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The College Application Processat Solon High School
Class of 2013
SHS College Counselors for SeniorsSHS College Counselors for Seniors::
Mrs. Wendy Dingman A-De
Mr. Rick Nowak Df-Ho
Ms. Ann Bruce Hp-Mc
Mrs. Kathleen Kinney Md-SeeMrs. Anne Johns Sef-Z
SHS College Planning Support StafSHS College Planning Support Staff: Ms. Carol Rymaz Secretary
College NOW Consultant Financial Aid
Ms. Vicki Cross Essay Consultant
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So far, so good in 9So far, so good in 9thth-11-11thth
Practice tests: Explore, PLAN, PSATPractice tests: Explore, PLAN, PSAT College/career search and discoveryCollege/career search and discovery Annual meetings with counselors Annual meetings with counselors Résumé created in 11Résumé created in 11thth grade grade ACT and SAT testing ACT and SAT testing College exploration and visitationCollege exploration and visitation
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Beginning of 12Beginning of 12thth Grade Grade I have a list of colleges that match my profile and
interests. I have taken SAT and/or ACT. (SAT IIs ?) I have registered for a fall SAT/ACT if needed to
raise scores. I have completed the Student/Parent
Questionnaires & Transcript Release Form and submitted to counselor.
I have updated my résumé and given copy to counselor.
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Where do we go from here???Where do we go from here???
1. Meet with your counselor for specific help and guidance in September. (Counselors will send you a pass. Have your questions written down to bring to your appointment.)
2. Request letters of recommendation if needed
3. Register/Complete ACT/SAT/SATII testing
4. Meet with Ms. Cross if essays are required
5. APPLY!!!
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Three Basic Steps in Three Basic Steps in Applying to CollegeApplying to College
1. Apply online to the college/university.
2. Send test scores to college/university via ACT/College Board websites.
3. Request transcripts and recommendation letters.
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But there’s more to consider…But there’s more to consider… Does this application need an essay? How many recommendation letters are
required for this application? Does this college/university use the
Common Application? Is there a supplement?
Does this college/university require SAT IIs? Do I send all scores or only my best scores?
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College Admission Timeline College Admission Timeline SEPTEMBER – NOVEMBER
Meet with counselor for individual appointment Write essays/consult with Ms. Cross Request recommendation letters IN PERSON then on Naviance Complete ACT/SAT testing Attend College Representative Visits to SHS APPLY Seniors/parents may meet with the representative from College
Now Greater Cleveland for financial aid guidance
JANUARY – MARCH Seniors/parents complete FAFSA form Seniors complete local scholarship applications
MAY 1st – National deadline for college commitment/deposit
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What is most important in What is most important in college admissions?college admissions?
Top three factors that “open the door”:Grades
Test ScoresStrength of Curriculum
Next three factors that can help make the final decision:Essay
Letters of recommendation Extracurricular activities/leadership
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Pointers for StudentsPointers for Students Take charge of your college application process
Stay organized: forms, deadlines, requirements
Communicate with your parents, counselor and recommending-teachers throughout the process
Focus on the right fit for you, not the most “name-brand school” or where your friend is applying
Don’t panic! Counselors are here to help you through the process
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Pointers for ParentsPointers for Parents Let your student control the application process. Offer
support, but do not do the applications for him/her.
Reassure your son or daughter that you will be proud, regardless of the admission decisions.
Use the resources: the Guidance website, Naviance, Senior Packet and SHS information sessions, to help understand and navigate the process.
Remember, there is a school out there for everyone. Help your student find the right fit.
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www.solonschools.org/guidancewww.solonschools.org/guidance
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www.naviance.comwww.naviance.com
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Student Athletes: NCAA EligibilityStudent Athletes: NCAA Eligibility
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FREQUENTLYFREQUENTLYASKEDASKED
QUESTIONSQUESTIONS
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QUESTION:QUESTION:
If I apply online, am I done?If I apply online, am I done?
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ANSWER:ANSWER:
No! In addition to online completion:
- Request transcript via Naviance- Request teacher letters if needed- Go online to have test scores sent
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QUESTION:QUESTION:
What happens if I apply online What happens if I apply online and then receive an email stating and then receive an email stating that the Admissions Office did not that the Admissions Office did not yet receive my transcript and yet receive my transcript and other materials from Guidance?other materials from Guidance?
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ANSWER:ANSWER:
Don’t worry! Online submission needs to catch up with what is sent from the Guidance Office.
Check Naviance to confirm status.
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QUESTION:QUESTION:
Should I wait until I retake the Should I wait until I retake the ACT/SAT to submit my applications ACT/SAT to submit my applications to colleges?to colleges?
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ANSWER:ANSWER:
Complete and send applications ASAP.
Have scores sent later directly from the testing agency.
Remember, scholarship deadlines will not allow for late scores.
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QUESTION:QUESTION:
What is the advantage of What is the advantage of completing college applications completing college applications early?early?
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ANSWER:ANSWER:
Goal: applications submitted before Thanksgiving!
Advantage for rolling admissions: student will be notified sooner regarding admissions.
More scholarship and financial award opportunities earlier in the application season (before Dec 1)
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QUESTION:QUESTION:
Do grades really count senior year? Do grades really count senior year? Don’t high school transcripts just Don’t high school transcripts just show grades 9 through 11?show grades 9 through 11?
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ANSWER:ANSWER:
Yes! Transcripts in the fall only reflect final grades from 9th -11th grade.
Senior year does matter! Colleges expect to see 7th semester transcript
and a final transcript.
Admission status can be revoked if your transcript shows a decline in performance.
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QUESTION:QUESTION:
With the “Score Choice” program With the “Score Choice” program implemented by the College Board, do implemented by the College Board, do you recommend just sending the best you recommend just sending the best scores?scores?
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ANSWER:ANSWER:
Some colleges require scores from all tests taken. Some use best sub-scores from different test dates.
Generally, we recommend sending all test scores from all tests.
Consult with your SHS counselor.
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QUESTION:QUESTION:
Must my letters of recommendation Must my letters of recommendation be from teachers?be from teachers?
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ANSWER:ANSWER: The recommender should know you well. The recommender could be a teacher,
administrator, coach, club advisor, employer, youth leader, or peer.
Be sure to follow the instructions of the application.
If the recommender is not an SHS teacher (using Naviance), give him/her an addressed/stamped envelope to mail directly to the college.
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QUESTION:QUESTION:
How has the economic downturn How has the economic downturn impacted student choices regarding impacted student choices regarding colleges?colleges?
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ANSWER:ANSWER: Increase in applications to public universities Greater interest in merit-based scholarships Increase in Early Decision/Early Action apps Some adding financial-safety schools Some choosing two-year colleges then
transferring to four-year universities Many choosing in-state schools to ensure
credit for AP work
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QUESTION:QUESTION:
Could you recommend any Could you recommend any resources or books which would be resources or books which would be helpful at this stage of the helpful at this stage of the application process?application process?
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ANSWER:ANSWER:
SHS Counselors College Now Representative (financial aid) Ms. Cross (essay) Naviance - our college counseling website Guidance Website – which also provides many
college resource documents and website links Guidance section in the monthly PTA Newsletter Quarterly postcards College Rep Visits to SHS for seniors
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ANSWER: ANSWER: (continued)(continued)
Seniors may attend sessions of our2012-2013 College Seminar Series:
Sept 27 Using the Common ApplicationOct 25 Reviewing the Application ProcessDec 6 Seniors Seeking ScholarshipsApril 11 College Decision Time for Seniors
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ANSWER: ANSWER: (continued)(continued)
Helpful Books:- Colleges That Change Lives by Loren Pope
- The Gatekeepers-Inside the Admissions Process of a Premier College by Jacques Steinberg
- Getting In-Inside the College Admissions Process by Bill Paul
- Student’s Guide to Colleges-The Definitive Guide to America’s Top 100 Schools
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College is not a prizeCollege is not a prize
to be won . . .to be won . . .
but rather a but rather a matchmatch
to be found.to be found.