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Welcome to Cinnaminson High School Junior Parent Night

Welcome to Cinnaminson High School Junior Parent Night. January 2014. The College Admission Process can be complicated and complex! ! !. We are here to support your efforts in navigating through the process. Size of school Location Distance from home Activities/Athletics

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Welcome to Cinnaminson High School Junior Parent Night

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  1. Welcome toCinnaminson High SchoolJunior Parent Night January 2014

  2. The College Admission Processcan be complicated and complex! ! ! We are here to support your efforts in navigating through the process . . .

  3. Size of school Location Distance from home Activities/Athletics Public/Private Coed/Single sex Entrance requirements Entrance difficulty Reputation of School Majors available Commitment to major by school Cost Campus personality Which college is right for you?Things to think about . . .

  4. Community Colleges (Associates Degree) Two Year PrivateColleges (Associates Degree) Public Colleges/Universities Private Colleges/Universities Liberal Arts Schools Ivy League Schools Specialized Institutions(art, music, culinary arts, etc.) Technical Schools There are over 4,000 colleges in the U.SWhat are the options?

  5. How to search for the right college? • connection.naviance.com/cinnaminsonhs • Naviance Super Match will be done in April • www.collegeboard.com • www.collegeboard.com/quickstart • College rep visits during lunches in Fall • Attend campus tours • Recommendations from former seniors, parents, relatives, etc. who attended • Attend College Fairs • Counselor conferences

  6. Understanding Admission FactorsHow Colleges Evaluate Candidates? • Strength of Curriculum 68% • Admission Test Scores ACT/SAT 59% • Essay or Writing Sample 25% • Counselor Recommendation Letter 19% • Class Rank 19% • Teacher Recommendation Letter 17% • Subject Test Scores (AP) 7% • Portfolio and/or Interview 6% • SAT Subject Test 5% • Extra Curricular Activities 5% • Work/Volunteer or Community Service 2%

  7. Applying to college:Where to begin? Please refer to the Junior Planning Calendar Juniors will receive their “Senior Packet” in June Prepare to take SAT or ACT this spring and next fall Think about which two teachers your son/daughter will ask to write recommendation letters Begin researching colleges and plan summer visits to colleges (refer to College Visit Checklist) Every student will be scheduled to meet with his/her school counselor to discuss post-secondary plans beginning in October (Parents are encouraged to attend.) Refer to the Senior Parent Tip Sheet for ideas on how to support your child through the college admission process

  8. Get Organized & ApplySo now what? • There is no magic number, but narrowing your college search to five will simplify the process • Categorize your choices: “Reach”, “Realistic”, & “Safety” schools • Review scholarship & financial aid requirements • Visit www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov for an estimate of your federal financial aid eligibility • Share draft essays with teachers and/or family to edit • Ask teachers (no more than two) to write recommendation letters • Set firm dates for completion of recommendations (allow three weeks) • Submit Transcript Request through Naviance

  9. NJ STARS • NJ STARS is a scholarship program exclusively for New Jersey residents that covers the cost of tuition at New Jersey's 19 community colleges. • Students who graduate in the top 15 percent of their high school class may be eligible. • Students have five (5) semesters of eligibility for NJ STARS.

  10. NJ STARS II • NJ STARS Students Can Earn a Significant Scholarship Towards Their Bachelor's Degrees with NJ STARS II • New Jersey community college NJ STARS students who earn their associate's degrees with a 3.25 grade point average or better are eligible for up to a $2,500 per year NJ STARS II scholarship at any New Jersey public or independent NJ TAG-participating four-year college or university.

  11. College responses:What are the decision options? • Regular Decision Check each college for deadline • Rolling Admission Will be reviewed as received • Early Decision  Requires early application, commitment & contract • Early Action  Requires early application & no commitment

  12. Making a decision . . .How do I decide where to go? • Visit, visit, visit! • Compare financial aid packages in the spring • Ultimately a personal decision . . . Encourage your child to seek advice from those who know him/her well Consider location, size, academics, activities, & facilities

  13. College Planning Summary • College opportunities exist for everyone! • Simplify the planning process Understand admission factors Explore your options early Develop a financial plan Visit, visit, visit!

  14. Questions & Comments Alexis Mancinelli A-Ha mancinellia@cinnaminson.com Crystal Widmann He-P widmannc@cinnaminson.com Donna Lobascio Q-Z lobasciod@cinnaminson.com

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