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College Information Night

Join us on March 26, 2019, to learn about the important steps to take during your junior and senior years of high school for college preparation. Topics include academics, college search, planning, resume building, standardized tests, applications, and staying involved. Don't miss out on this valuable information!

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College Information Night

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  1. College Information Night West Seneca East Senior High March 26, 2019

  2. Action Steps for Junior & Senior Years • Focus on Academics • College Search • College/Career Planning • Résumé/Accomplishments • Standardized Tests • Applications • Stay Involved

  3. Focus on Academics • Take challenging courses that are part of a college prep curriculum • Investigate your elective options • Consider an Advanced Placement (AP) or SUPA course if you are ready • Maintain your grades

  4. Factors to Considerfor Your College Search • Location • School Size • Average SAT/ACT/GPA • Majors • Student/Faculty Ratio • Average Class Size • $$$$-Tuition/% of Aid Offered

  5. College Visits • To see if the college is a good fit • Schedule campus tours and information sessions in advance • Visit while school is in session • Visit a variety of schools • Look for Spring &/or Fall Open House dates

  6. Résumé/Accomplishments • Encourage students to gather information • Activities, sports, volunteer work, part time job, honors, etc. • Quality not quantity

  7. College Admissions Tests • PSAT • Fall of Junior Year • SAT and ACT • Spring of Junior Year & Fall of Senior Year • Online registration can be found at: • www.collegeboard.org • www.act.org

  8. Test Scores • SAT or ACT Scores (when registering) • Be sure to use the correct school code: • (#331128) East / (#331130) West • Send scores directly to colleges • Can send scores to up to four colleges for free • Test scores are NOT included on the HS transcript • Subject Tests • Required by more selective colleges • Check to see which subject tests are required

  9. Applications • Individual College Applications • Common Application • SUNY Application Please note: Students must inform their School Counselor when they apply to college by filling out the out necessary form found in Student Services.

  10. NCAA Clearinghouse • You must register with the NCAA Clearinghouse at the end of Junioryear if you plan to play a Division I or II sport in college. • Register online at: • www.eligibilitycenter.org •See your Counselor as soon as possible to make sure you are in courses that meet discuss eligibility requirements.

  11. What to expect from Student Services… • Program planning • Orientation programs • Evening program opportunities for parents/students • Help with college applications • Opportunities to meet with College Representatives & attend college fairs Help us help you by taking responsibility for your future!

  12. Please Welcome • Kayla Powell – Daemen • Roslyn Jones – SUNY ECC • Christina Caucci-Anderson – UB • Jack Neitz – Canisius • Kelly Govern - Trocaire College

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