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College CounselingCollege Counseling
Important Contacts:Jill Kelly-Anson [email protected]
Bo Takarabe [email protected] Willey [email protected]
bhscounseling.pbworks.com
Important Contacts:Jill Kelly-Anson [email protected]
Bo Takarabe [email protected] Willey [email protected]
bhscounseling.pbworks.com
Before you begin….Before you begin….
(take a deep breath…..there is a school
for everyone)
(take a deep breath…..there is a school
for everyone)
Prepare, Prepare, PreparePrepare, Prepare, Prepare
Choose your classes wisely your senior year
Pay close attention to deadlines Set yourself up to be the best
candidate possible (remember there are lots of you out there!)
Choose your classes wisely your senior year
Pay close attention to deadlines Set yourself up to be the best
candidate possible (remember there are lots of you out there!)
Some quotes from the people who decide….Some quotes from the people who decide….
“We like to see 4 hard core academics your senior year”
“The best predictor of success is 4 years of math”
-CU Admissions officer
“We like to see 4 hard core academics your senior year”
“The best predictor of success is 4 years of math”
-CU Admissions officer
Minimum Academic Requirements per CU
major
Minimum Academic Requirements per CU
majorCollege of Arts & Sciences English……….4 years Math………….4 years Science……3 years
including chemistry or physics
Social Science..3 years Foreign language.. 3
years
College of Arts & Sciences English……….4 years Math………….4 years Science……3 years
including chemistry or physics
Social Science..3 years Foreign language.. 3
years
Leads School of Business English………… 4 years Math…………….4 years Science………….3
years (including chemistry or physics)
Social Science…..3 Foreign language..3 Academic Elective…..1
Leads School of Business English………… 4 years Math…………….4 years Science………….3
years (including chemistry or physics)
Social Science…..3 Foreign language..3 Academic Elective…..1
*Notice the difference between the colleges
What do they want from me anyway?
What do they want from me anyway?
a glimpse into what colleges look for
a glimpse into what colleges look for
What Colleges Look At:What Colleges Look At:
Transcript: classes taken and grades achieved
Grade Point Average Class Rank Test Scores: ACT, SAT I/II Recommendations Application questions
and essays Resume Community Service Extracurricular Activities
Transcript: classes taken and grades achieved
Grade Point Average Class Rank Test Scores: ACT, SAT I/II Recommendations Application questions
and essays Resume Community Service Extracurricular Activities
Special talents, skills, interests; leadership abilities
Major or area of interest Personal interview Communication with college
demonstrating interest Ethnic Status Alumni Relationship to
college Geographic location, where
you live Family’s ability to pay Special concerns: illness,
handicap, family issues
Special talents, skills, interests; leadership abilities
Major or area of interest Personal interview Communication with college
demonstrating interest Ethnic Status Alumni Relationship to
college Geographic location, where
you live Family’s ability to pay Special concerns: illness,
handicap, family issues
Community service ideasCommunity service ideas
Key club
Habitat for humanity
Buddy program
Tutoring
Key club
Habitat for humanity
Buddy program
Tutoring
Roadside clean-up
FBLA
Church programs
Trail work
Roadside clean-up
FBLA
Church programs
Trail work
Planning to ApplyPlanning to Apply
Testing Researching Schools
Choosing a Major
Testing Researching Schools
Choosing a Major
Testing Testing
What test do I take?What test do I take?
ACT Colorado, Midwest,
Mountain schools writing costs extra
some students find this test more manageable
$33 w/out writing * $48 with writing
ACT Colorado, Midwest,
Mountain schools writing costs extra
some students find this test more manageable
$33 w/out writing * $48 with writing
SAT/SAT II necessary for private
schools and some state schools outside of CO
often used by schools on the common application writing is included
$47 SAT I * $21 per reasoning test
SAT/SAT II necessary for private
schools and some state schools outside of CO
often used by schools on the common application writing is included
$47 SAT I * $21 per reasoning test
*fee waivers available for those who qualify
ACTACT
Includes English, Reading, Math, & Science
Writing is optional (additional charge) Mandatory at end of Junior year/ No
writing section Can be retaken during Senior year Perfect Score: 36 National Average: 20.0
Includes English, Reading, Math, & Science
Writing is optional (additional charge) Mandatory at end of Junior year/ No
writing section Can be retaken during Senior year Perfect Score: 36 National Average: 20.0
ACT Test Datesact.org
ACT Test Datesact.org
Date RegistrationDeadline
Late Registration
April 9 March 4 March 5-18
June 11 May 6 May 7-20
September 10 August 5 August 6-19
SAT I/IISAT I/IISAT I
Includes Verbal, Math, and WritingPerfect Score 2400
SAT II Subject tests (plan to take these after appropriate course work)
Can take up to 3 per test date Perfect Scores depend on test
SAT Test Dates 2011Register at
collegeboard.com
SAT Test Dates 2011Register at
collegeboard.comDate Registration
DeadlineLate Registration
June 4 May 6 May 20
October 8 September 9 September 23
Researching CollegesResearching Colleges
Where do I begin?Where do I begin?
Questions to Ask Yourself:Questions to Ask Yourself:
What do I want to get out of college? What are my goals for my college education?
Where in the country/world do I want to be? Colorado? East Coast? West Coast? Midwest? Does it not matter to me?
What type of location do I want to be in? Urban (big city)? Rural? Suburban? College town?
What size school do I want to be at? Big University? (25,000 or more), Smaller College? (1000-3000 students)
Do I want to be at a public or private school? (remember- sometimes private schools have more money to offer)
What do I want to get out of college? What are my goals for my college education?
Where in the country/world do I want to be? Colorado? East Coast? West Coast? Midwest? Does it not matter to me?
What type of location do I want to be in? Urban (big city)? Rural? Suburban? College town?
What size school do I want to be at? Big University? (25,000 or more), Smaller College? (1000-3000 students)
Do I want to be at a public or private school? (remember- sometimes private schools have more money to offer)
More questions...More questions... What do I think I might study? Do want a
school that has a variety of majors to choose from? Do you want a school that has something very specific that may not be offered at many schools (ie occupational therapy or video game design?)
What activities do I want to pursue in college? Sports? Art? Music? Clubs? Study Abroad? Summer programs?
What can I afford? Do I want to start at a two-year school or
four-year school? Utilize www.collegboard.com- college search
What do I think I might study? Do want a school that has a variety of majors to choose from? Do you want a school that has something very specific that may not be offered at many schools (ie occupational therapy or video game design?)
What activities do I want to pursue in college? Sports? Art? Music? Clubs? Study Abroad? Summer programs?
What can I afford? Do I want to start at a two-year school or
four-year school? Utilize www.collegboard.com- college search
Learning about CollegesLearning about Colleges
College Handbooks (i.e. Fiske Guide, Colleges That Changes Lives)
College Catalogs College Fairs College Visits Other students Reach College Counseling Sessions www.collegeboard.com
College Handbooks (i.e. Fiske Guide, Colleges That Changes Lives)
College Catalogs College Fairs College Visits Other students Reach College Counseling Sessions www.collegeboard.com
College FairsCollege FairsDenver Spring College Fair
Sunday, May 1, 20111pm-3:30pmLakewood HS
Basalt High SchoolOctober 6, 20116:00- 7:30 pm
Western Slope College FairOctober
11:00-2:00 pm Aspen High School
Christian College FairOctober
6:30-8:30JFK High School, Denver
Denver Spring College FairSunday, May 1, 2011
1pm-3:30pmLakewood HS
Basalt High SchoolOctober 6, 20116:00- 7:30 pm
Western Slope College FairOctober
11:00-2:00 pm Aspen High School
Christian College FairOctober
6:30-8:30JFK High School, Denver
Tips for a College FairTips for a College Fair
Pre made Name/address cards Find out schools in attendance Highlight schools to visit first Know appropriate questions
Pre made Name/address cards Find out schools in attendance Highlight schools to visit first Know appropriate questions
Checklist for College VisitsChecklist for College Visits
meet with an admissions counselor verify admission requirements determine actual college costs ask about financial aid opportunities take a campus tour investigate your academic program(s) attend a class talk with students and faculty stay in a dorm ask yourself how do I feel here? discuss your chances for success:
….admission ….graduation ….placement
meet with an admissions counselor verify admission requirements determine actual college costs ask about financial aid opportunities take a campus tour investigate your academic program(s) attend a class talk with students and faculty stay in a dorm ask yourself how do I feel here? discuss your chances for success:
….admission ….graduation ….placement
Choosing a MajorChoosing a Major
Don’t worry…you don’t have to choose yet
Don’t worry…you don’t have to choose yet
If You Don’t Have Any Idea:
If You Don’t Have Any Idea:
Look at your interests Take the Choices Interest Inventory Look at PLAN results Take an online inventory Collegeboard.com- college search
remember: college students change their major many times during their college career
Look at your interests Take the Choices Interest Inventory Look at PLAN results Take an online inventory Collegeboard.com- college search
remember: college students change their major many times during their college career
Other things to Consider:Other things to Consider:
WUE Program Family
Transportation costs
WUE Program Family
Transportation costs
The Application ProcessThe Application Process
(a piece of cake…if you stay organized)
(a piece of cake…if you stay organized)
ApplicationsApplications
Apply online Common Application (a great
resource…use it!) www.commonapp.org
Apply online Common Application (a great
resource…use it!) www.commonapp.org
When you apply you will need:
(for most schools)
When you apply you will need:
(for most schools) Resume (refer to BHS College Handbook) 2 Letters of recommendation (ask at least two
weeks in advance) Personal Statement (should give to counseling
office 2 weeks prior to deadline) Check for application fee $5 (one time fee to BHS for processing) This along with completed application and
supplements should be turned in to Linda in the counseling office (transcripts and test scores will be attached and sent.)
Resume (refer to BHS College Handbook) 2 Letters of recommendation (ask at least two
weeks in advance) Personal Statement (should give to counseling
office 2 weeks prior to deadline) Check for application fee $5 (one time fee to BHS for processing) This along with completed application and
supplements should be turned in to Linda in the counseling office (transcripts and test scores will be attached and sent.)
Some Terms to KnowSome Terms to Know
Early Decision/aka “Binding”Early Decision/aka “Binding”
this is an agreement with the school that if you are accepted you will attend
only apply ED if you are sure it may be “easier” for students to get in ED
(admissions officers want to fill their classes with the best)
you will not know your financial aid status before you are accepted...however you may be able to change your status if the package they give you will make it difficult for you to attend
this is an agreement with the school that if you are accepted you will attend
only apply ED if you are sure it may be “easier” for students to get in ED
(admissions officers want to fill their classes with the best)
you will not know your financial aid status before you are accepted...however you may be able to change your status if the package they give you will make it difficult for you to attend
Early Action/ non- binding
Early Action/ non- binding
Students can apply early but are not bound to go to school
Good for students who are pretty sure where they want to attend but still want the option to change their mind
Still a “better” chance of acceptance Most will “roll-over” to regular admissions if not accepted
Students can apply early but are not bound to go to school
Good for students who are pretty sure where they want to attend but still want the option to change their mind
Still a “better” chance of acceptance Most will “roll-over” to regular admissions if not accepted
Common ApplicationCommon Application
An application for over 400 different schools (usually private)
Colleges recognize the common application equally
Please remember to check the supplemental application (as each school asks for different materials)
An application for over 400 different schools (usually private)
Colleges recognize the common application equally
Please remember to check the supplemental application (as each school asks for different materials)
Rolling AdmissionsRolling Admissions
Applications are reviewed as they are received
Applications are reviewed as they are received
Attention College Athletes
Attention College Athletes
NCAANCAA
Students must submit application to play Division I &II
• Students must have taken at least 17 academic classes during high school
• Athletic Director has applications
Students must submit application to play Division I &II
• Students must have taken at least 17 academic classes during high school
• Athletic Director has applications
Show Me the Money!Show Me the Money!
How much will college cost?
How much will college cost?
CMC-living at home- $2,500/year
Mesa State- $15,205
CU/CSU- $21,000
DU/CC-$50,000
Out of state state schools- $20-55,000
Includes room/board, books, fees, tuition
CMC-living at home- $2,500/year
Mesa State- $15,205
CU/CSU- $21,000
DU/CC-$50,000
Out of state state schools- $20-55,000
Includes room/board, books, fees, tuition
Financial AidFinancial Aid
FAFSACSS Profile
Scholarships
FAFSACSS Profile
Scholarships
FAFSAFAFSA
www.fafsa.ed.gov In order to receive any financial aid (loans or
grants) the FAFSA must be completed Parents should complete by the February 15,
2012 Parents must have completed 2011 taxes
Fill out the “pre-application” beforehand, it will make the other application easier
We will have a FAFSA workshop January 2012
www.fafsa.ed.gov In order to receive any financial aid (loans or
grants) the FAFSA must be completed Parents should complete by the February 15,
2012 Parents must have completed 2011 taxes
Fill out the “pre-application” beforehand, it will make the other application easier
We will have a FAFSA workshop January 2012
CSS Profile(easy as pie…and worth the time!)
CSS Profile(easy as pie…and worth the time!)
Primarily for private colleges (including Colorado College!)
Register at www.collegeboard.com Click on “paying for college”
Then click on “css/profile online” You will need a list of the colleges you
are applying to and a credit card DEADLINE: December 1, 2011
Primarily for private colleges (including Colorado College!)
Register at www.collegeboard.com Click on “paying for college”
Then click on “css/profile online” You will need a list of the colleges you
are applying to and a credit card DEADLINE: December 1, 2011
ScholarshipsScholarships
Submit FAFSA Watch the scholarship board at BHS Watch BHS Counseling Website Local scholarship form handed out in
February www.fastweb.com www.scholarships.com
Submit FAFSA Watch the scholarship board at BHS Watch BHS Counseling Website Local scholarship form handed out in
February www.fastweb.com www.scholarships.com
Now the wait begins…Now the wait begins…
Reminder:Reminder:
Colleges look at your 2nd semester grades so watch out for “senioritis!”
Colleges look at your 2nd semester grades so watch out for “senioritis!”
And the envelope please…And the envelope please…
is it fat? is it thin? is it fat? is it thin?
Congratulations!Congratulations!
You are going to college!
You are going to college!
Once you have been accepted…
Once you have been accepted…
Look at financial aid packages from all of the schools you have been accepted
Once you have decided where you are going please notify the counseling office so we can send your final transcripts
Notify the school you will be attending before May 1 (and send in your enrollment deposit!)
Celebrate!!! Keep in touch.
Look at financial aid packages from all of the schools you have been accepted
Once you have decided where you are going please notify the counseling office so we can send your final transcripts
Notify the school you will be attending before May 1 (and send in your enrollment deposit!)
Celebrate!!! Keep in touch.