Copyright, 1996 © Dale Carnegie & Associates, Inc.

KICK-OFF TO COLLEGE

Presented by:

Creekview High School

Student Services

What are we doing

for your student?

• College Planning Groups through History classes

• ACT/SAT—Which one is best for me?

• How to apply and send transcripts

• Scholarship opportunities

Five subtests given: English Math Reading Science Reasoning *Writing *optional, but

recommended

Subtest and Composite scores range from 1-36

If taken multiple times, student selects scores to be sent

Given at Creekview: Feb. 9 (www.actstudent.org to register)

SAT I3 Subtests given:

• Critical Reading• Math• Writing

Scores range from 200-800

If taken multiple times, student selects scores to be sent

Given at Creekview: March 9www.collegeboard.org to register

COUNSELOR RECOMMENDATIONS

Current Math Course Course rigor—Honors or AP courses PSAT percentiles from sophomore year

SAT success requires stronger Reasoning Skills

Recommendation based on:

ACT success requires exposure to College Prep

curriculum

Students planning on attending a 2-Year or Technical

College do not have to take either the ACT or SAT

SAT II

Required by many highly selective colleges/universities for admission Examples include:

• Duke University• Harvard University • Georgetown University

Can take up to three subject tests on a test dateExamples include: US History, Calculus, Chemistry,

Physics, Literature

Special Testing and Accommodations

ACTContact your child’s caseholder at the

beginning of the year to fill out a request for accommodations

PSAT/SAT/APSSD (Services for Students with Disabilities) paperwork needs to be filled out during sophomore-year annual reviews.

All accommodations must be approved and in place

within the classroom/school for a student to be eligible for national test accommodations.

Examples of Test Preparation

Courses SAT Prep Creekview HS The Huntington Exam Prep Center PSAT given in grades 9, 10 and 11

Materials Workbooks, software, and online programs ACT and SAT websites offer test prep Georgia College 411 website

Counselor’s Role in the application process

Provide information—Student Services Website

Help support your family in the college discussion

Help your family make the application process manageable

Help create a realistic and comfortable list of schools

If needed…write a recommendation

College Search Overview

Finding a good match Junior meetings with counselor Decide on criteria—size, location, cost, major Attend college representative visits at Creekview Campus visits - size, location, major Probe Fairs GACollege411 Online college searches/comparisons Want to start early? Dual Enrollment

College Search Overview (cont.)

Understanding the entrance requirements

Subject patterns (course rigor) GPA & Class rank Test scores* Applications and essays Activities Recommendations Auditions and Portfolios

*Students must request test scores be sent directly

from ACT & College Board (SAT, AP)

College Search TimelineJUNIOR YEAR

November Get information from Counselors

during class advisement week

2nd Semester Start College Visits & Research

February—June Take the ACT and /or SAT

All Year Work on Grades Summer Continue research & visits

College Search TimelineSENIOR YEAR

August– September→ Complete Research—List of schools to which you

plan to apply September – November → Complete

Applications November – February → Apply for financial aid

and search for scholarships

March – May → Final decisions made May 1→ Notify your school of your

decision and request final transcript

Organizing Applications

Apply to some “stretch” schools… - schools one would like to attend, but

may not fully meet admissions criteria

Apply to some “within reach” schools…- schools where GPA, test scores and activities are very similar to published guidelines

Apply to some “safety” schools…- schools that have open admission or where GPA and Test scores exceed guidelines

TWO-YEAR COLLEGES

For students seeking certification in a technical field

Chattahoochee Tech now open in Canton

For students seeking 2 year Associate degree

Credits transfer to 4 year colleges

Local Examples—GA Perimeter College; Georgia Highlands

Technical Colleges Community Colleges

Research Universities

Year established: 1785

Undergrad enrollment: 26,142 students

Application fee: $60 Tuition, fees,

housing, meals= approx. $20,820

Year established: 1885

Undergrad enrollment: 14,527

students

Application fee: $65

Tuition, fees, housing, meals=

approx. $22,254

Admission

Applications Received: 18,954

Applicants Admitted: 10,454

Freshmen Enrolled: 4,950 Mid 50% GPA: 3.73—4.03 Mid 50% SAT Critical Read,

Math, & Write: 1790-2040 Mid 50% ACT Composite:

27--31

Applications Received: 14,731

Applicants Admitted: 8,036

Freshmen Enrolled: 2,650 Mid 50% GPA: 3.77—4.08 Mid 50% SAT Crit Read,

Math & Write: 1960-2160 Mid 50% ACT Composite:

28--32

Regional Colleges and State Colleges & Universities

• Some smaller in size

• Entrance Criteria less competitive

• Many students from Atlanta Metro area

Out of State - State Schools

Selectivity differs from state to state, with the Universities of Michigan, Wisconsin, Virginia, Texas, North Carolina, and Florida among the Most Competitive for out-of-state students.

Be aware of specific program requirements School environment varies greatly from

campus to campus Degree Completion Contracts Cost range $25,000 - $46,000 per year Academic Common Market

Small Private Colleges~ Cost range $24,000 - $59,000

► Chance for financial assistance

~ Admissions criteria: High school coursework Grades in courses Involvement/Activities or Job/Work Test Scores Essay/Personal Statement

Upward trend in coursework important…

most schools evaluate based on the “whole” person

Two Types ofFINANCIAL AID

I. Gift Aid Scholarships Grants

II. Self-help Aid Loans Student Work-study Programs

Financial Aid comes from…

Federal Grants, Loans, Work-study

State Hope Scholarship

Hope Grant College Grants,

Institutional loans, Scholarships

FAFSA

FreeApplication

forFederalStudentAid

AID SEQUENCEFree Application for Federal Student Aid

(January 1 – March 1)

Needs Analysis Center(crunch numbers)

Student Aid Report(EFC – Expected Family Contribution)

Award Letter(from each college, after acceptance)

College Financial Aid Package might include…

Loans Work study Grants Scholarships

FAFSA and the Process…(continued)

The FAFSA can be completed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov → turnaround time is 72 hours!

Before starting the FAFSA, register for a PIN on the same website.

FAFSA on the Web Worksheet ∙ Pre-application available online in November

and December (NOT to be submitted to FAFSA)

Helpful Financial Aid Websites

www.gsfc.org Georgia Student Finance Corporation www.fafsa.ed.gov Free Application for Federal

Student Aid

Reputable college scholarship search sites:www.collegeanswer.comwww.fastweb.com

Student Services Website Private scholarships Local scholarships

Any agency that charges a fee to help students find scholarships is suspect and possibly a SCAM!

Important Date to Remember!

Tuesday,December 4

Financial Aid Planning SeminarCreekview High School

Theater7:00pm

Sponsored by: Georgia Student Finance Corporation

NCAA Requirements

Review requirements for eligibility at NCAA—www.eligibilitycenter.org

After Junior year, register with the NCAA

Eligibility Center if you are being recruited(For Division I & Division II schools only).

Communicate with coach, counselor, and school’s admissions office.

NAIA—www.playnaia.org

Questions?

Student Services WebsitePresentation

Thank You for attending!

Have a good evening!