Transcript Senior College Application Night

Senior College
Application Night
Purpose
To provide you with resources to support
your college search.
To make you more comfortable with the
college application process.
To make you aware of possible scholarship
opportunities.
To help you make an informed decision.
Key Points
Student, parent, counselor, teacher, etc.
need to work together.
 College preference is individual to every
person.
 Be prepared, thorough, and organized.
 Think outside the box.
 Be Realistic with your expectations.
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Elder Guidance Web
www.elderhs.org/guidanceweb
Test Dates
*Most colleges require the ACT and/or SAT
SAT
Test Date:
Register By:
Saturday, November 6, 2010
October 8, 2010
Test given at Elder
Saturday, December 4, 2010
November 5, 2010
ACT
Test Date:
Register By:
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Late Registration:
by Friday, October 1, 2010
Saturday, December 11, 2010
November 5, 2010
Research
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Review the information you receive in the mail.
Research colleges, careers, scholarships, and
financial aid via the internet, library, phone calls,
etc.
Attend a College Fair. Upcoming College Fairs
are listed on the Guidance website.
Visit a campus! No School for seniors: Oct. 13, &
Nov. 29 & 30.
Talk to family members/friends/teachers about
the college they attended.
Popular Colleges
among Elder Graduates:
Middle 50% of Incoming
Freshmen Average Test Scores
University of Cincinnati:
SAT Reading: 490-610
Math:
520-640
Writing: 480-600
ACT 22-27 Composite Score
The Ohio State University
SAT Reading: 540-650
Math:
580-690
Writing: 540-640
ACT 25-30 Composite Score
Miami University
SAT Reading: 530-630
Math:
560-660
Writing:
N/A
ACT 24-29 Composite Score
University of Dayton
SAT Reading: 510-610
Math:
520-640
Writing:
N/A
ACT 23-28 Composite Score
Northern Kentucky University
SAT Reading: 440-550
Math:
430-560
Writing:
N/A
ACT 19-24 Composite Score
Thomas More College
SAT Reading: 435-570
Math:
460-570
Writing:
N/A
ACT 19-25 Composite Score
Cincinnati State
No ACT or SAT required, but each student
needs to take a COMPASS test
Applications: Schools
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Typically students apply to 3-5 schools
Be Realistic
Apply to a variety of schools (possibly including
a “reach” and a “safety” school)
Be prepared when sitting down to complete
applications (ex. list of extra-curriculars, current
class schedule, social security number, GPA,
Class Rank, etc.)
Sign up to attend one of the college
Representative Visits in the Guidance Resource
Center during the school day.
When Do I Apply?
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Check the dates!!!
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school has their own set of deadlines
What are the different types of deadlines?
 Early
Decision – generally a BINDING agreement of
attendance between student and school
 Early
Action – students apply early to learn of
acceptance/denial early
 Priority
– generally an earlier date than the regular deadline
and could include scholarship application
– last opportunity to apply
 Rolling – applications are accepted until school begins
 Regular
How Do I Apply?
College Application Process
IN 3 EASY STEPS
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Complete the college application
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Complete a Transcript Request (by emailing your counselor or using the
form on the Guidance website) – your transcript will not be sent if you have not
completed the signature sheet that mailed this summer and paid the $10 Transcript Fee.
Make sure you list any materials that you want sent with your transcript in the body of the email.
We will not send your transcript until you have turned in all materials that you have indicated.
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Turn in materials that need to be sent with the transcript to your
counselor. These items could include (but are not limited to): Counselor Form/Secondary
School Report/Counselor Information Form, Letters of Recommendation, Essays, Resume
Applications: Transcripts
Request a transcript for the colleges to which you are
applying
Click on “REQUEST A TRANSCRIPT” on the Guidance
website
Email your counselor to request a transcript
A-F: [email protected]
G-L: [email protected]
M-R: [email protected]
S-Z: [email protected]
Please include your name, the exact name of the school, their mailing
address, and the name of the person it should be mailed to (if a specific
person mentioned), and any other items that should be included.
Applications: Transcript
A transcript is a list of all the courses your son has taken, along
with the final grade he earned, and the number of credits received
for each course.
Also included on the transcript are:
GPA
Class Rank (weighted and unweighted)
Attendance
With the transcript we send:
Standardized Test Scores (HSPT, OGT, PSAT, PLAN, SAT,
ACT)
School Profile
Any other documents you would like us to send
Name, Address,
Phone, Parents,
Birthdate, etc.
GPA/Rank
Credits
Course
Listing for
each year
Attendance
Applications: Test Scores
Test Scores
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Make sure your test scores (SAT/ACT) are
sent to the college(s) to which you are
applying
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Elder High School Code: 360-990
Items you might need….
Resume
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Take your time and proof-read!
Templates are available in Word or create your own outline
Letters of Recommendation
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How many do you need? No more than 2 (unless number is
specified)!
Get a GOOD recommendation.
ADVANCE NOTICE!!! Plan on providing 2 weeks.
Helpful templates are available in the GRC
Essay
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Take your time and proofread!
It would be helpful to write it in a word processing program first
and then “copy and paste” into the space on the online
application.
YOU DO NOT ALWAYS NEED THESE ITEMS!
CHECK THE APPLICATION CAREFULLY!
Applications: After submission
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Expect to wait at least 4-8 weeks to receive a decision.
Some schools have a specified decision date.
What does it mean to be:
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Accepted – You’re In!
Denied – You are not accepted into the school
Put on Hold – Generally means school is missing information
Asked for a 7th Semester Transcript – School needs more
information to make a decision
Waiting List – You are still being considered but cannot be
offered admission at the present time
What is special about May 1st?
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This is the date when a student must notify the college(s) of their
acceptance or denial.
NCAA
If you are going to play a sport at a Div. I or Div. II college
you MUST register with the NCAA Clearinghouse!
 Complete the Registration Process
(visit www.eligibilitycenter.org)
 Check your account frequently to make sure you have
completed all required forms
 What are the requirements for the Clearinghouse?
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Specific classes in specific areas
 Sliding GPA/Test Score Scale
IF YOU ARE EVEN THINKING ABOUT PLAYING A SPORT AT
THE COLLEGIATE LEVEL…
SEE YOUR COUNSELOR ASAP!
Two Types of Scholarships
1. Institutional Merit-Based Scholarships
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These Merit-Based Scholarships may have special applications, deadlines
and criteria.
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Check school website for information.
2. Private Scholarships
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Private Scholarships are those awards not directly affiliated with a college.
Examples of Institutional Merit Based Scholarships
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University of Cincinnati
Cincinnatus Scholarships – December 1
 Carl Linder Honors Plus Program – January 15
 Darwin T. Turner Scholars Program – December 1
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Miami University
Harrison Scholarship – November 3
 University Merit Awards – February 1
 Miami Access Initative –February 1
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Xavier University
St. Francis and Chancellor Scholarships – December 1
 Trustee, Schawe, and Presidential Scholarship – All applications are
considered
 Miguel Pro Scholarship - December 1
 Francis Weninger Scholarship – December 1
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University of Dayton
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Trustees, Presidents, Deans, and Father Chaminade Award –
December 15
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Ohio State
Scholarship –December 1
 Provost Scholarship – December 1
 Maximus
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These scholarships are not necessarily an inclusive list of all available merit based
scholarships. Please check the schools web sites or call their financial aid office to
determine other scholarships that might be available and to verify deadline dates.
OCIS
Username:
ElderHS
Complete a
Financial Aid Sort
Password:
ohiocis03
Develop a Plan to Pay For Your
Education
Direct Cost
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Tuition
 Room and Board
Indirect Cost
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Books
Supplies
Transportation
Clothing
Laundry
Entertainment
Recreation
Parking
Financial Aid
1. SOURCES OF MONEY
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Parental Contribution
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Student’s Own Funds
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Scholarships (based on merit and special
talents)
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Financial Aid (awarded on basis of
determined financial need)
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Grants
Work-Study Programs
Loans
Financial Aid
2.
FINANCIAL NEED
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Expected Family Contribution (Determined by
FAFSA: constant)
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Cost of Attendance-Expected Family
Contribution=Financial Need
Financial Aid
3. HOW TO APPLY FOR FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE…SUBMIT
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Admission Application
Institutional Financial Aid Application (if applicable)
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
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Paper Copy mailed (receive Student Aid Report in 4-6 wks)
FAFSA on the WEB (receive Expected Family Contribution
immediately and an SAR Information Acknowledgement within 2
weeks for your review)
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Student Aid Report (SAR) shows the submitted information as well as
the Expected Family Contribution. (Review the SAR for accuracy and
follow instructions to make corrections.)
Financial Aid
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Before beginning the online FAFSA apply for
a PIN # at www.pin.ed.gov (it is suggested
that you apply for the PIN NOW!) The PIN will
be e-mailed to you within 1-5 days. Dependent
students should also have their parents apply for
a PIN now so they can electronically sign the
FAFSA. FAFSA online at: www.fafsa.ed.gov
Financial Aid
College Financial Aid
Information Night
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
7:00PM
In the Schaeper Center
Types of Financial Aid
Application Fests
Monday-Thursday, Sept. 27- Oct. 7
 2:30-3 in the GRC
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*Online applications allow you to create an account where
you can save application information as you go. We
don’t expect students to finish an application in one
session.
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If this doesn’t work for you just make an
appointment with your Guidance
Counselor.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
• September 27-October 7 – Application Fests 2:30-3 in the
GRC
• Sunday, October 3 – National College Fair @ Duke Energy
Center 1-4pm visit www.nationalcollegefairs.org for information
• Tuesday, October 5 – College Fair 2010 @ Miami Hamilton
Gym 6:30-8pm visit www.ham.muohio.edu/collegefair for
information
• Wednesday, October 13 – Miami University Campus Visit
College Visits: (college admission reps visit Elder)
Sign up in the Guidance Department at least one day in advance
September:
24th :Grand Canyon University (AZ)
27th :Otterbein College
Lehigh University
th
28 :Transylvania University
Ohio Dominican University
th
29 :Wheeling Jesuit University
Michigan State University
th
30 :Walsh University
Wright State
Barry University (Miami, FL)
Stonehill College
October:
1st: Ball State
Loyola University
West Liberty University
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4 : Kettering University (Michigan)
Marquette University
Defiance College
th
5 : Purdue University
St. Joseph College (IN)
Lake Erie College
th
6 : Queen’s University of Charlotte
7th: University of Cincinnati
Ohio Northern University
John Carroll
th
8 : St. Louis University
11th: University of Evansville
14th: Mt. St. Joes
Cleveland Art Institute
th
15 : Case Western Reserve University
Shawnee State
th
19 : University of Dayton
21st: Washington Jefferson College
22nd: Catholic University
26th: Ohio University
28th: BGSU
Elder Guidance
Web Site
www.elderhs.org/guidanceweb