1. Preparing for College & The Real World What Recruiters Look For

2. The Benefits of Attending College 1.Employability

3. The Benefits of Attending College 1.Employability 2.Fulfilling a Personal Goal

4. The Benefits of Attending College 1.Employability 2.Fulfilling a Personal Goal 3.Education

5. The Benefits of Attending College 1.Employability 2.Fulfilling a Personal Goal 3.Education 4.Salary

6. MORE EDUCATION can equal MORE INCOME

7. In Accounting the Getting is Especially Good! Upper-level Salaries:

8. Plan now?! We have plenty of time.

9. If you haven’t started preparing, it’s not too late! Is College Calling You?

10. English 4 years Mathematics 3 years (e.g. Algebra, Algebra II, Pre-Cal, Calculus) Natural Science 3 years (with lab experience) Social Science3 years Foreign Language 2 years (same language) Other-visual arts, music, theatre, drama, computer science, etc. Recommended College Prep Courses

11. In Addition… Learn keyboarding Learn to take good notes Learn to correct/ revise written work Develop test-taking skills Develop a daily homework schedule READ Talk with family and friends about career plans (& find opportunities)

12. Do’s and Don’ts Throughout High School

13. When you’re a freshman and sophomore: DO: Make a plan DO: Get involved DO: Take the PSAT DON’T: Freak out if you don’t do so well on the PSAT!

14. When you’re a junior: DO: Make friends with your guidance counselor. DO: Pick 10 potential colleges. DO: Take the SAT or ACT – maybe both. DON’T: Forget to set your alarm.

15. When you’re a senior: DO: Get organized. DO: Submit your FAFSA. DO: Send out those applications. DO: Expect good news. DON’T: Stalk the postal carrier.

16. The Admission Process Grade Point Average (GPA) - Unweighted and Weighted Class Rank SAT/ACT Scores Recommendations Activities/Awards Personal Essays Interviews

17. How College Applications Are Reviewed Instructions were followed No typos or spelling errors Authentic essays Sincere interest in the institution Extracurricular involvement Explanation about poor grades Indication the student can be an asset Challenge themselves academically

18. Can’t wait for COLLEGE? DON’T! College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Advanced Placement (AP) Learn and Earn Online Academy of Finance (AOF)

19. More Ways to Get Ahead of the Pack Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Business Professionals of America (BPA) DECA

20. Community College – a great choice! Want to save your money? Consider Tennessee Promise! Smaller class sizes Great for work + life balance Professors that aren’t just professors Don’t have a 4.0? Stay home and SAVE EVEN MORE!

21. Interested? Check out these tips: Meet with an advisor! Make sure your credits transfer Check those grade requirements Is your community college preferred? Get Involved

22. Questions?