1. College Student v/s Mom Dear Mom, $chool is really great. I am making lot$ of friend$ and $tudying very hard. With all my $tuff, I $imply can’t think of anything I need. $o if you would like, you can ju$t $end me a card a$ I would love to hear from you. Love, your $on. Dear Son, I kNOw that astroNOmy, ecoNOmics, and oceaNOgraphy are eNOugh to keep even an hoNOr student busy. Do NOt forget that the pursuit of kNOwledge is a NOble task, and you can never study eNOugh. Love, Mom

2. Introduction Pam Scott – Senior Counselor pscott@bcbe.org 251-928-4495 Ext. 4 Stephanie Lee – IB Counselor slee3@bcbe.org 251-928-4495 Ext. 2

3. Early Graduation – Summer 2014 This year, early graduates will exit June/July 2014. This is NOT a good idea for those seeking scholarships. Must pass pre-test and post-test in each required subject. Exams will be ready in June so be watching the website for exact dates.

4. ACT - SAT - GPA ACT - Apply online at www.actstudent.orgwww.actstudent.org ACT with writing – should take at least once Fairhope High School CEEB Code is 011-060 SAT – Apply online at www.sat.collegeboard.orgwww.sat.collegeboard.org GPA – weighted vs. unweighted

5. College Applications When to apply for college…this fall! How to apply… Online Paper Application Common Application www.commonapp.org

6. College Applications What to know… Deadlines Admission Requirements Transcripts - Sign up - Time to process

7. Financial Aid Completing the FAFSA www.fafsa.ed.govwww.fafsa.ed.gov Free Application for Federal Student Aid Most college financial aid, of any type, requires the FAFSA. Start working on the FAFSA in December of your child’s senior year, and submit it as soon after January 1 st as possible.

8. Scholarships College/University Scholarships Automatic programs - some schools require “scholarship” applications in addition to the college application Leadership Departmental Nominations

9. Other Types of Scholarships Community scholarships More common in the Spring Military scholarships Athletic scholarships NCAA Eligibility www.eligibilitycenter.org

10. Scholarships How students/parents get information… Monthly senior bulletins!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - Student AND Parent emails Scholarship drawer – in Guidance Office College recruiters – take list of questions College visits – acobb@bcbe.orgacobb@bcbe.org

11. Recommendation Letters Teacher Community Member Counselor Resume (any format, but VERY detailed) Parent questionnaire (available in Guidance office and on school website) Recommendation forms Must be downloaded and brought to me

12. Beyond the Application Social Networking Sites - Facebook/My Space Email addresses QUESTIONS?