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Two Year College Planning
Guide Book Class of 2021
Important Guidance Office Contact Information School Phone: (518) 884-7150 Guidance Fax: (518) 885-1585 School CEEB Code: 330-305 *You will need this code when registering for the ACT or SAT test and possibly for some financial aid forms School Website: www.bscsd.org Please see the Guidance page for additional information. SCHOOL COUNSELORS: Ms. Colleen Bengle Phone: (518) 884-7150, ext. 2379 Email: [email protected] Mr. Kevin Flores Phone: (518) 884-7150, ext. 2369 Email: [email protected] Mrs. Christy Knapp Phone: (518) 884-7150, ext. 2367 Email: [email protected] Mrs. Christina Carlson Phone: (518) 884-7150, ext. 2368 Email: [email protected] Mrs. Mara Gallagher Phone: (518) 884-7150, ext. 2390 Email: [email protected] Mrs. Nicole Stehle Phone: (518) 884-7150, ext. 2366 Email: [email protected] Mrs. Lyndsey Wilcox Phone: (518) 884-7150, ext. 2364 Email: [email protected]
Responsibilities for the College Application Process https://student.naviance.com/ballstonspa
Username = last name + 1st two letters of 1st name
Students will:
Add active applications to “Colleges I am applying to” under the Colleges tabs in Naviance
Request transcripts in Naviance
Complete Resume in Naviance
Complete the Counselor Notification Form
Send official SAT or ACT scores to colleges you have applied to via www.collegeboard.com or www.act.org
Review available scholarships
Remember that requests for transcripts are due 3 weeks prior to your first college application deadline.
Counselors will:
Submit the official high school transcript
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20 Questions to Ask College Representatives
FOR STUDENTS
Whether you meet them at a college fair or on a campus visit, college representatives genuinely enjoy talking to high school students and answering questions about their college. The following questions will help start a good dialogue.
1. What makes your college unique?
2. For what academic programs is your college known?
3. How would you describe the students at your college?Where are most of them from?
4. Where do students hang out on campus?
5. What happens on weekends — are there thingsto do on campus or in town, or do most studentsgo home?
6. Are fraternities and sororities a big part of campus life?
7. What are the housing options for freshmen?
8. Do many students live off campus?
9. Is there a sports complex or fitness center?
10. What are the most popular clubs and activities?
11. What’s the security like on campus?
12. What’s the surrounding area like? Is it easy to get around?
13. What are the most popular majors?
14. How would you describe the academic pressure andworkload?
15. What support services (academic advisers, tutors, etc.)are available?
16. Do I need to bring my own computer?
17. What’s the faculty like? Are they accessible outsideof class?
18. Are there opportunities for internships?
19. Is there job placement help for graduates?
20. Are there any big changes in the works that I shouldknow about?
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Spring College Fairs SUNY Adirondack Spring College Fair
Tuesday, April 30, 2020 6:00 – 8:00 PM SUNY Adirondack Campus
Early SAT Scores** ACT Scores H.S. Decision (ED) English Time Campus Name Undergraduate (combined) (composite) GPA or Early Early EOP Language Joint Teaching Honors Shortened (by campus type) Enrollment Action (EA) Admission Program Options Admissions Certificate Program Degree ROTC
University Centers and Doctoral Degree Granting Institutions Albany 13,598 1150-1310 23-27 88-94 EA Yes Yes Yes Yes Grad level Yes No A*, AF*
Binghamton 13,990 1300-1450 29-32 93-98 EA Yes Yes Yes Yes Grad level Yes No A*, AF*
University at Buffalo++ 20,830 1180-1350 24-30 90-96 EA Yes Yes Yes Yes Grad level Yes No A*
Stony Brook++ 17,522 1280-1440 27-33 91-97 No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No A*, AF*
SUNY Polytechnic Institute 2,200 1100-1300 24-29 88-94 EA Yes Yes No Yes No No Yes A*, AF*
NYS Ceramics at Alfred University+ 536 1000-1050 22-24 84-87 ED Yes Yes No No Yes* Yes No A*
College of Optometry Graduate and Professional Degrees Only No No No No No No No No
Cornell University:
Agriculture & Life Sciences 3,500 1390-1530 31-35 -- ED Yes Yes No No No Yes No A, AF, M, N
Human Ecology 1,146 1430-1530 32-35 -- ED Yes Yes No No No Yes No A, AF, M, N
Veterinary Medicine Graduate Level Only -- ED No No No No No No No
Industrial & Labor Relations 986 1360-1510 31-34 -- ED Yes Yes No No No Yes No A, AF, M, N
Environmental Science & Forestry+ 1,825 1180-1320 25-29 90-95 ED Yes Yes Yes* No Yes* Yes No A*, AF*
Downstate Medical Center (Brooklyn) 211 -- -- -- No No Yes No No No No No
Upstate Medical University (Syracuse) 227 -- -- -- No Yes Yes No Yes No No No
University Colleges Brockport+ 7,057 1070-1200 21-26 87-93 No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes A, AF*, N*
Buffalo State 8,082 960-1140 19-25 82-90 No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No A*
Cortland+ 6,343 1100-1230 24-26 86-92 EA Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No A*, AF*
Fredonia 4,433 1040-1220 20-26 86-94 No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Geneseo 5,425 1160-1300 23-28 90-95 ED Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No A*, AF*
New Paltz 6,692 1150-1300 24-29 90-95 EA Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes A*
Old Westbury+ 4,786 990-1130 21-25 82-90 EA Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes A*, AF*
Oneonta 6,056 1050-1190 20-25 86-92 EA Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes
Oswego 7,100 1070-1240 22-27 86-93 EA Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No A*, AF*
Plattsburgh 5,297 1030-1190 21-26 85-92 No Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes
Potsdam 3,416 -- -- 87-92 No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes A*, AF*
Purchase+ 4,164 -- -- 87-91 EA Yes Yes Yes No No No No
Empire State College+ 9,327 -- -- -- No No No No No Grad level No Yes
Colleges of Technology Alfred State 3,737 930-1140 18-25 79-88 No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes A* Baccalaureate only 1,809 1040-1240 22-28 85-94
Canton 3,037 950-1130 18-22 80-89 No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes A*, AF* Baccalaureate only 2,086 1000-1150 18-23 81-90
Cobleskill+ 2,332 870-1060 18-22 83-93 No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes No A* Baccalaureate only 1,243 930-1070 21-25 85-91
Delhi+ 3,240 960-1110 19-24 79-88 No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Baccalaureate only 1,593 1010-1160 19-23 83-91
Farmingdale State 9,916 1010-1160 20-24 86-92 No Yes Yes No Yes No No No A*, AF*, M*, N*
Maritime College+ 1,586 1170-1220 22-26 86-92 ED No Yes No Yes No No No A*, AF*, CG*, M, N
Morrisville State+ 2,986 860-1050 18-22 78-86 No Yes Yes No Yes No No No A*, AF* Baccalaureate only 884 1020-1100 19-22 81-88
* Cross-registration (offered at neighboring institutions) ** The SAT ranges above represent combined evidence-based reading and writing and math scores. (The maximum possible total is 1600.) + Contains 2018 Data. ++ Enrollment includes Health Science Centers.
Scores reflect middle 50%
Abbreviations: A = Army, AF = Air Force, CG = Coast Guard, M = Marines, N = Navy
Admissions Information Summary – 2019For more information call our toll-free number at 800-342-3811 or visit us on the web at www.suny.edu/attend
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OVER >>
2020 Test Dates and Registration Deadlines
Test Test Date Registration Deadline
Late Registration Deadline
(Additional fee)
SAT
03/14/20
02/13/20
02/24/20
SAT
05/02/20
04/02/20
04/20/20
SAT
06/06/20
05/06/20
05/23/20
www.collegeboard.org
ACT
02/08/20
01/10/20
01/17/20
ACT
04/04/20
02/29/20
03/16/20
ACT
06/13/20
05/08/20
05/25/20
ACT
07/18/20
06/19/20
06/29/20 www.actstudent.org
** Tests in BOLD will be administered at Ballston Spa High School. The others will be administered at area high schools. Please register early.
** If there is financial hardship or you are on free/reduced lunch please contact your school counselor. ** Ballston Spa High School Code (Also known as CEEB code): 330-305. This code is required to register for these tests.
** Visit www.khanacademy.org for additional test prep.
SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You? Many students and parents begin the college prep process by comparing the ACT and SAT tests. The SAT and ACT generally cover the same topics. Both ACT and SAT scores are used for college admissions decisions and awarding merit-based scholarships. Most colleges do not prefer one test over the other.
Compare the ACT and SAT tests ACT includes a Science section
SAT includes one SAT Math Section on which you may not use a calculator
SAT ACT
Why Take It Colleges use SAT scores for admissions and
merit-based scholarships.
Colleges use ACT scores for admissions and merit-
based scholarships.
Test
Structure
Reading
Writing & Language
Math
Essay (Optional)
English
Math
Reading
Science Reasoning
Essay (Optional)
Length
3 hours (without essay)
3 hours, 50 minutes (with essay)
2 hours, 55 minutes (without essay)
3 hours, 40 minutes (with essay)
Reading 5 reading passages 4 reading passages
Science None 1 science section testing your critical thinking skills
(not your specific science knowledge)
Math
Covers:
Arithmetic
Algebra I & II
Geometry, Trigonometry and Data Analysis
Covers:
Arithmetic
Algebra I & II
Geometry, Trigonometry, and Probability & Statistics
Calculator
Policy
Some math questions don't allow you to use
a calculator.
You can use a calculator on all math questions.
Essays Optional. The essay will test your
comprehension of a source text.
Optional. The essay will test how well you evaluate
and analyze complex issues.
How It's
Scored
Scored on a scale of 400–1600 Scored on a scale of 1–36
Official SAT Practice
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1 2 Go to satpractice.org Link Your Accounts
Create an account on When prompted, agree to
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Log in to your College Board
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COUNSELOR NOTIFICATION FORM Due 3 Weeks Prior to Your First College Application Deadline
Student: _________________________ Counselor:________________________ Date Submitted: _____________
Email: ____________________________________ Cell Phone: ________________________________________
VERIFY each college's deadline and decision options for accuracy on the college's website.
College/University
Major
College Due Date
Early Decision
(√)
Early Action/ Priority
(√)
Regular/ Rolling
Decision (√)
Common App. (√)
SUNY App. (√)
Other App. (√)
All items below must be completed before your school counselor will accept this form.
( ) Logged in to Naviance & completed "Colleges I'm Applying To" section, including transcript requests
( ) Matched my Common App and Naviance accounts (if using the Common Application)
( ) Created my resume in Naviance (if a teacher or counselor letter of recommendation is required)
( ) Requested teacher recommendations (if required) in Naviance and provided blue forms to those teachers
( ) Completed the Counselor Recommendation Form (if a letter of recommendation is required) in Naviance
( ) Sent SAT/ACT scores (if required) via my College Board/ACT account
What You Should Know About FAFSA:
FOR STUDENTS AND FAMILY
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid
WHAT IS FEDERAL STUDENT AID? Federal student aid comes from the federal government — specifically, the U.S. Department of Education. It’s money that helps a student pay for higher education expenses (i.e., college, career school, or graduate school expenses). Federal student aid covers expenses such as tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and transportation. There are three main categories of federal student aid: grants, work-study, and loans.
WHO GETS FEDERAL STUDENT AID? Every student who meets certain eligibility requirements can get some type of federal student aid, regardless of age or family income. Some of the most basic eligibility requirements are that you must:
o demonstrate financial need (for most programs — to learn more, visit studentaid.gov/how-calculated);
o be a U.S. citizen or an eligible noncitizen;
o have a valid Social Security number;
o register (if you haven’t already) with Selective Service if you’re a male between the ages of 18 and 25;
o maintain satisfactory academic progress in college or career school; and
o show you’re qualified to obtain a college or career school education by
• having a high school diploma or a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or astate-recognized equivalent; or
• completing a high school education in a homeschool setting approved under state law; or
• enrolling in an eligible career pathways program.
Find more details about eligibility requirements at studentaid.gov/eligibility.
STEP 1
Create an FSA ID. Students, parents, and borrowers are required to use an FSA ID, made up of a username and password, to access U.S. Department of Education
websites. Your FSA ID is used to confirm your identity and electronically sign your federal student aid documents. To create an FSA ID, visit studentaid.gov/fsaid.
STEP 2
Collect the documents needed to apply, including income tax returns and W-2 forms (and other records of income) A full list of what you need is at fafsa.gov.
STEP 3
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA) at fafsa.gov. Beginning with the 2017-18 award year, the FAFSA is available from Oct. 1, 2016, to June30, 2018. But you need to apply as soon as you can!Schools and states often use FAFSA information to award
nonfederal aid, and their deadlines are usually earlierin the year. You can find state deadlines at fafsa.gov. Also check with the schools you’re interested in fortheir deadlines.
STEP 4
If you are eligible to use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (DRT), we strongly urge you to use the tool. It’s the easiest way to provide your tax data and the best way of being sure that your FAFSA has accurate tax information. The IRS
DRT lets students and parents get the IRS tax return information they need to complete the FAFSA, and to transfer the data directly into their FAFSA from the IRS website.
STEP 5
Review your Student Aid Report. After you apply, you’ll receive a Student Aid Report, or SAR. Your SAR has the information reported on your FAFSA and usually includes your Expected Family Contribution (EFC). The
EFC is a number (not a dollar amount) used to determine your eligibility for federal student aid. Review your SAR information to make sure it’s correct. The school(s) you list on your FAFSA will get your SAR data electronically.
STEP 6
If you are selected for verification, your school’s financial aid office will ask you to submit tax transcripts and other documents, as appropriate. Be sure to meet the school’s deadline, or you will not be able to receive federal
student aid. Whether you’re selected for verification or not, make sure the financial aid office at the school has all the information they need to determine your eligibility.
STEP 7
Contact the financial aid office if you have any questions about the aid being offered. Review award packages from schools to compare amounts and types of aid being offered. Decide which school to attend based on a combination of (a) how well the school suits your needs and (b) its affordability after all aid is taken into account.
Note: You also might be able to get financial aid from your state government, your school, or a private scholarship. Research nonfederal aid early (ideally, start in the spring of your junior year of high school). Be sure to meet all application deadlines!
Source: Department of Education
FSA IDHow to create an
Step 1 When logging in to one of the websites listed above, clickthe link to create an FSA ID.
Step 2 Create a username and password, and enter your e-mail address.
Step 3 Enter your name, date of birth, Social Security number, contact information, andchallenge questions and answers.
Step 4 If you have a Federal Student Aid PIN, you will be able to enter it and link it to your FSAID. You can still create an FSA ID if you have forgotten or do not have a PIN.
Step 6 Confirm your e-mail address using the secure code, which will be sent to the e-mailaddress you entered when you created your FSA ID. Once you verify your e-mail address, you can use it instead of your username to log in to the websites.
Step 5 Review your information, and read and accept the terms and conditions.
You can use your FSA ID to sign a FAFSA right away. Once the Social Security Administration verifies your information in one to three days, or if you have linked your PIN to your FSA ID, you will be able to use your FSA ID to access the websites listed above. For help, visit StudentAid.gov/fsaid.
The FSA ID ― a username and password ― has replaced the Federal Student Aid PIN and must be used to log in to certain U.S. Department of Education websites. Your FSA ID confirms your identity when you access your financial aid information and electronically sign Federal Student Aid documents. If you do not already have an FSA ID, you can create one when logging in to fafsa.gov, the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS®) at www.nslds.ed.gov, StudentLoans.gov, StudentAid.gov, and Agreement to Serve (ATS) at www.teach-ats.ed.gov.
Tip: Important: Only the owner of the FSA ID should create and use the account. Never share your FSA ID.
Start Your Scholarship Search Today Where to find scholarships:
Naviance
High School Guidance webpage
File cabinet located in the front of the guidance office
College Websites
Community Resources
You should never pay money to get money!
HOW DO I GET FINANCIAL AID FOR COLLEGE?
WHAT FORMS SHOULD I FILL
OUT?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA)
FAFSA is required by almost all schools to qualify for financial aid You may begin your FAFSA application on October 1st of your senior year. File the FAFSA online or by mail at www.fafsa.ed.gov Call 1-800-4FED-AID for help with the FAFSA and to find out specific information about various federal student aid programs.
CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE
This is a program of College Board (they do not award any money) Many schools require the PROFILE to award nonfederal student aid Allows you to give a complete picture of financial circumstances Register for the PROFILE online at www.collegeboard.com Not required by all schools. Contact the school to find out the deadline.
Other Forms The college you attend may have additional forms. Contact the college’s Financial Aid office for more information.
FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS DESCRIPTION RE-PAYMENT
Federal PELL Grant For students who meet federal criteria for financial need. The expected Family Contribution is determined from the FAFSA.
NONE
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
Awarded to low-income students based on availability of funds for college. Must also be eligible for a Pell Grant.
NONE
NYS Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
Helps eligible New York residents attending in-state post-secondary institution spay for college. Apply by filling out the FAFSA.
NONE
Federal Perkins Loan Students with exceptional financial need. 5% interest-rate loan.
Up to 10 years
Federal Stafford Loan
Subsidized: For students with financial need. Principal and interest are deferred. Unsubsidized: Awarded regardless of family income. Principal deferred until student leaves school, interest accrues while in college.
Up to 10 years
Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)
Allows parents/stepparents to borrow up to the full cost minus financial aid received.
Up to 10 years
Federal College Work Study Allows a student with financial need to work part-time to earn financial aid award money.
NONE
Private Grants & Scholarships Financial aid offered by numerous private organizations (e.g., Elks, PTS, Empire State, etc.)
NONE
Private Loans Non-federal loans available to students/parents from banks, credit unions & other private sources.
Varies
NYS Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Incentive Program
The NYS STEM Incentive Program provides awards for full-time study up to the annual tuition charged to NYS resident students attending an undergraduate program at the State University of New York (SUNY), or actual tuition charged, whichever is less, for the top 10 percent of students in each New York State high school if they pursue a STEM degree in an associates or bachelor degree program.
Agree to work in a STEM field in New York State for 5 years after graduation
Excelsior Scholarship
The program covers tuition for eligible SUNY and CUNY students. Applies to families who earn $125,000 or less.
Agree to work in New York State for 4 years after graduation
Requesting an Official College Transcript for CHS/UHS Courses & Official AP and/or IB Scores
College credit is awarded by the college the student will attend after high school.
Each college makes the decision about awarding credit and placement. Visit the college website for its policy.
If you have taken any UHS (University in High School) or CHS (College High School) courses at Ballston
Spa, you can request an official transcript directly from the college that sponsors each course. If you
have taken any AP (Advanced Placement) or IB (International Bachelorette) tests, you will need to
contact the appropriate place (as listed below) to request an official copy of your scores be sent to the
college you will be attending. Please be aware that requesting these scores is the student’s
responsibility and cannot be requested by the Guidance Department.
CHS/UHS Courses Offered
The links below will take you to each college that currently offers courses at Ballston Spa High School.
It is your responsibility to contact the college and/or university directly to request your transcript be
sent to the college you will be attending as a freshman.
Please also be aware that there are usually fees associated with these requests as well as minimum
turnaround times. If you have questions regarding this process, please contact the appropriate college
directly.
Schenectady County Community College
http://sunysccc.edu/Academics/Register-for-Classes/Transcripts/
AP Biology College Composition Mathematical Topics Spanish – Level 3
AP Physics College Literature & Writing Business Math
American History to 1877 Computer Applications Music Fundamentals I
American History Since 1877 Drawing & Painting II Pre-Calculus
Astronomy – Cosmic Systems
French – Level 3 Principles of Business
Marketing
Astronomy – Exploring Space
Government & Politics Psychology
College Algebra with Trig Introduction to Business Public Speaking
SUNY Adirondack
http://www.sunyacc.edu/admissions-cost/registrars-office
Graphic Design I Graphic Design II Photography
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SUNY Albany
http://www.albany.edu/registrar/transcripts.php
AP Calculus AB/BC AP Statistics French 4 French 5
IB French SL Year 1 IB French SL Year 2 IB Spanish Year 1 IB Spanish Year 2
Spanish 4 Spanish 5
Syracuse University http://registrar.syr.edu/students/transcripts.html
Forensics
RIT &/or HVCC
https://www.rit.edu/academicaffairs/registrar/transcripts
http://www.hvcc.edu/catalog/policies/transcripts.html
CIMS/Robotics Civil Engineering Design &
Development Design Drawing for
Production
Digital Electronics Principles of Engineering
Requesting Scores for Advanced Placement Tests
Please use the following link to request official scores:
http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/ap/exgrd_rep.html
Requesting Scores for International Baccalaureate Exams
To have your official IB score(s) sent using a credit card:
https://rrs.ibo.org/replacement_orders/index.cfm
To have your official IB score(s) sent if paying by check:
http://www.ibo.org/informationfor/alumni/transcripts/
