Puyallup School District Graduate Follow-up and Post Secondary Participation

Presented by Jay Reifel, Assistant Superintendent

Puyallup School District

March 26, 2009

Enrollment in College Class of 2004, 2005, 2007

50

55

60

65

70

Percent in college

2004 2005 2007

Class

2004

2005

2007

2 Year College54%

Other 4 Year Private College

6%

Other 4 Year Public College

5%

WA 4 Year Private College

6%

WA 4 Year Public College

29%

Type of College Attended by Those in College Class of 2005

2 Year College 54%

WA 4 Year Public College

28%

WA 4 Year Private College

5%

Other 4 Year Public College

7%

Other 4 Year Private College

6%

Type of College Attended by Those in College Class of 2007

Programs that Encourage Post Secondary Participation

• Turn Around Schools– “No Excuses University”

• I’m Going to College Program– Northwest Education Loan Association (NELA)

• AVID– Advancement Via Individual Determination

• College Fairs – Green River Community College, 8th grade fair– Puyallup Fair “Fair”, 9th-12th grade– High School Fairs, 10th-12th grade– Historically Black College Fair, 8th–12th grade

• College Admission Requirements Posters– http://www.puyallup.k12.wa.us/studentprograms/collegeplanning/CollegeAdmission.cfm

University of Washington Admission Requirements

Required:Common Application

For highest consideration, application is due December 1 for autumn or summer admission.$50.00 feeFinal closing date is January 15 for autumn or summer admission.

High School Curriculum required:4 years of English 3 years of Math3 years of Social Science 2 years of Science (one year must be a lab).5 year of Visual or Performing Arts.5 year of an Academic Elective2 years of a Foreign Language

AP courses – highly recommendedPersonal Statement – Short Essay Short narrative of activities SAT: UW must receive SAT results no later than January 15 of the year you are entering school. Middle 50% score: Math 580- 690, Critical Reading 550- 680, Critical Writing 530- 660.

Class Ranking: 38% in top 10% 62% in top 25% 91% in top 50%

GPA: 26% have a GPA of 3.75 or higher 22% have a 3.50 - 3.74 21% have a 3.25 - 3.49 19% have a 3.00 - 3.24 11% have a 2.50 - 2.99

Washington State University Admission Requirements

Required:Application

Priority date for freshman applications for fall semester is January 31 and October 1 for spring semester.$50.00 application fee

High School Curriculum4 years of English (including at least 3 years of composition and literature)3 years of Math (one year each of algebra, geometry, and algebra II; an additional year

as a senior is recommended)3 years of Social Science (including at least one year of history)2 years of Science (including one year of lab science; biology, chemistry, physics or

principles of technology)2 years of Foreign Language (of a single foreign language, Native American language,

or American Sign language) 1 year of Arts (fine, visual, or performing arts or an additional year of the courses

listed above)

Personal StatementSAT I: Critical Reasoning 490- 600, Math 520- 630, Composite 1010- 1210

Class Ranking: 38% in top 10% of high school class 62% in top 25% 91% in top 50%

GPA: 26% have a GPA of 3.75 or higher 22% have a 3.50 and 3.74 21% have a 3.25 and 3.49 19% have a 3.00 and 3.24 12% have a 2.50 and 2.99

Bates Technical College Admission Requirements

Required:Common Enrollment Application

$53.50 non-refundable application fee (subject to change)COMPASS (placement) Test

Results determine placement in 100-level core academic classes in communications, human relations, and mathematics.

High School Graduate, or…Technical High School -- Eligible high school students between the ages of 16 and 20 may register in career education programs, earning both college and high school completion credits simultaneously. Running Start -- Eligible high school juniors and seniors register in their own school district for the Running Start program and complete coursework at Bates.

Educational OptionsAssociate of Technology Degree Certificate of CompetencyAssociate of Applied Science – Transferable Degree Certificate of Training

Career ProgramsCommunications Technology: Audio & Sound, Broadcast Production, Digital Media, Electronic Equipment ServiceAdvanced Technologies & Computer Science: Computer Networking, Database Management, Industrial Technology, Information Technology, Web and Software Development, Wireless and Advanced CommunicationsAutomotive/Engine Repair/Truck Driving: Auto Body Rebuilding, Automotive Mechanic, Commercial Truck Driving, Diesel and Heavy Mechanic, Power SportsBusiness & Office: Accounting/Bookkeeping, Administrative Medical, Administrative Office, Legal Office, Marketing and Business Management, Medical Transcriptionist, Vehicle Parts and Accessories MarketingConstruction & Skilled Trades: Boat Building, Architectural Cabinet Making, Carpentry, Electrical Construction, Facilities Maintenance, HVAC/R, Machinist, Sheet Metal, WeldingEngineering: Architectural, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Fire Protection, Land SurveyingHealthcare & Medical: Biotechnology, Dental Assisting, Dental Lab, Denturist, Hearing Instrument, Practical NursingPersonal & Public Service: Apparel Construction & Patternmaking, Barber/Stylist, Child Care/Early Education, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Fire Service

Pierce CollegeAdmission Requirements

Easy Enrollment Steps:

ApplicationSubmit an admissions form (Due dates: December 1 for fall quarter, September 1 for winter quarter, January 1 for spring quarter, March 1 for summer quarter)No application feeYou may also apply online Submit your application at any time

Enrollment – You may enroll if any of the following are true.

• You are 18 years of age or older• Your high school class has graduated• You are a high school graduate or have earned a GED• You have qualified for admission through Running Start or similar programs

Explore financial aid optionsTake the Pierce College Placement TestMeet with an advisorRegister and pay tuition

College Bound Scholarship Program