high school courses and what are the details of college?

High School Courses and What are the details of college?

N.C. Standard Course of Study (Graduation Requirements)

Content Area CAREER PREPCourse of Study Requirements

COLLEGE TECH PREPCourse of Study Requirements

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY PREP

Course of Study(UNC 4-yr college) Requirements

OCCUPATIONAL***Course of Study Requirements

English 4 CreditsI, II, III, IV

4 CreditsI, II, III, IV

4 CreditsI, II, III, IV

4 CreditsOccupational English I, II, III, IV

Mathematics 3 CreditsIncluding Algebra I

3 CreditsAlgebra I, Geometry, Algebra II ORAlgebra I, Technical Math I&II

4 Credits Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and higher level math course with Algebra II as prerequisite.*

3 CreditsOccupational MathematicsI, II, III

Science 3 CreditsEarth and Environmental Science, Biology, and a Physical Science course related to Career Pathway.

3 CreditsEarth and Environmental Science, Biology, and a Physical Science course related to Career Pathway.

3 CreditsEarth/Environmental Science, Biology, and a Physical Science course

2 CreditsLife Skills Science I, II

Social Studies 4 CreditsWorld History, Government/Economics (ELPS), US History A, and US History B ORWorld History, Civics and Economics, and US History A and US History B**

4 CreditsWorld History, Government/Economics (ELPS), US History A, and US History B ORWorld History, Civics and Economics, and US History A and US History B**

4 CreditsWorld History, Government/Economics (ELPS), US History A, and US History B ORWorld History, Civics and Economics, and US History A and US History B**

2 CreditsSocial Studies I (Government/US History)Social Studies II (Self-Advocacy/Problem Solving)

Second Language

Not required Not required** 2 Credits In the same language

Not required

Computer Skills

No specific course required, students must demonstrate proficiency through state testing (starting with graduating class of 2001)



Computer proficiency as specified in IEP

Health and Physical Education

1 CreditHealth/Physical Education




Career/Technical

4 Credits in Career/TechnicalSelect courses identified for N.C. defined career pathway to include a second level (advanced) course OR

4 Credits in an Arts DisciplineSelect courses appropriate for an arts education pathway to include an advanced course

4 CreditsSelect courses appropriate for career pathway to include a second level (advanced) course

Recommended as Elective Credits 4 CreditsCareer/Technical Education Electives

ArtsEducation(Dance, Music,Theater Arts, Visual Arts)

Recommend at least one credit in an arts discipline and/or requirement by local decision.



Electives or other requirements

7 Elective Credits Proficiency on Exit Exam



12 Credit Occupational Preparation: Occupation Preparation I, II, III, IV Elective credit/completion of IEP objectives/Career Portfolio required. No Exit Exam.****

Elective credits/completion of IEP objectives/Career Portfolio-required/No Exit Exam

Total 28 Credits or 4 Less than Maximum Potential Plus any local requirements

28 Credits or 4 Less than Maximum Potential Plus any local requirements



Career PrepCollege/Tech

PrepCollege/University

PrepOccupational

OCCUPATIONAL PREP (Need to have an Individual Educational Plan)

ENGLISH – 4 CREDITS • Occupational English 9• Occupational English 10• Occupational English 11• Occupational English 12MATH – 3 CREDITS • Occupational Math I• Occupational Math II• Occupational Math IIISCIENCE – 2 CREDITS• Life Skills Science I• Life Skills Science II

SOCIAL STUDIES – 2 CREDITS• Social Studies I• Social Studies IIHEALTH AND PHY. ED – 1 CREDIT• Healthful LivingSECOND LANGUAGE • Not requiredCAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION

- 4 CREDITS• within a pathway one being a

Level II courseELECTIVES• Choose a variety of electives to

enrich your high school experience

CAREER PREPENGLISH – 4

CREDITS • English 9• English 10• English 11• English 12MATH – 3 CREDITS • One being

Algebra ISCIENCE – 3

CREDITS• Earth Science• Biology • Physical Science

SOCIAL STUDIES – 3 CREDITS

• World History• Civics and

Economics • U.S. History HEALTH AND PHY. ED

– 1 CREDIT• Healthful LivingSECOND LANGUAGE • Not requiredCAREER TECHNICAL

EDUCATION OR ARTS PATHWAY - 4 CREDITS

• within a pathway one being a completer course

ELECTIVES• Choose a variety of

electives to enrich your high school experience

COLLEGE TECH PREPENGLISH – 4 CREDITS

• English 9• English 10• English 11• English 12MATH – 3 CREDITS • Algebra I • Geometry• Algebra IIOR• Algebra I• Tech Math I• Tech Math IISCIENCE – 3 CREDITS• Earth Science• Biology • a Physical Science

either Physical Science or Chemistry)


• World History • Civics and

Economics • U.S. History HEALTH AND PHY.

ED – 1 CREDIT• Healthful LivingSECOND LANGUAGE • Not requiredCAREER TECHNICAL

EDUCATION -4 CREDITS

• within a pathway one being a completer course

ELECTIVES• Choose a variety of


THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA SYSTEM IS COMPOSED OF THE FOLLOWING

CONSTITUENT INSTITUTIONS: 1. Appalachian State

University2. East Carolina University3. Elizabeth City State

University4. Fayetteville State University5. NC Ag & Technical State

University6. NC School of the Arts7. North Carolina Central

University8. North Carolina State

University

9. University of NC at Pembroke

10. University of NC at Asheville

11. University of NC at Chapel Hill

12. University of NC at Charlotte

13. University of NC at Greensboro

14. University of NC at Wilmington

15. Western Carolina University

16. Winston-Salem State University

“I write today also to encourage your seniors to continue challenging themselves at a time when they might be tempted to let their efforts flag. Each year we see strong students who have chosen senior schedules that are significantly less rigorous than the schedules they pursued in grades nine through eleven. Some of these top seniors have chosen to take fewer than five core academic subjects – the minimum we recommend to prospective students who are considering Chapel Hill. Others have elected to take only one or two Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, or honors courses when many more are available to them. Still others have chosen to leave school early each day or to graduate from high school at the end of first semester.”“In almost every instance, decisions such as these

will significantly weaken a student’s chances of being admitted to Carolina or to any other selective school.”

“When applicants who are otherwise strong choose to take weak schedules, they damage their chances of earning admission. When students who have already been admitted choose to drop their most difficult courses at midyear, they risk having their admissions revoked.” Stephen Farmer –

Director of Undergraduate AdmissionsUNC-Chapel Hill

COLLEGE UNIVERSITY PREP

ENGLISH – 4 CREDITS • English 9• English 10• English 11• English 12MATH – 4 CREDITS (at least one

beyond Algebra II)• Algebra I (may be completed

in 8th grade)• Geometry• Algebra II• Advanced Functions and

Modeling• Discrete Math• Pre-Calculus• Stats • AP Stats• Calculus• AP CalculusSCIENCE – 3 CREDITS• Earth Science• Biology • a Physical Science (either

Physical Science or Chemistry)


• World History • Civics and Economics • U.S. History HEALTH AND PHY. ED –

1 CREDIT• Healthful LivingSECOND LANGUAGE – 2

CREDITS• Spanish I and II or• Latin I and II or• French I and IICAREER TECHNICAL

EDUCATION• Not required but

recommendedELECTIVES• Choose a variety of


UNC MATH ADMISSIONS

REQUIREMENTSTHE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH

CAROLINA WILL ONLY ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING 7 MATH COURSES BEYOND ALGEBRA II:

1. Advanced Functions & Modeling

2. Discrete Math3. Pre-Calculus4. AP Statistics5. AP Calculus6. IB Mathematics *7. Integrated Math IV *

* CCHS does not offer these courses.

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY MATH SEQUENCING

• Algebra I• Geometry• Algebra II• Advanced Functions and

Modeling

Students are encouraged to continue with their math studies:

• Discrete Math• Pre-Calculus• Statistics

• Honors Geometry• Honors Algebra II• Advanced Functions and

Modeling• Discrete Math• Statistics• AP Stats

or• Calculus• AP Calculus

FRESHMAN YEAR

The First Steps for College Planning

Common Questions About College• What do I need to do in high school to be prepared for

college?• What does my high school transcript tell colleges?• How much does college cost?• What is the difference between a public and private

college/universities?• What is the difference between a 2-year college and a 4-

year college?• What is the difference between college and a university?• How do I apply to college?• How do I complete a college application?• Are there ways I can earn college credit while I am in high

school?• Are there tests I need to take to go to college?• How do I know which college is best for me?

WHAT ARE MY EDUCATIONAL OPTIONS AFTER HIGH SCHOOL?

Turn to pages 22 and 23 of the College Planning Guide

1. 4-year college or university

2. 2-year community college

3. Vocational-Technical School

4. Armed Services

5. Enter directly in the workforce.

What does it matter?

INCOME POTENTIAL

EDUCATION LEVEL NATIONAL AVERAGEANNUAL

INCOME -MALE

NATIONAL AVERAGE ANNUAL

INCOME - FEMALE

NATIONAL AVERAGE ANNUAL

INCOME - AVERAGE

Less than High School

$22,138 $13,076 $17,607

High School $31,683 $20,179 $25,931

Associates (2-yr degree)

$39,601 $25,736 $32,668

Bachelors (4-yr degree)

$53,693 $36,250 $44,971

Graduate/Professional

$71,918 $41,319 $56,618

*2005 United States Census Bureau, 2005 American Community Survey

WHAT IS EDUCATION WORTH?EDUCATION LEVEL NATIONAL

AVERAGE ANNUAL INCOME - AVERAGE


$17,607

High School Graduate

$25,931

•$25,931-$17,607 =$8,324 Difference

•$8,324 X 30 years = $249,720

•$249,720 / 28 credits = $8,918 a credit.

•Think of it this way…. You are being paid, almost $10,000 for each high school credit if you graduate from high school.

EDUCATION LEVEL NATIONAL AVERAGE ANNUAL INCOME -

AVERAGE


$17,607

Bachelors (4-yr degree)

$44,971

$44,971-$17,607 =$27,364 Difference

$27,364 X 30 years = $820,920

$820,920 / 28 credits = $29,318 a credit.

Think of it this way…. You are being paid, almost what a new car costs for each high school credit if you complete a four-year college degree.

WHAT IS EDUCATION WORTH?

Speaking of CarsA Hummer 2 costs $54,000.

The minute you drive off the dealer’s lot your vehicle depreciates $6,000 in resale value.

The average tuition at a public university is $13,000 a year.

After four years of college you owe $52,000.

Your investment in college will NOT depreciate.

How Much Does College Cost?

PublicAverage of $13,000 a

year____________________Total Bill: $52,000

PrivateAverage of $25,000 a

year____________________Total Bill: $100,000

Don’t be shocked by the sticker price of a higher

education.

Ways to pay for college

•Personal funds•Loans (Government and

Personal)•Grants

•Work-Study•Scholarships

•Deflect some of the costs

Personal Funds•You and your family need to be aware of the costs of higher education. •Start putting some money away in a savings account. •A summer job and baby sitting helps out. •If you save $50 a week for four years you can save $2400 for college. •Your goal is not for an expensive car in high school. •Long-term goal setting is critical.

Deflect Some of the Costs

•Consider:–Living at home to save money–Attend a community college for the first two years of college.

•Earn college credit for free while in high school:

–Dual Enrollment–AP Classes

–CLEP Tests (College Level Examination

Program)

Loans•Rule of thumb: Never take a loan out that will be more than your expected first out-of-college income. The average 4-year graduate can expect an entry-level salary of $30,000.

LOANS ARE NOT FREE MONEY•Government Loans: Based on financial needs. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (F.A.F.S.A) would need to be completed. www.fafsa.ed.gov•Personal Loans: From a private financial institution. Interest rates are higher that government loans.

LOANS WILL NOT COVER THE COST OF YOUR EDUCATION

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/




Grants•Free money based upon financial need.

•Need to complete the F.A.F.S.A to be eligible for grants.

GRANTS WILL ONLY PAY FOR A SMALL PORTION OF YOUR EDUCATION

Work-Study•Part-time on campus employment that helps pay the bills. •Minimum wage. •Based on financial need. •F.A.F.S.A required.

WORK-STUDY WILL ONLY PAY FOR A SMALL PORTION OF YOUR EDUCATION

SCHOLARSHIPS•Turn to page 20 of the College Planning Guide•Scholarships are given to exceptional students. •There are specific eligibility requirements for scholarships:

–Academic (Rigor of schedule, GPA, Test Scores, Class Rank)–Community Service–Leadership –Athletic–Talent–Particular affiliation (religious, ethnic, occupational etc.)

Most scholarships only provide a one-time small contribution to educational costs.

There are a few scholarships that provide a substantial contribution. They are awarded to truly outstanding students.

2 Paths to a Four Year Degree

Option B:

4 years at a university•General Education •Major Requirements •Major Preparation •Graduation Requirements

Option A:

2 years at a community college•General Education •Major Preparation •Requirements for University Admission

2 years at a College or University•Major Requirements •Graduation Requirements

Both result in the same 4 YEAR DEGREE

North Carolina Colleges

Turn to page 24 of the College Planning Guide

• 58 Community College• 16 Public Universities• 36 Independent Colleges and

Universities


Self assessment– Person– Program– People– Place– Price

COLLEGE VS. UNIVERSITYWHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?

How they're basically the same:

• While many factors affect the quality of an institution, the same type of Baccalaureate or Bachelor's degrees can be conferred by both colleges and universities.

• Admission requirements differ according only to selectivity-Highly ranked colleges are often more selective than universities.

• Both colleges and universities can be either privately or publicly operated.

• The phrase "going to college" is used to mean attending any university or college in the U.S.

How they generally differ:• Colleges tend to be smaller,

with smaller class sizes and students receiving more personal attention from faculty.

• Universities offer Masters and Doctorate degrees-requiring completion of the Bachelors degree first.

• Universities tend to be larger, with faculty time and attention divided between research and teaching.

• Some large Universities will have divisions named "The College of Liberal Arts" or the "College of Engineering.“

• Colleges generally do not support research or offer graduate degrees.

PUBLIC VS. PRIVATEWHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?Public

• Student body is typically larger than private colleges/universities

• Public universities receive money from the state that helps them underwrite the cost of education. Tax dollars go to pay for the students of their state.

• Typically less expensive. Out-of-state students pay private college/university tuition rates.

• Typically larger class sizes. • Typically offer a wide variety of

majors.

Private• Student body is typically

smaller than public universities/colleges.

• Private colleges/universities are dependent on tuition dollars to cover the cost.

• Typically more expensive. Keep in mind that private colleges/universities may have more financial resources to assist students who show financial need.

• Typically smaller class sizes/more personal attention.

• Typically have a fewer majors than public universities.

Factors Affecting College Admission

•High school grade point average in a-g courses. •Standardized test scores. •Number, content, and performance in academic courses beyond the minimum eligibility requirements. •Number of and performance in honors and AP courses. •Quality of the senior year program, as measured by the type and number of academic courses in progress or planned. •Quality of academic performance relative to educational opportunities available in the applicant’s school. •Recent marked improvement in academic performance. •Special talents, achievements, and awards. •Academic accomplishments in light of an applicant’s life experiences and special circumstances, such as disabilities, low family income, first generation to attend college, need to work, disadvantaged social or educational environment, difficult personal and family situations.•Teacher and Counselor Recommendation•Essay

College Success FactorsCollege Success FactorsTest scores and Test scores and high school grades high school grades are important . . .are important . . .

. . . . . However, they . However, they measure only part measure only part of your “potential”of your “potential”

Source: ACT College Planning Guide

When Do I Start to Apply to College?


How Do I Apply to College?


Student Information

Family Information

Legal Guardian

High School Information

Educational Information

Testing Information

Residency

Information

Criminal and Discipline Background

Signature

What Can You Do As A Freshman?

•Enroll in appropriate college-prep classes/design a 4-year plan

•Plan for a college or a career that interests you •Talk to parents about financial planning for college •Look at college catalogs & career information in the

Titan Center Tour nearby colleges •Get involved in extra-curricular activities

•Community Service •Create a portfolio of honors, awards, certificates

College Foundation of North Carolina

www.cfnc.org

http://www.cfnc.org/

Raleigh

Asheville

Boone

Charlotte

Fayetteville

Pembroke

Wilmington

Winston-Salem

Greensboro

Chapel Hill

Durham

Cullowhee

Greenville

Elizabeth City

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