Welcome to Junior Parent College Night

1. Welcome to Junior Parent College Night • Lauren Peterson School Counselor Freshmen & Seniors N-Z • Lisa Meinhardt School Counselor Juniors & Seniors G-M • Maridi Gurtsak School Counselor Sophomores & Seniors A-F

3. Preparation for College • High School GPA • Rigorous high school coursework • Motivation & Commitment • Study Habits • Career Shadowing • Transcript • GPA • Class rank • Attendance • Test scores • School & community involvement • Work

4. Considering Educational Options • Four Year (Public/Private) • Two Year Colleges • Certificate Programs • Technical Schools • Apprenticeship Programs • Military (ASVAB 3/15/13- register in guidance) • Service Academies • ROTC • National Guard/Reserves UPCOMING EVENT:March 13, 2013 Junior Post High School Planning Day (career shadow or schedule a college visit ) **Students make arrangements and complete paperwork- please note change from original scheduled event**

5. College Prep Recommendations • Language Arts 4 credits • Mathematics 4 credits • Science 4 credits • Social Studies 4 credits • Foreign Language 2 credits • Fine Arts 1 credit • Art, Band, Choir, VCD (Visual Communication Design)

6. ACT/SAT Information College-bound juniors should take both tests this spring – and at least once in their senior year if not satisfied with the scores (Code- 363940) ACT • Registration: www.actstudent.org • April 13th Register by March 8th • June 8th Register by May 3rd SAT • Registration: www.collegeboard.org • May 4th Register by April 5th • June 1st Register by May 17th

7. College Comparison • Majors and educational programs • Type of school and degrees offered • Admission policy • Location and size • Costs and financial aid • College affiliation and accreditation • Campus activities • Support services

8. Public College Update • The University of Akron • Bowling Green State University • Central State University • University of Cincinnati • Cleveland State University • Kent State University • Miami University • The Ohio State University • Ohio University • Shawnee State University • The University of Toledo • Wright State University • Youngstown State University

9. Private Tuition – Cost Comparison

10. 2 Year College Update • Admission • Placement Testing • Value • Associates Degree • Certificate • Transferability / Public School Agreement • www.transfer.org

11. Tri-C Advantage Data Our tuition is the lowest in Northeast Ohio. You can take the same general education courses offered at most four-year schools for a fraction of the cost. Based on Fall 2009 full-time charges for 15 credit hours and either 2 semesters or 3 quarters. Amounts shown include both instructional and general/facilities fees, but do not include room and board costs (which average $7,200), transportation, and other costs. (Data provided by Cuyahoga Community College) • Tri-C Savingsper year • Bowling Green State University $6,724 • Central State University $2,878 • Cleveland State University $5,504 • Kent State University $6,320 • Miami University $9,026 • Ohio University $6,491 • Ohio State University $6,290 • Shawnee State University $3,416 • The University of Akron $5,967 • University of Cincinnati $6,983 • University of Toledo $5,510 • Wright State University $5,117 • Youngstown State University $4,540

12. Campus Visit Checklist • Schedule a campus tour • Meet with an admission counselor • Verify admission requirements • Determine actual college costs • Ask about financial aid opportunities • Investigate your academic programs • Attend a class • Talk with students and faculty

13. Financing Your Education & College Now Greater Cleveland • Determine college costs & resources • Secure necessary forms and note deadlines • File FAFSA after January 1st in senior year • Avoid ruling-out a school because of cost until the financial aid package is presented • Be aware of scholarship scams • College Now Greater Cleveland- call Mrs. Laut 427-6116 for an appointment

14. Timeline: Spring/Summer • Identify career goals – set up career shadowing and visit Ohio Career Information System (www.ocis.orgUsername: jdoe Password: Student ID#) • Identify important college characteristics • Be realistic- review admission requirements (GPA and test scores) • Research at least 5-8 schools and narrow your choices by scheduling and taking college visits • Take the ACT/SAT this spring!

15. Timeline: Senior Year- Fall • Apply Early- be aware of deadlines • 3-5 colleges • Complete applications prior to Thanksgiving break • Register for fall administration of the ACT/SAT and SAT subject tests if necessary • Make college visits & meet with college representatives visiting OFHS • Investigate available scholarships and deadlines

16. Sources of College Information • Counselors’ Corner • National College Fair:Sunday, April 21st • 1:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m. • Cleveland State University Wolstein Center • Online registration: http://www.gotomyncf.com   • College representatives visiting OFHS in the fall • College Now Greater Cleveland - sign up for an appointment with Mr. Dollinger #427-6116

17. Thank You For Attending Next year’s senior counselor assignments effective August 2013: A-F Mrs. Maridi Gurtsak G-M Ms. Lisa Meinhardt(Palmison) N-Z Mrs. Lauren Peterson