1. Planning for “Life after High School”
Class of 2018
Senior Scoop
Planning for “Life after High School”

2. Your High School Diploma
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Class of 2018

3. Transcript and Final Credit Check
Credit Check – Minimum of 24 credits needed for Graduation
GPA – Weighted and Unweighted (This is what you will report for applications)

4. GETTING IN:
Class of 2018

5. Choosing the Right Path
2 - Year Year Military Work Force
Public vs. Private
Large vs. Small
Close to Home vs. FAR FAR Away
Career Major
Study Abroad
Honors Programs
Internship Opportunities
Scholarships
Sports-NCAA/NAIA
Branches of the Military
ROTC
Military Academy
Employability
Career Readiness
Required Certifications
Resume
Interview Skills
Available Job Positions

6. ACT.ORG Or COLLEGEBOARD.COM
Test
Date
Cost
ACT
October 28
December 9
February 10
April 14
June 9
July 14
Without Writing $46.00
With Writing
$62.50
SAT and SAT Subject Tests
SAT Reasoning Only
October 7
November 4
December 2
May 5
June 2
March 10
No Essay
$45.00
With Essay
$57.00
Subject Tests
+$20.00
ASVAB
*Contact the military branch of your choice to set up with Recruiting Officer
*No cost
Register at:
ACT.ORG Or
COLLEGEBOARD.COM
Oldham County H.S.
CEEB Code:
SEND YOUR SCORES -- Don’t wait!
Colleges will take your highest composite score.
If you are Free/Reduced Lunch, see your counselor for a fee waiver.
Test Registration

7. GO VISIT! 2 College Visit Days -- Field Trips
Register for visits ONLINE
Bring something back to prove you were there!
Turn into the ATTENDANCE office upon your return to school
Attend Campus Preview Days!!
Attend College Fairs !!

8. What Questions Should I ask on a College Visit?
Admission Standards
Types of Scholarships and Financial Aid
Admission/Scholarship Deadlines
Dual Credit/AP Credit
Tutoring Services
Study Abroad Programs
Internships/Work Study
Housing
Meal Plans
Parking/Car on Campus
Departmental Information
Extra-curricular
College Advising
Health Services
Average Class Sizes for Freshmen
Computer Labs/Wi-Fi Access

9. COLLEGE ADMISSIONS ACT or SAT GPA -- Weighted or Un-weighted
I’m Accepted
ACT or SAT
GPA -- Weighted or Un-weighted
Strength of Senior Schedule
Class Rank – OCHS Does not Rank
Extra-curricular Activities
Community Service
Honors/Awards
Essay Questions
Letters of Recommendation
Interview

10. Types of Applications Regular Admission Application Common Application
Scholarship Application
Honors Program Application
Housing Application
College Athletics Eligibility Application (NCAA/NAIA)

11. Letters of Recommendation
Choose someone who you feel will give a supportive recommendation
Give AT LEAST one week notice
Share information about yourself (ILP Resume or “Brag” sheet)
Three is a good number! (Counselor, Teacher, Community Member)

12. The College Admissions Essay
Write in Your Own Voice: BE YOURSELF
Know What Your Voice Is :
3 qualities that make you stand out from others
Don’t repeat yourself:
Give yourself enough time to write, revise, repeat
Are you actually answering the question?
Get Some Mileage Out of It:
Repurpose parts of your essay
Check grammar and spelling

13. Admission Options Early Decision Early Action
You make a commitment to enroll in a school if you are admitted
This is a binding application
You withdraw all other applications and make a nonrefundable deposit
Early Action
You apply to your preferred school and receive a decision before the normal response date.
Not as binding
PLEASE BE AWARE OF YOUR DEADLINES AND GIVE AMPLE TIME FOR YOUR GUIDANCE COUNSELORS AND TEACHERS TO COMPLETE ANY LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATIONS NEEDED.
Deadlines typically fall around Fall Break.

14. Wow Factor What sets YOU apart?
What information will make your application
and letter of recommendations STAND OUT!

15. Admission Application FAQ for the Guidance Office:
…a good time to apply?
…my GPA?
…my class rank?
…my class size?
…my ACT score?
…the school’s address?
…a CEEB Code?
…our graduation date?
…a college major?
…my social security number?
What Is…

16. SCHOLARSHIPS National/State/Local Scholarships
Search Engines ILP - Scholarship Tab
Sallymae.com
Fastweb.com
Scholarshipsearch.com
LouisvilleScholarships.com
Oldham County Community Scholars (OCCS)
Academic and Merit Based Scholarships
Applications found on College Websites
Meeting the criteria
Don’t miss deadlines

17. FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Apply online – starting October 1, 2017
PTSA FAFSA Assistance Workshop held on October 5, :00 – 8:00pm OCHS Media Center
Video: FAFSA Overview

18. Net Price Calculator
Every college website should have one!

19. COSTS ADD UP Room Board Transportation Personal Expenses Tuition Fees
Books
Supplies
Know what you are signing up for! College is a commitment. Be focused and be successful!

20. College Sports NCAA Eligibility Center NAIA Eligibility Center
*See Mrs. Steedly for any questions
*Request Official Transcript through Parchment

21. Senior Year Timeline

22. GRADUATION HONORS Summa Cum Laude/Valedictorian
4.14 Weighted GPA and 4 AP Courses
Magna Cum Laude
4.0 Weighted GPA and 2 AP Courses
Cum Laude
3.8 Weighted GPA
With Honors
3.7 GPA

23. LAST SENIOR MEETING
Usually scheduled sometime the last two weeks of the year
Request FINAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT
Requesting OFFICIAL JCTC TRANSCRIPT
AP Score Reporting
Details about Graduation Rehearsal
Details about Graduation Day
Graduation Video/Pictures
School Fee Balance
Final Graduation Requirements

24. Senior Scoop Takeaways:
Don’t forget to send ALL Official Transcripts through Parchment
Letters of Recommendation requests must be accompanied by a BRAG SHEET
APPLY NOW!!! Don’t wait for a test score.
Sign up for the ACT/SAT
Visit Campus!
Don’t miss out on Scholarship Opportunities; Watch Deadlines
FAFSA -- October 1st
GOOD LUCK! See your guidance counselor for assistance!