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Welcome to Senior Year
It is time to start preparing
for the next step.
UW System Application
UW Schools use the UW System Application
https://apply.wisconsin.edu/
Since most institutions have application priority dates or deadlines after which applications may no longer
be considered, it is generally to your advantage to apply as early as possible after September 15th
Common Application
https://www.commonapp.org
Private Schools in Wisconsin who use the Common Application
Beloit College Carroll University Supplement Lawrence University Supplement
Marquette University Supplement Northland College Ripon College St. Norbert College
www.wiscareers.wisc.edu
Freedom seniors
opened their E-Portfolio
This is a website they can access from home too.
If they can not remember their username and
password, please contact the guidance office.
College Info Sheet
• The seniors then completed their college
information sheet transferring information
that that they had compiled throughout their
high school years from their portfolio in the
WISCcareers website and from their
transcript.
• An example of what the college info sheet
looks like is on the next two slides.
Freedom Seniors can use this
sheet to help them complete
college applications or request
letters of recommendation.
The next two slides help explain
the criteria that the UW System
uses for basis of admission.
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SYSTEM
FRESHMAN ADMISSIONS POLICY
https://apply.wisconsin.edu/
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Admissions Criteria
Freshman applicants must demonstrate that they are prepared to do satisfactory academic
work at the institution to which they are applying, and that, as members of the campus
community, they will benefit from and enrich the educational environment and enhance the
quality of the institution. In making this determination, applicants will be given a
comprehensive review based upon the following criteria:
A.
Academics. Academic factors are the most important consideration in making
admissions decisions. Factors that will be considered include, but are not limited to, the
quality and rigor of the applicant’s college-preparatory coursework, grade point average,
class rank and trend in grades.
B.
Standardized Test Scores. ACT or SAT scores are used to provide additional academic
information about the quality of the applicant’s qualifications, but cannot be the sole criteria
for admission. An institution may require additional test scores of some or all applicants as
supplemental information.
C.
Other factors. Other considerations include, but are not limited to, student
experiences, work experience, leadership qualities, motivation, community service, special
talents, status as a non-traditional or returning adult, status as a veteran of the U.S. military,
whether the applicant is socio-economically disadvantaged, and whether the applicant is a
member of an historically underrepresented racial or ethnic group
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SYSTEM
FRESHMAN ADMISSIONS POLICY
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Admissions Requirements
Freshman applicants, both resident and non-resident, must satisfy the following minimum requirements
to be eligible for consideration for admission:
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Graduation from a recognized high school or the equivalent.
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A recognized high school is one which either (a) is accredited by a regional accrediting association
or state university or (b) is recognized or accredited by a state department of public instruction or its
equivalent.
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An applicant who has not graduated from a recognized high school must provide evidence of
satisfactory completion of the requirements for a high school equivalency certificate or a diploma from a
recognized high school, school system, or state department of public instruction based on the GED
examination, the Wisconsin High School Equivalency Examination, or other established criteria. Applicants
from alternative educational backgrounds, including home-schooled students, should contact the
Admissions Office at the campus of interest for admissions information. Additional documents, testing,
and a personal interview may be required.
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Completion of the UW application for admission and submission to the institution(s) by the
required deadline.
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Submission of ACT or SAT scores to the institution.
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Satisfaction of academic unit requirements. Students must satisfy either (1) or (2).
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For students graduating from high school in spring, 1995 and thereafter, a minimum of 17 high
school units is required. (One unit equals one year of high school study or the equivalent.) Thirteen of the
17 units must be distributed as follows:
English 4 units Social Science 3 units Mathematics 3 units Natural Science 3 units The remaining four
units will be:
From the above areas, foreign language,
fine arts, computer science, and other
academic areas
4 units TOTAL 17 units
Colleges will ask for a student’s
high school transcript. Students
will need to request these
electronically.
http://www.parchment.com/
 Go to the parchment website.
 Click on send a transcript.
 Create a username and profile and an account (if you are
under 18 years old, your parents will need to create the
account.) We do not have a registration code.
 You will need to have an email account to validate your
information.
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www.actstudent.org
Go to ACT website
Click on Send Test Scores
Follow Directions
Some universities still accept informal copies,
however the majority want official copies of
your scores.
Seniors should visit the
campuses they are applying to!
http://www.uwhelp.wisconsin.edu/preparing/campustours.aspx
Campus Tours and Preview Days
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A campus tour or preview program is a great way to see if a college campus might be the
right fit.
• Campus tours are generally guided and usually include a meeting with an admissions
representative.
• Preview programs often include a campus tour and meeting with representatives from
student services offices, admissions, academic departments, and/or current students.
• Choose from the campuses listed below to find out about dates and times of campus tours
and preview days.
• UW Colleges UW-Eau Claire UW-Green Bay UW-La Crosse UW-Madison UW-Milwaukee UWOshkosh UW-Parkside UW-Platteville UW-River Falls UW-Stevens Point UW-Stout UWSuperior UW-Whitewater
Virtual Tours
• A virtual campus tour is the next best thing to being there. Check out UW campuses from
your computer!
• UW-Barron County UW-Eau Claire UW-Fox Valley UW-Green Bay UW-La Crosse UWMadison UW-Marathon County UW-Marshfield/Wood County UW-Milwaukee UWOshkosh UW-Parkside UW-Platteville UW-River Falls UW-Stevens Point UW-Stout UWSuperior UW-Whitewater
Upcoming College Fairs
Wisconsin Education Fairs provide easy access to information about
postsecondary options on a timely basis for all Wisconsin citizens,
regardless of geographic location.
http://www.wefs.org/location/show/10
St. Norbert College will be hosting a College Fair at Schuldes Sports Center
Address: St. Norbert College, 601 Third Street
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Thursday, September 25, 2014
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Please refer to website for registration and directions.
This WEF is free and open to the public.
http://www.uwfox.uwc.edu/whatsnew/wisedfair09.html
The University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley is hosting its annual “Wisconsin Education Fair” (WEF) on
Tuesday, September 23rd , from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the campus Fieldhouse. The WEF is free and
open to the public, and is a fabulous opportunity for high school students, especially juniors and
seniors, to visit with over 80 representatives from a wide variety of post-secondary institutions in one
very convenient location.
Seniors should be diligent in
checking and pursuing resources
on the web that contain helpful
information about funding,
scholarships and campus life!
Resources
Career Choices
• The College Board Student Career Information Occupation Outlooks
Mapping Your Future Peterson's Career Education Career Resource
Center
Preparing for College
• The College Board The ACT The SAT Online My College Guide
Peterson's Education College View KnowHow2Go Getting Into College
College Campus Tours
Paying for College
• CollegeNet The College Board Peterson's Financial Aid U.S. Dept. Of
Education FastWeb Scholarship Search Merit Aid Get Colleged My
College Options
Association of Student Financial Aid
Military Opportunities
• Air Force Army Marines Navy National Guard Coast Guard
$$ PAYING FOR COLLEGE $$
Families NEED to discuss the
costs of college and what the
financial arrangements will be.
Do not assume that scholarships
will cover the costs.
SCHOLARSHIPS
• Local Scholarship Information will be out this
spring. Local scholarships can range from
$100-$1,000 dollars.
Please note that local scholarships will not solely cover the costs of college.
• In the meantime, you should be seeking out
national/regional scholarships via:
• Websites
– Our school counseling website will update scholarships as
they become available
• Memberships and Affiliations
• Workplace (yours and parents)
FINANCIAL AID
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA)
 Grants and Loans based on Financial Need
 Will need family tax information and paperwork (i.e. W2’s)
 Refer to website to helpful information and application
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLYING
FOR FINANCIAL AID?
CHECK OUT
COLLEGE GOAL WISCONSIN
FOR ASSISTANCE!
FINANCIAL AID Continued…
College Goal Wisconsin
is a national event that provides free information and
assistance to families who are filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid.)
During a College Goal Event during Saturdays in February and a Wednesday evening in
February, students and parents can receive assistance in completing your FAFSA application
(different local locations for this event include Appleton, Green Bay and Oshkosh.)
Click on the link below to register
www.collegegoalwi.org
Learn to ADVOCATE for yourself
Advocate: (verb) to push for something.
Push by:
Attending informational meetings sponsored by your guidance office
Searching on-line for career and college information
Asking questions when taking campus tours or speaking with a college
representative
Attaining letters of recommendation in a timely manner.
Provide the people who will be writing your letters with plenty of notice and ask them
in person.
Have a conversation with your parents regarding the costs of college (SOON.)
Do Not:
Wait until the last minute to apply for
colleges/technical colleges
Ask for letter of reference at the last
minute
MAKE YOUR MOM DO ALL OF THIS
FOR YOU!
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BEST OF LUCK WITH THE APPLICATION PROCESS!
Please don’t hesitate to stop in and see us with any questions!
We are here to help you!
Mr. Harke
[email protected]
(920) 788-7940 ext. 306
&
Mrs. Vander Loop
[email protected]
(920) 788-7940 ext.305
You can also refer to our website for help with :
questions~forms~updates ~information~helpful links
http://www.freedomschools.k12.wi.us/
Click on High School Link
Click on School Counseling Link