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Essential Guide for College-Bound Seniors: ACT, SAT, Applications, and Scholarships

This comprehensive guide for college-bound seniors covers everything you need to know about college entrance tests like the ACT and SAT, including registration details, costs, and test components. Learn what colleges look for in applicants, such as high school grades, course difficulty, and extracurricular activities. Discover tips for choosing the right college, visiting campuses, asking important questions, and submitting strong applications. Plus, get insights on scholarships, financial aid, and valuable online resources for finding opportunities.

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Essential Guide for College-Bound Seniors: ACT, SAT, Applications, and Scholarships

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  1. College Bound Seniors August 2010

  2. College Entrance Tests ACT • $33 (ACT plus Writing is $48.00) • Register on line at www.actstudent.org • English, Reading, Math and Science Reasoning. • Writing is optional. • NC Code is 364-180 • No penalty for guessing

  3. SAT Tests • Cost is $47.00 • Prefer to register on line at www.collegeboard.com • Writing, Critical Reading and Math • There is a penalty for guessing. Leave answer blank if you don’t know the answer. • NC Code is 364-180

  4. What Colleges Look For • High School Grades • Difficulty of courses taken • Class Rank • ACT/SAT scores • Extra-curricular activities • Recommendations

  5. Choosing a College • Academic Program (4 year, 2 year) • Public or Private • Location • Housing • Cost – Financial Aid • Activities, Athletics, Clubs • Areas of Study – Course Offerings • Graduation Rates/Job Placement Rates • Check out the college website

  6. College Visitations • Call for appointment (Admissions, Financial Aid, tour) • Excused from NC for 2 days (can not exceed the ten-day maximum and no visits during May). • College Visit forms due three school days prior to visit. • Wednesday, October 13th – College & Career Day

  7. Visiting the Campus • Speak to Admissions and Financial Aid • Tour – with college student, classes in session, if possible – return on your own • Speak to faculty in the programs that interest you. • Eat lunch • Visit the dorms, computer facilities, read the newspaper, chat with students.

  8. Questions to Ask • Average number of students in a class? • What academic programs is the college known for? • Security of the campus? • Health Clinic, Hospital nearby? Banks? Churches? • How are roommates assigned? • College Scholarships available? Financial Aid? • Tutoring available?

  9. College Applications • Check on-line applications (sometimes there is no fee) • Type applications (or print). • Have someone proof read it • Don’t leave blank spaces. • Get applications in early….by Christmas! • If you need recommendations – ask the person who is filling one out for you at least two weeks before it is due.

  10. Scholarships • Start Early! – It takes time, energy & persistence! • Be aware of deadlines! • Be organized and make copies! • Be aware of scholarship scams! • College Scholarships • Local Scholarships

  11. Web Sites • www.collegeboard.org • www.petersons.com • www.fastweb.com • www.college-scholarships.com • www.bls.gov/oco • www.fafsa.ed.gov • www.collegenet.com • www.collegeconfidential.com

  12. Questions??? • Call…. (419) 737-3413 • Email DVeres@northcentralschool.org • Check N.C.’s web site… www.ncschool.k12.oh.us/

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