Planning for College

Prepared by Robin Lynne, College and Career CounselorMarathon High School

Future Job Market

By the year 2018

63% of jobs will require post secondary education

33% of jobs will require a college degree

30% of jobs will require an associate degree or some college-level training.

37% of jobs will require unskilled labor

FUTURE JOB MARKET

80% of the fastest growing jobs require higher education

The top 10 jobs in 2010 did not exist in 2004

The current generation will change careers on average seven to ten times in their lifetime

Difference in Median Earnings

A student with a 2 year Associate’s Degree will earn $9,000 a year more than a student with just a high school diploma

A student with a 4 year Bachelor’s Degree will earn $21,000 a year more than a student with just a high school diploma

Average 2010 Income

Average Yearly Income By Educational Level

No High School Diploma $25,000

High School Diploma $31,000

Associate’s Degree $40,000

Bachelor’s Degree $51,000

Master’s Degree $61,000

Doctorate Degree $79,000

the unemployment rate is less the more education you have

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Less than a high school diploma 14.6%

High school graduate 9.7%

Some college, no degree 8.6%

Associate degree 6.8%

Bachelor's degree 5.2%

Master's degree 3.9%

Professional degree2.3%

Doctoral degree 2.5%

University4 years

Bachelor’s Degree

Community College

A.A. Degree A.S. Degree Certificate Continuing Ed.2 years 2 years 1 yr or less 6-8 weeks

University 2 years Bachelor’s Degree

Community Colleges

• Community colleges have an open admissions policy

• However they will require a SAT/ACT/CPT test for placement into college-level classes

• Those lacking placement scores will be scheduled for remedial Math or English classes before advancing to higher levels

Community Colleges Offers

• AA Degrees - 2 years. Requires taking 36 credits of general education classes and 24 credits of electives. After receiving AA degree student transfers to a University for 2 years to study in their major

• AS Degrees – 2 years. Is usually a vocational or technical major like: Web Design, Registered Nurse, Dental Hygienist, Computer Programmer, Criminal Justice, Graphic Technology, Veterinary Technician, Digital Media Technology, Drafting and Design, Ultrasound Technician, Culinary

Community Colleges Offers

• Certificates – usually 1 year or less. Examples: Massage Therapist, EMT, EKG Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, Law Enforcement Officer, Automotive Mechanic, Electronics Technician, Digital Media Video Production, Graphic Design, Court Reporter

• Continuing Education – usually around 6 weeks is a non-credit program and financial aid does not apply. Examples: Dental Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Real Estate, Electronics, Small Business Management, Drafting, Web Design, Automotive, Cosmetology

Universities

State Universities offer a four-year Bachelor’s degree and higher

They are very competitive to get into and decline over half the applicants

They may recalculate the GPA using their own standard

universities

They are looking for well rounded students o who have a good GPA and SAT/ACT scoreo have taken academically challenging courseso have taken two years of foreign languageo have demonstrated leadership qualities,

involved in extra-curricular activities such as clubs, sports, band, camps and have participated in community service projects.

Top Ten Most Popular College Majors Business - Business Administration and Management

is the most popular selected major. Business also includes finance, marketing, and accounting, which has a high demand right out of college. This can get you a good paying job right from the start, especially with a business degree from a top business school.

Social Sciences and History - This includes anthropology, economics, geography, sociology and political science.

Education - Elementary Education is the most popular major

top ten 4-year degrees

Psychology - There seems to be two types of Psych majors. Those who are interested in counseling and those who are interested in other related careers where the skills of such a major can come in handy (ex: human resources, public relations, market research and sales).

Nursing - The nursing field is competitive, and some programs may have wait lists. However, you are pretty much guaranteed a job due to the severe shortage of nurses.

Communications - also includes journalism, communications is one of the fastest growing majors in college.

top ten 4-year degrees Biology - Biology majors do a lot of research and

development and work in a laboratory or the field. Common employers of biology majors include: hospitals, national & state parks, universities, pharmaceutical companies, research firms, aquariums and zoos.

Engineering - A major that usually produces a high salaried job from the start. But, plan on taking very aggressive math and science courses with this major.

English - An English major can be involved in copywriting, editing and teaching, but not just limited to that. Also a good gateway degree to graduate school, or law school.

Computer Science - A highly technical field involving a lot of advanced math and computer courses.

10 Highly Profitable 2-Year Degree Jobs

Physical Therapist Assistant $46,111

Web Designer $48,785

Electrical or Electronic Engineering Technician

$47,163

Registered Nurse $55,276

Computer Support Specialist $46,111

Executive or Administrative Assistant $37,669

Dental Hygienist $57,148

Surveying or Mapping Technician $33,363

Camera Operator $42,558

12 Highly Profitable Jobs Requiring a Certificate

Court Reporter $39,781Auto Insurance Appraiser $50,165Auto or Motorcycle Mechanic $41,233Massage Therapist $35,349Security and Fire Alarm System Installer $42,763Emergency Medical Technician $42,763Aerobics or Fitness Instructor $37,113Medical Transcriptionist $31,286Cosmetologist $27,112Spoken Language Interpreter $44,175Sign Language Interpreter $36,278Embalmer $38,482

Graduation and Retention Rate

High School• Of 100 ninth graders, 68 will graduate from High School and

18 will end up graduating from college on time

University – Bachelor’s Degree• Retention Rate for Returning a 2nd Year is 76%• Graduation Rate is 56% (allowing for 6 years)

Community College – Associate’s Degree• Retention Rate for Returning a 2nd Year is 50%• Graduation Rate is 28% (allowing for 3 years)

What You Need To Do in High School If You Want To Graduate from

College• Grades Matter – Your high school grade point

average is a great predictor of whether or not you will earn a college degree

• Homework Matters – Homework might seem like a waste of time, but it teaches you course content, time-management, and discipline – all of which you’ll need in college

• Math Courses Matter – The further you go in Math in high school, the better your chances of earning a college degree

Earning a two-year college degree or higher depends a lot on what your high school GPA

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64% of students with an A average in high school get

an AA degree or higher

37% of students with a B average

14% of students with a C average

Getting a four-year college degree depends a lot on how far you go in high school math

Percentage of high school graduates earning a Bachelors Degree by the highest level of math course

taken in high school

0.00% 10.00% 20.00% 30.00% 40.00% 50.00% 60.00% 70.00% 80.00% 90.00%

Algebra 1 8%

Geometry 23%

Algebra 40%

Trigonometry 62%

Pre Calculus 74%

Calculus 80%

AP Classes and College Graduation

Most students take five or six years to earn their bachelor’s degree. Students who take AP courses and exams are much more likely to graduate in four years.

Studies show that students who took AP English Literature had a 62% higher four-year graduation rate than those who took other English courses in high school.

SAT/ACT ACT - Tests on Subject Matter

Answer ALL Questions No penalty for wrong answers Go ahead and guess Go ahead and Christmas Tree if you are running out of

time

SAT - Tests on Reasoning Skills Be selective Quarter of a point off for wrong answers No penalty for skipping a question Only guess if you can get a question down to two

answers and then guess with your gut. Don’t waste a lot of time contemplating.

SAT Subject Tests

The more selective universities will ask for two or three subject tests. The tests are a hour long and you can take up to three on a test day. You can test in:

Literature U.S. History ItalianBiology World History Modern HebrewChemistry Physics FrenchMathematics German Latin

Admissions MatrixUniversity GPA Range SAT Range ACT Range

FAMU 3.05 1350 19

FAU 3.2–3.8 1510-1720 (all 3) 22-26

FGCU 3.06-3.75 1460-1670 (all 3) 20-24

FIU 3.5-4.1 1100-1230 23-27

FSU 3.6-4.2 1730-1960 (all 3) 26-29

NCF 3.76-4.29 1250-1410 27-31

UCF 3.5-4.2 1150-1290 25-28

UF 4.3-4.4 1970-2090 (all 3) 30-32

UNF 3.3-4..0 1140-1260 22-25

USF 3.58-4.12 1120-1280 24-29

UWF 3.2-4.0 1010-1140 22-26

College Applications• Applications are on-line for both

community colleges and universities.

• Students will need to know their current classes, past AP and DE classes, weighted and un-weighted GPA, SAT/ACT scores and test dates and their community service hours.

• Students may see the college counselor or data entry for a transcript.

college applications

• Applications will ask for two of the following to confirm state residency :o parent’s voter registration cardo car registrationo driver’s license

• Students will need to send their transcripts from MHS and FKCC if they have taken DE classes

• After graduation students will need to send final transcripts from MHS and FKCC if they have taken duel enrollment classes

Bright Futures Course Requirements

Florida Academic and Medallion Scholarship

• 4 English (3 with substantial writing)• 4 Mathematics (Algebra 1 Level and above)• 3 Natural Science (2 with substantial lab)• 3 Social Science• 2 Foreign Language (sequential, in the same

language)

Bright Futures RequirementsFlorida Academic and Medallion Scholarship

All students are required to apply for Federal Financial Aid. A student does not have to qualify for financial aid they just have to apply for it.

The Academic Scholarship requires a 3.5 weighted GPA in core courses, 100 hours of community service and a SAT score of: -2012 graduates SAT of 1270 or ACT of 28-2013 graduates SAT of 1280 or ACT of 28 -2014 graduates SAT of 1290 or ACT of 29

The Medallion Scholarship requires a 3.0 weighted GPA in core courses, 75 hours of community service and a SAT score of: -2012 graduates SAT of 980 or ACT of 21-2013 graduates SAT of 1020 or ACT of 22 -2014 graduates SAT of 1170 or ACT of 26

Bright Futures RequirementsFlorida Gold Seal Vocational Scholarship

• 4 English• 4 Mathematics (including Algebra 1)• 3 Natural Science (2 with substantial lab)• 1 Fine; or Identified Practical Art; or .5 credit in each• 1 Physical Education (to include integration of health)• 3 years of classes in a vocational series

Requires three years of a vocational series with a 3.5 unweighted GPA and a 3.0 weighted GPA in their core classes

Students must score on the SAT exam a 440 in critical readingand math or score on the ACT exam a 17 in English, 18 inReading, and a 19 in Math

Bright Futures will pay a flat fee per credit hour towards tuition (as of 2012)

University Academic $101 x 30 credit hours = $3,030 Medallion/Gold Seal $76 x 30 credit hours = $2,280Tuition to a State University is about $5,500

Community College Academic $62 x 30 credit hours = $1,860 Medallion/Gold Seal $47 x 30 credit hours = $1,410Tuition to a Community is about $3,000

Students must maintain a college GPA of 3.0 for the Academic Scholarship and a 2.75 for the Medallion and Gold Seal to keep the Bright Futures Scholarship

Estimated Tuition and Extras to a State University for 1 year

Expenses

Tuition/Fees $5,500

Room (Housing) $5,500

Board (Food/Meals) $3,800

Books/Supplies $1,000

Transportation $1,500

Personal Expenses $1,500

Estimated Total Costs $18,800

Local ScholarshipsOur community is very generous with

scholarship opportunities

Applications for local scholarships will start in February

A list of scholarships along with the applications will be available in the students government class, in my office and on my website

You can find the link to my website through the high school’s website

There are several good websites to search for scholarships. Try www.fastweb.com and www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov/scholarship

Another useful website is www.campusgrotto.com

Federal Financial Aid

Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA) is based on adjusted income from the parent’s and student’s tax return. Parents should try to complete their tax return as soon as possible to be able to apply early.

Financial Aid will consider many factors in determining need such as how many children are in the family and how many will be in college

Websites on Financial AidFederal Financial Aid

www.fafsa.ed.govThe parent section has many resources. Use the

FAFSA4caster for early estimate of your eligibility for federal student aid

www.collegeboard.comA helpful website with many resources and has

a college financial calculator

The AmeriCorps Program• AmeriCorps is a structed 10-month program

where students help those in need across America.

• At the end of the program students will receive $5,000 towards their tuition.

• This might be an option to consider for students who want to take a year off before starting college. Visit www.AmeriCorps.org for more information.

What You Need to Do and When You Need to Do It

Ninth Grade• Enroll in academically challenging classes• Become involved in extracurricular activities • Do community service in an area of interest• Work towards meeting the Bright Futures

requirements• Consider attending a summer camp in an area of

interest• Visit college campuses while on family vacations

What You Need to Do and When You Need to Do It

Tenth Grade• Take academically challenging classes• Take the PSAT in the fall• Attend College Fair in the fall• Stay involved in extracurricular activities • Continue volunteering in an area of interest• Consider taking an SAT/ACT exam if in advanced math • Work towards meeting the Bright Futures requirements• Consider attending a summer camp in an area of interest• Visit college campuses while on family vacations

What You Need to Do and When You Need to Do It

Eleventh Grade• Take academically challenging classes• Attend College Fair• Stay involved in extracurricular activities • Continue volunteering in an area of interest• Take the SAT/ACT several times if planning to attend a

university• Work towards meeting the Bright Futures requirements• Attend or volunteer at a summer camp in an area of interest• Research colleges for particular majors, entrance

requirements, costs, etc. • Attend campus tours of colleges of interest

What You Need to Do and When You Need to Do It

Twelfth Grade• Take academically challenging classes• Finish taking the SAT/ACT to student’s satisfaction• Attend campus tours of colleges of interest• Apply to Universities in the fall• Apply to Community Colleges in the spring• Stay involved in extracurricular activities• Continue volunteering in an area of interest• Register for Bright Futures Scholarship with College Counselor• Apply for Federal Financial Aid after January 1• Apply for local scholarships in the Spring

This power point was authored by Robin Lynne,

College and Career Counselor, Marathon High SchoolNo part of this may be used or reprinted

without the permission of the author

Resources:The College Board

Florida State UniversityBureau of Labor Statistics

Higher Ed Info. OrgGeorgetown Education Center

Florida Agency for Workforce Innovation