Transcript Let’s talk about your plans for after High School
Let’s talk about life
after
High School
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Choosing a Career
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Going to School after High School
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Getting into College
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Paying for School
Choosing a Career
Learn More about Yourself
Take a look at:
Your interests Your skills Your career goals
Focus on information that
Pertains to your personality Represents the lifestyle you want Reflects the goals you have set for yourself
Assure yourself
Volunteer in a related field Work part time Job Shadow for a day or two Do an internship once you’re in school
Choosing a Career
Learn More about Yourself
Tennessee College and Career Planning System
Career Interest Assessment Skills Confidence Assessment Work Values Assessment Begin your career portfolio http://www.planningyourdreams.org
User name and password Ask counselor for N Code
Going to School after High School
The best school is the one that fits you!
Type of school
- Public vs. Private - 2-year vs. 4 year - Technical School
Location
- urban, rural, big town - large vs. small
Size of school
-how many students
Cost and financial aid
Major offered
Campus activities
Going to College
What should you be looking for?
Top Ten Reasons NOT to Choose a College
Your boyfriend/girlfriend is going there Your best friend is going there It’s a party school You decided in the 7th grade that you wanted to go there Your mom and dad are alumni It has a good football team Your school counselor told you to pick it The school is prestigious The tuition is low It looks good in the guidebook
Going to College
What can you do now?
meet with college visits to your school
Research Scholarships
internet - employer - bank churches/social
Research Colleges
internet - campus visits
Going to College
Begin your college search by viewing virtual tours of over 1,300 college campuses!
Going to School after High School
The Campus Visit
Make the most of your visit!
Call ahead and schedule the visit Wear comfortable shoes Take notes about the college Talk to students while you are on campus Try to meet with a faculty member in major Sit in on a freshman level class Check out the residence halls Eat in the dining hall Read the campus newspaper Check out campus bulletin boards ASK QUESTIONS!
Going to School After High School
The Campus Visit Questions to Ask…
Are there tutoring services available on campus?
What are the library hours?
How safe is the campus?
Are there athletic programs offered?
Are professors accessible outside of class?
What percentage of students receive financial aid?
Are there academic scholarships available through the school?
What is the cost of attendance?
Do most students participate in a meal plan?
What types of social groups are available?
Are you required to live on campus your first year?
How can I get involved on campus?
Getting into College
What do colleges look for in an applicant?
Grades
Standardized Test Scores
Extracurricular Activities
Application Essay
Letters of Recommendation
Challenging Schedule
Getting into College
The Admissions Process
The ACT and SAT (entrance exams)
Retake ACT or SAT during senior year http://www.actstudent.org
http://www.collegeboard.org
Check with the School Counseling Office for registration packets and dates Ask the Admissions Office about details (which test to take, what score you need, etc)
Getting into College
The Admissions Process
The APPLICATION
Deadlines – some as early as Nov. 1 (this varies depending on the school) Available online (college website), school counseling office, admissions office http://www.commonapp.org
, if permitted Find out from the college what to include: - recommendations - portfolio - essay - resume - transcripts - test scores (ACT/SAT)
Getting into College
The Admissions Process What other applications do I need?
Housing - Scholarships - Special programs (honors, etc.) Don’t forget Application fee or fee waiver - Additional transcripts - Earlier deadlines
Getting into School after High School
DON’T WAIT!!!
APPLY EARLY!!!
MEET ALL DEADLINES!!!
Paying for College
Financial Aid MONEY that assists students and families in funding their college education
Financial Aid Terms
COA EFC FAFSA PIN SAR Grant/Scholarship Loan Verification
Paying for College
Financial Aid: Gift Aid
Grants
Federal
- Pell Grant – $5,550 max (Valid EFC of $5273 or less) - SEOG
State
- Tennessee Student Assistance Award Institutional Private Money you do NOT have to pay back!
Tennessee Student Assistance Award
Award Amounts for 2013-2014
4 yr / 2 yr private $4,000 4 yr public - $2,000 2 yr public - $1,300 TN College of Applied Technology $1,000 Application Deadline: ASAP after Jan. 1 Valid EFC of $2,100 or less TN resident Amounts can be adjusted by financial aid office Returning college award recipients will be awarded money first, then students with $0 EFC
Paying for College
Financial Aid: Gift Aid
Scholarships
State - Tennessee Education Lottery
Scholarship Program
- Ned McWherter Scholars Program: $6,000 award. Minimum 3.5 GPA & Minimum 29 ACT
Institutional
Each school has an individual list of scholarships
Private
Business (Wal-Mart, Target, or Office Depot etc…) Professional Organizations Sororities/Fraternities/Church/Work Apply for all you are eligible!
Paying for College
Financial Aid: Gift Aid Tennessee Education Lottery Scholarship Program http://www.tn.gov/CollegePays Apply for the lottery scholarship by filling out the FAFSA
Tennessee HOPE Scholarship
- $4,000/year - 4 year OR - $2,000/year – 2 year Score 21 ACT (980 SAT) OR Earn 3.0 weighted overall grade point average (GPA).
Paying for College
Financial Aid: Gift Aid
General Assembly Merit Scholarship
Additional $1,000/year to HOPE Scholars who meet following higher academic requirements:
ALL
of the Qualify for the Tennessee HOPE scholarship Earn 3.75 weighted overall GPA (Your extra points for Honors and AP can count here.) Score 29 ACT (1280 SAT)
Aspire Award
Additional $1,500/year to HOPE Scholars who meet following income requirements:
ALL
of the You must qualify for the HOPE Scholarship You (if you’re independent) or your parents must have an adjusted gross income of $36,000 or less.
Paying for College
Financial Aid: Gift Aid
Tennessee HOPE Access Grant
If you don’t qualify for the HOPE Scholarship but you meet other academic and income requirements, you may be eligible for this one-time only award.
Earn 2.75 weighted overall GPA AND Score 18-20 ACT (860-970 SAT) AND Have parents’ or independent students yearly income $36,000 or less - $2,750/year – 4 year OR - $1,750/year – 2 year The grant is not renewable but you can apply for a Tennessee Hope Scholarship after you’ve attempted 24 college credit hours and earned a cumulative 2.75 college GPA.
Paying for College
Financial Aid: Gift Aid
Wilder-Naifeh Technical Skills Grant
Offers up to $2,000/year (no more than the cost of attendance) to any full-time student pursuing a certificate or diploma at a Tennessee Technology Center. (Students can enroll part-time but their award will be pro-rated.) There is no ACT or GPA requirement.
Paying for College
Financial Aid: Self-Help Aid
Employment
Federal Work Study Campus Employment
Loans
Federal Perkins Direct Loans Parent (PLUS) Loan Institutional Loans Alternative Loans Graduate PLUS
Paying for College
Financial Aid: How do I apply?
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College or University
Institutional Aid •
Other sources of aid
Outside scholarships and loans FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid Pell Grant SEOG Work Study Perkins Loan Stafford Loan State Aid Programs (Lottery)
Paying for College
FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
When…
Apply after January 1 of senior year of high school and each subsequent year
How…
http://www.fafsa.gov
Register for PIN early – http://www.pin.ed.gov
Remember…
Must reapply Priority deadlines Keep copies of everything Parents/students should estimate if they file their taxes late!!!
Assistance…
College Goal Sunday
Paying for College
How does the FAFSA work?
Students will get the Student Aid Report (SAR) in the mail with their Expected Family Contribution (EFC).
Helps to package:
Pell grant SEOG State grants Work Study Perkins loan Stafford loan Cost of Attendance (COA) - Expected Family Contribution (EFC) = Financial NEED
Paying for College
Financial Aid: The Award Letter Based on FAFSA and results of college aid applications You will receive an award letter from the college detailing all the aid you have received Must individually accept and/or deny all parts of the award package Return to the college by deadline May include other forms Work Study Application Loan Application (Master Promissory Note)
Paying for College
Follow up with your financial aid officer!
Let’s Review
Fall of your Senior Year Start Early Request information from schools Visit campuses and attend Open House programs Begin requesting application information Retake ACT or SAT Search for scholarships Meet all deadlines Ask questions Complete your applications
Let’s Review
Spring of your Senior Year
Fill out the FAFSA in January Complete any remaining paperwork with your college(s) (including your award letter) Return your intent to enroll to your school of choice (usually May 1)
Let’s Review
Summer before you enroll
Attend New Student Orientation Finish any last minute details with your school Get Ready!!!
Top 5 things to learn before you go off to college:
1. Laundry 2. Balance a checkbook 3. Share 4. Keep track of assignments 5. Take notes
Let’s Review
After you enroll
Talk to career services for guidance Take advantage of internships in your field of interest Get practical experiences in your major (do I really want to do this?) Get involved on campus to help ease the transition from high school to college ALWAYS ASK FOR HELP IF YOU NEED IT!
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