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The Class of 2014

The Class of 2014. American School of Johannesburg. ?. 8:00-9:00 Guiding Your Child Toward their Match University 9:00-9:10 Coffee Break – Schedule Parent Meetings 9:10-9:30 Grade 12 Students & Closing Comments (Q and A)

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The Class of 2014

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  1. The Class of 2014 American School of Johannesburg

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  3. 8:00-9:00 Guiding Your Child Toward their Match University 9:00-9:10 Coffee Break – Schedule Parent Meetings 9:10-9:30 Grade 12 Students & Closing Comments (Q and A) 9:30-10:00 Naviance/Computer Lab (if interested)

  4. Directions Class of 2013 USA 33 Applicants Canada 10 Applicants United Kingdom 15 Applicants Mainland Europe 2 Applicants South Africa 5 Applicants Japan 2 Applicants India 2 Applicants Dubai 4 Applicants Gap Year 1 Students Undecided 2 Students

  5. RESEARCH • Consult with Counsellors, Family, Teachers and Classmates • Naviance: Family connections • UCAS: www.ucas.com • IBO: Recognitions at Worldwide Universities • University Representatives Visiting AISJ • University Fairs (October 2013) • http://tw.aisj-jhb.com/hscounselors/ - Counsellor Blog

  6. How do you choose?

  7. Rural Urban

  8. What do I need to be accepted? What are the Admission Requirements?

  9. USA • Over 4,000 Colleges and Universities • 4-year program for 1st degree • Tuition costs between $26,000- $60,000/yr. in the United States. • Apply to University/College and select your course of study or studies after 1 or 2 years-Common Application • Apply online to universities and colleges not on CA. • Universities look at: • TRANSCRIPTS/Course Rigor • IB Diploma Projected Grades • ESSAYS • LEADERSHIP • STANDARDIZED TEST SCORES • RECOMMENDATIONS • ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES

  10. Counselors Advice for USA Applicants • Order: The Insiders Guide to College –Yale Daily News • Order: The Fiske Guide to Colleges • www.edupass.org – If you are an International Student check out this site. • www.collegedata.com - If you want to find universities to help you pick your Reach, Target and Safety Schools • Make a Connection - Your Match University

  11. Canada • Larger Size Universities • Costs International Students (15,00-35,000 Canadian Dollar) • Apply to University and your major and minor courses are decided in 2nd year. • 3 year Work Visa after Graduation for International Students • Ontario University Application Centre Universities Look At Your: IB Diploma and Projected Scores SAT- If not full Diploma Transcripts

  12. United Kingdom • Over 350 colleges and universities • 3-year program for 1stdegree • Scotland 4 year programs • Costs about £9000/year for EU/UK citizens • Costs for international applicants £9000/year to £18,000/year • Apply for a specific course of study • One application for 5 courses/universities • October 15th deadline for Cambridge/Oxford/Vet/Med/Dentistry • http://ukcisa.org.uk/student/fees_student_support.php UKCISA Counselors Advice- www.coa.co.uk Take the Centigrade if you are undecided on what you would like to study in the UK. • Universities look at your: • external exam scores • IB projected scores • work experience (*) • personal statement • recommendation letter

  13. Mainland Europe • Universities look at your: • IB DIPLOMA • HL Course Choices • SL Course Choices • 3-5 year program • Costs vary - generally less expensive • Apply for a specific course of study • Individual applications • Private Universities Higher Costs

  14. South Africa • When an AISJ student wishes to apply to a South African University go the website of university and find : “ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS WITH AN INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMA. “ • Students need to apply for a Matric Exemption Certificate for Admission toBachelor’s Degree Studies. • A M30E form can be obtained from Ms Barltrop at the HS office although you are requested to apply online. • Holders of the American High School Diploma need to get an acceptance letter from an accredited United States University or submit your SAT results • Some SA Universities accept the IB Diploma and the M30E (MatricExemption) may not be required • Matric Exemption website; www.hesa-enrol.ac.za

  15. Australia • 3/4 year programs or Foundation Year • Costs ~ 15,000-30,000 Australian Dollar a year for international students. • Apply for a specific course of study • Universities look at your: • IB DIPLOMA POINTS and Specific Subjects at HL and SL • TOEFL/IELTS Foundation Degree • Transcripts/Foundation Degree

  16. Counselors will… • Write a School Counselor Reference • Host an Essay/Personal Statement Workshop with English Department in April/May • Advise students on university and course selection • Be available to guide students on individual questions during mission blocks • Prepare Transcripts/ Collect IB Projected Scores • Discuss possible major and career choice. • Help students develop List and Reach/Target/Safety Schools • Liaise with University Admission Officers

  17. Parents can… • Scheduled a University Planning Meeting with your Counsellor • Realize the importance of NAVIANCE • Word Press – Blog: Announcements and Information • Coordinate Summer Visits on Campus with your child.

  18. Students Start Gr. 12 with… • NAVIANCE FAMILY CONNECTION - Enter Universities I am Considering to Apply: http://connection.naviance.com/AISoJ • Personal Essays/Personal Statement Final Draft • Standardized Test Plan/Timeline/Deadlines • Request Recommendations from Teachers

  19. Welcome – Class of 2013 Maxime Seguin UK Applicant International Relations Cara Salpini USA Applicant Undeclared Major

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