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Senior Information. Tri Jr./Sr. High School Class of 2014. Diploma Review. Core 40 Academic Honors Technical Honors. Core 40 Diploma. 40 credits Required Subject Areas Basis of College Admissions (most expect more!) Considered the minimum diploma option. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Senior InformationTri Jr./Sr. High School
Class of 2014
Core 40
Academic Honors
Technical Honors
Diploma Review
40 credits
Required Subject Areas
Basis of College Admissions (most expect more!)
Considered the minimum diploma option
Core 40 Diploma
47 credits
3.0 GPA requirement
C-(or better) in required subject areas
Required Subject Areas
Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma
47 credits
3.0 GPA requirement
C-(or better) in required subject areas for diploma
Required Subject Areas – Vocational Program
Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma
College?
Check out links on the Tri Guidance website
Attend College Fairs (Sept 17, 6:30-8 – New Castle High School)
Take College Visit Days (3 during senior year)◦ Fall break is an excellent time to avoid missing school
Attend College Representative Visits at Tri
Visit College Websites – search for their “admissions page”
Call or Email Colleges and Ask For:◦ Brochures and application materials◦ Dates of their Preview Days
Where Can I find Info on Colleges?
How many should I apply to?◦ An individual decision
Picking a School
How to Pick
Reach
Likely
Safety
Large vs. Small: ◦ Do you want to attend a big university with more program choices and social activities, but
also larger lecture classes? Or would you like fewer choices but more personal attention and a better chance to stand out? You decide.
Public vs. Private
Location: ◦ Attending a local college versus living in dorms or an apartment - what’s better? It
depends. For some, residence hall life is an important part of the college experience, but commuting from home is less expensive.
Cost
Major: ◦ The college you attend needs to have a major that matches your career goal. Talk to a
professional in your future career if you’re not sure, or ask your teachers.
Visit http://www.knowhow2go.org/
Campus Visits help!!!
Things to Consider
Contact admission office well in advance – don’t just show up!
Inform college of special areas of interest
Learn as much as possible about the college before the visit
Prepare a brief resume of information about yourself to take with you
Plan to spend a whole day. Try to sit in on a class, tour the library, talk to students in addition to the tour guide, and read the school newspaper
Write a note of appreciation to individuals who helped you during your visit
If possible, take time to visit schools of interest during breaks (Fall break would be an excellent time to visit multiple schools!)
Campus Visits
Early Decision◦ ED to only ONE institution ◦ Apply and hear back early◦ If admitted, withdraw all other applications◦ Committed to enroll at ED college
Early Action◦ Can apply to multiple institutions EA◦ Apply early, hear back early◦ No commitment
Rolling Admissions◦ Admission review is continuous◦ Hear back usually within 2-6 weeks◦ No commitment
Applying to Schools: Applications
Common Application◦ One application for multiple colleges (more & more participating!)◦ Once completed online or in print, copies of the Application for Undergraduate Admission can
be sent to any number of participating colleges. Butler, DePauw, Earlham, Goshen, Hanover, Manchester, Saint Mary’s College, University of
Evansville, Notre Dame, Valparaiso University, Purdue University
On-line Applications◦ Read all instructions◦ Copy everything & print if you can◦ Spell and grammar check◦ Press send!
Paper Applications◦ Some paper applications are available in the guidance office◦ Can be requested on the school’s website◦ Don’t submit online and in paper to the same school; sending two applications (or the same one
twice) can cause problems in college admissions systems
Feel free to visit the guidance office to use the computer to apply to colleges before or after school!
Applications Continued
What do the counselors send to the office of admissions?◦ Transcript◦ Test Scores (SAT/ACT/ECA)◦ Current Senior Year Courses◦ School Profile◦ Letter of Recommendation if requested◦ Verified final grades and diploma type◦ Other
Applying & Getting Accepted
September 23-27
Some colleges will waive their application fee during this week. This can be a great opportunity to apply to several colleges and save a lot of money! An updated list of participating schools is on their website.
Fun college-related activities will be planned for the week. It is our goal to have all Seniors complete a post-secondary application during this week!
College GO! Week
http://www.collegegoweekindiana.org/
It has all colleges and universities in the state of Indiana at one place, including admission requirements, general contact information, application deadlines, and application costs.
Use This Website!!!
Senior Year Timeline
Keep a calendar
Register & take (or retake) SAT/ACT◦ Check the guidance office and/or website for upcoming dates
Athletes register with NCAA Clearinghouse/Eligibility Center if applicable (see Mr. Byrket with questions)
Browse and begin applications online
Set up your account on parchment.com for transcripts to be sent to colleges online
First Semester
Attend college fairs and take college days ◦ Henry County College Fair: Sept. 17th 6:30-8 @ New Castle HS
Cafeteria◦ Check the guidance office and/or website for dates
Narrow your college choices
Double check deadlines (apply by November 1st!)
Speak with college admissions representatives when they visit the school
Start applying for scholarships – All scholarships are on the Tri guidance website
First Semester (continued)
Submit applications prior to deadlines ◦ Usually November 1st!
Check Harmony for grade status frequently
After finishing your first semester dual credit courses, send requests to that college for a transcript
Find the FAFSA application online at www.FAFSA.ed.gov after December 1st
◦ Register for your PIN number – keep in a safe place, you will use this in future years!
◦ Financial aid night at Tri – TBA
First Semester (continued)
FAFSA submission – state deadline 3/10!◦ Private/elite schools earlier?
Follow up with intended school◦ Additional forms required?
Many admission deadlines are March 15th ◦ (Check the date with your college/university).
Student Aid Report (SAR) mailed/emailed to you between February and April. Review carefully and follow any instructions.
Second Semester
Review financial aid information for your college/university, report any grants or scholarships you have been awarded outside of the college/university
April/May: finalize college decisions, make notifications
June: confirm that your final transcript has been received at your college/university
Second Semester (continued)
SAT & ACT
Tests that are required by most colleges – gives them an idea of how you might perform academically
Check with schools to see which test they require (SAT usually works)
Best to register online
There is a fee each time you take the test◦ Free/reduced students can take the test for free up to two times a semester; first come, first
serve
Scores must be sent from the testing company to the college
Make sure you have taken the test WELL BEFORE school deadline
Scores take several weeks to get results/be sent out
May want to give yourself time to retake test if unhappy with scores
SAT & ACT
Best to register online (immediately secures seat)◦ Can be done at home or in the guidance office
SAT Reasoning Test vs. Subject Test◦ Most colleges require the SAT Reasoning Test unless it is stated on the
application that they want you to take an SAT Subject Test
Tests critical reading, math, and writing skills◦ Some math questions and essays are not multiple choice◦ Maximum score is 2400◦ Wrong answers have a penalty
SAT prep materials◦ Guidance Office◦ TRI library◦ Purchase◦ Seminars◦ Online
SAT
New Testing Security:You will be prompted to provide an acceptable photo during registration. The photo will appear on your Admission Ticket. No ticket, no ID, no admission. If you don’t have access to a photo of yourself on the computer, guidance has webcams on our new laptops for your use.
Best to register online (immediately secures seat)
Assesses English, math, reading, AND science ability◦ Only multiple choice questions◦ Maximum score is 36◦ No penalty for wrong answers
Optional writing exam (ALWAYS TAKE THIS PORTION)
ACT prep materials:◦ TRI library◦ Purchase◦ Seminars
ACT
SAT Test Date Registration Deadline
Deadline w/ Late Fees
Oct. 5, 2013 Sept. 6, 2013 Sept. 20, 2013Nov. 2, 2013 Oct. 3, 2013 Oct. 18, 2013Dec. 7, 2013 Nov. 8, 2013 Nov. 22, 2013
SAT & ACT 1st Semester Test Dates
ACT Test Date Registration Deadline
Deadline w/ Late Fees
Sept. 21, 2013 Aug. 23, 2013 Aug. 24-Sept 6, 2013Oct. 26, 2013 Sept. 27, 2013 Sept. 28-Oct 11-2013Dec. 14, 2013 Nov. 8, 2013 Nov. 9-22, 2013
SAT/ACT Fee Waivers• 21st Century Scholars & Free/Reduced Lunch
• Allowed up to 2 per year• Your counselor can give you the
necessary forms
Paying for College
Public, two-year: $2,361 Public, four-year: $6,185 Private, four-year: $23,712
Average Cost to Attend College
Loans◦ Government (subsidized and unsubsidized) ◦ Private
Grants◦ Fill out FAFSA to determine eligibility
Scholarships◦ Guidance Office posts on website and emails◦ Family member employment◦ Social, religious, ethnic organizations
Paying for College
Applying◦ Can ask for very little to a lot!◦ Deadlines are ABSOLUTE◦ Range in award amount-greater chance of winning smaller amounts (less
competitive)
How do I know when they apply to me?◦ Look at requirements on the application
When should I start looking?◦ Usually start around August – More and more as the year goes on
Where can I find them?◦ Tri Guidance Office & Tri Guidance Website, scholarship websites, churches,
businesses, family employers◦ Warning: SSN & pay-based search sites
Scholarships
https://www.indianacollegecosts.org/cce/Estimator/Agreement
A new online calculator that allows you to see the true cost of attending Indiana colleges once financial aid is taken into account.
Use This Website!!!
Start early!!!
“Strong letter”
Provide BRAG sheet
Be courteous – give your recommender at least two weeks, and a pre-addressed and stamped envelope
Letters of Recommendation
Clearinghouse registration at: http://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/common/
Amateurism Certificate◦ Seek and sign this certificate◦ Needs to be completed on or after April 1st
Core Courses◦ Div I = 16 core courses◦ Div II = 14 core courses
NCAA
SAT/ACT scores◦ Must be reported directly from SAT/ACT◦ Code = 9999
NCAA (continued)
At the end of each semester, request a transcript from the university/college your dual credit is through
At the end of your senior year, request EARLY for your official transcripts to be sent to the college you plan to attend. ◦ Also request a copy be sent to yourself to keep in your
personal files◦ This will save you time and headaches when you go to
schedule your freshman classes; if the college doesn’t have record of it and you don’t have a copy, you could end up re-taking courses you already have credit in Don’t waste time and money! Be proactive
Dual Credits
Watch your grades closely in dual credit courses Know when the official withdrawal date is from
the college your dual credit course is through If you and/or your teacher feels you are in
jeopardy of receiving a grade lower than a “B,” consider dropping the course◦ If you feel you will receive lower than a 2.0 in the
course – DROP before the WD period! Communication with your teacher is crucial
And here’s why….
Dual Credits
Students are not eligible for state or federal financial aid while enrolled in high school. However, because they are recorded on the college transcript, grades earned for dual credit courses can impact a student's future financial aid.
Satisfactory Progress: After completing high school, students must meet a college's satisfactory progress standards to remain eligible for financial aid. Most college’s policies require students to maintain a 2.0 or higher college GPA and complete 67% or more of course work.◦ College grades earned in dual credit do affect college GPA.◦ Dual credit courses for which students earn an F, an I (incomplete) or a W (withdrawn after
course census date) will count as non-completed courses.◦ The Satisfactory Progress Policy applies to all courses, whether financial aid was awarded for
those courses or not.
Repeated Course Rule: Students are limited to one retake of a course if they have made a passing grade. Financial aid will not be awarded for a course after the passing grade and one retake.◦ A student who made an F and a D for a course cannot receive financial aid to retake the
course a third time. ◦ If the first two (or more) attempts are withdrawals or failures, students can retake the course
until they make a D or better grade, assuming they continue to make satisfactory progress.
Dual Credits
Very helpful FREE website to help explore careers, take interest inventories, etc.
http://www.indianacareerexplorer.com/
The ASVAB is also a great FREE career interest inventory; also needed for those of you interested in the military!◦ Talk with guidance if needing to speak with a
military recruiter
Careers
Walking the stage – Corporation Policy
◦ “No student who has completed the requirements for graduation shall be denied a diploma as a disciplinary measure. A student MAY be DENIED participation in the ceremony of graduation when personal conduct so warrants.”
Graduation Policy Reminders
Colleges care about your Senior year grades!
◦ You can be accepted and then denied months later if your grades significantly drop – they see your final transcript
◦ Continue to take rigorous classes – colleges ask for the list of classes you have picked for your senior year
◦ Continue to be involved in extracurricular activities
Keep Pushing Yourself!
Turning in your Senior Brag Sheets
Taking the ACT and/or SAT
Keep on track with your Senior Year Calendar
Keep up your grades
Write your college essays
Get your letters or recommendation
Applying on-time or “early decision” to colleges
Seeking out financial aid options
Complete the FAFSA between January 1st and March 10th
To Summarize
TBA: Senior Parent Night Back to School Night starts at 6:30
September 12: ASVAB testing at Tri ◦ Seniors who are unsure as to what they want to do after high
school are encouraged to take this, as it is a FREE thorough career interest inventory and can provide helpful guidance
◦ Must let guidance know if you plan to test
Don’t forget!◦ November 1st: Many colleges/universities deadline for
applications to be considered for automatic scholarships
Important September Dates:
Handouts&
Questions