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500,000 Minutes Princeton High School Guidance Department Brian Church (A-L) Debra Dullard (M-Z) Elena Hilmes - Registrar
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Work Military Trades Apprentice programs Proprietary schools College
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Recognize strengths and weaknesses Analyze interests and values Achieve a personal goal Increase earning power Prepare for a career and expand learning Participate in extracurricular activities and social life Consider influence of family and friends
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Fitting The Pieces Together Person…. Where do I fit? Program…. What will I study? People…. Who will I meet? Place…. Where am I going? Price…. How much will it cost?
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#1 The Person….Where Do I Fit? My grade point average is… My class rank is… My ACT score is… My high school course of study is… My profile vs. the profile at choice schools…
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#2 The Program-What Will I Study? Factors to Consider Favorite classes Work experiences Leisure activities School activities Dream careers People admired
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#3 People - Who Will I Meet? Visit the campus… Plan the trip… Parents should accompany… Take the campus tour… Meet a department professor… Ask questions… Trust your instincts…
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#4 The Place-Where Am I Going? Distance from home Residential life Campus setting Campus size Campus safety/security Health services Sororities/fraternities Study abroad programs
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#5 The Price - How Much Will It Cost? Discuss the cost of attendance as a family Community college & state university vs. private school costs COA ( Cost of Attendance ) - EFC (Expected Family Contribution) - EFC (Expected Family Contribution) Financial Need Financial Need
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Analyze Your Results I Fit… I clearly meet admission criteria I clearly meet admission criteria Offers selected major of study Offers selected major of study Affordable Affordable I Fit If… Questionable criteria for admission Questionable criteria for admission Offers selected major of study Offers selected major of study Financial need package is important Financial need package is important I Want To Give A Try… Admission criteria clearly questionable or very competitive Admission criteria clearly questionable or very competitive Financial aid is a must Financial aid is a must
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English4 Years Mathematics (Algebra 1 and above)3 Years Social Studies3 Years Science3 Years Foreign Language (same language)2 Years Colleges may also require additional courses in: Mathematics Science Fine and Performing Arts Computer Science
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2007 ACT NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATING CLASS REPORT
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The Application Process Online applications are typically preferred and can be found under “Prospective Students” on the college website. Use www.phs-il.org – click on the Guidance link and log on to PrepHQ for a comprehensive list colleges and universities. www.phs-il.org A very limited number of paper applications are in the Guidance Office. Application fee waivers are available.
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When Do I Apply For College? The month of October is considered “Application Month”. Apply to your top 3-5 choices. P.H.S. Application Mania Night Many schools have priority filing deadlines.
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Application Deadlines University of Illinois @Chicago - No Priority Deadline - January 15 – Application Period Deadline @Springfield - September 1 - March 15 - Application Period Deadline - After March 15, applications will be considered as space permits @Urbana/Champaign - September 1 - Nov.1 - Priority Filing Period (postmark deadline) January 2 – Application Period Deadline Illinois State University September 1 - November 15 - Priority Filing Deadline March 1 – Application Period Deadline Western Illinois University To guarantee consideration apply by May 15
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What is a Transcript? A complete record of your grades, rank in class and credits. (through the 6 th semester) Your highest ACT composite score will be included on the transcript. Upon student's request, the Guidance Office will mail the transcript and a school profile sheet or email a PDF transcript.
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The Personal Resume Your list of academic, athletic, and community activities. Study examples Make several copies Begin immediately
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The Personal Statement Offers information not found on the application. Explain what you can offer the school. Write it yourself. Have it proofread.
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The Teacher Recommendation Best to write out a request. Share where you are going. Include addressed envelope and stamp. Share what you want in the recommendation. Share with the author the common link between the school and yourself. Give the teacher a deadline.
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IVCC Applicants Complete the admission application in the fall. Visit www.ivcc.edu for more information. www.ivcc.edu IVCC Tuition Guarantee Notice of Intent Form - Check your eligibility
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IVCC Placement Testing All first-time, full-time students must take placement tests at IVCC in English and Math (Accuplacer) The following ACT sub-scores will exempt you from the IVCC placement testing: Math - 24 Math - 24 English - 22 English - 22 Reading - 23 Reading - 23
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An Overview of Financial Aid Apply for your PIN number at : www.pin.ed.gov www.pin.ed.gov File the FAFSA as soon as possible after January 1, 2010 at www.fafsa.ed.gov www.fafsa.ed.gov Use a FAFSA worksheet to help complete the filing process.
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Financial Need Calculation The Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is determined by completing the FAFSA. Outside scholarships and awards are then added to expected family contribution which then decreases the financial aid package offered by the university. Finally, the student’s financial aid package is determined.
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The Student Aid Report (SAR) The Student Aid Report (SAR) Will receive in mail 2-3 weeks after filing Will receive in mail 2-3 weeks after filing Make any necessary corrections Pay attention to EFC (Expected Family Contribution)
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NO! “Financial Need” is determined using the cost of attendance at individual institutions. Is “Financial Need” the same at all institutions? College “A” COA $18,000 EFC - 5,000 College “B” COA $8,500 EFC - 5,000 FINANCIAL NEED $13,000 FINANCIAL NEED $3,500
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Scholarships Register at www.fastweb.com www.fastweb.com Check PrepHQ for a complete listing of local scholarships – Wal-Mart, Princeton Memorial Scholarship, Princeton Rotary. Check PrepHQ daily for announcements
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Prairie State Achievement Examination (PSAE) Day 1 – Wed., April 22 - ACT Plus Writing Day 2 - Thursday, April 23 ISBE Science Test ISBE Science Test Reading for Information (WorkKeys) Reading for Information (WorkKeys) Applied Math (WorkKeys) Applied Math (WorkKeys) PSAE pre-registration will be completed PSAE pre-registration will be completed at PHS during Block 4 on Friday, April 17.
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Should I Retake The ACT? Next test: April 4 and June 13, 2009 PHS School Code: 143-560 PHS Test Center Code: 163030 ACT No Writing - $31 (2009 fee) ACT Plus Writing - $46 (2009 fee) The ACT is given at PHS in October and February (National Test Date). and February (National Test Date).
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Become familiar with the ACT test content and format. Review your PLAN ® results to identify academic weaknesses. Learn appropriate test-taking strategies Use ACT Online Prep TM – ACT’s test preparation program. Review The Real ACT Prep Guide – the official test prep book – available for purchase at www.act.org. Visit the ACT at www.actstudent.org - take the ACT free practice tests. www.actstudent.org
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What’s Next for You? What’s Next for You? Encourage the completion of college applications in October and November Take college visits – Spring Break 2009 Complete FAFSA after January 1, 2010 After the final school selection is made, contact schools not chosen. Be organized and meet all deadlines!!!!!
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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 the deadlines Apply for financial aid as early as possible
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Take Responsibility!!! Stay Positive!!! Utilize PREPHQ!!!.
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