For a Parent’s Perspective

  Big decision in student’s life   Stress in all types of ways ◦  “Over-research”-getting in the way of academics ◦  “Shut-down”-not doing anything ◦  “Do it myself”-no communication with family ◦  “Procrastinating”-waiting until the last minute

  Managing Stress ◦ Communication with guidance counselor ◦ Set timeline, meet goals

  Difficult Conversations ◦ What if you don’t get into your top schools ◦ Are you ready for college? Gap year? ◦ What if financial aid doesn’t cover enough of my college

cost?

Important Time Periods Sept-Dec: College research/applications

Oct 1: CSS Profile starts

Nov 1-15: Early Application Season

Jan 1-March: Regular Application Season Jan 1: FAFSA, CSS Profile

April 1: Acceptance/Waitlist/Rejection

April 15: Financial Aid Packets

May 1: Deposit to college attending

  Transcript   GPA (1st qtr, mid-year, and final grades)   Essay/Personal Statement   Recommendations   Standardized Testing   Extracurricular Activities   What does the student have to offer?

Guidance/School Student Parent

 April 1st-National Decision Day for Colleges ◦ One month to decide between accepted colleges ◦ Comparing financial packages from accepted

colleges  Waitlist: What can be done? ◦ Don’t count on getting in ◦ Letter of strong intention ◦ If accepted, be aware of little financial aid

 May 1st: Deposit to college with intention to attend

 Locate Important Documents ◦ Social Security Card ◦ Passport/Birth Certificate ◦ Tax Records FOR STUDENT

 Get a State Photo ID  Name should match all official documents

All potential Division 1 or 2 athletes must register with the eligibility center at:

www.eligibilitycenter.org/

Talk to your coach!!

Thank you! CRLS Guidance