JUNIOR YEAR: A TIME TO EXPLORE

POST HIGH SCHOOL PLANNING & OPTIONS

AGENDA

Reminders Post-High School Options Admissions Prepping Now

REMINDER # 1

22 total credits to GRADUATE! 4 credits English 3 credits Social St. 3 credits Math 3 credits Science 1.5credits Phy. Ed .5 credit Health

REMINDER # 2

Counselor Assignments Fox

Amy Olson (A – P) Sherry Lucille (Q – Z) Rock

Dan Maloney (A – P) Sherry Lucille (Q – Z) Wisconsin

Joe Hamel (A- P) Len Mormino (Q – Z) Wolf

Troy Arneson (A – P) Len Mormino (Q – Z) ELL

Ying Vang

~NAME THAT CAREER~

A person in this occupation: Needs a high school diploma Completes an apprenticeship Earns on average $71,000 per year Can get you out of a sticky situation…..

ELEVATOR INSTALLER AND REPAIRER

~NAME THAT CAREER~

A person in this occupation Needs a bachelor’s degree Can work odd hours Earns on average $27,000 per year May be a local celebrity….

TELEVISION OR RADIO ANNOUNCER

~NAME THAT CAREER~

A person in this occupation Needs a graduate degree Earns on average $42,000 per year Helps many people Can also coach cross country….

Social Worker

Why guess careers?

You need to choose a post-high school option because of what YOU want to do afterwards, not just because…..•Your girlfriend is going there•It looked cool•You look good in a uniform•Etc. Etc.

POST HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONS

WORK MILITARY

APPRENTICESHIPS

SPECIALTY SCHOOLS

TECHNICAL SCHOOLS

2 YEAR COLLEGES

4 YEAR COLLEGES

Which one is right for you? KNOW YOUR:

Strengths and Weaknesses

Interests and Values Life Goals Career Goals

Where will you be in 5 years? 10 years?

2017

2022

2027

Maybe you want to….

GO TO WORK: Earn $ right away Experience Low pay Limited

Opportunities Poor job security

and benefits

Maybe you want to….

DO AN APPRENTICESHIP:

Earn while you learn Good pay/benefits Little to no costs High earning potential

(remember the elevator operator?)

Limited career options

Maybe you want to….

JOIN THE MILITARY:

No tuition Many careers Earn while you

learn Travel Bound to enlisted

time Could be in war High risk

Maybe you want to….

GO TO A SPECIALTY SCHOOL:

Classes just in your area

Many are 2 years Usually small

classes Pay Tuition Limited to 1 career

field

Maybe you want to….

GO TO A TECH SCHOOL:

Many programs 2 years or less High income

potential Transfer to a 4 year Great job

placement Low tuition Some programs

have waiting lists

Maybe you want to….

GO TO A 2 YEAR COLLEGE:

Small classes Low Tuition Transfer to a 4 year

(guaranteed transfer options)

Not all have housing options

Maybe you want to….

GO TO A 4 YEAR COLLEGE:

2200+ Schools Many majors Highest paying

careers 4+ year commitment High tuition costs Not all majors lead to

careers

How will you decide?

JUNIOR YEAR IS THE TIME TO: THINK! ASK! LOOK AT WEBSITES! VISIT CAMPUSES!

What to consider?

Program/Career Area Favorite classes, hobbies, work

experience, dream careers, etc. Length of program

how much do you like school and how long will you be in school?

What to consider (cont’d)?

Admissions requirements Your GPA, test scores, extra-curricular

activities, service, etc. The other details

Location Size Housing Demographics Activities, athletics, etc.

What to consider (cont’d)? Cost will be an important factor Talk with parents NOW Examples:

MATC - $128 – 173/credit ▪ 12 credits is around $1500 (around $3000 for

tuition for 1 year) MIAD - $33,850/year UW Richland - $11,000/year* UW Platteville - $14,500/year* UW Madison - $24,500/year*

*includes tuition, room, & board

Admissions

ADD A STEP OR 2 WITH EACH LEVEL OF EDUCATION

Work Diploma

Military Diploma + ASVAB

Apprenticeship Diploma + Interview + Possible Exam + Possible Drug Test

Specialty School Diploma + GPA + Possible ACT + Possible Portfolio/Work Experience + Possible Interview

Technical School Diploma + Placement Exam

2 Year College Diploma + ACT/Placement Exam + GPA + Minimum Core Credits

4 Year College Diploma + GPA + ACT/SAT + Core Credits + Personal Statement + Possible Recommendations + Extra-curriculars

Turn and talk with small group

What post-secondary option is your first choice at this point and why? Example: I am hoping to go to a four

year college because I want to get a job in business.

Example: I want to go to a 2 year college because I want a job in photography

Admissions Examples (ON AVERAGE)

UW WHITEWATER

3.20 GPA 21 ACT 3 years Math,

Science, Social Studies

4 years English

UW MADISON

3.8 GPA 28 ACT 4 years Math,

Science, Social Studies, English

2 years minimum World Language

Holistic Review: An evaluation of the entire person

Colleges/Universities will look at many factors: Extra-curricular, Service, Work, Talents, Statement,

Letters of Rec, Leadership, Etc.

Example from UW Systems Admissions Process will Include:

an individual, holistic review of the applicant a review of academic and non-academic factors a consideration of the student's potential for

success a consideration of the student's ability to

contribute to the educational environment

Application Process

Apply next fall but can start prepping now: Build personal resume Brainstorm personal statement ideas▪ Example from UW Systems: Please tell us

about the particular life experiences, talents, commitments and/or interests you will bring to our specific campus that will enrich our community.

Ask teachers this spring for letters of rec if needed

Application Process (cont’d)

Send transcripts through Parchment.com Sign up at any time for your account

Application Process (cont’d)

Take ACT or SAT this spring All students will take ACT with

Writing in March Scores can count!

Register online for both tests See your counselor for a fee waiver if

needed (2 per test maximum) Most Memorial students take the ACT

and take it more than once

Test Dates

ACT Dates 2015-2016

Sept 12, 2015 Feb 6, 2016

Oct 24, 2015 April 9, 2016

Dec 12, 2015 June 11, 2016

SAT Dates 2015-2016

October 3, 2015

January 23, 2016

November 7, 2015

March 5, 2016

December 5, 2015

May 7, 2016

June 4, 2016

Our Favorite Test Prep Resources

Career Cruising “My Plan” Method Test Prep

(bottom left of screen)

20 week course 2 full length exams Practice questions FREE!

JMM ACT Prep Starts in Feb 4 nights (2 hrs each)

and 1 practice test ACT prep book

Summer School ACT/SAT Prep course 6 weeks Regular summer

school class (credit, grade)

FREE!

SAT II (Subject Tests)

Reminder for Athletes…

Division I & II schools require an NCAA Clearinghouse form to be filled out after the junior year.

Fill out online: www.eligibilitycenter.org See your coach or counselor to

discuss this if you plan to play Division I or II athletics.

Thinking of next year….

Fulfill graduation requirements

Fulfill entrance requirements

Take a rigorous course load

Keep your grades up

Consider AP or Youth Options for college credit

Take a minimum of 5 courses for athletic eligibility

Meet with college admissions counselors, military recruiters, etc, now to get more info

Utilize All Resources

Counselor Teachers Career Cruising Family and friends Junior Conference Internet College/Program

reps that come to Memorial

OUR WEBSITE!

What questions do you still have?

THANKS FOR YOUR TIME!