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A-G Scott [email protected] H-O Niki [email protected] P-Z Karen Fick [email protected] Career Counselor Denise Comeau [email protected]
Graduation Requirements 4 Year College “Need to Know” 2 Year College “Need to Know” College & Career Research Scholarships/Financial Aid Q & A Time
Agenda
Staying Informed Counseling webpage
Viking Voyage – monthly newsletter
Skyward (monitor your student’s grades, attendance, etc.)
NKHS High School Main Website
Senior or Junior Calendar
Located on our website
Important datesOctober 19th - PSAT
November 8th and 9th – National College Fair – Seattle Washington State Convention Center
December 10th - Financial Aid Night
January 30th – ROTC/Academy Information Night (6:30PM Central Kitsap High School )
March 5th - High School Beyond and Registration Night (7pm to 8:30pm)
June 4th - Awards Night
Graduation Requirements Seniors
• Earn 22 credits in specific subjects
•Complete a Culminating Senior Project
•Senior Seminars during tutorial once a Month
• Pass State tests or State-approved alternatives
Reading and Writing: Pass the reading and writing high school WASL/HSPE
Math: Pass at least one End of Course Exam (EOC) in Algebra or Geometry
Graduation Requirements Juniors
• Earn 22 credits in specific subjects
•Complete a Culminating Senior Project
•Senior Seminar
• Pass State tests or State-approved alternatives
* Reading and Writing: Pass the reading and writing high school WASL/HSPE
* Math: Pass Exam (EOC) in Algebra and/or Geometry
* Biology EOC
****** Dependent on OSPI annual guidelines
Post High School Options Full-time employment Trade/vocational school Military
ASVAB Community College
Vocational program or 2 year degree Transfer to University
College or University Private vs. Public
Other
Post High School Planning
www.wois.org Career assesment
www.checkoutacollege.com Community and technical college search and
information
Trade/Technical school Bates Technical College- Tacoma WA
Boat building, Broadcasting/Video Production, & Diesel/Heavy Equipment Operator
Clover Park Technical College- Lakewood WA Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, & Massage Therapy
Everest Technical Institute- Bremerton WA Dental/Medical Assistant & Pharmacy Technician
Olympic College Technical Programs- Bremerton WA Culinary Arts, Early Childhood, & Welding Technology
Duration varies – 6 months to 4 years
2 Year College “Need to Know”
Accuplacer/Placement Test Seniors – Spring 2013
2 Year vs. 4 Year decisionSmaller Class SizesCost DifferenceHousing Maturity SAT/ACT not required for admissions
into community college AAS Transferable Degree
Selecting a School• LOCATION, MAJORS, COST, ADMISSION RATES, SIZE,
STUDENT LIFE…YOU ARE LOOKING FOR THE RIGHT FIT FOR YOUR STUDENT.
• A student’s College List should include a broad range of colleges
“SAFETY” SCHOOLS – student well exceeds admission requirements
“MATCH” SCHOOLS – student matches or exceeds admissions requirements
“REACH” SCHOOLS – admission requirements are very competitive, regardless of whether the student has exceeded admission requirements (historically very low admissions rates)
• Application fees range anywhere from $45-$90. Applying to a large number of schools can be expensive and counterproductive.
4 year College Admission Requirements
Washington public 4-year colleges require the following:
English – 4 years Social Science – 3 years Math – 3 years including algebra I, geometry, and
algebra II World Language – 2 years of the same language Lab Science – 2 years (biology, chemistry, or
physics) Fine, Visual, or Performing Arts - .5 of a year Academic elective - .5 of a year Standardized testing to include SAT or ACT (with
writing)
REVIEW THE WEBSITES FOR THE COLLEGES TO WHICH YOU INTEND TO APPLY BEFORE YOU APPLY!
4 Year College “Need to Know”
Admissions Requirements – refer to college website for specific details
PSAT Date: October 19th, 7:30am to 11:00am Recommended for all college-bound juniors
SAT www.collegeboard.com ACT www.actstudent.org
Deadlines Seniors: most colleges will accept up to December
2013 test results Juniors: plan to take the SAT/ACT this spring
GPA & Rank Transcript Request Private vs. Public Institutions Letter of Recommendation Procedure
College Admissions Grades (in rigorous courses) Recommendations Essay(s) Extra-curricular activities Test Scores
How to Distinguish Your Application
Extra-Curricular Activities Volunteer Work Hours Paid Work Hours Leadership Clubs/Sports/Music Clubs and memberships outside of school
Personal Statement Difficulties you have overcome Challenges you have met Reasons for wanting to go to college Edit, edit, edit
Financial Aid Financial Aid Night
December 10th at 6:30pm-8:30pm Located in NKHS Commons College Financial Aid Speaker FAFSA Information
Application window begins January 1st
Seniors: apply ASAP to maximize your eligibility for awards
What can you do now? www.fafsa.edu.gov FAFSA4caster
ScholarshipsSchool Website: www.nkschools.org/nh
Local, State, and national scholarships Websites
fastweb.comfinaid.comcollegeispossible.orgcollegeanswer.comthewashboard.org
Out of State Scholarship (WUE)
Out of State Exchange Programs (reduced tuition for out-of-State applicants (WUE) Student must have legal residency in WUE state
○ Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah Washington, Wyoming
Students can receive a discounted rate through the completion of their Bachelor’s degree ○ Over 145 public institutions are participating
Some majors are not eligible Some colleges/universities have limited availability
○ May require evidence of academic performance To apply:
○ Check WUE box on your online admissions application or contact the admisions office of your prospective colleges
For more information go to http://wiche.edu/wue
Q & A