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FLORIDA SCHOOL GRADE “A+” September 17th 6:30 pm Dr. Tammy Caraker, Principal

BARRON COLLIER HIGH SCHOOL Jr./Sr. COLLEGE INFORMATION NIGHT. FLORIDA SCHOOL GRADE “A+” September 17th 6:30 pm Dr. Tammy Caraker, Principal. AGENDA. Introductions Graduation Requirements SAT / ACT Community Service Selecting A College College Admissions Criteria

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FLORIDA SCHOOL GRADE “A+” September 17th 6:30 pm Dr. Tammy Caraker, Principal

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  1. BARRON COLLIER HIGH SCHOOLJr./Sr. COLLEGE INFORMATION NIGHT FLORIDA SCHOOL GRADE “A+” September 17th 6:30 pm Dr. Tammy Caraker, Principal

  2. AGENDA • Introductions • Graduation Requirements • SAT / ACT • Community Service • Selecting A College • College Admissions Criteria • Barron Collier High School College Application Process • Financial Aid Process • Local and State/National Scholarships/Bright Futures • “Do’s and Don’ts” • Q&A

  3. BCHS COUNSELORS Mrs. Melissa Hunter: A-F 9-12 Grade hunterme@collierschools.com Ms. Amanda Edson: G–L 9–12 Grade edsona@collierschools.com Mr. Eric Diegel (Dept. Chair): M-Q 9-12 Grade diegeler@collierschools.com Mrs. Valerie Knox: R-Z 9-12 Grade knoxva@collierschools.com

  4. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSCLASS OF 2014 • Required Credits 26 • English 4.0 • Math 4.0 • Science 3.0 • Social Science 3.0 • Fine/Performing Art 1.0 • HOPE 1.0 • Elective Credits 10 • Pass the 10th Grade FCAT (Reading) • Earn a 2.0 unweighted GPA • Note: Two years of foreign language are required for SUS Admissions

  5. GRADE POINT AVERAGES • State “unweighted” for graduation • Local “weighted” for class ranking • Recalculated “academic core” for college/university admissions and Bright Futures

  6. WEIGHTED CALCULATIONS • Honors Add .02 points to each semester with a grade of “C” or better Ex. English 1 Hon. A = 4.02 • Advanced Placement/Dual Enrollment Add .04 points to each semester with a grade of “C” or better Ex. AP Biology A= 4.04

  7. SAT/ACT • SAT is a reasoning test whichfocuses on college success skills: Writing, Critical Reading, and Mathematics • Time: 3 hours and 45 minutes (pts. lost for wrong answers) www.collegeboard.com • ACT is a curriculum-based test with four subtests: English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science plusWriting **Check with school to see if they require ACT w/Essay • Time: 3 hours and 30 minutes (no penalty for guessing) www.act.org

  8. SAT/ACT PREP RESOURCES • A+ Skills Tutoring-(239) 254-9807 • Bailey Test Prep – (239) 821-5298 • Teach Street – www.teachstreet.com/naples-fl • Strategies for Success – www.4satprep.com • Project Quest-(239) 403-7174 • Sylvan Learning Center (239) 898-1623 • Kaplan Online Test Prep - www.kaplan.edu • Mathworks Tutoring (239) 591-2468 • Private Tutors

  9. SAT/ACT RESOURCES • Princeton Review • The Official SAT Study Guide • The Collegeboard Real SAT’s • Up Your Score-The Underground Guide to the SAT • www.testu.com • www.act.org • www.collegeboard.com

  10. COMMUNITY SERVICE • Many scholarships and college applications will inquire about community service • 100 hours for Bright Futures (FAS)/ 75 hrs. (FMS) 30 hrs. (GS) • Cannot be affiliated with religious or political organizations • Must obtain prior approval from your guidance counselor (Comm. Service Agreement Form) • Forms available on the web page or in the guidance office

  11. FLORIDA VIRTUAL CAMPUS www.FLVC.org • Explore colleges and majors • Check Bright Futures eligibility

  12. SELECTING A COLLEGE • Cost – “What are my cost limitations?” • Admissions Criteria- how do you match up? • Size – Large, medium, or small • Faculty/Student Ratio • Rural or Urban • Location – Out of state, close to home • Campus – Campus life, dorms, food, activities, athletics, Greek life • Majors “The Right Fit!”

  13. SELECTING A COLLEGE Do Your Research • Visit the Colleges – Attend Open Houses • Meet with College Recruiters at BCHS • View College Websites/FLVC.org • Use online search tools (www.collegeboard.com, www.petersons.com, etc.) • Determine if you fit the admissions profile 5-7 schools MAX w/ at least 1 safety

  14. COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CRITERIA • The strength of your high school academic program (including the senior year!!) • Recalculated Core GPA • Improvement • Consistency (academic and otherwise) Strong Performance in a Challenging Curriculum!!

  15. COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CRITERIA(con’t) • Standardized Tests • Extracurricular Activities • Special Talents/Interests/Awards • Athletics • Community Service (depth & breadth) • Leadership • Employment • Character

  16. COLLEGE APPLICATION DEADLINES • Terminology • Regular Admission • Priority Deadline • Early Application • Early Action - Non Binding • Early Decision -Binding • Rolling Admissions

  17. BCHSCOLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS • Select between 3-7 colleges and visit their websites to obtain their application procedures-most colleges require or prefer online applications. • Get Started Now! Apply Early (if it makes sense for YOU.) • Transcript request form-SUS-electronic, Common App. • Update your resume • Letters of Recommendation (Counselor, Teacher or Employer, etc.) only if required • Secondary School Reports/counselor form • Essays-(have English teacher proofread)

  18. RECOMMENDATIONS • Not required by SUS schools • If needing teacher recommendation, provide stamped envelope • Allow 2-3 weeks for teachers/counselors to write recs.

  19. STATE COLLEGE ADVANTAGES • Open access/close to home • Quality instruction at a low cost • Low student/instructor ratios • Smaller class sizes • Instructors with primary focus on teaching • Flexibility in scheduling

  20. STATE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS • Standard High School Diploma/GED • ACT/SAT/PERT • 2 + 2 Program : Once an AA/AS degree is earned, a student may transfer to a 4-year institution with a minimum of a 2.0 GPA (institutions are increasing their GPA requirements)

  21. FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE SYSTEM 28 Community Colleges in Florida • 52 campuses • Serve over 900,000 students • 2 + 2 Program • 67% enrolled in AA transfer Program • 33% enrolled in AS & Certificate Program

  22. “Show me the Money!”Financial Aid and Scholarships • FAFSA (Free Application for Student Financial Aid)www.fafsa.ed.gov www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov • CFFS (confidential family financial stmt) -private • Apply early-Beginning of January • Remember PIN!! • Will need 2013 tax information • SAR (Student Aid Report) • EFC (Expected Family Contribution) • Financial Aid award letters • Bright Futures does not require FAFSA App

  23. BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIPS • Florida Academic Scholars - 4 yr. $103 per credit hour 2 yr. $63 per credit hour • Florida Medallion Scholars - 4 yr. $77 per credit hour 2 yr. $48 per credit hour • Gold Seal Vocational Scholars – 4 yr. $77 per credit hour 2 yr. $48 per credit hour • Each scholarship has specific GPA and ACT/SAT guidelines • And community service hours as of 2014 grads

  24. REGISTRATION FOR BRIGHT FUTURES • The application/registration process is available beginning December 1, 2013. • Students will be automatically registered in school, through English classes after fall final exams. Social Security Number is needed! • Bright Futures website: www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org • Registration must be completed in order to be eligible for Bright Futures Scholarships

  25. 2013-2014 Tuition and Required Fees Florida's Public Universities (for main campus, new in-state students) Tuition & Fees per credit hour (in-state) Total for academic year (30 credit hours) Florida A&M University (FAMU) $194.24 $5,827.30 Florida Atlantic University (FAU) $206.41 $6,192.50 Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) $205.69 $6,170.70 Florida International University (FIU) $216.43 $6,493.08 Florida State University (FSU) $216.88 $6,506.50 New College of Florida (NCF) $190.71 $5,721.30 University of Central Florida (UCF) $210.57 $6,317.10 University of Florida (UF) $208.77 $6,263.10 University of North Florida (UNF) $211.75 $6,352.50 University of South Florida (USF) $213.65 $6,409.70 University of West Florida (UWF) $211.87 $6,356.10 AVERAGE $ 205.00 $6,155.00 Source: Board of Governors www.flbog.edu/about/budget/current.php

  26. 2013-2014 Tuition and Required FeesFlorida State Colleges (previously known as Community Colleges)(for college credit programs, in-state students Source: Division of Florida Colleges)

  27. University of Florida: Cost of Attendance Average for 2013-14

  28. SCHOLARSHIPS • Ongoing Application Process – Most application deadlines, review and awards begin in February and run through May or June. • Collier County scholarship database (Nation, State and Local) www.collierschools.com/student_services/docs/scholarships/index.asp • Scholarships can be need or merit based or both. (Need based scholarships will require financial disclosure) • Senior Awards Night – Spring, 2014 • Scholarship Coordinator: Mrs. Melissa Hunter There is a lot of money out there, the more you look and apply, the more money you will be eligible for!!

  29. NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH SITES • www.scholarships.com • www.fastweb.com • www.collegenet.com • www.collegeanswer.com • www.fastaid.com • www.schoolsoup.com

  30. NCAA • In order to participate in college athletics, students must register with NCAA-(JUNIOR YEAR) • www.eligibilitycenter.org (online registration); the fee is $50.00 • Athletes must be certified by the NCAA Clearinghouse and meet academic and athletic requirements • Students are to request that their transcript be sent to the NCAA using the BCHS transcript request form. • Please send ACT/SAT scores directly to NCAA

  31. Do’s and Don’ts • DO pay attention to deadlines-apply early ONLY if it makes sense for YOU. • DO read directions & pay attention to details. • DO get organized. There are many components to college admissions , organization is key! • DO pay attention to grammar and spelling-this is a sure fire way to make a bad impression. • DO use an appropriate e-mail address and clean up FB & Myspace. • DO make contact with YOUR admissions officer & keep all correspondence from the universities. • DON’T procrastinate-ask for recommendations early. • DON’T let mom or dad fill out the application and/or contact the schools-THIS IS YOUR JOB! • DON’T make an extracurricular laundry list. • DON’T forget the other application pieces-counselor form, residency statement, housing application, etc. • DON’T rule out a campus visit. • DON’T wait on financial aid- FAFSA-January!! DON’T forget to breathe and enjoy your senior year. This can be a stressful year but find time for fun and enjoy being a senior!

  32. Q & A

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