CLASS OF 2019 Strategies for Success in the College Search The - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2019 Strategies for Success in the College Search The College Search is: A process of self-assessment, reflection, and discovery This is YOUR search (parents included) About 3 decisions, two of which
You decide where to apply for admission Colleges decide which students to admit You decide where to enroll
In what geographic area do you want to attend school?
Liberal arts college, business school, technical college, large university,
How much money can you afford?
Do you want a small college with 2,000 students or a large university
Do you prefer an urban, suburban or rural setting?
Particular sport, study abroad, ROTC program or co-op program
Do you have a tentative major? Does the school offer the major?
Want a college to visit us? Let your counselor know!
Field of study (unsure=undecided) Requirements GPA, ACT score, letters of recommendation, essays, etc. Do YOU meet the admission requirements? Tuition & costs Location Size & Setting Deadlines!! (This is YOUR responsibility!!)
e.g., www.fastweb.com (see department webpage)
2.3 5 5.4 6.2 6.6 6.9 16.5 18.8 19.2 20.5 24.9 51.9 59.2 67.7 84.3 Work Extracurricular Activities SAT II Scores Interview Portfolio Subject Test Scroes (AP, IB) Teacher Recommendation Class Rank Counselor Recommendation Student's demonstrated interest Essay or Writing Sample Grades in all courses Admission Test scores (ACT, SAT) Strength of Curriculum Grades in college prep courses
SOURCE: NACAC Admission Trends Survey, 2011
GPA Credits Class Rank Classes by Year Grades by Semester Personal Info
From main page: Academics/Counseling Department Use scholarship search tools provided
Complete beginning October 1, 2018 Student & Parent both need to complete parts of the FAFSA
Know what grants or aid you qualify for What you qualify for in student loans Colleges that you’ve applied to will send you a financial aid