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The College Application Process

The College Application Process . WHS Class of 2014. Resources. Objectives. Students will become aware of the college search process Students will become aware of the college application process Students will become aware of financial aid opportunities.

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The College Application Process

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  1. The College Application Process WHS Class of 2014 Resources

  2. Objectives • Students will become aware of the college search process • Students will become aware of the college application process • Students will become aware of financial aid opportunities

  3. The College SearchFinding the Right Fit • Location • Distance from home/ accessibility • Urban vs. Rural • Size • Small, Mid-Size, Large • Average Class Size • Relationships with professors • Cost • In State vs. Out of State Tuition • Scholarship Opportunities • Financial Aid

  4. The College SearchFinding the Right Fit • Private or Public • Cost • Affiliations • Prestige • Academics • Major Options • Academic match • Student Life • Athletics, Greek Life, Travel Abroad Opportunities, Dining hall, Housing Amenities, etc.

  5. The College SearchFinding the Right Fit • Review your high school transcript • Weighted & Unweighted GPA • Academic, Honors, & AP level courses • Tests • ACT or SAT (SAT II – subject specific tests) • Placement/ Accuplacer Test  Match your performance with average test scores and GPA of current freshmen class using college websites

  6. Tests • For optimal results students should take the test after completing English 11 and Algebra II (By the Fall Semester of Senior Year) • Register throughwww.collegeboard.org or www.actstudent.org • WHS School Code is 211080 • A photo ID is required when registering.

  7. Tests

  8. Ways to Research Colleges • School Counseling Department • Online Resources • College Websites • College Fair • Ag Center on October 14th • Admissions Offices • Schedule a Tour • Open House Opportunities

  9. Narrow It Down

  10. The Application Process

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  14. Financial Aid Two Broad Categories of Aid $

  15. Financial Aid

  16. Financial Aid

  17. Financial Aid • Begin the process by researching what your eligibility may be • College Board- Big Future • Parents & Students Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) in January of their Senior year. • Determines “estimated family contribution”

  18. Application Timeline

  19. Questions?

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