •SAT II •Counselor & Teacher Recommendations –give at least 2 weeks notice •Use Common application •Early decision policies START PLANNING NOW FOR THIS PROCESS!

20. State & Community Colleges
Admission based on High School Diploma
College Ready Scores:
SAT: R W , 440 math
ACT: 17 English, 19 reading, 19 math.
Students who take college prep courses in high school are more likely to be successful

21. Types of Diplomas/Degrees
Associate of Arts Degree
Prepares for transfer to a university
Associate of Science Degree
Prepares for immediate careers
Certificate Programs
Provides vocational training in occupations
Applied Technology Degree
Vocational program providing part of the coursework for the AS & training for employment
Sample AS programs at TCC
Dental Hygienist
Nursing
Radiology Technology
Drafting and Design Technology
Paralegal and Legal Studies
Criminal Justice Technology

22. Lively Workforce Education Certificates
MECHANICS: Automotive, Aviation, A/C Refrigeration & Heating Technology, Welding, Electricity PEOPLE : Barbering, Cosmetology, Massage Therapy COMPUTERS: Digital Design, Web Development OFFICE: Legal Administrative Specialist, Accounting Operations . Administrative Office Specialist HEALTH CARE:, Practical Nursing (LPN), Pharmacy, Patient Care Tech OTHER: Photography, Culinary

23. Everyone who meets the criteria get the money 4 ways to qualify:
Can be used at any Florida public or private comm. college, university, or voc. school
Everyone who meets the criteria get the money
4 ways to qualify:
Academic Scholars Award
Medallion Scholars Award
Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award
Gold Seal CAPE Scholars Award

24. Academic Scholars Award
3.5 weighted GPA (only .25 weight) on the 16 required credits
*1290 (ERW +M) SAT or
29 ACT(E,M,S,R), and (Writing NOT used)
100 hours of community service
* Test Scores May Change

25. Medallion Scholars Award
3.0 weighted GPA (only .25 weight) on the 16 required courses
* 1170 SAT (ERW + Math) or
26 ACT (E,M,S,R) Writing NOT be used
75 hours of community service
* TEST SCORES MAY CHANGE

26. Required Credits 4 English 4 Math 3 Sciences 3 Social Studies (any)
2 Foreign Language (in same language)
16 credits
BF GPA is NOT the LCVS GPA

27. Gold Seal Vocational Award
3.0 weighted GPA (only .25 weight) using the 16 credits required for graduation, excluding electives, and
3.5 unweighted GPA in a minimum of 3 sequential vocational credits, and
Pass the PERT or SAT 440 CR & 440 math or ACT 17 Eng, 19 Read ,19 Math
30 hours of community service
ONLY PAYS for certification programs and technical degrees

28. Gold Seal CAPE Scholars
Meet the General Requirements for Bright Futures
Earn a minimum of 5 postsecondary credit hours through CAPE industry certifications which articulate for college credit, and
Complete 30 service hours
Can use for career education or certificate program. Upon completion of AS that articulates to a Bachelor of Science, GSC Scholar may also receive an award towards 60 credit hours to a Bachelor of Science degree.

29. How Much Actual Money is That?
BF FAS at a university pays $103 cr hr x 30 = $3090
BF FMS at a university pays $77 cr hr x $30 = $2310
BF FMS at a CC pays $63 x $30 = $1890
•1 yr. tuition+fees for 30 credit = $4553
•1 yr. tuition+fees for 30 credit FSU = $6516
•TCC tuition for 30 TCC = $

30. Clearinghouse
Required for any student athlete who wants to play at a Division I or II college
Clearinghouse form should be sent at end of junior year or beginning of senior year
$75 fee
16 core courses & Test scores determine eligibility
FEE WAIVER if you qualify

31. SAT SAT: ERW: $45 / $57 writing
SAT : Subject Tests (only for highly competitive schools)
Test Dates/deadlines:
Dec 3 (Nov 3 )
Jan 21 ( Dec 21)
March 11 (Feb. 10)
May 6 (Apr. 7)
June 3(May 9)
website:
FEE WAIVER if you qualify l

32. English, Math, Science, Reading $42.50
ACT assessment + writing: $58.50
Test Dates/Deadlines: February 11 (Jan 13)
April 8 (Mar 3) June 10 (May 5)
website:
FEE WAIVER if you qualify

33. Options Junior and Senior Year
Lively
Advanced Placement
Dual Enrollment
Mid year graduation
Bright Futures
College Admission

36. “How bad do you want it ?”

37. NEXT – Your Future After High School
Table of Contents
High School: 15 SAT/ACT; 17 College Admission
College: 32 Scholarships; 44 Major; 47 Visits
Life: 49 Job Interview; 54 Online Presence
State Univ 59; State Colleges 61; Independent 62; Career & Technical 64

38. Questions To Help you Pick your Field of Study
What do you like to do for fun?
What challenges you?
What’s your favorite class?
How much do you like to work with others?
What about life outside of work?
Turn to page 48 and take the interest quiz

39. Florida Shines www.floridashines.org
The Florida Virtual Campus (FLVC) is funded by the Florida Legislature to help students succeed in school and life after graduation.

40. Virtual College Night November 16
6:30 - 7:30 pm: College 101 for High School Students
Information on the admissions process; college credit while still in high school, and what resources are available to help you succeed in college.   

41. Career Assessment https://www.floridashines.org/ Find a Career
Select your category (high school student)
Register or Log In
Take an Assessment