1. Planning
college
for

2. Options after
high school
Work
Military
Technical programs
College

3. Senior Interviews Between September 22nd and 26th
You will be given an appointment and you are expected to keep it. Early dismissal and senior privileges are NOT a reason to miss.
No passes will be sent for you. Senior interviews are in the library mini lab.
Appointment times will be posted in your English classroom.

4. Let’s focus on
college
Remember— decision making is a process, not an event.

5. Take responsibility for your future

6. 1 STEP Know yourself and your reasons for attending college
Recognize your strengths and weaknesses
Analyze your interests and values
Achieve a personal goal
Increase your earning power
Prepare for a career
Participate in extracurricular activities and social life
Consider the influence of family and friends

7. ACT test preparation
The best preparation is a solid high school curriculum
Become familiar with the ACT® test content and format
Review your PLAN® results to identify academic weaknesses
Learn appropriate test-taking strategies
Review The Real ACT Prep Guide—with CD—the official test prep book
Take ACT’s free practice test
See your counselor for other test preparation materials
Hand out Ohio Means Job website
Visit the ACT website at

8. Remember
Test scores are only one factor used for college admission and scholarship decisions.

9. If you are going to LCCC or TRI-C you should still take an ACT
Test Date
Registration Deadline
(Late Fee Required)
October 25, 2014
September 19, 2014
September 20–October 3, 2014
December 13, 2014
November 7, 2014
November 8–21, 2014
February 7, 2015*
January 9, 2015
January 10–16, 2015
April 18, 2015
March 13, 2015
March 14–27, 2015
June 13, 2015
May 8, 2015
May 9–22, 2015

10. Every campus has a personality

11. 2 Consider college characteristics STEP
Majors and educational programs
Type of school and degrees offered
Admission policy
Location and size
Costs and financial aid
College affiliation and accreditation
Campus activities
Support services

12. 3 List, compare, and visit colleges STEP
Compile information from several resources:
Internet/Websites
College catalogs, viewbooks, videos, and computer-based services (DISCOVER®)
College representatives and college fairs
Counselors and teachers
Parents, students, and alumni
Directories and ACT score report

13. College Visit procedures
You get three visits this year!
Make an appointment with a college admissions
Go to guidance at least 3 days before your visit and get the school excused college visit form. It will need parent, teacher and counselor signature.
Turn the top sheet into Mrs. Musci at least the day before your visit.
At your college visit have the admissions counselor sign it and stamp it with college seal. Complete the survey.
Submit the completed, signed and sealed form to attendance on the day you return.
Test Wednesday Oct 15: College Visit /Job Shadow

14. Plan your visit Prepare a college comparison checklist
Weigh advantages and disadvantages
Contact the office of admission
Schedule appointments for your campus visits

15. Checklist for a campus visit
Checklist for a campus visit
Meet with an admission counselor
Verify admission requirements
Determine actual college costs
Ask about financial aid opportunities
Take a campus tour
Investigate your academic program(s)
Attend a class
Talk with students and faculty

16. Discuss your chances for success
 Admission
 Graduation
 Placement

17. 4 Apply for admission and meet all deadlines STEP Narrow your choices
Review college admission test requirements (including the optional Writing Test)
Electronically send results
Know application fees and deadlines
Submit application materials (paper/electronic)
Application for admission
High school transcript
Recommendations
Admission test results
Know scholarship requirements

18. The application process is a PROCESS!
Your goal should be to have all applications done before Thanksgiving – get those letters of recommendation
There is a $2.00 late fee for any applications processed after December 1
Allow 2 weeks for anything to be processed in the guidance office
Each time you submit an application to any college you need to come to guidance to request a transcript
Colleges want transcripts sent directly from the school
If the college you are applying to is requesting a secondary school report or a school counseling form – those items come to guidance the same time you come to request transcripts

19. Step 1 – Research college options Step 2- Apply to at least 2-3 colleges (follow application checklist – essays, letter or recommendations, ACT/SAT electronically) Step 3 – Request transcripts to be sent in guidance Step 4 – Research Scholarship opportunities at specific college websites, fastweb, parents’ work. Step 5 – Attend financial aid night on December 1 at 6pm Step 6 –Apply for financial aid Step 7 – Receive Award Letter from each college Step 8 – Make final decision on college

20. 5 STEP Develop a plan to pay for your education
Determine college costs
Investigate ALL possible resources
Parents
Savings
Summer earnings
Financial aid: scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study
Other sources
Secure necessary forms and note deadlines
Apply for financial aid as early as possible

21. Senior Scoop
Found on the Guidance webpage and posted in English Classes.
This is where you find all the scholarship and college information we have in guidance.
Please read them carefully and completely.
Allow 2 weeks for anything to be processed in the guidance office.

22. $
Don’t eliminate any college because of costs before receiving financial assistance information!
Remember …
check with college officials for the most current costs.

23. Financial Aid Night is December 1 at 6pm at the Board of Education
Financial Aid Night is December 1 at 6pm at the Board of Education. Plan on attending!

24. Estimated Expenses for a Year of College
Budget Item Average Annual Range
Tuition and fees $5,000 – 21,000*
Room and board $5,000 – 8,000*
Books and supplies $ – 1,700*
Transportation $ – 1,500*
Miscellaneous $1,200 – 2,700*
(laundry, entertainment, and recreation)
Total $12,400 – 34,900*
*These figures represent average tuition and fee costs for Midwestern states. Some schools will be lower in costs, while other schools will have higher costs. These figures should be used as a guide only. Students should check with the institution(s) in which they are interested to determine more specific costs.
Costs at Your College Choices
Budget Item 1st Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice
Name of College
—————— —————— ——————
Direct Costs
Tuition and fees —————— —————— ——————
Room and board —————— —————— ——————
Indirect Costs
Books and supplies —————— —————— ——————
Transportation —————— —————— ——————
(including car expenses)
Miscellaneous —————— —————— ——————
Totals —————— —————— ——————

25. 6 Review and finalize your plans STEP Show initiative and be assertive
Talk with your parents and counselor
Select a college that meets your needs and preferences
Follow up with colleges to which you have applied

26. College success factors
Test scores and high school grades are important. However, they measure ONLY PART of your POTENTIAL.

27. Additional success factors
Study habits
Motivation
Course selection
Placement
Interests
Commitment
Keep in mind Making sound decisions will lead to satisfying and successful experiences.

28. Check your schedules and your transcripts.
Do you have enough credits to graduate?
Do you have the correct credits to graduate?
Do you have enough credits to be eligible for your sports?
Do you have a demanding schedule?
Senior year is not a vacation!

29. Graduation requirements
4 credits English
1 credit World History
1 credit U.S. History
½ credit American Government
½ credit Economics
4 credits Mathematics (including Algebra 2)
3 credits Science
½ credit Health
½ credit Physical Education
½ credit Personal Finance**
1 credit Defined Elective*
5.5 credits Electives
22 credits
*Defined elective must include 1 credit of Business, Fine Arts, Foreign Language or a technology elective.
**Introduction to Business, Personal Finance, or Surviving On Your Own will fulfill this requirement.

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