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STEP Conference

STEP Conference. Priscilla Ayala Admission Counselor for Diversity Outreach and Recruitment Missouri State University. Why college?. Why college?. The job you want might require it You can earn more money with a college degree

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STEP Conference

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  1. STEP Conference Priscilla Ayala Admission Counselor for Diversity Outreach and Recruitment Missouri State University

  2. Why college?

  3. Why college? • The job you want might require it • You can earn more money with a college degree • To wake up every day to a job you love“Find Your Passion Find Your Place” • Achieve skills and training for the job you want • New experience and new friendships Why would you want to go to college?

  4. Understanding College Terms

  5. College Terms • Credit Hour/s • units • Financial Aid • FAFSA • Free Application for Federal Student Aid • EFC • Expected Family Contribution • Gen. Ed. • Lab/Lecture Course • Waiver • Degree Terms: • Associate, Bachelor, Masters, Doctorate • Core Curriculum • Rigor

  6. What do I need to know about college?

  7. Different types of College • 2 year colleges • Good transition from high school • A+ Program • Examples: OTC and Crowder • 4 year colleges • Public vs. Private • Examples: Missouri State, Drury, Mizzou

  8. “Right Fitting” YOU

  9. “Right Fitting” YOU • RESEARCH • Make a list of your interests, needs and wants for college • Find the College that best fits you! • Public or private? • In state or Out of State • Large, Medium or small • Rural, Urban, Suburban • What do you need to address your cultural needs? • What do you value the most? • (Being close to your hometown, family, wanting to live far away, wanting to live just a few hours away?) • What educational opportunities do you want? • (study away, service learning…etc..)

  10. Missouri State University!! Fun Facts!!! Public affairs mission 4 branch campuses West Plains Mountain Grove Dalian, China Largest internship and service learning in state Over 20, 000 students Affordable!!! Believe in upholding our diversity inclusive excellence model Missouri State competes in NCAA Division I athletics.

  11. Missouri State.edu/admissions/espanol

  12. How much does college cost?

  13. How much does college cost? What do you pay for in college? Classes/Tuition Living on campus Books Student fees Things to think about in regards to college: Private vs. public Out of state vs. In- state fee waivers

  14. Missouri State University Student Fees

  15. How can I afford college?

  16. Did you know? Most students get help paying for college.. 75% of students at MSU get financial aid How can I afford college?? Have a plan! Don’t be average… Grades ACT or SAT scores Involvement in your school or community • Seek Financial Assistance • Scholarships • Private, state, university • Be aware of deadline • Loans • Saving money now

  17. Missouri State Scholarships

  18. Financial Aid • FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) • www.fafsa.ed.gov • Grants • Work Study • Loans • Subsidized v. Unsubsidized

  19. When should I start preparing for college?

  20. When to start preparing for college? • NOW!! • Colleges start looking at your grades your 9th grade year. • For admission to the college • For scholarships

  21. How do I prepare?

  22. How do I prepare? • GPA/Class Rank - Keep your grades up early on…Don’t • Test Score (ACT/SAT) • Take the “college prep” curriculum in high school = CORE • Involvement • DEADLINES • Applications

  23. Dual Credit • Getting college credit while in high school • Benefits: • Getting a head start in your career • Opportunity to understand how college class will be like • Possibility of being on a college campus

  24. Advanced Placement • What is advanced placement? • How to prep for advanced placement exams

  25. ACT/SAT • Take it early: the earlier the better • 10th or 11th • STUDY and PRACTICE • Talk to your counselor about ACT prep classes • Actstudent.org • Check and see what score you need to strive on your ACT for admission at your college of choice

  26. Go visit college campuses early!! Campus Visit Desk: at Missouri State University You may visit www.missouristate.edu/visit or call (417) 836-6616 or email: Campusvisitdesk@missouristate.edu

  27. Applying for Admission

  28. Applying for Admission When to apply? Why apply early? Priority in opportunities such as: Housing Scholarships Registration for classes • You can start applying as early as you finish your junior year!

  29. Requirements for Admission What do you need to submit for admission? • High school transcripts * • ACT/SAT test scores * • Application fee * • Essay • Letters of recommendation

  30. Admission Requirements • Each school varies, so check with your choice of college to verify requirements • Missouri State • Top 3 requirements: • Top 25 % of class • 3.5/4.0 GPA • ACT 24 or higher • Sliding scale

  31. Letters of Recommendation • No family. • Give teachers/counselors 2-3 weeks notice. • Make sure they know the deadline. • Ask if they’d like additional information. • Let them know if you need more than one. • Don’t forget to thank them.

  32. Checklists

  33. What did you learn? • Be sure to know what classes you need to graduate and to meet CORE • Take ACT early and PRACTICE • Make your list so you can start research for college • Visit college campuses as early as possible • Be well aware of admission requirements for your choice of colleges • Become familiar with Scholarships and Financial Aid. • Include someone you trust in your research process (mentor, parent, high school counselor etc…) • If you can take advanced classes take them

  34. Words of Wisdom

  35. Priscilla’s Words of Wisdom • Get to know your high school counselor • Visit with Admission Counselors that come to your school. • Attend college fairs. • Narrow down choices to top 3-5 colleges.

  36. Priscilla’s Words of Wisdom • Apply for admission EARLY! • Have all applications out by the end of October. • Be actively engaged in the college search process. • Don’t chose a college solely based on where your friends are going. • Begin discussions on the costs of college / budgeting with someone you trust

  37. Advice for Students • Learn to manage your time. • Learn to save and budget money. • Build your study habits now. • Challenge yourself in your classes • Ask the questions students don’t think to ask. • Have fun in high school, but your junior year will be critical to get ready for college • Develop strong listening and note-taking skills

  38. Questions?

  39. Thanks For Coming! Priscilla Ayala Missouri State University PriscillaAyala@MissouriState.Edu 417-836-5517

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