Stevenson Class of 2014 SENIOR MEETING

1. Stevenson Class of 2014 SENIOR MEETING

2. 5 STEPS FOR COLLEGE PLANNING

3. STEP 1 - Ensure you are on track to graduate

4. QUALITY & RIGOR of classes INCLUDING SENIOR YEAR STEP 2 - Know what colleges want

5. “I am currently reviewing your application to Michigan State University. Your senior year is academically very weak. At MSU, we like to see at least 3 core academic classes in a student’s senior year While I understand your interest in (arts), to be considered for admission to MSU you will need to have at least 3 academic classes in second semester of your senior year” Actual quote from MSU Admissions Officer

6. Your academic performance i.e., your grades and rank in class STEP 2 - Know what colleges want

7. Test scores – ACT, SAT, AP STEP 2 - Know what colleges want

8. GO TO http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/apcreditpolicy/index.jsp FOR INFORMATION ON COLLEGE CREDIT AVAILABLE FROM YOUR AP TEST SCORES

9. Should I retake the ACT?

10. Getting ACT Scores to Colleges

11. STEP 2 - Know what colleges want

12. What about Foreign / World Language?

13. Make sure that your schedule is one that prepares you to be a SUCCESSFUL college student DON’T BE DISAPPOINTED…

14. STEP 3 – Search for colleges that are a good fit for you

15. There are many factors to consider when choosing a college. Make sure you do your research so that you know you are picking one that will be a good fit FOR YOU STEP 3 – Search for colleges that are a good fit for you

16. STEP 3 – Search for colleges that are a good fit for you

17. Three Good Reasons to Attend Macomb Community College

18. Accounting/Finance Architectural Technology Automotive Technology Business Management Cisco Networking Climate Control/Heating and Cooling Communication/Radio & TV Construction Technology Crime Lab Technician Culinary Arts Early Childhood Studies Electronic Technology EMT/Paramedic Firefighter/Paramedic Hospital Pharmacy Technician Hospitality Management THE PROGRAMS

19. Respiratory Therapist Restaurant Management Surgical Technologist Theater Arts Veterinary Technician Web site Programmer IT Specialist Law Enforcement Legal Assistant Medical Assistant Molecular Biotechnology Nursing Photography and Digital Imaging Physical Therapist Assistant These are just 30 of the 200 Associate degrees or Career Education Certification Programs!

20. MACOMB Tuition: $89/credit hour 4 credit class = $356.00 30 credit/year = $2,670 Oakland U. Tuition : $353/credit hour 4 credit class = $1,412 30 credit/year =$10,590 Michigan State Tuition $12,674 + Room & Board $8,526 = $21,764 COST

21. CREATE AN ACCOUNT AT PARCHMENT TO SEND YOUR TRANSCRIPTS STEP 4 – Apply to Colleges that interest you Register AT WWW.PARCHMENT.COM

22. STEP 4 – Apply to Colleges that interest you

23. STEP 4 – Apply to Colleges that interest you

24. STEP 5 – Develop a plan to pay for college

25. STEP 5 – Develop a plan to pay for college • THE MOST IMPORTANT STEP IS TO FILL OUT THE FAFSA • It’s FREE • Use your family tax info • Submit online after January 1 (but before March 1 in order to be eligible for the greatest amount of state aid

26. Scholarships

27. Visit both the UCS Scholarship site and others such as those listed in your handout • Don’t miss deadlines • Proofread carefully • Don’t miss any required information Do not pay for this service Scholarships

28. Got Questions??? Visit your counselor….