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CLASS of 2018
WelcomeSlide2
College Choice is a
Process
The
college search is a series of steps in which each builds on the previous one.
Take your time and carefully complete each step before moving on to the next.There is a school for everyone, so remember: Slide3
College
is a match to be made, not a prize to be won….
The Guiding Principle
….Slide4
Easing the fear & anxiety Slide5
MYTHSSlide6
RANKINGS:
Are not all they are cracked up to be & can be
Hurtful as well as Helpful Slide7
TruthsSlide8
Bottom Line:
Find schools that are a GOOD FIT for
Your
student
!!Slide9Slide10Slide11Slide12Slide13Slide14
Researching Colleges
Factors to ConsiderSlide15
Factors in Admission Decisions
YOUR FACTORS
Public/Private
Instate/Out of State
Distance From HomeSizeSpecial ProgramsCity/Suburban/RuralMajors OfferedDiversityCost
The COLLEGE FactorsCourse SelectionGrades SAT/ACT ScoresRequired EssaysExtracurricular ActivitiesLeadershipRequired RecommendationsSlide16
College
Search and Compare Tips
Choosing a College
How do I narrow my search from 4,000 options?
NAVIANCESlide17Slide18Slide19
Where to Start
Search schools
on Naviance using criteria you think is important to you
ADD schools
you are interested in exploring to your COLLEGES I AM THINKING ABOUT listSlide20
**Please note:
These are MOVING TARGETS: SAT/ACT and GPA ranges change from year to year, usually moving up and out.
Reach Schools – some schools are a “reach” for anyone (think: IVY League.Slide21
Scattergram
Access with Bar Graph or on College’s “Thinking About” page
Are you in the LIKELY, TARGET or REACH area?
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Standardized Tests
ACT + Writing
ACTstudent.org
February 28: ALL Juniors @ CCHS – requiredSAT: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat
SAT Subject Tests: 39 selective schools require subject tests – read application requirements carefully. Slide23
Standardized Tests
Free Online Test Prep:
SAT:
https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/
& Khan Academy
ACT: http://www.actstudent.org/sampletest/All colleges require scores be sent directly from ACT or CollegeBoard to the collegesSlide24
Test Dates
SAT
December 3, 2016**
January 28, 2017 **
March 11, 2017 **May 6, 2017 **June Fall, Senior Year**@CCHSACT
December 10, 2016February 11, 2017February 28, 2017 @ CCHSApril 8, 2017June 10, 2017Fall, Senior YearSlide25
Registering for the tests
ACT
:
ACTstudent.org
SAT: collegeboard.orgPhoto ID required ON Admission TICKETNo standby testing: Register by deadlines!
Can send scores to 4 colleges for free with each time you take the testSending scores after testing costs money – remember: all scores must be sent directly to colleges from testing agencyPractice tests help improve scores.Slide26
Visit Colleges
Visit the College
Representative Visits @ CCHS
Go to Admission web page
Sign up on each colleges website to take office tour of the campusSign up for Open House
Sign up to meet with Representatives at CCHS on Naviance 12 hours in advance – Print off Pass for teacher.Attend Spring NACAC College FairSlide27
What to Look for; What to Ask
The people, the campus – can you see yourself
happily living; are the current students active,
happy – what do they do on weekends?Living Learning Communities? Greek Life?Honors Programs; Tutoring CentersCareer Centers for exploration; availability of internships; Percentage of freshmen who return for sophomore year (retention rate)Slide28
To ask Out of State Colleges
Are non-resident applicants reviewed differently than resident applicants?
What circumstances may waive out of state tuition?Residency requirementsAny benefits for legacies?Slide29
Narrow your college list down
Based on your objective criteria (SAT, ACT, GPA) &
Based on your college visits and research:
Narrow your College List DownSlide30
Terminology
Types of Applications:
Early Decision (Binding)
;E
arly Action; Regular Decision; Rolling AdmissionDeadlines: Early Decision, Early Action, Regular.Scholarship Deadlines; Scholarship ApplicationsSupplemental Forms:Required or optionalScores from Testing Agency (College Board, ACT)
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De-mystifying Some Common Stressors
Transcripts
:
Must be requested on Naviance; transcript fee required before transcript will be sent No transcripts will be sent until
1 week after Labor Day. Requesting Required Letters of Recommendation:Students and Parents Insight Questionnaires must be completed no later than 3/1/17Teacher recommendations:
if required by colleges, students must ask the teacher In Person.complete the
Teacher Questionnaire
on ABOUT ME
tab
go
to COLLEGES I AM APPLYING TO and add teacher request under
Teachers need
3 weeks notice
prior to deadline!Slide33
De-mystifying Some Common Stressors
Deadlines:
Teachers & Counselors need 3 weeks notice for letters of recommendation
Registrar needs 1 week for
transcriptsApplications for colleges have various deadlines – check their websites
Scholarships have specific deadlines – read directions carefullyCosts:$20.00 Transcript Fee - all seniors must pay by Labor Day - via Online store2. College Application fees are required at time application is submitted online.Slide34
Paying for College
Yup,
Money doesn’t grow on trees
And
No one is just going to give it to youSlide35
Scholarships
Scholarships = Free Money
Most scholarships come directly from colleges
Check college website financial aid/scholarship page
DEADLINES are important – Priority deadlines for scholarships; check college websites.
Requires WORK: Search & Apply:CCHS website: Counseling link under Departments has a Financial Aid section with resourcesInternet Searches: www.Fastweb.comwww.cfnc.orgwww.meritaid.comwww.collegeboard.comSlide36
Package consists of
Scholarships and Grants (from colleges)
Loans
Work Study
Requires application by parent and student
AVOID SCAMS: NEVER PAY for Scholarship Search or Applications Financial AidSlide37
Applying for Fin Aid
*Net Price Calculators are available on every college financial aid website
*Davidson College’s Financial Aid Presentation to CCHS is available
on website, Departments: Counseling, “Financial Aid” link.
**FAFSA will be changing dates for submission – look for more info next yearSlide38
To Do Tonight:
1. Finish updating Profile with correct phone and
cell phone numbers for you and students.
Students:
Schedule Appointment
with counselorResume: Keep updating itSurveys: Student Insight Questionnaire: DUE: MARCH 1
stParent Insight Questionnaire: DUE: MARCH 1st
To Start Doing:Slide39
Register: for SAT &/or ACT
Prepare: Use Free online test prep
Do NOW:Slide40
And of Course
You Need to:
Sign up on
Naviance to meet reps visiting CCHS
Plan College Day (3) Visits – see Ms. Ryan
Keep your grades upDo your bestBalance Work & FunSlide41
Web Site Resources
CFNC.ORG
: Access to all NC college web sites, applications, scholarship searches, etc.
Do 1 application; it pre-fills in all other NC apps with same information
CommonApp.Org: 1 common application for hundreds of colleges with additional supplemental forms for each schoolCoalitionforcollegeaccess.org: 90 schools providing another common application option. .coalition
forcollegeaccess.org/Get important updates from Counselors on Twitter: @HeadToCollegeSlide42
ESSAYS – Required??
Common Application Schools and many other schools do require an essay. They will often give you several topics to choose from. Here are the Common Application essay choices for the Fall 2017 Applications (go to commonapp.org for specific directions): Slide43
2016-2017 Essay Prompts
-
will change in July of 2017 for seniors
1. Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.
2. The lessons we take from failure can be fundamental to later success. Recount an incident or time when you experienced failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?3. Reflect on a time when you challenged a belief or idea. What prompted you to act? Would you make the same decision again?
4. Describe a problem you've solved or a problem you'd like to solve. It can be an intellectual challenge, a research query, an ethical dilemma - anything that is of personal importance, no matter the scale. Explain its significance to you and what steps you took or could be taken to identify a solution.
5. Discuss an accomplishment or event, formal or informal, that marked your transition from childhood to adulthood within your culture, community, or family.
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The road may seem
long and winding
But,
Take it one step at a time,Follow the road map we have laid out to help you
Discover your destination. Don’t be afraid to Ask for directions and help.We haven’t lost anyone yet and. . .Slide45
Follow your own Road to find
Your
College
Match