Transcript Who Will Help Me This Year????
Who Will Help Me This Year????
Colleen Egger (A-E) Tanya Ummel (F-K) Julie Petterson (L-Re) Pam Salvatore & Maggie Mosholder (Rf-Z) Jamie Eager and Aleesha Grigg (interns) Erika Spellman (School to Work)
TODAY’S TOPICS
Graduation Requirements
Options after High School
Your Timeline
Senior Interview
Becoming a rock star!
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Subject
Fine Art English Personal Finance Health Physical Education Math Career-Technical (CTE) Science Social Studies Electives Foreign Language HSPE /Culminating Project/HSPP Total Credits Credits College 1.0
4.0
.5
.5
1.5
2.0* 1.5
2.0
3.5
5.5
1.0
4.0
3.0 (at least) 2.0 - 3.0** 3.0
2.0
22
*Depending on the outcome of your HSPE results **Some colleges are picky about algebra-based science ***Make sure to check with your counselor concerning your waiver status
YOU MUST MEET ALL REQUIREMENTS IF YOU WANT TO WALK!!!!!!
NO EXCEPTIONS!!!!!!!!
WHAT DOES IT ALL MEAN???
All those options… All those words… All the pressure… I CAN’T TAKE IT!!!
Travel Couch Potato College Internships Unions Choices Work State College Apprentice ships Graduate School
It PAY$ to have an EDUCATION!
Did you know?
According to U.S. Census Bureau, people with a
Bachelors Degree
earn over
70%
more than those with a high school diploma.
Over a lifetime, the earning potential gap, between a high school diploma and a B.A. (or higher) is more than
$1 million.
BASICALLY…
sacrifices you make for a college education are more than repaid in the long term.
It PAY$ to LEARN
Median Earnings 2009
Professional Degree Doctorate Master’s Degree Bachelor’s Degree Associate Degree Some college, no degree High School Graduate Less than High School $82,421/yr.
$75,182/yr.
$56,589/yr.
$46,969yr.
$36,399/yr.
$34,340/yr.
$29,187/yr.
$22,350/yr.
Types of Schools Trade/Tech School Apprenticeships Community Colleges Universities
TRADE & TECH SCHOOLS
Focus on specific skill set Hands-on learning Offers degrees based on skill set Private or Public Usually smaller student body Offers internships State of the art
APPRENTICESHIPS
Learn a specific trade or craft Attend school while working Hands-on learning 2-5 year programs, w/mentors Usually connected to a community college Limited spaces Learn, Work, Get Paid, Receive Health Care Benefits
Apprenticeships & Pay
Carpenters..
Electricians.. $19 - $55/hr.
Painter..
$20 - $40/hr.
$12 - $40/hr.
Shipbuilding.. $19 - $42/hr.
Sheet Metal.. $23 - $47/hr.
Drywall.. $ 9 - $40/hr.
Truck Drivers.. $10 - $47/hr.
Divers..
$33 - $81/hr.
*See Mrs. Spellman in the Career Center for more info.
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Usually state funded & supported Offer programs with transferable degree options Offers certification programs Offers community enrichment & GED Often have satellite programs from universities for specific degrees Close to home & cost less Offer smaller class size and more one-on-one help
MILITARY SERVICE OPTIONS
Army
Navy
Air Force
Coast Guard
Marine Corps
APPLYING TO COMMUNITY OR TECHNICAL COLLEGES Must have diploma or GED to qualify for financial aid.
Offer many degrees designed to help you get a job.
Additional Requirements
It’s best to apply in
January Spring
of your selection.
Senior
and register in late year to get the best course Most require a
placement test
and
Math
to decide placement for courses.
English
You may have taken
tech prep
classes that have already earned you
college credit.
DIRECT TRANSFER AGREEMENT
Allows students who complete their AA, AS or AAS degree to transfer to most bachelor’s degree programs in the state of Washington.
Accepted by:
**Central Washington University **Seattle University **Cornish College of the Arts **The Evergreen State College **Eastern Washington University **Gonzaga University **Washington State University **Pacific Lutheran University **Whitworth College **Seattle Pacific University **Saint Martins University
4 YEAR UNIVERSITIES & COLLEGES
Accredited by national organization Bachelors & Graduate Degrees Research vs. Liberal Arts Public or Private Offer general degrees Private Universities
No government funding Often affiliated with a religion Offers more financial aid Public Universities
Often called “State”
Funded by government
Includes CC and universities
WHAT’S A GOOD FIT?
•Size of School •Location (In State/Out of State) •Campus Life (college experience!) •Academic Programs •Graduation Rate •Affordability •Athletics
College Application Process
Getting Started: Most applications are online Common Application is available at www.commonapp.org
Start on your personal statement and essays now!!!!
Begin asking for recommendations KNOW your deadlines!
In addition…
SAT/ACT (SAT II for some schools) Visit with College reps in the career center Find good college websites that help you determine good fit Go to collegeboard.com and click on “school search” to learn what is required for each school.
What are they looking for?
Rigor of coursework Did you go beyond core minimums? Have you challenged yourself?
AP/ Honors/ Running Start?
Grade Point Average Activities What have you done?
Are you passionate about something?
Test scores Essay or Personal Statement What can you contribute to their campus?
Have you overcome a challenge or obstacle? Grade Trends
TIPS for GOOD COLLEGE APPLICATIONS
Letters of Recommendation & Counselor Sections Ask early… at least 3 weeks in advance for recommendations You MUST provide a RESUME & complete a Request for Counselor Recommendation form.
Be organized and thorough…Give Counselors all letters and forms at one time in a folder with your resume.
Be specific…tell Counselors due dates YOU are responsible to pick up your letter and mail it!
Only ask for a letter of recommendation if the college you are applying to require one. Letters are not needed for WA State Public Colleges!
When writing your college essays:
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Answer the prompt
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Be your best self
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EDIT EDIT EDIT
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Have at least one adult proofread your essay!
Examples of average admitted GPA for Washington Public Schools
SCHOOL CWU GPA 3.1
SAT 1000 EASTERN 2.89-3.56 1436* EVERGREEN 3.14
1127 UW SEATTLE WSU 3.65-3.93 1140 1380 3.19-3.71 1100 WESTERN 3.35-3.80 1560-
*Critical Reading, Writing, and Math
1840* ACT 21 21 24 26-31 24 25
Western Undergraduate Exchange
15 Member States Student pays 150% of in-state tuition for many degree programs Over 11,500 students participating in 100 institutions Montana, Idaho, Hawaii, Arizona, Washington Check the website: www.wiche.edu/sep/wue
COLLEGE TUITION FOR FREE?
You can attend WSU , UW, Central or WWU for FREE (tuition free)!
To see if you meet income limits, go to:http:// www.hecb.wa.gov/node/328 Example: A family of 4 making $53,000/ year or less would qualify. BUT…you must apply in in time AND complete your
FAFSA by Feb. 15 th (WSU) or Feb. 28 th (UW)
WASHINGTON PUBLIC COLLEGE INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON OUR MTHS COUNSELING WEBPAGE
2011-12 PIN and PIN Web site
SAT and ACT School Code: 480343
Both the ACT and SAT are acceptable college admissions tests ACT: four subject tests, writing is optional, no penalty points for wrong answers. Choose which sit date to report to colleges.
SAT: three tests (reading, writing, math). Writing is NOT optional, penalty for wrong answers, currently must submit whole test history to college SAT Registration: www.collegeboard.com
November 5 - (deadline October 7) December 3 – (deadline November 8) January 28 – (deadline December 30) ACT Registration: www.act.org
December 10 - (deadline November 4) February 11 – (deadline January 13)
KEY DATES!!
November 9 th – 2pm- 5pm
- Writing the College Essay
December 1 st - January 31st th
- Priority Deadlines
January 1, 2011 FAFSA
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov
(Free Application Federal Student Aid)
January 11th
- Financial Aid Night (6PM in MTHS Theatre)
Feb 15 th
- Have FAFSA completed by this time! Complete by
Feb 1 st
if you are in the College Bound Program!!
May 1 st
- Deadline for choosing your college
***For dates of upcoming College Visits, check with Erika Spellman in the Career Center
Senior Interview (REQUIRED)
Purpose:
What are you post high school plans?
What is your grad status? Are you on track to graduate?
We will answer questions & make sure you are on the right track! Make your appointment with your counselor soon in the counseling office.
WHAT DO YOU KNOW?
What are the two tests you can take for college admissions?
What are some things to consider when choosing a college?
What is the important form you must fill out for financial aid?
How long should you give teachers to write your letter of recommendations?
What appointment should you be making right now with your counselor?
Additional Resources
www.checkoutacollege.com
www.collegeboard.com
www.thewashboard.org
www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov
Visit the Career Center’s Website and Facebook page!