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Senior Meeting Agenda • • • • • •
Meet Your Counselor Transcript Military Options Career Readiness College Information Family Connections
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Testing NCAA Eligibility Scholarships Financial Aid
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NFHS Guidance Department Ms. Market Dr. Russell Ms. Bednarz Mrs. Dreher
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9th grade Mrs. Duncan Mrs. McKenzie
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GPA Class Rank
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Graduation Recognitions • Diploma of Distinction • Academic Honors Award • Honor Graduate • Major Completer
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Joining the Military? • Take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) – Test will be given October 11th @ NFHS - No fee – Registration Deadline – September 22nd
• Contact a Recruiter
• Recruiters may be available during lunch
• Websites
– www.todaysmilitary.com – www.military.com 6
Questions to Ask the Recruiter •
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When do I take the ASVAB? – – –
Be prepared and score as high as possible Recruiters may give you a practice test You can buy a study guide for the ASVAB
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Joining entails qualifying by testing and taking a physical After qualifying you pick your job and swear-in Discuss when you are available to leave
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Make sure you understand what job you have been assigned Know when you are leaving for basic training
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Government issued ID Social Security Card High school diploma Birth certificate
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Complete medical history Legal infractions – traffic tickets, misdemeanors, felonies, etc.
How soon will I leave for training?
When will I get my job assigned?
What documents do I need to start the recruiting process?
Do you need my complete medical and legal history?
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Post 9/11 GI Bill Tuition Assistance • http://www.military.com/education/gi-bill • http://www.military.com/education/moneyfor-school/tuition-assistance-ta-programoverview.html • http://www.military.com/education/gibill/tuition-top-up-program.html
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Entering the Workforce? • Secure a position before the end of the school year – Create Resume – Complete Applications – Interview Preparation
• Websites – – – – – – –
www.bls.gov/ooh www.acinet.org www.myfuture.com www.careerbuilder.com www.monster.com www.quintcareers.com www.jobcorps.gov
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Going to College? • Select 3-5 schools you would like to attend
– Type of School: 4-YR, 2-YR, Technical, Vocational – Research admission requirements, campus size, majors offered, extracurricular activities
• Campus Visits/Open Houses
– Seniors are allowed 2 college visit days – Must bring a letter to Attendance stating you were there for a visit within 5 days of the absence to be excused
• Take SAT/ACT/COMPASS (as needed) – Fee Waivers (Google Form)
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Types of Colleges • Technical Colleges
– Ex: York Tech, Midlands Tech, Tri-County Tech
• 2-YR Colleges
– Ex: USC Lancaster, Spartanburg Methodist
• 4-YR Colleges
– Ex: USC Columbia, Clemson, Winthrop 11
2-YR/Technical College Admission • COMPASS Placement Test – Offered @ York Tech Monday-Saturday • Check website for schedule http://yorktech.edu/assess/asset.php
– No Fee • Fee charged to send scores to another college
• SAT/ACT may be required • Transfer Programs – Articulation Agreements • www.sctrac.org
– Possible Transfer Issues 12
4-YR College Admission • Specific courses required – 3 lab sciences (physical science is not a lab science), 2-3 units of foreign language, 1 unit of fine arts; 1 math beyond Algebra 2; CP level course work
• SAT/ACT • GPA/Class Rank • Bridge Programs 13
Can You Get In Where You Fit In???
Admission Statistics Average weighted GPA: 4.6 Average SAT: 1250-1400 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 27-31
Admission Statistics Weighted GPA MidRange: 3.61-4.39 SAT Mid-Range: 12001340 (1600 scale) ACT Mid-Range: 25-30
Resource: College Admissions Statistics http://nfhs.fort-mill.k12.sc.us/group_profile_view.aspx?id=ee977d6b4841-4494-acba-86e350175515
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SAT/ACT • Registration deadlines are usually 4-6 weeks prior to the test date • Practice Questions/Tests are available on these websites • Students with an IEP/504 Plan may request accommodations… see your counselor
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National Center for Fair & Open Testing • Some colleges/universities either do not use or deemphasize the use of standardized tests (SAT/ACT) to admit students • In some cases SAT/ACT scores may be required but used for placement purposes or to conduct research studies, not for admission purposes • For a complete listing of participating colleges/universities, visit www.fairtest.org 16
Recommendations • Request Recommendations Early!! – At least 2-3 weeks in advance
• Provide Teacher/Counselor with Necessary Information – School/Organization Name – Reason for the Recommendation (admissions, scholarship, etc.) – Deadline (Mailed or Returned to Student) – Provide a Stamped/Addressed Envelope (if needed)
• Student Profile/Resume (Guidance webpage) 17
College Application Process Use the AT&T Method! • Complete and submit APPLICATIONS
– Online applications are preferred – Check Deadlines (Application vs. Credentials) • Early Decision, Early Action, Early Notification
– Essays & Recommendations
• Use Family Connections to Request Transcript – Family Connections transcript request – Guidance Counselor Evaluation Forms – Allow at least a week for processing!
• Send TEST SCORES •
Scores should be sent directly from the testing center to the college/university admissions office
• Final Transcript Request
– Forms will be distributed in May 18
Out-of-State College for In-State Tuition • The Academic Common Market administered by the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB), allows for SC residents who are enrolled in specific programs at a public out-of-state college/university to attend for in-state tuition • Eligible programs are those which are not offered in South Carolina or your home state • For more information on participating colleges and available programs, visit http://www.sreb.org/page/1304/academic_common_mark et.html
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Tips for Applying to Colleges • Apply to at least 3 colleges • Apply Early – Don’t wait on updated SAT/ACT scores – Housing preference is based on the date application is submitted for some schools
• Verify receipt of application, transcript, test scores with the college/universityfor initial submission and final transcripts 20
After Applying
• Continue to excel in your classes • Mid-Year Reports – Some schools may require a mid-year transcript or report card… contact your counselor if this is needed • Communication – Schools may communicate with you via email or another communication system… be sure to check these regularly so you don’t miss important information!
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NCAA Eligibility
Students must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center, www.eligibilitycenter.org – Fee is $75 – Students on Free/Reduced Lunch may receive a fee waiver… See Dr. Russell Students must complete 16 core courses to be eligible - English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Foreign Language Required Core GPA and SAT/ACT are based on a sliding scale Test scores must be sent directly from SAT/ACT to the NCAA •
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Enter code 9999 on the form when you register for these tests
A final transcript must be sent at the end of your senior year… be sure to indicate NCAA on the Final Transcript Request form in May Students must register with NCAA BEFORE taking official college visits for athletics
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State Scholarships www.che.sc.gov
Palmetto Fellows merit based scholarship for the most academically talented seniors to receive up to $6,700 for their freshman year at any of the eligible 4-year institutions Eligibility Criteria: 1. Rank in the top 6% at the end of the 10th, 11th , or 12th grade year 2. Earn a 1200 on the SAT or 27 on the ACT 3. Earn a 3.5 cumulative GPA (based on the SC UGP) or Score at least 1400 on the SAT (32 ACT) and have a cumulative minimum 4.0 GPA at the end of junior or senior year TWO opportunities to apply: (Counselor Driven Application Process) Early Award: Mid-October- December 15th Late Award: Mid-April-June 15th 23 *Due to the stringent deadlines, we must adhere to the dates determined by the Commission on Higher Education
State Scholarships www.che.sc.gov
LIFE Scholarship
merit based scholarship administered by each participating institution to encourage students to attend school in South Carolina
• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (based on the SC UGP) upon high school graduation • Award amount is the cost of tuition plus a $300 book allowance
4-Year Institution Eligibility Must have 2 of 3 to qualify • • • •
3.0 Cumulative GPA on the SC UGP Score 1100 SAT on SAT or 24 Composite Score on ACT Rank in the top 30% of the graduating class Award amount is up to $5000 toward the cost of tuition 24
Palmetto Fellows/Life Scholarship Up to an additional $2,500
Must be enrolled in an eligible major at their home institution
Starts the student’s 2nd academic year (6 semesters) at a 4year institution only
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State Scholarships www.che.sc.gov
HOPE Scholarship
4 year institution one-time award in the freshmen year for students who DO NOT QUALIFY for Palmetto Fellows or LIFE Scholarship Eligibility Criteria: • Cumulative 3.0 Final GPA on the SC Uniform Grading Scale • Award Amount - $2,800 & $150 book allowance • • • •
Lottery Tuition Assistance Program
Only available at Technical Schools No minimum GPA or test score required Must complete FAFSA Award Amount – Up to the cost of tuition… varies by academic year 26
Scholarship Notification Submit a copy of any scholarship award letters to your guidance counselor This information is used to calculate total scholarship money earned for the graduating class
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Scholarship Search: Resources • Family Connections Announcements – Scholarship Email Announcements – Links to scholarship search websites
• Prospective College/University – Contact your prospective school’s financial aid office or academic department about available scholarships – Most schools will automatically consider you for scholarships when your application is considered for admission. 28
Scholarship Search: Resources • • • • •
Foundations, Sororities/Fraternities, Faith-Based Organizations/Church Ethnicity-Based Organizations (i.e. NAACP, Hispanic College Fund) Your Parent’s Employer Corporations (i.e. Coca Cola, Target, Best Buy, Buick) Internet – – – – –
www.bigfuture.collegboard.org/scholarship-search www.fastweb.com www.scholarships.com www.scholarshipexperts.com www.sctuitiongrants.org
Beware of services that charge a fee and other scams (www.studentaid.ed.gov/types/scams)
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FAFSA • Complete as soon after October 1st of the senior year as possible – Online applications are preferred and are generally processed faster – www.fafsa.ed.gov
• Parents’ (and student’s if they worked) completed tax returns are needed • FSA ID Required to Sign FAFSA Electronically – Both student and a parent will need an FSA ID, visit https://fsaid.ed.gov/npas/index.htm 30
THANK YOU!
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