College Application NightCollege Application Night

Avon Grove High School Guidance Department

September 30th Mr Duane Carroll

Jennifer LubinsJason Winkler

Overview of the College Identification

Process

1 Research schoolsand Occupations

2 Narrow choices3 Apply to schools4 Waaaaiiiiiitttt5 Make final selection

wwwcollegeboardorgwwwonetorg

High School visits or fairs

Go to websites for individual colleges

Overview of the College Identification

Process

1 Research schoolsand Occupations

2 Narrow choices3 Apply to schools4 Waaaaiiiiiitttt5 Make final selection

wwwcollegeboardorgwwwonetorg

High School visits or fairs

Go to websites for individual colleges

Applying to CollegeStrategy

(one) Reach School

(two to three) Target Schools

(one) Safety School

Donrsquot put all your eggs in one basket

How Likely Is Your Student to be Admitted to Penn State

bull The graph on the next page is intended for use as a counseling tool to assist students interested in attending Penn State Admission to Penn State is competitive and admission to the University Park campus is particularly competitive

SAT Scores for PSU Main Campus

Acceptance tohellip

bull West Chester Universityndash 201213 school year- 113 applied 58 accepted 55 denied 21

enrolled 24 were initially waitlistedndash Average Avon Grove student accepted GPA- 36 SAT Verbal-

493 Math- 584 (subject to change based on dept requirements)

bull Indiana University of Pennsylvania100 of AG students accepted

bull Kutztown University also 100

The Process of Applyingbull Online Application

ndash PreferredTypicalbull Paper Application

bull ndash Accepted at over 500

schoolsndash Supplement section

is college specificndash wwwcommonappor

g

SAT Scores for PSU Main Campus

Acceptance tohellip

bull West Chester Universityndash 201213 school year- 113 applied 58 accepted 55 denied 21

enrolled 24 were initially waitlistedndash Average Avon Grove student accepted GPA- 36 SAT Verbal-

493 Math- 584 (subject to change based on dept requirements)

bull Indiana University of Pennsylvania100 of AG students accepted

bull Kutztown University also 100

The Process of Applyingbull Online Application

ndash PreferredTypicalbull Paper Application

bull ndash Accepted at over 500

schoolsndash Supplement section

is college specificndash wwwcommonappor

g

Acceptance tohellip

bull West Chester Universityndash 201213 school year- 113 applied 58 accepted 55 denied 21

enrolled 24 were initially waitlistedndash Average Avon Grove student accepted GPA- 36 SAT Verbal-

493 Math- 584 (subject to change based on dept requirements)

bull Indiana University of Pennsylvania100 of AG students accepted

bull Kutztown University also 100

The Process of Applyingbull Online Application

ndash PreferredTypicalbull Paper Application

bull ndash Accepted at over 500

schoolsndash Supplement section

is college specificndash wwwcommonappor

g

The Process of Applyingbull Online Application

ndash PreferredTypicalbull Paper Application

bull ndash Accepted at over 500

schoolsndash Supplement section

is college specificndash wwwcommonappor

g

Admission TestsSAT ACT

Test dates Deadlines bull November 2nd Late registration

October 18th

bull December 3rd Regular- Nov 8th

Late registration November 22nd

bull wwwcollegeboardorg to sign up

Test dates Deadlines bull October 26th Late Registration

October 11th bull December 14th Regular- Nov 8th

Late- Nov 22nd

bull wwwactstudentorg to sign up

There are late registration dates but a late fee will be applied

Types of Admissions(Keep deadlines in mind)

bull Early Action ndash Non-Binding Commitment ndash You will receive the admission decision earlier

bull Early Decision ndash Binding Commitment

bull Rolling Admissions ndash The earlier you apply the more likely that you

will be accepted For example Indiana University of PA (IUP) receives approx 12000 applications per year Between Sept - Dec they receive 2000 and between Jan ndash March they receive 10000 The longer you wait the more competition

ndash Typically due by May 1

bull Regular Admissions ndash The deadline varies from school to school

Guidance Proceduresbull Complete the Transcript

Request Form $500per requestndashOne for each schoolndashThe request will be sent out within 10 working days

bull Paperclip it to the application or to the counselor section of the on-line application

Transcript Request

Your AudienceAdmissions Officers Reflect

on Application EssaysldquoIt is crucial that applicants allow themselves to be as

personal and self-reflective as possible when writing their essays Avoid writing about something on a superficial level or resorting to a topic that does not reveal anything special about yourdquo~ Richard Shaw Dean of Undergraduate Admissions and

Financial Aid Yale University

ldquoStudents should write about what they think is important not what they think we want to hearrdquo~ Lee Stetson Dean of Admissions University of

Pennsylvania

Getting Started

bull Think about your audience and your objectives

bull Think about what you want to saybull Develop and organize your material

bull Outline your ideasbull Review basic writing and grammar

rules

bull Hey (insert family member) can you

look over my essay

- ldquoOver edited essays lose all their personality Applicants shouldnrsquot have a lot of different people ndash ESPECIALLY PARENTS ndash give their input This can really ruin an essayrdquo ~Karl Furstenberg Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid Dartmouth College

- Find someone to read and edit your work such as an English teacher

Transcript Request

Your AudienceAdmissions Officers Reflect

on Application EssaysldquoIt is crucial that applicants allow themselves to be as

personal and self-reflective as possible when writing their essays Avoid writing about something on a superficial level or resorting to a topic that does not reveal anything special about yourdquo~ Richard Shaw Dean of Undergraduate Admissions and

Financial Aid Yale University

ldquoStudents should write about what they think is important not what they think we want to hearrdquo~ Lee Stetson Dean of Admissions University of

Pennsylvania

Getting Started

bull Think about your audience and your objectives

bull Think about what you want to saybull Develop and organize your material

bull Outline your ideasbull Review basic writing and grammar

rules

bull Hey (insert family member) can you

look over my essay

- ldquoOver edited essays lose all their personality Applicants shouldnrsquot have a lot of different people ndash ESPECIALLY PARENTS ndash give their input This can really ruin an essayrdquo ~Karl Furstenberg Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid Dartmouth College

- Find someone to read and edit your work such as an English teacher

Your AudienceAdmissions Officers Reflect

on Application EssaysldquoIt is crucial that applicants allow themselves to be as

personal and self-reflective as possible when writing their essays Avoid writing about something on a superficial level or resorting to a topic that does not reveal anything special about yourdquo~ Richard Shaw Dean of Undergraduate Admissions and

Financial Aid Yale University

ldquoStudents should write about what they think is important not what they think we want to hearrdquo~ Lee Stetson Dean of Admissions University of

Pennsylvania

Getting Started

bull Think about your audience and your objectives

bull Think about what you want to saybull Develop and organize your material

bull Outline your ideasbull Review basic writing and grammar

rules

bull Hey (insert family member) can you

look over my essay

- ldquoOver edited essays lose all their personality Applicants shouldnrsquot have a lot of different people ndash ESPECIALLY PARENTS ndash give their input This can really ruin an essayrdquo ~Karl Furstenberg Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid Dartmouth College

- Find someone to read and edit your work such as an English teacher

Getting Started

bull Think about your audience and your objectives

bull Think about what you want to saybull Develop and organize your material

bull Outline your ideasbull Review basic writing and grammar

rules

bull Hey (insert family member) can you

look over my essay

- ldquoOver edited essays lose all their personality Applicants shouldnrsquot have a lot of different people ndash ESPECIALLY PARENTS ndash give their input This can really ruin an essayrdquo ~Karl Furstenberg Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid Dartmouth College

- Find someone to read and edit your work such as an English teacher

bull Hey (insert family member) can you

look over my essay

- ldquoOver edited essays lose all their personality Applicants shouldnrsquot have a lot of different people ndash ESPECIALLY PARENTS ndash give their input This can really ruin an essayrdquo ~Karl Furstenberg Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid Dartmouth College

- Find someone to read and edit your work such as an English teacher

Reusing your Essaysbull The good news is hellip

bull The bad newshellip

Donrsquot just substitute the new schoolrsquos name

Whoops

Typical Questionsbull Donrsquot give typical answers

bull What academic areas or extracurricular activities interest you the most

bull Why do you want to attend this college

Letters of Recommendation

bull In situations where all else is equal such as GPA SAT score and essays the recommendation can be THE distinguishing factor in being accepted

bull The more specific a student is when they fill out their recommendation form (Brag Sheet) the more detailed and thorough their letter of recommendation will be

bull UPDATE Some schools donrsquot ask for letters of recommendation so make sure to know which schools

want them and which schools donrsquotFor example PSU West Chester University

Letters of Recommendation

From Teachers

From Counselors

From CoachesEmployersAdvisors

Letters from Teachers

Ask at least 2 teachersbull It helps if the teacher

ndash Knows you for excelling in classndash Knows you for more than 1 yearndash Be careful with the common

application

Please give teachers at least 2 weeks to write letters of

recommendation

When You AskhellipWhat to have ready when approaching a teacher

for a letter of recommendation

- Activity Resume- GPA ndash see your counselor- Student Recommendation Form

ldquoBrag Sheetrdquo- Envelope

- Addressed to the college of your choice (Remember a stamp)

- Addressed to the Guidance Office (No stamp)

Keep an eye on admissions deadlines

Tips to Keep in Mind 1 Select a teacher who can highlight your

strengths

2 Select a teacher who is enthusiastic about writing this recommendation for you

3 Select a teacher who supports the program you are entering or who is an alumni

Letters from Counselors

bull Does the UniversityCollege require them

bull Some institutions need a counselor form completed

bull Fill out the Student Recommendation Form

ldquoBrag Sheetrdquo

Letters from CoachesEmployersAdviso

rs

Only ask for these if you are- Currently working in a field related

to your intended major- Planning to play sports in college- Taking leadership roles in activities

NCAA Clearing Housebull For Division 1 and Division 2

participation as a freshmenbull Must register with

wwwncaaclearinghousenet

Typical Questionsbull Donrsquot give typical answers

bull What academic areas or extracurricular activities interest you the most

bull Why do you want to attend this college

Letters of Recommendation

bull In situations where all else is equal such as GPA SAT score and essays the recommendation can be THE distinguishing factor in being accepted

bull The more specific a student is when they fill out their recommendation form (Brag Sheet) the more detailed and thorough their letter of recommendation will be

bull UPDATE Some schools donrsquot ask for letters of recommendation so make sure to know which schools

want them and which schools donrsquotFor example PSU West Chester University

Letters of Recommendation

From Teachers

From Counselors

From CoachesEmployersAdvisors

Letters from Teachers

Ask at least 2 teachersbull It helps if the teacher

ndash Knows you for excelling in classndash Knows you for more than 1 yearndash Be careful with the common

application

Please give teachers at least 2 weeks to write letters of

recommendation

When You AskhellipWhat to have ready when approaching a teacher

for a letter of recommendation

- Activity Resume- GPA ndash see your counselor- Student Recommendation Form

ldquoBrag Sheetrdquo- Envelope

- Addressed to the college of your choice (Remember a stamp)

- Addressed to the Guidance Office (No stamp)

Keep an eye on admissions deadlines

Tips to Keep in Mind 1 Select a teacher who can highlight your

strengths

2 Select a teacher who is enthusiastic about writing this recommendation for you

3 Select a teacher who supports the program you are entering or who is an alumni

Letters from Counselors

bull Does the UniversityCollege require them

bull Some institutions need a counselor form completed

bull Fill out the Student Recommendation Form

ldquoBrag Sheetrdquo

Letters from CoachesEmployersAdviso

rs

Only ask for these if you are- Currently working in a field related

to your intended major- Planning to play sports in college- Taking leadership roles in activities

NCAA Clearing Housebull For Division 1 and Division 2

participation as a freshmenbull Must register with

wwwncaaclearinghousenet

Letters of Recommendation

bull In situations where all else is equal such as GPA SAT score and essays the recommendation can be THE distinguishing factor in being accepted

bull The more specific a student is when they fill out their recommendation form (Brag Sheet) the more detailed and thorough their letter of recommendation will be

bull UPDATE Some schools donrsquot ask for letters of recommendation so make sure to know which schools

want them and which schools donrsquotFor example PSU West Chester University

Letters of Recommendation

From Teachers

From Counselors

From CoachesEmployersAdvisors

Letters from Teachers

Ask at least 2 teachersbull It helps if the teacher

ndash Knows you for excelling in classndash Knows you for more than 1 yearndash Be careful with the common

application

Please give teachers at least 2 weeks to write letters of

recommendation

When You AskhellipWhat to have ready when approaching a teacher

for a letter of recommendation

- Activity Resume- GPA ndash see your counselor- Student Recommendation Form

ldquoBrag Sheetrdquo- Envelope

- Addressed to the college of your choice (Remember a stamp)

- Addressed to the Guidance Office (No stamp)

Keep an eye on admissions deadlines

Tips to Keep in Mind 1 Select a teacher who can highlight your

strengths

2 Select a teacher who is enthusiastic about writing this recommendation for you

3 Select a teacher who supports the program you are entering or who is an alumni

Letters from Counselors

bull Does the UniversityCollege require them

bull Some institutions need a counselor form completed

bull Fill out the Student Recommendation Form

ldquoBrag Sheetrdquo

Letters from CoachesEmployersAdviso

rs

Only ask for these if you are- Currently working in a field related

to your intended major- Planning to play sports in college- Taking leadership roles in activities

NCAA Clearing Housebull For Division 1 and Division 2

participation as a freshmenbull Must register with

wwwncaaclearinghousenet

Letters of Recommendation

From Teachers

From Counselors

From CoachesEmployersAdvisors

Letters from Teachers

Ask at least 2 teachersbull It helps if the teacher

ndash Knows you for excelling in classndash Knows you for more than 1 yearndash Be careful with the common

application

Please give teachers at least 2 weeks to write letters of

recommendation

When You AskhellipWhat to have ready when approaching a teacher

for a letter of recommendation

- Activity Resume- GPA ndash see your counselor- Student Recommendation Form

ldquoBrag Sheetrdquo- Envelope

- Addressed to the college of your choice (Remember a stamp)

- Addressed to the Guidance Office (No stamp)

Keep an eye on admissions deadlines

Tips to Keep in Mind 1 Select a teacher who can highlight your

strengths

2 Select a teacher who is enthusiastic about writing this recommendation for you

3 Select a teacher who supports the program you are entering or who is an alumni

Letters from Counselors

bull Does the UniversityCollege require them

bull Some institutions need a counselor form completed

bull Fill out the Student Recommendation Form

ldquoBrag Sheetrdquo

Letters from CoachesEmployersAdviso

rs

Only ask for these if you are- Currently working in a field related

to your intended major- Planning to play sports in college- Taking leadership roles in activities

NCAA Clearing Housebull For Division 1 and Division 2

participation as a freshmenbull Must register with

wwwncaaclearinghousenet

Letters from Teachers

Ask at least 2 teachersbull It helps if the teacher

ndash Knows you for excelling in classndash Knows you for more than 1 yearndash Be careful with the common

application

Please give teachers at least 2 weeks to write letters of

recommendation

When You AskhellipWhat to have ready when approaching a teacher

for a letter of recommendation

- Activity Resume- GPA ndash see your counselor- Student Recommendation Form

ldquoBrag Sheetrdquo- Envelope

- Addressed to the college of your choice (Remember a stamp)

- Addressed to the Guidance Office (No stamp)

Keep an eye on admissions deadlines

Tips to Keep in Mind 1 Select a teacher who can highlight your

strengths

2 Select a teacher who is enthusiastic about writing this recommendation for you

3 Select a teacher who supports the program you are entering or who is an alumni

Letters from Counselors

bull Does the UniversityCollege require them

bull Some institutions need a counselor form completed

bull Fill out the Student Recommendation Form

ldquoBrag Sheetrdquo

Letters from CoachesEmployersAdviso

rs

Only ask for these if you are- Currently working in a field related

to your intended major- Planning to play sports in college- Taking leadership roles in activities

NCAA Clearing Housebull For Division 1 and Division 2

participation as a freshmenbull Must register with

wwwncaaclearinghousenet

When You AskhellipWhat to have ready when approaching a teacher

for a letter of recommendation

- Activity Resume- GPA ndash see your counselor- Student Recommendation Form

ldquoBrag Sheetrdquo- Envelope

- Addressed to the college of your choice (Remember a stamp)

- Addressed to the Guidance Office (No stamp)

Keep an eye on admissions deadlines

Tips to Keep in Mind 1 Select a teacher who can highlight your

strengths

2 Select a teacher who is enthusiastic about writing this recommendation for you

3 Select a teacher who supports the program you are entering or who is an alumni

Letters from Counselors

bull Does the UniversityCollege require them

bull Some institutions need a counselor form completed

bull Fill out the Student Recommendation Form

ldquoBrag Sheetrdquo

Letters from CoachesEmployersAdviso

rs

Only ask for these if you are- Currently working in a field related

to your intended major- Planning to play sports in college- Taking leadership roles in activities

NCAA Clearing Housebull For Division 1 and Division 2

participation as a freshmenbull Must register with

wwwncaaclearinghousenet

Tips to Keep in Mind 1 Select a teacher who can highlight your

strengths

2 Select a teacher who is enthusiastic about writing this recommendation for you

3 Select a teacher who supports the program you are entering or who is an alumni

Letters from Counselors

bull Does the UniversityCollege require them

bull Some institutions need a counselor form completed

bull Fill out the Student Recommendation Form

ldquoBrag Sheetrdquo

Letters from CoachesEmployersAdviso

rs

Only ask for these if you are- Currently working in a field related

to your intended major- Planning to play sports in college- Taking leadership roles in activities

NCAA Clearing Housebull For Division 1 and Division 2

participation as a freshmenbull Must register with

wwwncaaclearinghousenet

Letters from Counselors

bull Does the UniversityCollege require them

bull Some institutions need a counselor form completed

bull Fill out the Student Recommendation Form

ldquoBrag Sheetrdquo

Letters from CoachesEmployersAdviso

rs

Only ask for these if you are- Currently working in a field related

to your intended major- Planning to play sports in college- Taking leadership roles in activities

NCAA Clearing Housebull For Division 1 and Division 2

participation as a freshmenbull Must register with

wwwncaaclearinghousenet

Letters from CoachesEmployersAdviso

rs

Only ask for these if you are- Currently working in a field related

to your intended major- Planning to play sports in college- Taking leadership roles in activities

NCAA Clearing Housebull For Division 1 and Division 2

participation as a freshmenbull Must register with

wwwncaaclearinghousenet

NCAA Clearing Housebull For Division 1 and Division 2

participation as a freshmenbull Must register with

wwwncaaclearinghousenet

Financial Aid

bull Once you get acceptedhellipthen itrsquos time to figure out how the bills get paid

Financial Aid NightAvon Grove High School

To Be DeterminedhellipEarly January 2014

Financial Aid NightAvon Grove High School

To Be DeterminedhellipEarly January 2014

FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243)Paper ApplicationOn-Line Applicationbull wwwpinedgov (2 PINs needed-

Student and Parent)bull wwwfafsaedgov

ndash File after January 1 2014ndash Deadline June 30 2014

Selective Servicebull Males age 18-25 must register to

be eligible for FederalState Financial Aid

bull 1-888-655-1825bull wwwsssgovbull Can register on the FAFSA form

PHEAA (Pennsylvania Higher Education

Assistance Agency)1-800-692-7392wwwpheaaorgwwwpasfaaorgFile FAFSA before May 1 2014 to

qualify

CSSFinancial Aid PROFILE

Required by some schools to award Non-Federal Aid

1-305-829-9793 or 1-800-778-6888httpprofileonlinecollegeboardcombull There is a general registration feebull Plus a fee for each school report sentbull The list of schools requiring the PROFILE can be

found on the form on-line or by contacting the individual schoolrsquos Financial Aid Office

Institutional Applications

Check with each schoolrsquos Financial Aid Office to inquire if they have

their own financial aid forms

Selective Servicebull Males age 18-25 must register to

be eligible for FederalState Financial Aid

bull 1-888-655-1825bull wwwsssgovbull Can register on the FAFSA form

PHEAA (Pennsylvania Higher Education

Assistance Agency)1-800-692-7392wwwpheaaorgwwwpasfaaorgFile FAFSA before May 1 2014 to

qualify

CSSFinancial Aid PROFILE

Required by some schools to award Non-Federal Aid

1-305-829-9793 or 1-800-778-6888httpprofileonlinecollegeboardcombull There is a general registration feebull Plus a fee for each school report sentbull The list of schools requiring the PROFILE can be

found on the form on-line or by contacting the individual schoolrsquos Financial Aid Office

Institutional Applications

Check with each schoolrsquos Financial Aid Office to inquire if they have

their own financial aid forms

PHEAA (Pennsylvania Higher Education

Assistance Agency)1-800-692-7392wwwpheaaorgwwwpasfaaorgFile FAFSA before May 1 2014 to

qualify

CSSFinancial Aid PROFILE

Required by some schools to award Non-Federal Aid

1-305-829-9793 or 1-800-778-6888httpprofileonlinecollegeboardcombull There is a general registration feebull Plus a fee for each school report sentbull The list of schools requiring the PROFILE can be

found on the form on-line or by contacting the individual schoolrsquos Financial Aid Office

Institutional Applications

Check with each schoolrsquos Financial Aid Office to inquire if they have

their own financial aid forms

CSSFinancial Aid PROFILE

Required by some schools to award Non-Federal Aid

1-305-829-9793 or 1-800-778-6888httpprofileonlinecollegeboardcombull There is a general registration feebull Plus a fee for each school report sentbull The list of schools requiring the PROFILE can be

found on the form on-line or by contacting the individual schoolrsquos Financial Aid Office

Institutional Applications

Check with each schoolrsquos Financial Aid Office to inquire if they have

their own financial aid forms

Institutional Applications

Check with each schoolrsquos Financial Aid Office to inquire if they have

their own financial aid forms

Financial Aid Fallsinto 2 Categories

bull Need-basedndash Depends on the cost of college and

your familyrsquos ability to pay these costs

bull Merit-basedndash Usually awarded in recognition of

special skills or academic ability

4 Types of Financial Aid1 Scholarships

2 Grants

3 Work Study

4 Loans (from the federal 5 )

Scholarshipsbull Definition

bull Sourcesndash Privatendash Colleges themselvesndash Publicgovernment

Award Factorsbull Academic achievementbull Athletic abilitybull Artistic abilitybull Choice of majorbull Financial needbull Ethnicity gender or other group

membership

Locating Scholarshipsbull Colleges of interest and their

financial aid officebull Guidance web pagebull Internet search sitesbull wwwfinaidorgbull Employersbull Local organizations

4 Types of Financial Aid1 Scholarships

2 Grants

3 Work Study

4 Loans (from the federal 5 )

Scholarshipsbull Definition

bull Sourcesndash Privatendash Colleges themselvesndash Publicgovernment

Award Factorsbull Academic achievementbull Athletic abilitybull Artistic abilitybull Choice of majorbull Financial needbull Ethnicity gender or other group

membership

Locating Scholarshipsbull Colleges of interest and their

financial aid officebull Guidance web pagebull Internet search sitesbull wwwfinaidorgbull Employersbull Local organizations

Scholarshipsbull Definition

bull Sourcesndash Privatendash Colleges themselvesndash Publicgovernment

Award Factorsbull Academic achievementbull Athletic abilitybull Artistic abilitybull Choice of majorbull Financial needbull Ethnicity gender or other group

membership

Locating Scholarshipsbull Colleges of interest and their

financial aid officebull Guidance web pagebull Internet search sitesbull wwwfinaidorgbull Employersbull Local organizations

Award Factorsbull Academic achievementbull Athletic abilitybull Artistic abilitybull Choice of majorbull Financial needbull Ethnicity gender or other group

membership

Locating Scholarshipsbull Colleges of interest and their

financial aid officebull Guidance web pagebull Internet search sitesbull wwwfinaidorgbull Employersbull Local organizations

Locating Scholarshipsbull Colleges of interest and their

financial aid officebull Guidance web pagebull Internet search sitesbull wwwfinaidorgbull Employersbull Local organizations

Scholarships (continued)

bull Scamndash ldquoThis scholarship is guaranteed or your

money backrdquondash ldquoYou canrsquot get this information anywhere

elserdquondash ldquoMay I have your credit card or bank

account number to hold this scholarshiprdquondash Remember if it sounds too good to be

true it probably is

QuestionsAnd Survey

QuestionsAnd Survey

• College Application Night
• Overview of the College Identification Process
• Applying to College
• How Likely Is Your Student to be Admitted to Penn State
• SAT Scores for PSU Main Campus
• Acceptance tohellip
• The Process of Applying
• Admission Tests
• Slide 9
• Guidance Procedures
• Transcript Request
• Your Audience Admissions Officers Reflect on Application Essay
• Getting Started
• Slide 14
• Reusing your Essays
• Whoops
• Typical Questions
• Letters of Recommendation
• Letters of Recommendation (2)
• Letters from Teachers
• When You Askhellip
• Tips to Keep in Mind
• Letters from Counselors
• Letters from CoachesEmployersAdvisors
• NCAA Clearing House
• Financial Aid
• Financial Aid Night Avon Grove High School To Be Determinedhellip E
• FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
• Selective Service
• PHEAA (Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency)
• CSSFinancial Aid PROFILE
• Institutional Applications
• Financial Aid Falls into 2 Categories
• 4 Types of Financial Aid
• Scholarships
• Award Factors
• Locating Scholarships
• Scholarships (continued)
• Questions And Survey

QuestionsAnd Survey

QuestionsAnd Survey

• College Application Night
• Overview of the College Identification Process
• Applying to College
• How Likely Is Your Student to be Admitted to Penn State
• SAT Scores for PSU Main Campus
• Acceptance tohellip
• The Process of Applying
• Admission Tests
• Slide 9
• Guidance Procedures
• Transcript Request
• Your Audience Admissions Officers Reflect on Application Essay
• Getting Started
• Slide 14
• Reusing your Essays
• Whoops
• Typical Questions
• Letters of Recommendation
• Letters of Recommendation (2)
• Letters from Teachers
• When You Askhellip
• Tips to Keep in Mind
• Letters from Counselors
• Letters from CoachesEmployersAdvisors
• NCAA Clearing House
• Financial Aid
• Financial Aid Night Avon Grove High School To Be Determinedhellip E
• FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
• Selective Service
• PHEAA (Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency)
• CSSFinancial Aid PROFILE
• Institutional Applications
• Financial Aid Falls into 2 Categories
• 4 Types of Financial Aid
• Scholarships
• Award Factors
• Locating Scholarships
• Scholarships (continued)
• Questions And Survey