1. Journey to Success Presented by: Rockville High School Counseling Department

2. Tonight we will learn about: Post-Secondary Options Factors to consider in your research Factors involved in admission decisions Naviance Other –Financial Aid, scholarships, NCAA eligibility

3. Options College –4 year college/university –2 year college Career/Technical School Military Employment

4. 4 Year Schools Public Private Specialized –Business Schools –Art Colleges –Music Colleges

5. 2 Year Schools Prepare students: –associate’s degree –transfer to 4 year college Lower cost Open Admissions

6. Technical Schools Lincoln Technical Institute, Porter & Chester Institute, Universal Technical Institute –Concentrated job training –HVAC, Auto Mechanics, Cosmetology –Certification programs (12-18 months)

7. Where to start? Self Assessment –Academically, socially, & personally Strengths / Weaknesses Interests Skills Special talents

8. Things to Consider 4 year vs. 2 year Size Location Campus culture Athletics/activities Majors Cost Special Programs Dorm life

9. Types of Admission Early Decision –Students who have a clear first choice –Binding Contract Early Action –Apply early, but do not have a binding contract –May apply to multiple schools Regular Decision Rolling Admissions ***Important Note: Watch the deadlines***

10. What to do: Naviance –College Search –Inventories Visit schools’ websites Attend Open Houses/Tours Speak to college students Develop initial list of schools

11. What to do: Conference with School Counselor Strong senior class schedule Identify teachers for recommendation letters Complete resume

12. Naviance www.connection.naviance.com/rockvillect

13. College Search

14. Do What You Are

15. Web Sites Informational links to college, financial aid, and career assistance –School website: www.vernonpublicschools.org –Always check the privacy policy

16. Financial - Costs Direct Costs –Tuition –Fees –Room/board Indirect Costs –Room/board Off Campus –Travel –Personal costs –Books/supplies

17. Financial Aid Gift Assistance –Grants –Scholarships - –Local awards ($353,000 plus) Self-Help –Loans –Work study Financial Aid Evening – Nov./Dec.

18. NCAA Freshman-Eligibility Standards Division 1 - 16 core courses 4 years of English 3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher) 2 years of natural/physical science (one must be a lab science) 1 year of additional English, math or science 2 years of social studies 4 years of additional core courses (from any area listed above, or from foreign language, non-doctrinal religion or philosophy)

19. Conclusion Plan Organize Communicate Mrs. Zeldner & Ms. Edwards

20. What Colleges Are Looking For Transcript –GPA, Courses, Grades Test Scores – SAT I and/or II, ACT Essay Resume Extracurricular Activities Letters of Recommendations