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Welcome to the College “Journey”

Welcome to the College “Journey”. LOCUST VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT February 6, 2007. Self Assessment. Academic strengths and weaknesses Favorite courses Favorite activities Learning Environment. What are Colleges looking for?. GPA Transcript SAT, SAT Subject tests, ACT

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Welcome to the College “Journey”

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  1. Welcome to the College “Journey” LOCUST VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT February 6, 2007

  2. Self Assessment • Academic strengths and weaknesses • Favorite courses • Favorite activities • Learning Environment

  3. What are Colleges looking for? • GPA • Transcript • SAT, SAT Subject tests, ACT • Extracurricular activities • College Essay • Interview • Recommendations

  4. GPA &Transcript • Academic growth, strength of program, grades - IB, AP, Honors & Regents -Interests & Strengths -Senior course selection - Mid-year Grades • Weighted classes • GPA is computed for all high school courses through the Junior year • LVHS does not rank

  5. SAT, SAT Subject Tests, & ACT • College entrance exams • Required by most Colleges What are your test-taking strengths?

  6. The SAT • SAT I • Critical Reading • Math • Writing • SAT Subject Tests - Check with individual Colleges for testing requirements

  7. The ACT • ACT • English • Math • Reading • Science • Optional writing test (Colleges may require the writing section)

  8. Tips for taking the SAT/ACT • Take a rigorous schedule • Take extra math, science, and English • Read, read, read • Study Vocabulary • Take practice exams www.collegeboard.com https://www.uccp.org/ (click on “students”)

  9. SAT dates Test Date: Registration Deadline: March 10, 2007* February 2, 2007/ Feb 14, 2007* May 5, 2007 April 3, 2007 June 2, 2007 April 27, 2007 October 6, 2007 (07-08 Registration November 3, 2007 dates currently December 1, 2007 not available) Check SAT Schedule to verify SAT Subject test dates *late registration LVHS is a testing site for all SAT dates

  10. ACT dates Test Date: Registration Deadline: April 14, 2007 March 9, 2007 June 9, 2007* May 4, 2007 September 15, 2007 August 10, 2007 October 27, 2007* September 21, 2007 December 8, 2007 November 2, 2007 *Test offered at Locust Valley High School

  11. School Codes • High School CEEB Code: 332 882 Test Center Codes: • SAT Code: 33-562 • ACT Code: 20006

  12. Testing for Students with Accommodations Please contact the Individual Needs Department with any questions regarding special testing accommodations for SAT and ACT tests

  13. FOR MORE INFO CHECK OUT THESE WEB SITES: WWW.COLLEGEBOARD.COM WWW.ACT.ORG

  14. Letters of Recommendation • Two letters • Spring of Junior year • Teachers who know you well (preferably Junior teachers) • Supplementary letters (ie. Athletics, Art, Music) • Counselor Recommendation • Thank you note

  15. College Essay • Represents student • Answer question • Engaging • Presentation counts • Be original • Be yourself • Revise and proofread • Seek feedback

  16. Interviews • May be required • Alumni interviews • Informational • Relax and be yourself • Be prepared - Ask questions - Bring Activity Record - Dress appropriately - Arrive on time

  17. Activity Record • Accomplishments • Honors and Awards • Extracurricular activities • Clubs, Sports • Community Service • Out of school activities • Summer programs, Research & Internships • Work experience

  18. Researching Colleges • Consider what you want in a college: • Size • Location • Urban, Suburban, Rural • Public or private • Major, special programs • Athletics • Environment • Student life • Single Sex or Co-ed • Religious orientation • Military Academy

  19. Larger Schools vs. Smaller Schools • Relationships with professors • Student/ Teacher ratio • Average class size • Opportunities

  20. Public vs. Private Universities • Cost • Reputation • Denominational • Military

  21. Environment • Academics • Major • Special Programs • Athletics • Single Sex or Co-Ed • Social life • Greek life

  22. Location • In state or out of state • Region • Weather • Urban, Suburban, Rural • Distance • Commuting cost

  23. Narrow It Down • “target” schools • “reach” schools • “safe” schools

  24. How Can I Learn About Different Colleges? • School Counselor • Internet • Friends and Family • Campus tours and interviews • Virtual College tours • College handbooks • College Catalogs • College Fairs

  25. INTERNET SITES • www.collegeboard.com Offers a wide range of college admissions information & services in the areas of college search, assessment, admission, placement, financial aid, curriculum, and research.  • www.collegenet.com Search for colleges by name, location, enrollment, tuition, major, affiliation and sports. Also includes a scholarship search, financial aid information and other college resources. • www.campustours.com Online source for virtual college tours, interactive maps, college webcams, QuickTime VR tours, campus movies and pictures

  26. Campus Visit • Contact admissions: • To register for campus tour • To inquire about Open House dates This is the best way to find out if a school is right for you!

  27. Speak with college representatives Find out and gather information on schools College Fairs may offer: Valuable workshops Informational resources Counselors to help with the college search process Attend College Fairs!

  28. Spring College Fair: Nassau Counselors’ Association SPRING COLLEGE EXPO Tuesday, MAY 8, 2007 5-9 PM HOFSTRA ARENA Hofstra University FREE to attend! www.NassauCounselors.org

  29. NCA Spring College Expo: • Over 350 colleges and universities in attendance • Counselors available to provide College Search Assistance • Seminars on: - Financial Aid - Students with Special Needs - Student Athletes & the NCAA - “Selective College” Admissions

  30. FALL COLLEGE FAIRS • NCA Fall College Expo -September 23,2007 Time:12-3pm SUNY Old Westbury • NACAC- National College Fair -September 30, 2007 Time: 11-4pm Nassau Coliseum

  31. Start Applying!

  32. When Should I Apply? Fall of Senior year • Early Decision • Early Action • Priority Deadlines • Regular Admission • Rolling Admission

  33. Application Process • Obtain applications online or from each college • Common, SUNY, CUNY, Individual • Apply online or by mail through the Guidance Department • NCAA Clearinghouse • Financial aid Be aware of deadlines!

  34. National Collegiate Athletic Association • Division I & II college-bound athletes should register in the fall with NCAA -www.ncaaclearinghouse.net • Be in touch with HS coaches spring of junior year • Consult with your child’s Guidance Counselor regarding academic eligibility

  35. New York State Higher Education Services Corporationwww.HESC.comFinancial Aid Workshop offered at LVHS in Senior year FAFSA: File after January 1st of Senior year Financing your education APPLY ONLINE AT WWW.FAFSA.ED.GOV

  36. Academic Departmental Private SCHOLARSHIPS

  37. Scholarship Websites • www.fastweb.com • www.collegeboard.com • www.scholaraid.com • www.lvcsd.k12.ny.us (go to Schools > HS > Depts. > Guidance > Scholarship info)

  38. Make the most of this journey! • Let your child take ownership of this exciting process • We are here to help you You are about to embark on another milestone of your life! LVHS

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