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JUNIOR COLLEGE PLANNING NIGHT
Welcome:
Miami University (5)
The Ohio State University (2)
University of Cincinnati (4)
Wright State University (3)
Four of the top (10) selected schools by the class of 2014
Sinclair (1), UD (6), OU (7), BG (8),UK (9), Kent (10)
Quick Reference: www.OPUAC.org and www.AICUO.edu (Ohio’s public & private schools).
ADMISSIONS REPRESENTATIVES
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What’s new at your school?
Total enrollment?
How of many applications do you receive?
What is your retention rate?
Why do students choose to attend your school?
Will my child graduate in four years?
• National College Fair: Sunday Sept. 14, 1–4pm at the Duke Energy Center in Cincinnati
• For Students with Disabilities: Wednesday, Oct. 8, 6:30 – 8:30pm. Gahanna Lincoln HS
(call 614-478-5508).
• Performing & Visual Arts: Monday, Oct. 13th, 7 – 9pm. Xavier University-Cintas Center
• NCAA Informational Meeting: Monday Nov. 3, 7pm CHS West Commons
• Greater Dayton Area College Fair: Wednesday, Nov. 5, UD Arena 6:30 – 8:30pm.
• Financial Aid Night: Monday Dec. 1, 7pm CHS South Commons
• In-School College Visits (admission reps visit CHS through Nov.). Schedule and Dates are
listed on the Guidance Website and posted by each guidance office.
DATES TO REMEMBER
CHS College/Career Fair: Tuesday March 3, 6:30 – 8:30pm.
THE COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS
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Visit each school’s website to apply.
Meet all deadlines.
Complete a transcript request form and submit to your counselor.
All transcript requests are due to the guidance office by Thanksgiving Break.
What is the Common Application?
www.commonapp.org
• What type of application does your school require?
• What are some of the common mistakes made on an application?
• Is it okay for parents to assist or fill out the student’s application?
• What is the difference between:
Early Decision, Early Action ,Regular Decision and Rolling Decision
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When can students start to apply? (Is there an advantage to applying early?)
THE APPLICATION PROCESS CONTINUED:
• What criteria is used to evaluate an application?
• It is all about test scores and GPA’s?
• Explain Holistic Review?
• How important is the strength of a student’s curriculum? (Senior Year)
• Do students need to take AP courses? What are the advantages?
• Is a GPA more important than risking lower grades with AP courses?
• Is it important to exceed the State Requirements?:
• 4 English ____ , 4 Math _____, 3 Science _____, 3 Social Studies ____,
1 Fine Arts credit ____, 2 PE classes ____, and Health ____,
THE APPLICATION PROCESS CONTINUED:’
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How are Dual Enrollment and PSEO considered in the application process?
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When will student’s be notified of a decision?
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What does it mean to be deferred or wait listed?
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What are some options if a student is denied admission to your college?
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Satellite Campuses….How soon can a student transfer to the main campus?
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Does participation in school activities and community service matter when reviewing an
application?
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Does a student need to take a Foreign Language? How many years?
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Does the school one applies to affect their chances of admission? Business or Undecided?
THE COLLEGE ESSAY
• Is not required by all schools. (ACT/SAT writing score)
• A good essay will tell a little bit more about who you are and keep
the reader wanting to read beyond the first paragraph.
• Do you require an essay?
• If it’s optional should one be sent anyway?
• What do you look for in a college essay?
• What is the biggest mistake students make on their college
essay?
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
• Give your teacher plenty of notice…minimum 2 weeks.
• Provide the recommender with helpful information: A resume -including school activities, outside activities, community service, work
experience and awards.
• Follow the university guidelines.
• What makes a good letter of recommendation?
• Who should write the letter of recommendation?
• How many letters does a student need?
THE ACT & THE SAT
Register for the ACT at: www.actstudent.org , and the SAT at: www.collegeboard.org
Should a student take both the ACT and SAT? Is one preferred over the other?
Does a student have to take the writing portion of the ACT?
Will a student be penalized for taking the ACT or SAT several times?
Should students wait to see their scores before sending them to each school?
Does your school Super Score? (What does it mean to super-score?)
SAT II: Subject Tests. Check the school’s website to determine if you will need to take
a Subject II test. Subject II exams are given on the same test date as the SAT,
therefore you can not schedule the SAT I and the SAT II on the same day. Up to three
subject tests can be scheduled on one test date.
( Send scores from the test center )
SCHOLARSHIPS
• Tell me about your scholarships? What’s the criteria?
• Is there a separate application? Are students automatically considered?
• Will the 7th semester GPA and Rank count for scholarships if the application
deadline occurs after the first semester?
• Will a December or (Fall) ACT or SAT score count?
Financial Aid
• Attend Financial Aid Night. Monday Dec. 1, 7pm, CHS South Commons.
• Visit the FAFSA Website: www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov
FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
• Other resources: parent’s employers, church, civic organizations, guidance
website, and local scholarships.
OTHER WEBSITES
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Ecampustours.com
Colleges.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com
Collegedata.com
Collegesofdistinction.com
Princetonreview.com
Finaid.com
Supercollege.com
Ulinks.com
Collegeprep101..com
Petersons.com
Mappingyourfuture.org
Nasfa.org
US Dept. of Educ: net price calculator
NCAA – WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO PLAY COLLEGE SPORTS?
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See your guidance counselor to review the required CORE requirements.
Attend the CHS NCAA informational meeting Monday Nov. 3, 7pm West Commons.
Send your ACT or SAT to the Eligibility Center. Code is 9999.
Visit www.eligibilitycenter.org to confirm all CHS eligible classes.
Minimum GPA: 2.3
Students must complete 10 of the required 16 core by their senior year. Seven of
these 10 courses must be in English, Math and Science.
(Point! Take your core courses early)
English: _____, _____,_____, ____
Math: Alg I A____, Geometry A____, Alg II A____
Science: _____, _____ (2 years of Natural/Physical Science with one lab)
Social Studies: _____, _____
One additional year of: _____Math, English, or Science.
Four Additional Courses from any of the above areas including foreign language.
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THE COLLEGE VISIT
The student’s first experience on a college campus is often
the single most deciding factor of a college decision.
• How does a student schedule a college visit?
• What can a student expect on a college visit?
• Does your school keep track of college visits or other forms of
demonstrated interest? Does a college visit help one’s application?
Campus Housing
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Do all freshmen live on campus?
Cars?
Meal Plans?
Safety?
Dorms Life – What if I want a roommate change ?
SCHOOLS VISIT CHS
MORE ABOUT YOUR SCHOOL
• Do you offer study abroad opportunities?
How study abroad travel financed?
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Co-op and summer internships? (Paid?)
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Anything else you would like to share?
Please visit the Guidance Website for important updates and schedule an
appointment with your unit guidance counselor for any additional information.
Thank You!