ROADMAP TO THE FUTURE

ROADMAP TO THE FUTURE

Counselors

A-Cl Linda PackmanCo-Gray Stephanie IsaacsGreen-K Brian DrnecL-Og Lindsay BeilOl-Sh Jill SnyderSi-Z Veronica Valentine

Student Services (Cont)Registrar: Emily MandileRegistrar: Robin ProcidaData Clerk: Marian BoringSecretary: Ms. Charlie Engelkemier

POST HIGH SCHOOL PLANSFOUR YEAR COLLEGETWO- YEAR COLLEGE FOUR YEAR COLLEGETWO- YEAR COLLEGE CERTIFICATIONMILITARYVOCATIONAL SCHOOLSAPPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMSWORK

FOUR YEAR COLLEGEApplications are due between November 1 and March 1.Colleges require transcripts, GPA, SAT scores, teacher

recommendations.Students must complete the Red and Green folders to

obtain transcripts and recommendations.Most colleges require a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and 1400 on

SAT’s. Students earn a Bachelors of Art or Science at a four year

school.

HOW TO APPLY TO FOUR YEAR SCHOOL1. Complete Application online for the school you wish to

apply.2. Complete the red and green folder process.3. Have your SAT/ACT scores sent directly to the college.

ADMISSION GAME

RULES OF THE GAMEReview high school transcripts of all students

and identify the candidates you wish to grant admission.

PROCESSING QUESTIONSWho did you admit (what numbers)?What factors did you consider?What issues/challenges did your group

encounter?What lessons did you learn from this game?

MORAL OF THE GAMEIt is highly competitive to gain admission to

college.Colleges have different levels of selectivity.Variables beyond your control are factored

into the admission process.Be sure to be realistic and open minded when

applying.

Process in RHS Counseling Office

Transcripts and letter of recommendationComplete waiver of rights to receive red and green folders

In Red folders:Complete transcript release form listing all colleges to which

you are applying Complete counselor input form Include $4 dollars for each transcript and an envelope

addressed to each of your colleges (except common app schools)

Include a resumeBe AWARE of DEADLINES!

TEACHER RECOMMENDATIONSIn Green folders:Write the teacher a letter requesting recommendationComplete teacher input form listing all the colleges to which you

are applyingAnswer the four questions on the teacher form Include a stamped addressed envelope for each college you are

applying Be AWARE of DEADLINES!

WRITE A THANK YOU NOTE! WRITE A THANK YOU NOTE! WRITE A THANK YOU NOTE!

LOCAL COLLEGE PROFILESAS REPORTED FOR CLASS OF 2011

University of Maryland, College Park 25,500 applications for a class of 3,975 Average SAT: 1250-1400 (CR and Math) GPA: 4.05 weighted Priority Deadline for Admission: November 1

Towson University 15704 applicants and 8900 students were admitted Average SAT: 1560-1770 on all three parts (middle 50%) Average GPA: 3.53 Application and Scholarship Deadline: December 2

Stevenson University Average SAT: 1380-1710 (middle 50%) ACT average: 22 GPA: 3.3 unweighted Admission: Rolling

LOCAL COLLEGE PROFILESSalisbury UniversityApproximately 8,000 applications received and 4,000 students were admittedAverage GPA: 3.7 Average SAT: 1720Admission Deadline: December 1- Early Action

Frostburg University5,000 applicants with a 58% admission rateAverage SAT: 1010 on verbal and math (SAT preferred school)Average GPA: 3.2Admission: Rolling Admission

UMBC8,000 applicants received in 2011 and anticipate admitting 60% of applicantsAverage SAT: 1200 (CR and math) or 1800 on all three partsAverage GPA: 3.6Admission: Early Action November 1

Two- Year SchoolTransfer options

Howard Community College or CCBC (Community College of Baltimore County)

Earn AA degree and then transfer to Four year college as a junior. Students go for two years at HCC and then

finish junior and senior year at four year school.

Two- Year SchoolCertification Programs

HCC or CCBC offer associate degrees, certificates, letters of recognition and professional certificates in dozens of fields of study.

Examples:EMT, Pharmacy Technician, Massage Therapy, Hospitality

and Culinary Management, Nursing, Vet Tech, Dental Hygienist, Paralegal, Television and Radio, Respiratory Therapist.

PICTIONARY RHS STYLEIn groups of 5, draw or symbolize 3-5 benefits

of attending HCC.

MILITARYArmed ForcesCoast GuardMarinesAir ForceNavyhttp://www.military.com/

Talk to a military recruiter to learn about process.

VOCATIONAL SCHOOLSSchools that provide hands on training for the career field you wish to pursue.

Associated Builders and ContractorsBaltimore Studio of Hair DesignBroadcasting Institute of MarylandSheffield Institute of Recording ArtsLincoln Technical SchoolVon Lee

HOW TO APPLY TO VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS1. Visit the schools website and check the admissions

page.2. Take a tour of the school.3. Complete financial aid information.

WHAT IS AN APPRENTICESHIP

Apprenticeship is a combination of on-the-job training (OJT) and related classroom instruction under the supervision of a journey-level craft person.

Will being an Apprentice help me earn more money? Yes. Apprentices are guaranteed periodic pay increases throughout their Apprenticeships, provided they successfully complete program requirements.

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMSBaltimore Carpentry Apprenticeship Iron WorkersPlumbers and SteamfittersElectricians Joint ApprenticeshipAssociated Builders and Contractorshttp://www.dllr.state.md.us/labor/appr.htmlhttp://www.ccbcmd.edu/ceed/apprenticeship_faq.html