Transcript MILITARY CAREERS AND PROGRAMS

Guidance Counsellors’ Overview of the
Graduation Year and Beyond, for Parents
Ms. Cheryl Blynn
A-K
October 27, 2009
Mr. Gareth Luke
L-Z
ON GRADUATION DAY
THERE WILL BE AT LEAST TWO
VERY IMPORTANT PIECES OF PAPER
PRESENTED TO YOUR SON OR DAUGHTER
Here is the less important one:
This one is much more important:
The High
School
Transcript
Interim versions
are used during
the school year
for applying to
post secondary
before the final
marks are in.
CREDIT CHECK AND
GRAD LIST
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The counsellors have checked the students for graduation
status but it remains the responsibility of students and parents
to ensure that all graduation requirements are met.
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The Potential Grad List is the list of all grade 12 students and
will be posted at various times of the year. The one posted the
day before graduation is the actual Graduation List.
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The list is meant to show what we have on record as the full
name in order to prepare graduation diplomas. It must be the
correct full legal name.
WHAT ARE THE OPTIONS AFTER HIGH SCHOOL?
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Go directly to full-time work
Apprenticeship (a formal on-the-job training
program)
Community College
Military Training and Employment
Private Career College: Business, Computer,
Cosmetology, Flight School, Services, etc.
University – public, private (US), religious
GRADUATING, DO YOU HAVE THE RIGHT COURSES AND GOOD
ENOUGH MARKS FOR POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION?
Check the college/university calendar…a book
of their programs, courses and information
This can be reviewed at any time with a
counsellor if needed
The word “program” refers to a set of courses
that leads to a particular certificate, diploma
or degree.
REQUIREMENTS
FOR
POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS
REQUIREMENTS FOR NSCC
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Minimum grade 12 or equivalent for most programs.
Some technology programs may require Math12, Physics 12,
and/or Chemistry 12
Resumes and Portfolios may also be required.
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It is important to check the requirements in the NSCC Calendar
book, available in Student Services.
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Applications can be received starting September 15th. Course
space is limited. Apply now!
Typical Requirements for
University Admission
in Atlantic Canada
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English 12 and four other acceptable Grade 12 academic courses
(may have to include Math or Pre-Calculus Math and/or other
courses depending on desired program)
About 70% in each of the required courses and about a 70%
average in the five courses with no mark below 60% (Note: these
are typical but some cut-off averages can be higher or lower )
Math is not necessarily a requirement for some programs. Check
the program for specific requirements.
Deadlines typically as late as the summer except for limitedenrolment programs.
Much earlier outside the Maritimes and earlier for scholarships
(typically March 1)
U.S. and other foreign INSTITUTIONS
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Should apply before Christmas. Fee required.
Outside North America may have deadlines as early
as October.
Usually require SAT scores:
-apply by late October to write in early December or
apply in mid November to write in late January
Check www.collegeboard.com
Finding
Post-secondary Information
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Brochures and calendars in the Guidance Office (or
call or write for your own)
Go on-line to institution sites
Attend presentations here at Cole Harbour by visiting
representatives
Go to Open Houses at institutions throughout our
region
Visit your counsellor and/or guidance website
Applying to University or College
(typical procedure)
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Obtain application form.
Complete form and attach admission fee
Sign-up to request a Transcript from the
Guidance Secretary.
Mail or take to the institution prior to
deadline.
Completing the Applicationfollowing graduation
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In all cases final marks must be sent to the institution
following graduation.
Graduates are given three official copies of their
transcript at the ceremony.
It is the student’s responsibility to deliver the final
transcript to the institution.
Students pick actual courses and schedules in the
summer or in September, on-line or at the institution.
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Typical Fees and Supplies
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Community College: $2500 to $3000/yr for most
programs. 1 or 2 yrs.
University: $5000 to $7000/yr (less outside NS)
Commonly 4 or 5 years for first degree. Add more years for
additional degrees, e.g. teaching, medicine, law, dentistry, vet,
masters degree.
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Private Career College: $5000 to over $20,000/yr. 1
or 2 years.
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Flight College: approximately $20,000/yr.
2 years
Monetary Awards
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Local awards provided by local service clubs, foundations
and businesses (may be based on affinity and/or need as well as
marks) Applications usually January to early June. Some are
administered by the school. Examples: Kinsmen, Church, Rotary,
Masons, Community Awards. Values $100 to $1000. Not always
necessary to be an academic student … other factors like
community service and involvement may be required.
To be considered for certain Local Awards or nominated
awards, the student must pass in an In-School Application
Form.
Students should have a resume and reference letters for
award applications. Create and obtain these now.
Entrance Scholarships
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Awarded by practically all universities, and by
some private colleges.
Intended to attract the top students
Values typically $200 to $8000. May be
renewable. At least 80% admissions
average needed for smaller ones. Mid to
upper-90’s typically for largest.
African Nova Scotian Student
Awards
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Students must apply.
Available to both University, College, Trade
School and Performing Arts School bound
students.
Awards range from 1000-4500 depending on
the post secondary institution and marks.
Entrance Scholarships...
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Some are guaranteed. A certain average
nets a scholarship.
Most are competitive. Depends on who
applies for what in any given year and their
admission averages.
A few require a separate scholarship
application.
Entrance Scholarships.
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Scholarships awarded by the institutions are based on
marks available by the end of first semester.
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The marks used for entrance scholarships are usually
the same ones required for entrance into the school.
For Arts this may include English 12 and the best 4
other academic Grade 12 marks. For Science, Eng 12,
Pre-Cal Math and 2 Sciences plus one other . Grade 11
marks will be used after using 1st semester marks. Differs
from school to school, program to program!
Student Loans
Two types: government and private
Government Student Loans
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Commonly called Canada Student Loans but really a
combination of CSL and NS Student Loans.
Administered by the NS Dept of Education. They
determine eligibility. The lower the family income
and the higher the cost of the program, the bigger
the available loan. Many students are not eligible
due to a combination of higher family income and/or
relatively low education costs.
Private Student Loans
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Student line of credit offered by many chartered banks. No
government involvement. Useful for families with a medium
income, not eligible for a government loan but who would have
difficulty in paying for college or university.
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Based on a student budget and on having a co-signer with an
acceptable credit rating (usually a parent, but not necessarily)
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Student draws funds as necessary.
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Interest, at a preferred rate, is paid monthly on the amount
borrowed. The principal is not paid on until after studies end.
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Apply anytime, once plans are firm.
The Online Guidance Office
www.coleharbourhigh.ednet.ns.ca
As the parent or guardian you may
want to act as the…..
Career Coach
www.parentsascareercoaches.ca
End of Part I