1. Welcome Clearview Parents to: College Admissions Night 2015-2016

2. High School Guidance Counselors Mr. Dodd Terry, Director of Guidance Mrs. Jennine Donnelly (A – Dan) Mr. Paul Sommers (Dar – He) Mr. Rocco Cornacchia (Hi – Me) Dr. Zalphia Wilson-Hill (Mi – Sa) Ms. Lisa Marandola (Sc – Z) Dr. Steve Moraca (Grade 9)

3. Relationships You and your School Counselor You and College Admissions reps You and Financial Aid officers You and your child –Be intentional –Eyes Wide Open

4. Tonight’s Agenda Factors that influence college admissions Types of admissions plans Processing the college application Naviance Applying to Rutgers, RCGC, trade/technical schools- different process Instant Decision Days Scholarships and Financial Aid Additional reminders and important dates

5. Your Game Plan is Critical Safety Schools Target Schools Reach Schools Number of schools to apply to

6. Factors Influencing Admissions Decisions Major Factors –Rigor of Academic Program –Sixth Semester GPA/Rank –SAT/ACT Scores Other Factors –Co-curricular involvement –Letters of Recommendation –Essay/Interview if required –Senior Year Grades

7. Early Action (non- binding) Early Decision (binding) Rolling (reviewed when received) Regular Types of Admission Plans

8. Important Dates! October 15 th Recommendation Letters: Teacher requests complete by this day November 1 st Common Early Action/Decision deadline November 26 th Thanksgiving: All applications completed by this date January 1 st FAFSA Available: Fill out Federal Student Aid Application April 1 st Decision Notifications Received (Regular Admission) May 1 st Enrollment Deadline: All students must decide on college choice

9. Processing the 4-year college application Student  Request letters of rec in person AND on Naviance  Complete & send application  Complete FERPA waiver on Common App, if applicable  Request transcripts through Naviance  Communicate deadlines  Provide to counselor any supplements Counselor  Send transcripts, school report, and letters of recommendation

10. Naviance Naviance …request transcripts/letters of recommendation …college representative visits …scholarships …college search engine

16. Applying to Rutgers Apply on-line Application deadline: December 1 No transcripts or recommendations SRAR – Student Reported Academic Record Request an “unofficial transcript” from your counselor

17. Applying to Rowan College at Gloucester County Students attend the Priority Admissions Program information session on: Wednesday, December 1 st @ 8:00am Students will take the Accuplacer test Score of 500 or above on SAT Math/CR = exemption REGISTER!!! NJ STARS program Dual Enrollment agreements

18. Local County College Programs 1-2 Year Programs leading to professional licensure Fields with high demand for positions/short supply of workers See handout for additional information Two-Year Vocational/ Trade Schools

19. Admissions counselors conduct a brief interview and offer admission to the college on the spot Students must complete the entire application process prior to the interview, including: –Complete application, send SAT/ACT scores, request transcripts, etc. –Sign up for the IDD on Naviance! Some schools even offer scholarships during the interview! Instant Decision Days (IDDs)

20. The following schools are participating in IDDs at Clearview this fall: –Moravian College, Centenary College, University of New Haven, West Chester University, Widener University, Seton Hall University, Neumann University, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Stockton University, Kean University, Montclair State University, Monmouth University, Arcadia University & Rider University (confirmed)

21. Scholarships College- based Community- based Scholarship bulletin

22. Monthly Scholarship Bulletin

23. Financial Aid  After January 1, 2016 at: www.fafsa.ed.gov www.fafsa.ed.gov  Financial Aid Night at Clearview: Thursday, December 10 th 7:00 pm in the Theatre  Contact the financial aid office of a specific college

24. Final Reminders Keep an eye on senior year grades Re-visit colleges (in March/April) Check out Clearview’s Web-site/Naviance for up- to-date college information –Go to: www.clearviewregional.edu – “Guidance”www.clearviewregional.edu Allow 2 weeks to process transcripts If playing a D-I or D-II sport, register with NCAA Clearinghouse, www.ncaa.org/student- athletes/future/eligibility-centerwww.ncaa.org/student- athletes/future/eligibility-center

25. Final Reminders (cont’d) Upcoming Dates: - October 15 th – College Fair (over 125 colleges) in the RCGC Phys. Education Center – 6–8 pm - October 24 th - ACT - November 7 th - SAT/SAT Subject Tests - December 5 th - SAT/SAT Subject Tests

26. Questions? Concerns? Mr. TerryMrs. Donnelly Ms. Marandola Dr. Wilson-Hill Mr. Cornacchia Mr. Sommers ASK A COUNSELOR!