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Yuna Seo- Counseling Office Manager
Andy Mennick Jennifer Dorn Yolanda Edwards
College Meeting for G11 Parents
KIS College Counselors
Patrick Cunningham
Today’s Topics
● Roles and Responsibilities
● Finding a Match
● Trusted Sources
● College Search Resources
Roles & Responsibilities 11th GradeCounselor/School Student Parent
● Share resources● Provide Information● Advise● Monitor overall process● Provide information of
upcoming events
● Attend College Rep visits● Research
colleges/universities● Ask teachers for letters of
recommendation (4+ weeks notice)
● Proofread your transcript● Take appropriate tests● Respond to emails
● Discuss openly the financial college budget
● Help gather information● Provide opportunities to
visit college campuses if possible
● Help your student identify his/her strengths
Roles & Responsibilities 12th GradeCounselor/School Student Parent
● Manage sending of all school documents
● Maintain records of what was sent & when
● Monitor overall process● Remind students of
upcoming KIS deadlines● Provide information of
upcoming events● Collect teachers’ letters of
recommendation● Help students compile all
of the pieces needed for their applications
● Attend College Rep visits● Research
colleges/universities● Proofread your transcript● Take appropriate tests● Fill out applications● Respond to emails● Keep copies of forms● Keep accurate records of all
online applications & communications
● Keep Maia Learning updated
● WATCH DEADLINES
● Discuss openly the financial college budget
● Help gather information● Provide opportunities to
visit college campuses if possible
● Help your student identify his/her strengths
● Assist your student in management of deadlines
● Prepare financial documents (Cert. of Finances, Bank Letters, CSS Profile)
Parent RoleBalance is key- support your child, but let them lead the process
Encourage your child- be their best advocate
Enjoy your limited time together!
M….majorA….activitiesT….territoryC….costH….help
Finding a Good
College Match!Why is a good MATCH important?
Major* Academic programs
* Research, internship, co-op, and study abroad opportunities
* Academic fit: review last year’s admitted student profile and admission requirements
Or?
Activities
*Athletics
*Art, Music, Drama
* Community Service
* Greek Life (fraternities and sororities)
* What is the campus culture?
Territory* Rural? Suburban? Urban?
* Is it in a college town or part of a large city?
* Is it a small and intimate campus? A large one?
* Where do students spend their time?
* Transportation options?
* Weather
Cost* Cost of attendance
* Availability of scholarships and work study
* Financial aid for international students
* “Need-blind” or “need-aware” admissions
*Don’t be afraid to say you are in need of financial aid-
more likely to get the support if you are up front in the beginning
Help* Academic support
* Job placement assistance
* Availability of the faculty
* International student support
Trusted Sources
● KIS College Counselor
● University Admissions/College Visits/University Website
KIS College CounselorsLicensed Qualified Professionals
Unbiased advice about university options and admission processes
Direct communication and relationships with universities
Student advocateTip: We are available to answer questions via email, phone, and individual meetings. Please don’t hesitate to reach out. Translation is available.We are here to help!
University AdmissionsEmployees of universities who advise, recruit, and review applications
Provides specific and accurate information about their university
Reliably help gauge a student’s qualification for admission
Tip: KIS hosts over 140 college/university representatives each school year for your students to meet with.
Independent Educational Consultant● Hired and paid by students and
parents for advice● Independent from high schools
and universities
International Student Recruitment Agency or Agent● Usually paid by partner
universities by commission● Most likely to recommend
universities they represent● May help with other universities
Tip: Even if a university has a partnership with an agent, you are not required to use that agent to submit an application.
Tip: Ask what professional organizations they belong to.
● National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)
● Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA)
● Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA)
College Search Resources
College Websites
Maia Learning www.maialearning.com
Big Future bigfuture.collegeboard.org/
College Navigator https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/
Unigo- https://www.unigo.com/
Books- Fiske Guide, Colleges That Change Lives, Princeton Review, Ultimate Guide
Search Engine
College ListHave 15-20 colleges with a range of selectivity thoroughly researched so that you can settle on your final list to apply to in the fall15-20 schools in
“colleges I’m thinking about” during 2nd semester
Testing Timeline for JuniorsGoal: Two SAT or ACT scores & Two Subject test scores by end of junior year
December 7 March 14 May 2 June 6 Summer August 2020
October 2020
SAT & Subject
SATonly
SAT & Subject
Subjectonly
TOEFL or IELTS
SAT & Subject
SAT & Subject
Rec SAT1st time
Rec SAT2nd time
AP ExamsLast test for Early Apps
Rec 2 Subjects
Last test for Regular
Apps
http://www.compassprep.com/subject-test-requirements-and-recommendations/
Subject Tests Required for only 13 schools worldwide (9 in the U.S.)
Test Optional/Flexible★ 850+ schools don’t require test scores fairtest.org
Test Optional Test Flexible
● Northeastern University ● Embry-Riddle
● George Washington University ● New York University
● Michigan State University ● Wesleyan University
● New York Institute of Technology ● University of Rochester
● University of Washington ● School of the Art Institute of Chicago
● Florida Institute of Technology ● Colorado College
● Pitzer College CA ● Middlebury College
Please see our website (https://kishscounseling.weebly.com/) for helpful information and resources (including today’s presentation)
Questions?
