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WELCOME TO COLLEGE NIGHT

WELCOME TO COLLEGE NIGHT. Overview of hand-outs -A High School Timeline * -Choosing a College/College Planning -ACT/SAT dates/Internet Resources -Financial Aid/Key Terms * -On-line College Costs Estimator Tip Sheet * -ACT College Comparison Worksheet/College vs. High School

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WELCOME TO COLLEGE NIGHT

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  1. WELCOME TO COLLEGE NIGHT Overview of hand-outs -A High School Timeline * -Choosing a College/College Planning -ACT/SAT dates/Internet Resources -Financial Aid/Key Terms * -On-line College Costs Estimator Tip Sheet * -ACT College Comparison Worksheet/College vs. High School -College fair tomorrow w/questions -Orange folder -2013-14 Scholarship booklet/2014 JCCF Booklet -Next Magazines *From The National Center for College Costs

  2. Most important information from tonight -Students should begin reading and responding to their e-mail every day -Parents need to remain involved -Read daily announcements -Read guidance newsletter -Attend the senior meeting in August/September -Begin discussion with student

  3. CHOOSING THE COLLEGE THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU! • Four year college or university • Two year college or vocational school (Vincennes, Ivy Tech, IUPUI, Holy Cross College, IUPUC, Ancilla College ) • Business & Technical Schools (Harrison College, ITT Tech, Lincoln Tech)

  4. TWO-YEAR COLLEGES • IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE • Affordable options for; -one-year certification programs -two-year associate degrees -the college transfer program, students do first two years at Ivy Tech and finish last two at a four year State University

  5. Columbus • 2 year degree in 11 MONTHS • Associate of Science in Liberal Arts • June 2014 – May 2015 • Transfer in to a four-year school as a JUNIOR!

  6. Columbus • Student Eligibility Requirements: • Minimum GPA of 2.5 • At college level in English and Math • Under 21 years of age • Core 40 diploma or higher • No major disciplinary issues • Solid high school attendance record

  7. TWO-YEAR COLLEGES • VINCENNES UNIVERSITY -Offers similar programs to Ivy Tech -Has housing and athletic programs -Also has limited number of 4 year degrees -Transferable credits to other colleges

  8. PROPRIETARY SCHOOLS • Usually are Business and /or vocational training schools. • Emphasis on career preparation • Open enrollment, for profit • Examples include Harrison College, ITT Technical Institute, Lincoln Tech, Med-Tech College.

  9. STARTING EARLY 1. Ask your student why college 2. Discuss your concerns and families financial limitations 3. How to decide 4. Familiarize yourself with the admission process 5. Plan Visit. What questions to ask. 6. Mark the family calendar with important dates 7. Proofread applications and essays 8. Proofread your child’s resume before they send off their applications

  10. HOW TO DECIDE • KNOW YOURSELF: Why are you going to college? What do you want to study? What type of atmosphere do you prefer? Large, medium, small? Rural, urban? Close to home? Other factors include opportunities for internships, study abroad, knowing your professors, diversity of student body, job placement, costs. • Start the dialog: Parents need to gain an understanding regarding how their student views college in their future.

  11. LEARN ABOUT COLLEGES - College fair: Tomorrow morning FCHS @ 8:30 -Naviance: https://connection.naviance.com/family-connection/auth/login/?hsid=franklinchs • http://www.indianacollegecosts.org -Internet, websites of the colleges -College Reference Materials in the Guidance Center -College representatives visit our school in the fall -Take a visit -Alumni

  12. COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVES • Representatives of many Indiana colleges visit FCHS in the fall • Obtain a pass in the Guidance Office, usually scheduled during PT/COACH • Obtain teacher signature and come to meeting & Listen and ask questions • Check announcements, posting on window, emails and Friday newsletter.

  13. Colleges That Change Lives. Author Loren Pope, former New York Times education editor. • After much research, Mr. Pope began championing a small group of less well-known colleges for their life-changing success with students, and soon after the organization of Colleges That Change Lives came into being. • The member colleges and universities—from 24 states and with enrollments ranging from 350 to 4,000—have been recognized in various editions of the book Colleges That Change Lives. That said, this is not meant to be an "all inclusive list" of liberal arts colleges but rather an example of colleges with characteristics and outcomes that lead to life-changing possibilities for their students.

  14. INDIANAPOLIS NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR • Tuesday, September 16 • Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis • 9am – Noon & 6-8 p.m. • Representatives from colleges in Indiana, United States and abroad will be there to answer your questions.

  15. FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE ADMISSION PROCESS The culture of college admissions varies: -Difficulty of course load, high school curriculum and GPA (non-weighted, usually) -Standardized tests -Applications, priority deadlines and fees -Scholarships/Financial Aid How Butler looks at admissions.... Part 1 • http://www.theindychannel.com/news/education/butler-gives-rare-look-into-admissions-decisions

  16. PLAN VISIT -Never to early to begin investigating your college options -Look on websites, colleges already have spring, summer dates listed. I.e.. Purdue -Visit a class, talk to students -Eventually arrange to stay overnight if possible -Talk to a professor in your major area -Make sure the school is the right fit -Print off questions to take with you

  17. COLLEGE TOUR QUESTIONS FOR PARENTS -How safe is campus -Explain the dormitory life -Is there a curfew -Explain the meal plan -What tutoring options available and the cost -What is tuition, room and board -What GPA do students need to stay in college -How many classes/credits should my child take to be considered a full time student -Career placement -Internship possibilities -Honors colleges

  18. THE COLLEGE APPLICATION • APPLICATION FORMS: • On-line applications are preferred by most colleges • May download applications from college’s website and fill out by hand • If filling out by hand, be sure to use black ink or word processor • Fee waivers for qualified students • Brag Sheets help counselors and teachers to write solid recommendation letters.

  19. Paid-Work Experiences: Please include self-employed ventures. (i.e. lawn care, babysitting, etc.) • Significant Out-of-School Activities: religious organizations, travel/exchange programs, volunteer activities, summer educational experiences, other community services. • Awards, Honors, Recognitions: • Club Memberships: note offices held or specific leadership roles: • Athletic or Music Participation: • Special Services: Services rendered to school (student helper, peer tutor, assistant at special events) • 1.My personal strengths that should be considered by an employer and/or college: (Hobbies/interests, special abilities, talents). • 2.Have any circumstances interfered with your academic success? If so, please explain. • 3.List three unique characteristics that set you apart from other peers. (Refrain from listing your strengths and weaknesses) • Parent Recommendation Letter (optional) • We ask that a parent or guardian write their own Letter of Recommendation for their student, for which they may provide us with invaluable insights when we write the students recommendation.

  20. ON-LINE APPLICATIONS • Follow directions for filling out the applications on-line & most will have a form you must copy and give to your counselor • If no counselor form, be sure to tell your counselor you applied so an official transcript can be sent. • Some on-line applications have no fee.

  21. THE COMMON APPLICATIONwww.commonapp.org • What is it? A single application accepted by over 250 private and public colleges. (Purdue, first year) • Advantage: If you are applying to many private colleges, you would only have to fill out one application. • Cost: Each school has its own fee.

  22. THE COLLEGE ESSAY • If your college application requires an essay, it definitely counts in the admissions process. • Take time and care with the essay. • Before submitting an essay, ask your counselor or English teacher to look it over.

  23. 2014-15 Common Application Essay PromptsThe essay length will be capped at 650 words.https://www.commonapp.org/CommonApp/Docs/DownloadForms/2013/EssayAnnouncementFinal.pdf--Some students have a background or story that is so central to their identity that they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.   --Recount an incident or time when you experienced failure.  How did it affect you, and what lessons did you learn?--Reflect on a time when you challenged a belief or idea.  What prompted you to act? Would you make the same decision again?--Describe a place or environment where you are perfectly content.  What do you do or experience there, and why is it meaningful to you?--Discuss an accomplishment or event, formal or informal, that marked your transition from childhood to adulthood within your culture, community, or family.

  24. Thoughts on essay’s • Following is taken from Daily Journal, Oct. 2012……”when students write essays to Purdue, the admission representatives want to read essays that are analytical. What experiences during four years of high school have changed them, how that change will affect them as a college student, and why Purdue will benefit from those developments.”

  25. MARK THE FAMILY CALENDAR WITH IMPORTANT DATES -Registration dates for standardized tests -Deadlines for priority programs -Deadlines to be considered for Merit Aid November 1

  26. SAT and ACT TESTS • Both are used for college admissions and for scholarships & colleges accept either test equally. • We recommend taking both tests at least once, before senior year (including the writing sample for both) then repeat the best test if necessary either again in spring or early fall. • PURDUE & I.U. REQUIRES SCORES SENT DIRECTLY FROM COLLEGE BOARD. • Some colleges (usually the most selective) also require SAT subject tests. Always check the admissions criteria. • SAT & ACT PREP SITES ON-LINE & Sylvan has Sunday classes

  27. REGISTER FOR TESTING Fee waivers available for free and reduced lunch student. Talk to your counselor. Two per test per eligible student. On Line is recommended. SAT Site: http://www.collegeboard.com/ The SAT is June 7, 2014 @ FCHS. Register by May 9 Also given: May 3 @ Columbus East and Columbus North & Greenwood. Register by April 4. ACT Site: http://www.actstudent.org/   The ACT is June 14, 2014 at FCHS. Register by May 9, Also given: April 12 @ Columbus East & Columbus North & Greenwood. Register by March 7. (Late fee)

  28. THE NCAA CLEARINGHOUSEwww.ncaaclearinghouse.netto register • Must be submitted on-line by prospective athletes for Division 1 & 2 • Includes minimum academic GPA in 14 approved courses • Includes SAT or ACT score which depends on academic GPA

  29. TYPES OF SCHOLARSHIPS -Merit Scholarships (deadlines November 1, Purdue, I.U., Butler) -Need-based Scholarships -Athletic Scholarships -Local Scholarships –meeting December 4 in COACH. Will receive all the information for local scholarships. -Scholarship Searches, see our website

  30. SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION AVAILABLE THROUGH • Daily Announcements, E-mails and newsletter • Posted on bulletin board in guidance center • Meeting, December 4, 2014 for College Scholarship booklet & JCCF booklets • On-line, Fastweb, etc. (go to our website) • Parent’s work, Church, Civic organization and your college

  31. BEWARE OF SCHOLARSHIP SCAMS!!! • WARNING!!..Scam artists prey on students!!! Don’t look twice at companies that use phony lines like “Scholarship guaranteed. You’ve been selected. You can’t find this information anywhere else. We save you money!” This is all a scam. • Check it out with your counselor first. If in doubt, DON’T FILL IT OUT.

  32. FINANCIAL AID • FEDERAL & STATE AID IS FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid. • Form not available until January 1, 2015 • Must be sent in to determine eligibility for state and federal aid. • File on-line by March 10 • Financial aid workshop for parents on January 14, 2015 @ 6:30 • Free help filling out the FAFSA at three County Locations in February 2015 usually from 11:00-7:00

  33. The Indiana College Cost Estimator is located at www.indianacollegecosts.org It provides the following: • Expected Family Contribution (EFC) estimates are customized by individual and Indiana college campus. • Side-by-side cost comparisons of Indiana colleges (up to three at one time). • “What-If" functionality allowing users to run various scenarios affecting financial aid packages. • "Ask the Expert" sessions on pertinent college prep and financial aid issues staffed by experts. • User-friendly descriptions of how an individual's EFC was calculated; how colleges use student data and EFCs to generate financial aid awards; and "key tips" on these processes, calculations and procedures.

  34. College Scorecards in the U.S. Department of Education’s College Affordability and Transparency Center make it easier for you to search for a college that is a good fit for you. You can use the College Scorecard to find out more about a college’s affordability and value so you can make more informed decisions about which college to attend. http://collegecost.ed.gov/scorecard/index.aspx To start, enter the name of a college of interest to you or select factors that are important in your college search. You can find scorecards for colleges based on factors such as programs or majors offered, location, and enrollment Every school now has a federal scorecard that contains these five pieces of information: Costs. Graduation Rate. Loan Default Rate. Median Borrowing. Employment.

  35. The College Solution by Lynn O’Shaughnessy http://www.thecollegesolution.com Looking Across State Lines for a Bargain “Educational Compacts” -4 regions, we are Midwestern Higher Education Compact. Sometimes significant discounts and reciprocal agreements that border states honor. “BUT schools don’t advertise , you have to do your own research. Request the reciprocal deal at the same time you apply to an out-of-state school”

  36. Trends we are seeing follow the National trends. USA Today, 07/16/2012 Nationally: -A drop-off in college scholarships has added to financial stress. In 2012 35% of students received scholarships, vs. 45% in 2001. -Families are finding more cost-saving measures, such as shifting toward lower-cost colleges. -29% of students are attending two-year community colleges, vs. 21% in 2010 -51% of students are living at home, compared with 43% in 2010, -47% of students from high-income families are living at home nearly double the 24% in 2010

  37. IUPUC attracts more JC enrolleesDaily Journal, 03/09/2013 Enrollment at IUPUC from JC residents grew 47% during past five years. Housing available fall of 2014, share with Ivy Tech. Columbus campus offers nine B.S. degree programs and students can start six other degree programs and then transfer to finish. Reasons; -saves on room/board, easy commute -can maintain their part time job -tuition cost lower -counselor scholarships depending on GPA & test scores

  38. Statistics we saw this year 26 students applied to Purdue and 6 were denied and 5 were waitlisted for either 7th semester grades or test scores. I.U. of 28 students, 13 were waitlisted, 9 denied 84,000 applied to I.U., Purdue, Ball State and Franklin College. 66% admitted. For IU and PU average GPA was an unweighted 3.7 I.U. application and admission remain steady, Purdue is limiting the number of freshman it admits so it can reduce class sizes. (winter, 2012)

  39. Career Sources NO CHARGE: -Naviance: Family Connections https://succeed.naviance.com/signin.php -Learn more Indiana http://www.in.gov/learnmoreindiana CHARGE -Fadely Debrota Assoc. @ 3600 Woodview Trace, Indianapolis, 317-872-4472 -Successful Transitions, Deborah Bouse, 317-815-0971 www.STransitions.com

  40. Counselor Meetings Counselors will meet individually with each senior end of August/September. Parents are invited and are encouraged to call counselor directly to arrange or change appointment. Letters are sent home with student or email contact by counselor. Mrs. Murphy A-G Mrs. Henderson H-O Mrs. Hughes P-Z

  41. FCHS COUNSELING WEBSITE -http://wwwfranklinschools.org -Naviance https://connection.naviance.com/family-connection/auth/login/?hsid=franklinchs -Links to all 2 and 4 year colleges in the U.S. -Financial Aid information -SAT/ACT links -Learn More Indiana link

  42. Did you know that the Guidance Department can be found on Social Media? What a great way to get information! Follow us on Twitter: @FCHSguidance Like us on Facebook: FCHS Guidance

  43. QUESTIONS/THOUGHTS Grades may get you into college BUT..... As an example students starting ISU with a B average had a 40% graduation rate. BUT a C average lowered to 19% graduation rate. It is the study skills you take with you! Lots of information during senior year and important to receive the Friday newsletter If we don’t have your email, please leave it. We can email you this power point Any questions please call 346-8011

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