1. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
11th Grade College/Post-Secondary
Planning Night
March 9, 2017
Investigating the “best” colleges is not as important as considering which colleges may be the “best fit” for you.

2. Goals for Tonight Learn where to begin in the college planning process
Hear directly from senior students who have been through the process
Hear directly from College Representatives as they answer the most frequently asked questions regarding the college process
Open question/answer forum
Question sheets are provided for you to have questions answered by either individual school counselors and/or college representatives

3. College Planning Resources
Meetings with School Counselors-During Junior Year
Meetings with College Admissions Representatives- Fall of Senior Year
Websites:
Family Connection/Naviance:
College Board:
Individual Colleges’ admissions websites
College Confidential:
Books: Fiske Guide to Colleges. Colleges that Change Lives
College Fairs: FRHSD College Fair- October, 2017 Freehold Boro
Campus Visits/Open Houses

4. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Colts Neck High School Senior Presenters:
Angelica Hanna
Lily Krietzberg

5. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
College Representatives:
College of New Jersey
Kevin
Lafayette College
Kelliann
Monmouth University
Patrick Dorsey-
Rowan University
Jessica Prach-
Rutgers University
Kaitlyn Vance-
SUNY Binghamton
Cara Tanenbaum-

6. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Question:
Can you give a brief overview of your school? (enrollment facts, majors, etc.)

7. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Question:
What are the average GPA, SAT and ACT scores for students in your schools?

8. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Question:
What is considered more important: a higher GPA in academic level courses, or a lower GPA in honors and AP level courses?

9. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Question:
Do you consider class rank when looking at applicants?

10. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Question:
What are the most important characteristics you look for in applicants? Do you compare a student’s senior transcript to their desired major?

11. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Question:
What types of extra-curricular activities are highly regarded (athletics, community service, part-time employment, summer research programs, etc.)?

12. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Question:
Do your schools give credit for AP and IB courses,?

13. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Question:
When is it necessary to declare a major and does switching your major after a period of time present difficulties?

14. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Question:
How much weight do letters of recommendation AND essays hold: are they a valuable tool?

15. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Question:
Are college visits and interviews recommended? Do they have to be scheduled well in advance?

16. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Question:
What are the deadlines for financial aid and what percentage of students receive financial aid at your school?

17. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Question:
What are the difference between deadlines for admission, including Early Action and
Early Decision?

18. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Question:
What is your view on transfer students, either from a Community College or another school?

19. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Question:
What kind of job placement programs are available for students as they approach their senior year in college? Are graduates getting jobs directly after
graduation?

20. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Best of luck as you begin this college planning process.
Have a wonderful evening.

21. FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
College Representatives:
College of New Jersey
Kevin
Lafayette College
Kelliann
Monmouth University
Patrick Dorsey-
Rowan University
Jessica Prach-
Rutgers University
Kaitlyn Vance-
SUNY Binghamton
Cara Tanenbaum-