Finding the Right FitMs. Lisa LassandrelloSchool Counselor, Merit House

Mrs. Nicole LiskaSchool Counselor, Spirit House

• This refers to the match between the student and the college

• In a good match--both flourish• Two main components:

- Characteristics of Student- Characteristics of the College

•Person•Program•Place•People •Price

• What is your academic profile-SAT/GPA?• What are your interests and activities?• What kind of student/learner are you?• What are your goals and values?

• Area of Study• Specialized Major (post-graduate options)• Academic Rigor• Type of Curriculum• College’s Mission & Philosophy • Career Development Assistance

• Geographic location • Setting- rural, urban, suburban• Environment/Atmosphere/Activities• Size

•With whom will you learn?•Number of faculty & students?

•Professors?•Mentors?•Networking opportunities?

• Costs range from approximately $4,500 for a community college to over $60,000 for an Ivy League per year

• Net cost

• Remember that many colleges have outstanding scholarships & financial aid

• Choose several colleges including one that your family can afford

• Community colleges tend to be the “best buy” in schools; a good idea is to apply to at least one state school or community college

• Identify the most important factors in your decision

• Rank these factors • Begin your search

• Research a variety of schools • Utilize Schoolinks• Attend College Visits at MVHS• Attend College Fairs• Visit College Campuses while they

are in session. Arrange visit through Admissions Office.

• Generally colleges require:– 4 years of English– 3-4 years of Math– 3-4 years of Lab Science– Most recommend 3 years of Social Studies– Some require 2 years of a foreign language– Look at the average ACT/SAT scores

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Be sure to check each college’s website!

SCHOOLINKS● College and Career Readiness platform● Used for exploring & researching

post-secondary options● 2020 we will be using SchooLinks to publicize

college visits & scholarship opportunities

Steps to Onboarding● Login to your Single Sign On page

● Click on SchooLinks Logo

● Welcome Page○ Click on “Let’s Get Started”○ Complete Onboarding