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SENIOR ADVISEMENT
Information for Seniors and Their Parents
Slide 2
Topics for Discussion
- Counselors
- College Application
Process
- Transcript Request
Procedure
- Letters of
Recommendations
- Credits and Honor
Points
- Numeric Average GPA
vs NGA
- College Admission
Standards
- GPA
- Researching colleges
- Honor Code
- SAT/ACT
- Scholarships/Financial
Aid
- HOPE Changes
- NCAA
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Northview High School – Counselors
Students are assigned to counselors according to their last name:
Counselor
Samiah Garcia
Student Caseload
(A – De)
Jamie D. Brown
(Dh – Ka)
Renee Ferrerio, Dept Chair
(Ke – Mc)
Allison Leja
(Me- Sc)
Steve Creel
(Se – Z)
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College Application Process
What still needs to be done?
Complete college research & college applications
Understand the difference between being able to get
into a college and being able to AFFORD a college.
Understand the difference between high school
graduation requirements and college entrance
requirements
Understand that there are high school deadlines and
college deadlines for admissions, scholarships, NCAA,
HOPE, FAFSA
Submit all requests for transcripts, evaluations and
letters by the high school deadline
Research scholarships and financial aid
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College Application Process
High School Deadlines
There will be a strict minimum three week
(or 15 business day) high school deadline
prior to the college deadline for students
submitting any requests for Transcripts,
Letters of Recommendation, or HS
Counselor Section evaluations for a college
application or for a scholarship to the
Counseling Office.
This deadline excludes holidays and
only includes working business days.
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College Application Process
Due to the number of seniors… students
who fail to turn in their applications prior
to the three week deadline will NOT
receive a letter of recommendation from
their counselor. In order to ensure a letter
of recommendation, completed forms, and
on time delivery, ALL STUDENTS must
meet their deadlines. This excludes
holidays and breaks.
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College Application Process
In order to have an honest, fair, and complete
evaluation of the application between high
school and college…the student MUST waive
their rights to view the application when and if
colleges ask.
Failure to waive rights will result in minimal
academic information being reported.
All Senior Students need to give their Counselor
a SENIOR INFO SHEET on Sept. 4th. Parent
Response Form is optional. Available
electronically or on paper. Electronic copies
are available on our website and may be
emailed to the counselor.
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Transcript Request
Four types of transcript requests:
Paper Transcript Request (green)
Electronic Transcript Request (blue)
Common App Transcript Request (gold)
UGA Transcript Request (red)
The college will be specific as to how they want the
transcript sent.
Follow the specific college’s instructions.
All Transcript requests require a $3.00 processing fee
and will be accepted by Ms. Boatwright in the counseling
office.
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Common Application
Common Applications must be submitted before a
counselor can fill out information.
A correct email address must be entered for your
counselor in order for it to reach their account.
A list of all colleges that utilize common application
should be listed on their website at
www.commonapp.org .
We will only charge ONE $3.00 fee per student,
regardless of the number of colleges on Common
Application.
A $3.00 fee is also required for mid-year requests with
the accompanying form
No envelopes are needed for Common App. Everything is
electronically uploaded.
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UGA
UGA Transcript requests require their own form as there is a lot of information
required.
A $3.00 fee is required for a transcript request to UGA.
A $3.00 fee is also required for any mid year reports that must be sent and a form
must be filled out.
Early Action applicants must complete Part 1 only and turn in the transcript request
form by September 24, 2012 to meet the October 15th deadline
Regular Decision applicants must complete Part 1 and 2 and must turn in the
transcript request form by December 17, 2012. Early Action applicants will be notified
by December 15th.
UGA applications must be submitted online prior to transcript requests
being turned in.
Failure to submit a Senior Information Sheet prior to submitting a transcript request
will result in academic information being reported only.
Please indicate if you plan to apply for a scholarship and be mindful of the SAT/ACT
and GPA requirements.
Students who miss their deadlines will not receive a letter of recommendation and
may not receive an evaluation if time does not permit.
No envelopes are required for UGA applications. Everything will be uploaded
electronically.
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DO NOT TURN IN THIS FORM UNTIL YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR UGA APPLICATION ONLINE!!!
UGA application submission date: ________________________
□ Initial Request
□ Mid-Year Request
Please complete the following before submitting this request:
1. Submit ONE copy of the Senior Information Sheet to your counselor.
Mandatory
2. Circle one option
Early Action
Regular Decision
3. For Early Action, you must complete Part I of the application by October 15th. This form is due to the counseling
office by September 26, 2011 for Early Action applicants.
4. Please indicate if you are applying for the following programs:
Bernard Ramsey Honors Scholarship
Yes
No
(Minimum Academic GPA 3.75 unweighted, 1400 SAT CR & Math, 31 ACT)( Middle 50% GPA for Honors
Students 4.0-4.2, Middle 50% SAT for Honors Students 1430-1490, Middle 50% ACT for Honors Students 3133)
Foundation Fellowship Scholarship
Yes
No
(Minimum Academic GPA 3.75 unweighted, 1400 SAT CR & Math, 31 ACT)
5. Please indicate your highest scores:
SAT CR _______ SAT Math ________ SAT Writing ________ ACT Composite _______
6. For Regular Decision, you must ask a teacher to submit a teacher evaluation and you must complete Parts I and II by
January 15th. Do not forget to ask your teacher to submit for UGA deferrals from Early Action. The deadline to turn in
this form for Regular Decision applicants is December 16, 2011.
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Paper Transcripts
Paper Transcript requests are used for all colleges
OUTSIDE of Georgia that are not on the Common
Application and cannot receive electronic transcripts
A 9x12 self adhesive envelope made out to the college
admissions office must accompany your transcript
request. Proper postage must also be attached. Return
address labels are available.
Pre stamped envelopes are available for sale in The
Agora for $3.00
A $3.00 fee is required for a transcript request that
needs to be mailed.
A $3.00 fee is also required for any mid year reports
that must be sent and a form must be filled out.
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_______________________ ____Name of College/University/Scholarship etc.
___________________________ Admissions Deadline Date
______________________________________________________________________________________
Admissions Address of College/University/Scholarship Etc.
City
State
Zip Code
□ Initial Request
□ Mid-Year Request
Please complete the following before submitting this request:
1. Submit ONE copy of the Senior Information Sheet to your counselor.
Mandatory
2. Does the application include a REQUIRED “Counselor Section”?
If so, attach the form or online access information to this request.
YES
or
NO
3. Is a “Counselor Letter of Recommendation” REQUIRED for the application?
YES
or
NO
4. Is a “Teacher Letter of Recommendation” REQUIRED for the application?
YES
or
NO
If yes, provide the teacher with the following at least THREE weeks prior to the application deadline:
Legal Envelope with Admissions Address and Postage, Recommendation Form, Legal Name and DOB.
5. Submit your SAT/ACT scores to the college?
www.collegeboard.com or www.act.org
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Electronic Transcripts
Electronic Transcript requests are used for Georgia
colleges that are not on the Common Application and for
NCAA transcript requests.
All transcripts will be uploaded through
www.gacollege411.com
This form should not be used for UGA.
If a letter of recommendation is “required” please submit
a legal size envelope with proper address and postage
with transcript request form.
A $3.00 fee is required for a transcript request done
electronically.
A $3.00 fee is also required for any mid year reports
that must be sent and a form must be filled out.
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2011-2012 ELECTRONIC TRANSCRIPT REQUEST
GEORGIA SCHOOLS THAT DO NOT ACCEPT THE COMMON APP.
NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER
DO NOT USE FOR UGA
__________________________________________________________
Name of College, University, or NCAA Eligibility Center
___________________________
Admissions Deadline Date
□ Initial Request
□ Mid-Year Request
Please complete the following before submitting this request:
1. Submit ONE copy of the Senior Information Sheet to your counselor.
Mandatory
2. Are you requesting a Letter of Recommendation from your counselor?
YES
If yes, include a legal sized envelope with a stamp and college admissions address.
3. Submit your SAT/ACT scores to the college?
www.collegeboard.com or www.act.org
or
NO
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Students may request electronic transcripts be uploaded
through GACollege411
Students, in order to request your transcript electronically via GAcollege411, please
click on the following link: https://secure.gacollege411.org/Home/_default.aspx
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Next, click “Sign In” (top right corner)
After entering your Account Name and Password, click “Sign In” in the blue
highlighted box (If you are not able to access your account, please contact
your Professional School Counselor for assistance).
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Next, select the “College Planning” tab
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Select “Applications and Transcripts” (bottom box)
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Next, select “Request and Track Your Transcript” (bottom left box)
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You must be associated with your high school to request transcripts (Please verify
that your high school information is correct)
Next, select the transcript postsecondary destination by using the scroll down tool in
the blue highlighted box.
Click “Continue”
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Congratulations! Your transcript request has been submitted.
Click on the “Request Transcript” tab to request another transcript or click
on the “History” tab to view the status of all your requests.
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Remember, transcripts will not
be released from our office
through GACollege411 until
the corresponding
electronic/UGA transcript
request form and $3.00 fee
have been dropped off in the
counseling office.
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Letters of Recommendation-Teacher
Could be Paper or Electronic
Requires a Senior Info Sheet filled out &
Self Addressed Stamped Envelope given to
the teacher
Teacher will mail if paper or send
electronically (Student will communicate
the deadline)
Please give your teachers at least a three
week lead time to write you a letter
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Letters of Recommendation-Counselor
Some schools want Letters of
Recommendation and some do not.
Check the application if required.
Do not assume every college needs or
even wants a Letter of Recommendation.
Be considerate and mindful of your
recommender when requesting a Letter of
Recommendation.
Three week notice required excluding
holidays and breaks.
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College Admission Standards
GPA – Typically average in academic core on a 4.0 scale
(English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and World Language)
Course Selection (rigor; difficulty level) – Selective colleges are
looking at the strength or rigor of your courses throughout
high school, including your senior year. We highly recommend
seniors take a minimum of 4 academics each semester. (For
highly selective colleges, a minimum of 5 each semester)
Test Scores (SAT and/or ACT)
Class Rank – Based on overall numeric weighted average
Extracurricular Activities – Leadership and participation in
clubs, service and sports can be particularly important to
competitive colleges
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College Admission Standards
College Application Essays – Required essays on
the college application are important because
they demonstrate your writing ability and give
the college more information about you. Please
seek advice when writing an essay and make sure
to proofread for errors
Letters of Recommendation – Request teacher
recommendation three weeks before needed and
counselor recommendation at least three weeks
prior to the college’s deadline
Resume – Contains academic info., honors &
awards, extracurricular activities, work/volunteer
experience, etc.
Interviews
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GPA
High School GPA is calculated by the postsecondary institution not
the high school (Fulton County does not calculate)
College GPA is different than the Fulton County Numeric Average
Student should contact college to find how they calculate GPA
Most colleges use this scale: A = 4.0, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0,
F = 0.0
Most colleges only consider academic courses (Language Arts,
Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language)
Some colleges may give additional points for Honors, AP, and
College courses
Some colleges may take off the additional 7 points added for
Honors, AP and college courses
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Research Colleges
Use the Internet
- GAcollege411 www.gacollege411.org
- Georgia Career Information Service
(GCIS) www.gcic.peachnet.edu
-User ID: nviewhs Password: gcis1890
-www.collegeboard.com
- Visit college websites and note
deadlines
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Research College
Visit with College Representatives at Northview High
School
Pre-register in the Counseling Office by signing a list
and receiving a permission slip
Visit College Campuses
Request up to 6 days of pre approved absences each
year to visit colleges
Start visits junior year and complete them by early fall
of your senior year
Meet with representatives from admissions, financial
aid and from your area of interest and ask questions
during your visit.
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Research Colleges
Use the College Career Room to research
colleges and scholarships
Attend College Fairs
PROBE College Fair
Tuesday, September 11, 2012 6pm- 9pm (North
Point Mall)
Wednesday, September 19, 2012 6pm- 8:30pm
(Gwinnett Civic Center)
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Research Colleges
Narrow your list to somewhere around 4-8 colleges – List should be balanced
View the school profiles, and compare the admissions data to your own
academic record and test scores.
- Dream/Reach school (less than 30% chance of admission)
- Your Academic Record/Test scores are at or below average
- For highly selective schools, your scores should meet or be above
average
- Good Fit/Target school (30%-60% chance of admission)
- Your Academic Record/Test Scores are in line with average
- Safety school (greater than 60% chance of admission)
- Your Academic Record/Test Scores are above average
- You need one at least one safety school
- Highly selective school should never be considered safety
- Close to home (more affordable)
Consider
and
the for
cost
of personality,
traveling home
Apply to -schools
that location
are a good
match
your
interests, and career goals
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Research Colleges
Types of Admissions Decisions
Regular Decision
Early Action - Invite early applications;
Receives notice of admission. If accepted,
student is not obligated to attend.
Early Decision - Receives notice of admission
early; If accepted, student is obligated to
attend; If accepted, student must withdraw all
other applications. If accepted, student is
obligated to attend.
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Research College
Visit the college or college’s website
Make sure you find out and meet
minimum high school courses for
admissions, particularly if OUT-OFSTATE.
Check GPA, SAT/ACT, etc and anything
else that is required for admissions.
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Honor Code/Discipline
If a college or scholarship program inquires about honor code violations
or discipline, we are obligated to report this information.
Also, inquiries on a student's integrity may also be affected if the student
has a documented out of school suspension or honor code violation.
Acceptance to college is provisional and the colleges hold all of the
rights.
Colleges reserve the right to rescind admission or put you on immediate
probation.
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SAT vs ACT College Entrance Exams
SAT I Scores 600-2400
College admission test that measures
students’ mathematical ability, critical
reading knowledge, and writing skill.
SAT Subject Tests Scores 200-800
One-hour tests offered in subjects such as
English, foreign language, science, history,
and mathematics. Some colleges require the
SAT II test(s) & students should check with
each college to determine whether it is
necessary to take the SAT II(s).
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SAT vs ACT College Entrance Exams
American College Testing Program (ACT)
Scores 0-36
College admission test which measures
aptitude and skill in English, math,
reading, natural sciences, and writing.
Test Registration
SAT
www.collegeboard.com
ACT
www.act.org
High School Code
111148
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SAT vs ACT
Type of Test
SAT
ACT
Test of critical thinking
and problem solving
Content-based test
Test Dates
October 6
November 3
December 1
January 26
Score
600 to 2400
1 to 36
Penalty for wrong
answers
Yes
No
Structure
Critical Reading
Math (through Algebra 2)
Writing
September 8
October 27
December 8
English
Math (through trigonometry)
Reading
Science Reasoning
Writing (Optional)
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Scholarships/Financial Aid
- All Scholarships that we become aware of will be posted to the NHS
Counseling website. Student should check this resource frequently.
- Research scholarships on the internet
www.scholarships.com
www.fastweb.com
www.gacollege411.org
www.gsfc.com
- Contact colleges directly about financial aid and scholarship
opportunities. Colleges award many renewable scholarships. Ask about
criteria, procedures and deadlines
- A great site to learn about types of Financial Aid, who is eligible, FAFSA
and more is: http://studentaid.ed.gov/
- Financial Aid Night at Northview High hosted by the Georgia Student
Finance Commission and a local Expert on Financial Aid, Joni Towles. A
representative will be at Northview on January 17, 2013 at 6:30pm in the
NHS Auditorium to outline the FAFSA form and review HOPE scholarship
information
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HOPE GPA
A 3.0 GPA is required by averaging core coursework, including failing
grades, on a 4.0 scale
Core Courses
English
Math
Science
Social Science
World Language
Conversion
A
90 to 100
4.0 Points
B
80 to 89
3.0 Points
C
70 to 79
2.0 Points
F
0 to 69
0 Points
Honors points are removed and a 0.50 weighting is added back in for AP
courses only, not to exceed 4.0
Middle school credit is not calculated in the HOPE GPA
All calculations are done by the Georgia Student Finance Commission
Counselors are not responsible for calculating the HOPE GPA
A 2.99 GPA does NOT qualify you for HOPE
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HOPE Scholarship
Basic eligibility requirements:
Students graduating under the single diploma type must have a 3.0
GPA as calculated by GSFC.
The GPA calculation is the same calculation that was mandated in
the HOPE changes in 2004.
Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA in college to maintain the HOPE
Scholarship.
If a student falls below a 3.0 GPA in college, they may only regain
the HOPE Scholarship one time.
A student that does not graduate from high school as a HOPE
Scholar, can earn a 3.0 GPA in college and enter the HOPE
Scholarship program at the 30, 60 or 90 semester hour check point
or equivalent quarter hour check point.
The HOPE Scholarship will not pay for remedial or developmental
courses.
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HOPE Scholarship
The HOPE Scholarship will pay:
At an eligible postsecondary institution, a percentage
amount of the standard tuition charges from the
previous year.
At an eligible private postsecondary institution, a
percentage amount of the HOPE award for private
colleges.
Award Amounts:
Payment amount for private & public colleges and
universities can be located on GAcollege411.org on the
HOPE Program Changes page
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Zell Miller Scholarship
Major premise of the program is that a student
must meet all the requirements to be eligible for
the HOPE Scholarship, plus:
Graduate from an eligible high school with a
grade point average of at least a 3.7 as
calculated by GSFC and having received a score
of at least 1,200 combined critical reading score
and math score on a single administration of the
SAT or an ACT score of at least 26; or
Graduated from an eligible high school as the
valedictorian or salutatorian
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Zell Miller Scholar Program
A student must maintain a 3.3 grade point
average in college to maintain the Zell
Miller Scholar program.
If a student loses eligibility for the Zell
Miller Scholar program for any reason,
they may regain that eligibility one time.
They remain eligible for the HOPE
Scholarship provided the student’s GPA is
still a 3.0 or above.
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HOPE
Apply for the HOPE
Apply for the HOPE – Complete FAFSA starting January, 2013 senior year:
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) - www.fafsa.ed.gov
or
Georgia Student Financial Aid Application System (GSFAPPS) - www.GAcollege411.org
View your HOPE average
Go to www.gacollege411.org and login to your account.
For Additional Information on HOPE
Contact Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC)
770-724-9000 or www.gsfc.org
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Program changes are available on the www.gacollege411.org website
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NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse
If you are planning on participating in intercollegiate athletics at an NCAA
Division I or II institution you must register with the NCAA Initial-Eligibility
Clearinghouse
Access the registration materials by visiting the NCAA website
www.ncaaclearinghouse.net
When taking the SAT/ACT, enter 9999 for scores to be sent to NCAA
Students and parents are responsible for determining
NCAA eligibility to Division I and Division II schools
Counselor’s are neither responsible nor allowed
to determine eligibility
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COMMUNICATION
You should have received email alerts for
this meeting.
If you do not receive any email
communication from the counseling office,
make certain we have your updated email
address.
You may send your updated email to
[email protected]
Make sure to include your student’s legal
name and grade level
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Don’t Forget….
Check the counseling website frequently
for scholarship opportunities:
http://northviewhigh.com/counseling/
Follow us on Facebook at:
facebook.com/NHSTitansCounseling
Follow us on Twitter at:
@NHSCounseling1
This entire presentation will be added to
the counseling website to review as
needed!
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Q&A
Complete the Survey and hand it back to counselor or teacher before leaving
It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on
the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any
employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity
or service.
SENIOR ADVISEMENT
Information for Seniors and Their Parents
Slide 2
Topics for Discussion
- Counselors
- College Application
Process
- Transcript Request
Procedure
- Letters of
Recommendations
- Credits and Honor
Points
- Numeric Average GPA
vs NGA
- College Admission
Standards
- GPA
- Researching colleges
- Honor Code
- SAT/ACT
- Scholarships/Financial
Aid
- HOPE Changes
- NCAA
Slide 3
Northview High School – Counselors
Students are assigned to counselors according to their last name:
Counselor
Samiah Garcia
Student Caseload
(A – De)
Jamie D. Brown
(Dh – Ka)
Renee Ferrerio, Dept Chair
(Ke – Mc)
Allison Leja
(Me- Sc)
Steve Creel
(Se – Z)
Slide 4
College Application Process
What still needs to be done?
Complete college research & college applications
Understand the difference between being able to get
into a college and being able to AFFORD a college.
Understand the difference between high school
graduation requirements and college entrance
requirements
Understand that there are high school deadlines and
college deadlines for admissions, scholarships, NCAA,
HOPE, FAFSA
Submit all requests for transcripts, evaluations and
letters by the high school deadline
Research scholarships and financial aid
Slide 5
College Application Process
High School Deadlines
There will be a strict minimum three week
(or 15 business day) high school deadline
prior to the college deadline for students
submitting any requests for Transcripts,
Letters of Recommendation, or HS
Counselor Section evaluations for a college
application or for a scholarship to the
Counseling Office.
This deadline excludes holidays and
only includes working business days.
Slide 6
College Application Process
Due to the number of seniors… students
who fail to turn in their applications prior
to the three week deadline will NOT
receive a letter of recommendation from
their counselor. In order to ensure a letter
of recommendation, completed forms, and
on time delivery, ALL STUDENTS must
meet their deadlines. This excludes
holidays and breaks.
Slide 7
College Application Process
In order to have an honest, fair, and complete
evaluation of the application between high
school and college…the student MUST waive
their rights to view the application when and if
colleges ask.
Failure to waive rights will result in minimal
academic information being reported.
All Senior Students need to give their Counselor
a SENIOR INFO SHEET on Sept. 4th. Parent
Response Form is optional. Available
electronically or on paper. Electronic copies
are available on our website and may be
emailed to the counselor.
Slide 8
Transcript Request
Four types of transcript requests:
Paper Transcript Request (green)
Electronic Transcript Request (blue)
Common App Transcript Request (gold)
UGA Transcript Request (red)
The college will be specific as to how they want the
transcript sent.
Follow the specific college’s instructions.
All Transcript requests require a $3.00 processing fee
and will be accepted by Ms. Boatwright in the counseling
office.
Slide 9
Common Application
Common Applications must be submitted before a
counselor can fill out information.
A correct email address must be entered for your
counselor in order for it to reach their account.
A list of all colleges that utilize common application
should be listed on their website at
www.commonapp.org .
We will only charge ONE $3.00 fee per student,
regardless of the number of colleges on Common
Application.
A $3.00 fee is also required for mid-year requests with
the accompanying form
No envelopes are needed for Common App. Everything is
electronically uploaded.
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UGA
UGA Transcript requests require their own form as there is a lot of information
required.
A $3.00 fee is required for a transcript request to UGA.
A $3.00 fee is also required for any mid year reports that must be sent and a form
must be filled out.
Early Action applicants must complete Part 1 only and turn in the transcript request
form by September 24, 2012 to meet the October 15th deadline
Regular Decision applicants must complete Part 1 and 2 and must turn in the
transcript request form by December 17, 2012. Early Action applicants will be notified
by December 15th.
UGA applications must be submitted online prior to transcript requests
being turned in.
Failure to submit a Senior Information Sheet prior to submitting a transcript request
will result in academic information being reported only.
Please indicate if you plan to apply for a scholarship and be mindful of the SAT/ACT
and GPA requirements.
Students who miss their deadlines will not receive a letter of recommendation and
may not receive an evaluation if time does not permit.
No envelopes are required for UGA applications. Everything will be uploaded
electronically.
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DO NOT TURN IN THIS FORM UNTIL YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR UGA APPLICATION ONLINE!!!
UGA application submission date: ________________________
□ Initial Request
□ Mid-Year Request
Please complete the following before submitting this request:
1. Submit ONE copy of the Senior Information Sheet to your counselor.
Mandatory
2. Circle one option
Early Action
Regular Decision
3. For Early Action, you must complete Part I of the application by October 15th. This form is due to the counseling
office by September 26, 2011 for Early Action applicants.
4. Please indicate if you are applying for the following programs:
Bernard Ramsey Honors Scholarship
Yes
No
(Minimum Academic GPA 3.75 unweighted, 1400 SAT CR & Math, 31 ACT)( Middle 50% GPA for Honors
Students 4.0-4.2, Middle 50% SAT for Honors Students 1430-1490, Middle 50% ACT for Honors Students 3133)
Foundation Fellowship Scholarship
Yes
No
(Minimum Academic GPA 3.75 unweighted, 1400 SAT CR & Math, 31 ACT)
5. Please indicate your highest scores:
SAT CR _______ SAT Math ________ SAT Writing ________ ACT Composite _______
6. For Regular Decision, you must ask a teacher to submit a teacher evaluation and you must complete Parts I and II by
January 15th. Do not forget to ask your teacher to submit for UGA deferrals from Early Action. The deadline to turn in
this form for Regular Decision applicants is December 16, 2011.
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Paper Transcripts
Paper Transcript requests are used for all colleges
OUTSIDE of Georgia that are not on the Common
Application and cannot receive electronic transcripts
A 9x12 self adhesive envelope made out to the college
admissions office must accompany your transcript
request. Proper postage must also be attached. Return
address labels are available.
Pre stamped envelopes are available for sale in The
Agora for $3.00
A $3.00 fee is required for a transcript request that
needs to be mailed.
A $3.00 fee is also required for any mid year reports
that must be sent and a form must be filled out.
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_______________________ ____Name of College/University/Scholarship etc.
___________________________ Admissions Deadline Date
______________________________________________________________________________________
Admissions Address of College/University/Scholarship Etc.
City
State
Zip Code
□ Initial Request
□ Mid-Year Request
Please complete the following before submitting this request:
1. Submit ONE copy of the Senior Information Sheet to your counselor.
Mandatory
2. Does the application include a REQUIRED “Counselor Section”?
If so, attach the form or online access information to this request.
YES
or
NO
3. Is a “Counselor Letter of Recommendation” REQUIRED for the application?
YES
or
NO
4. Is a “Teacher Letter of Recommendation” REQUIRED for the application?
YES
or
NO
If yes, provide the teacher with the following at least THREE weeks prior to the application deadline:
Legal Envelope with Admissions Address and Postage, Recommendation Form, Legal Name and DOB.
5. Submit your SAT/ACT scores to the college?
www.collegeboard.com or www.act.org
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Electronic Transcripts
Electronic Transcript requests are used for Georgia
colleges that are not on the Common Application and for
NCAA transcript requests.
All transcripts will be uploaded through
www.gacollege411.com
This form should not be used for UGA.
If a letter of recommendation is “required” please submit
a legal size envelope with proper address and postage
with transcript request form.
A $3.00 fee is required for a transcript request done
electronically.
A $3.00 fee is also required for any mid year reports
that must be sent and a form must be filled out.
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2011-2012 ELECTRONIC TRANSCRIPT REQUEST
GEORGIA SCHOOLS THAT DO NOT ACCEPT THE COMMON APP.
NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER
DO NOT USE FOR UGA
__________________________________________________________
Name of College, University, or NCAA Eligibility Center
___________________________
Admissions Deadline Date
□ Initial Request
□ Mid-Year Request
Please complete the following before submitting this request:
1. Submit ONE copy of the Senior Information Sheet to your counselor.
Mandatory
2. Are you requesting a Letter of Recommendation from your counselor?
YES
If yes, include a legal sized envelope with a stamp and college admissions address.
3. Submit your SAT/ACT scores to the college?
www.collegeboard.com or www.act.org
or
NO
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Students may request electronic transcripts be uploaded
through GACollege411
Students, in order to request your transcript electronically via GAcollege411, please
click on the following link: https://secure.gacollege411.org/Home/_default.aspx
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Next, click “Sign In” (top right corner)
After entering your Account Name and Password, click “Sign In” in the blue
highlighted box (If you are not able to access your account, please contact
your Professional School Counselor for assistance).
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Next, select the “College Planning” tab
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Select “Applications and Transcripts” (bottom box)
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Next, select “Request and Track Your Transcript” (bottom left box)
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You must be associated with your high school to request transcripts (Please verify
that your high school information is correct)
Next, select the transcript postsecondary destination by using the scroll down tool in
the blue highlighted box.
Click “Continue”
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Congratulations! Your transcript request has been submitted.
Click on the “Request Transcript” tab to request another transcript or click
on the “History” tab to view the status of all your requests.
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Remember, transcripts will not
be released from our office
through GACollege411 until
the corresponding
electronic/UGA transcript
request form and $3.00 fee
have been dropped off in the
counseling office.
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Letters of Recommendation-Teacher
Could be Paper or Electronic
Requires a Senior Info Sheet filled out &
Self Addressed Stamped Envelope given to
the teacher
Teacher will mail if paper or send
electronically (Student will communicate
the deadline)
Please give your teachers at least a three
week lead time to write you a letter
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Letters of Recommendation-Counselor
Some schools want Letters of
Recommendation and some do not.
Check the application if required.
Do not assume every college needs or
even wants a Letter of Recommendation.
Be considerate and mindful of your
recommender when requesting a Letter of
Recommendation.
Three week notice required excluding
holidays and breaks.
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College Admission Standards
GPA – Typically average in academic core on a 4.0 scale
(English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and World Language)
Course Selection (rigor; difficulty level) – Selective colleges are
looking at the strength or rigor of your courses throughout
high school, including your senior year. We highly recommend
seniors take a minimum of 4 academics each semester. (For
highly selective colleges, a minimum of 5 each semester)
Test Scores (SAT and/or ACT)
Class Rank – Based on overall numeric weighted average
Extracurricular Activities – Leadership and participation in
clubs, service and sports can be particularly important to
competitive colleges
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College Admission Standards
College Application Essays – Required essays on
the college application are important because
they demonstrate your writing ability and give
the college more information about you. Please
seek advice when writing an essay and make sure
to proofread for errors
Letters of Recommendation – Request teacher
recommendation three weeks before needed and
counselor recommendation at least three weeks
prior to the college’s deadline
Resume – Contains academic info., honors &
awards, extracurricular activities, work/volunteer
experience, etc.
Interviews
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GPA
High School GPA is calculated by the postsecondary institution not
the high school (Fulton County does not calculate)
College GPA is different than the Fulton County Numeric Average
Student should contact college to find how they calculate GPA
Most colleges use this scale: A = 4.0, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0,
F = 0.0
Most colleges only consider academic courses (Language Arts,
Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language)
Some colleges may give additional points for Honors, AP, and
College courses
Some colleges may take off the additional 7 points added for
Honors, AP and college courses
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Research Colleges
Use the Internet
- GAcollege411 www.gacollege411.org
- Georgia Career Information Service
(GCIS) www.gcic.peachnet.edu
-User ID: nviewhs Password: gcis1890
-www.collegeboard.com
- Visit college websites and note
deadlines
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Research College
Visit with College Representatives at Northview High
School
Pre-register in the Counseling Office by signing a list
and receiving a permission slip
Visit College Campuses
Request up to 6 days of pre approved absences each
year to visit colleges
Start visits junior year and complete them by early fall
of your senior year
Meet with representatives from admissions, financial
aid and from your area of interest and ask questions
during your visit.
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Research Colleges
Use the College Career Room to research
colleges and scholarships
Attend College Fairs
PROBE College Fair
Tuesday, September 11, 2012 6pm- 9pm (North
Point Mall)
Wednesday, September 19, 2012 6pm- 8:30pm
(Gwinnett Civic Center)
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Research Colleges
Narrow your list to somewhere around 4-8 colleges – List should be balanced
View the school profiles, and compare the admissions data to your own
academic record and test scores.
- Dream/Reach school (less than 30% chance of admission)
- Your Academic Record/Test scores are at or below average
- For highly selective schools, your scores should meet or be above
average
- Good Fit/Target school (30%-60% chance of admission)
- Your Academic Record/Test Scores are in line with average
- Safety school (greater than 60% chance of admission)
- Your Academic Record/Test Scores are above average
- You need one at least one safety school
- Highly selective school should never be considered safety
- Close to home (more affordable)
Consider
and
the for
cost
of personality,
traveling home
Apply to -schools
that location
are a good
match
your
interests, and career goals
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Research Colleges
Types of Admissions Decisions
Regular Decision
Early Action - Invite early applications;
Receives notice of admission. If accepted,
student is not obligated to attend.
Early Decision - Receives notice of admission
early; If accepted, student is obligated to
attend; If accepted, student must withdraw all
other applications. If accepted, student is
obligated to attend.
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Research College
Visit the college or college’s website
Make sure you find out and meet
minimum high school courses for
admissions, particularly if OUT-OFSTATE.
Check GPA, SAT/ACT, etc and anything
else that is required for admissions.
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Honor Code/Discipline
If a college or scholarship program inquires about honor code violations
or discipline, we are obligated to report this information.
Also, inquiries on a student's integrity may also be affected if the student
has a documented out of school suspension or honor code violation.
Acceptance to college is provisional and the colleges hold all of the
rights.
Colleges reserve the right to rescind admission or put you on immediate
probation.
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SAT vs ACT College Entrance Exams
SAT I Scores 600-2400
College admission test that measures
students’ mathematical ability, critical
reading knowledge, and writing skill.
SAT Subject Tests Scores 200-800
One-hour tests offered in subjects such as
English, foreign language, science, history,
and mathematics. Some colleges require the
SAT II test(s) & students should check with
each college to determine whether it is
necessary to take the SAT II(s).
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SAT vs ACT College Entrance Exams
American College Testing Program (ACT)
Scores 0-36
College admission test which measures
aptitude and skill in English, math,
reading, natural sciences, and writing.
Test Registration
SAT
www.collegeboard.com
ACT
www.act.org
High School Code
111148
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SAT vs ACT
Type of Test
SAT
ACT
Test of critical thinking
and problem solving
Content-based test
Test Dates
October 6
November 3
December 1
January 26
Score
600 to 2400
1 to 36
Penalty for wrong
answers
Yes
No
Structure
Critical Reading
Math (through Algebra 2)
Writing
September 8
October 27
December 8
English
Math (through trigonometry)
Reading
Science Reasoning
Writing (Optional)
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Scholarships/Financial Aid
- All Scholarships that we become aware of will be posted to the NHS
Counseling website. Student should check this resource frequently.
- Research scholarships on the internet
www.scholarships.com
www.fastweb.com
www.gacollege411.org
www.gsfc.com
- Contact colleges directly about financial aid and scholarship
opportunities. Colleges award many renewable scholarships. Ask about
criteria, procedures and deadlines
- A great site to learn about types of Financial Aid, who is eligible, FAFSA
and more is: http://studentaid.ed.gov/
- Financial Aid Night at Northview High hosted by the Georgia Student
Finance Commission and a local Expert on Financial Aid, Joni Towles. A
representative will be at Northview on January 17, 2013 at 6:30pm in the
NHS Auditorium to outline the FAFSA form and review HOPE scholarship
information
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HOPE GPA
A 3.0 GPA is required by averaging core coursework, including failing
grades, on a 4.0 scale
Core Courses
English
Math
Science
Social Science
World Language
Conversion
A
90 to 100
4.0 Points
B
80 to 89
3.0 Points
C
70 to 79
2.0 Points
F
0 to 69
0 Points
Honors points are removed and a 0.50 weighting is added back in for AP
courses only, not to exceed 4.0
Middle school credit is not calculated in the HOPE GPA
All calculations are done by the Georgia Student Finance Commission
Counselors are not responsible for calculating the HOPE GPA
A 2.99 GPA does NOT qualify you for HOPE
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HOPE Scholarship
Basic eligibility requirements:
Students graduating under the single diploma type must have a 3.0
GPA as calculated by GSFC.
The GPA calculation is the same calculation that was mandated in
the HOPE changes in 2004.
Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA in college to maintain the HOPE
Scholarship.
If a student falls below a 3.0 GPA in college, they may only regain
the HOPE Scholarship one time.
A student that does not graduate from high school as a HOPE
Scholar, can earn a 3.0 GPA in college and enter the HOPE
Scholarship program at the 30, 60 or 90 semester hour check point
or equivalent quarter hour check point.
The HOPE Scholarship will not pay for remedial or developmental
courses.
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HOPE Scholarship
The HOPE Scholarship will pay:
At an eligible postsecondary institution, a percentage
amount of the standard tuition charges from the
previous year.
At an eligible private postsecondary institution, a
percentage amount of the HOPE award for private
colleges.
Award Amounts:
Payment amount for private & public colleges and
universities can be located on GAcollege411.org on the
HOPE Program Changes page
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Zell Miller Scholarship
Major premise of the program is that a student
must meet all the requirements to be eligible for
the HOPE Scholarship, plus:
Graduate from an eligible high school with a
grade point average of at least a 3.7 as
calculated by GSFC and having received a score
of at least 1,200 combined critical reading score
and math score on a single administration of the
SAT or an ACT score of at least 26; or
Graduated from an eligible high school as the
valedictorian or salutatorian
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Zell Miller Scholar Program
A student must maintain a 3.3 grade point
average in college to maintain the Zell
Miller Scholar program.
If a student loses eligibility for the Zell
Miller Scholar program for any reason,
they may regain that eligibility one time.
They remain eligible for the HOPE
Scholarship provided the student’s GPA is
still a 3.0 or above.
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HOPE
Apply for the HOPE
Apply for the HOPE – Complete FAFSA starting January, 2013 senior year:
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) - www.fafsa.ed.gov
or
Georgia Student Financial Aid Application System (GSFAPPS) - www.GAcollege411.org
View your HOPE average
Go to www.gacollege411.org and login to your account.
For Additional Information on HOPE
Contact Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC)
770-724-9000 or www.gsfc.org
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Program changes are available on the www.gacollege411.org website
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NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse
If you are planning on participating in intercollegiate athletics at an NCAA
Division I or II institution you must register with the NCAA Initial-Eligibility
Clearinghouse
Access the registration materials by visiting the NCAA website
www.ncaaclearinghouse.net
When taking the SAT/ACT, enter 9999 for scores to be sent to NCAA
Students and parents are responsible for determining
NCAA eligibility to Division I and Division II schools
Counselor’s are neither responsible nor allowed
to determine eligibility
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COMMUNICATION
You should have received email alerts for
this meeting.
If you do not receive any email
communication from the counseling office,
make certain we have your updated email
address.
You may send your updated email to
[email protected]
Make sure to include your student’s legal
name and grade level
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Don’t Forget….
Check the counseling website frequently
for scholarship opportunities:
http://northviewhigh.com/counseling/
Follow us on Facebook at:
facebook.com/NHSTitansCounseling
Follow us on Twitter at:
@NHSCounseling1
This entire presentation will be added to
the counseling website to review as
needed!
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Q&A
Complete the Survey and hand it back to counselor or teacher before leaving
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or service.