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SENIOR STAMPEDE
St. Edward's University
Austin College
OPTIONS AFTER HIGH SCHOOL
• College Choices– 4 yr University or College – 2 yr Community College– Associate Degree– Bachelors/Master Degree
• Trade Schools– Private trade– Technical – Business– Vocational Schools
• Going into the Military– Can provide career skills
training– Can provide funding for
college
• Going Immediately to Work– Research job outlook and
future marketability
Types of Degrees• Trade Certification-short term training in specific field• Associate’s degree-two year program consisting of
prerequisite courses leading to a bachelor’s degree• Bachelor’s or baccalaureate degrees-are obtained at four
year colleges or universities. The bachelor of arts (B.A.) and the bachelor of science (B.S.) are the most common.
• Advanced/Professional Degrees-Master’s degrees and doctorate degrees are obtained after a bachelor’s degree---lawyer, doctor, pharmacist, physical therapist, principal, school counselor
MAKING COLLEGE CHOICES
Revise and finalize your college list:
Select a “DREAM” school Select at least two back up schools Begin online admission and scholarship
applications Make college visits- two days -Counts as an
excused absence when confirmed with college documentation (bring to Attendance office upon return)
COLLEGE APPLICATIONS
The Common Application• www.commonapp.org
• Accepted by hundreds of private and public colleges and universities nationwide– Online Counselor Forms
• School Report• Mid-year Report• Final Year Report
Apply Texas• www.applytexas.org• Accepted by every Texas
Public University, plus some private and two-year schools.
REMINDERS:*Check websites of individual schools for deadlines &
specific information regarding scholarships, housing, etc.*Application fees apply for each school
Applying Options• Early Decision - is a binding commitment! You may
apply to other schools for regular admission but must withdraw if accepted thru Early Decision *consider financial need when applying for ED
• Early Action – is non-binding. You may apply to other schools under EA (unless it’s restricted) and you have until May 1st to decide *the advantage is receiving an acceptance letter early in the year
• Regular Admission-(rolling admission)• Beware of all admission deadlines!
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
What admission tests are required? SAT I or ACT, (SAT II Subject Tests for selective schools and
majors) Is an audition, portfolio or interview required? Does the school offer an academic program to meet
your needs, including research, study abroad, and internship opportunities?
Are there other areas of interest if you change your major?
SUBMIT APPLICATIONSAPPLICATION PROCESS
Complete applications online Then request transcripts Have tests scores sent directly from College
Board or ACT. Pay application fee Include essays if requiredApplications are incomplete until all parts are
received by the admissions office
Other items to consider:
• What AP scores will my school accept?– See the College Board link on CHS Counseling website
• Expect to take some placement exams• Register for an orientation as early as possible…
before May 1!• Send housing deposit as soon as allowed.
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
When requesting letters of recommendation (LOR):
Complete a recommendation packet available in counseling office when a letter from a counselor is needed
Choose teachers who know you best
Allow THREE+ weeks advance notice Provide a stamped, addressed envelope and application
deadlines for teacher recommendation letters that are not completed online
Always write thank you notes to those who provided a LOR…it is proper etiquette and it serves as a reminder
In Counseling Office/Online• 1st 3 transcripts are free
• Allow 3 days for processing
• $2.00 for additional copies
• $5.00 for rush copies
• Addressed #10 envelope required for transcripts that must be mailed – stamp and return address not needed
• SENDedu requests (private schools) – you need to sign the request and include ID#
REQUEST TRANSCRIPTS
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
The FAFSA is your key to getting financial aid. Here are some things you should know in order to be ready!
• After January 1st: Complete the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov
• March 1st: Priority Deadline to be considered for financial aid
• Fill out a FAFSA even if you think you won’t qualify for federal aid. Some schools won’t consider a student for merit scholarships until the student has submitted a FAFSA! Most school scholarships require you to fill out a FAFSA!
• Get a Federal Student Aid PIN at www.pin.ed.gov .Write it down! You need this to “sign” your online FAFSA. Keep it safe!
2014-2015 Estimated CostsTexas A & M University
*Based on 30 hours = 1 year Cost
Tuition and Fees* $9,180
Room and Board 9,522
Books and Supplies 1,000
Travel 606
Loan Fees 62
Personal Expenses 2,100
TOTAL $22,470
Regional Office Contacts
Visit Regional Offices:
• Texas A & M 210-212-7016• Univ. of Texas 210-804-2386• Texas Tech (Austin) 512-345-4888
FINAL DECISION
Making a final decision in the Spring:
Review financial aid letters and decide which college to attend by May 1st
Make one final visit if necessary Confirm housing arrangements Inform the college of your choice that you accept!!!!!! Inform the others that you’re not attending Finally, DO NOT FORGET TO ORDER YOUR FINAL
TRANSCRIPT in May.
Beware of the following:
• What you include in your social networking websites i.e. Face Book, Twitter, etc.
• E-mail addresses…1st impressions!!!• Felony convictions will eliminate federally
funded financial aid options• Credit card offers• Academic probation-GPA is tied to financial
aid
What does this mean?
Senioritis is the term used to describe the slacking off
of some high school seniors during their spring semester or upon being accepted to college.
SENIORITIS
Senior Year Reminders
Know your college application instructions & deadlines
Attend BISD College Fair on
Thursday, November 6th @ 6:30 at Boerne Civic Center
Request test scores from testing agency
Attend the Financial Aid Information Session on
Monday, December 1st @ 6:00 to 7:00 at CHS
Know your financial aid application requirements & complete your FAFSA after January 1st
Request transcripts
Request letters of recommendation in a timely manner
Complete scholarship applications
Connect with Counseling!
Download the Remind101 App on your smart phone and sign up to receive important counseling messages!
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