september 5, 2013 merrol hyde magnet school college/financial aid night introduction and program...
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September 5, 2013
Merrol Hyde Magnet SchoolCollege/Financial Aid Night
Introduction and Program Overview
Guidance Counselors• Mrs. Beth Dorris 8th-12th Grade
• Mrs. Jenny Howard K-7th Grade
• Phone 615-264-6543
• Post Graduate Planning
• Who am I?
• Where am I going?
• How do I get there?
• How do I pay for it?
• Financial Aid OverviewSam Mullins
• Outreach Specialist for TN Educational Lottery Scholarship Program
• [email protected]• www.CollegePaysTN.com
• College RepresentativeAaron Burtch, Lipscomb University
• Senior Admissions Recruiter for Transfer Students– Lipscomb University, 615-966-6135, [email protected],
admissions.lipscomb.edu/transfers
– The College Admissions Office Process/Perspective. – What type of students apply to our school?– Importance of College Deadlines & the interview?
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• Parent VolunteerAmy McAllister
– Worked in higher education, specifically college admissions, since 1996. Works part-time out of my home, working with schools all around the country, from SMU in Texas to Embry -Riddle in Fl to Denison U. in OH. [email protected]
• Talking Points
1. Importance of finding the right fit2. Look at real cost of3. Look at requirement of scholarship 4. Be thorough in your college admission application
5. Start saving money now
6. Be Smart
7. Study hard... end of year grades matter on transcript.
Create an Action Plan
• College– 4 Year
– 2 Year
– Technical
• Military– Academy
– Reserves
– Enlistment
•Work-Apprenticeships
-Trades
College 101• Making College Visits• Scheduling a visit, must
let MHMS know 1 week in advance, forms in Mrs. Dorris office.
• When to visit• Options
– Campus Tours– Information Sessions– Open Houses
• College Interviews• Know important facts
about the college• Be prepared to answer
and ASK questions• Appearance,
grooming, and conduct
• Save your 1st choice college for last
• Practice, Practice, Practice!
The Refined College List
The list should include a balance of:
Reach/Dream schools
Probable/Likely schools
Safety Schools
• The Value of Internships
• Community Service• Provide real world
experience• Opportunity to expand
career interests• Enhance college
portfolio
Resources for the College Search Guidance Counselor College Planner for MHMS (coming in
September) College web sites Guidebooks, view books, and videos College representative visits Campus visits Alumni / Teachers College Fairs (September 25@ Vol-State)
College Admissions Standardized Testing
• SAT Reasoning Test and SAT Subject Tests
• Range of scores is 200 to 800 on each test, equals 2400
• Areas tested – Critical Reading, Mathematics, and Writing
• Cost is Approx. $51 (depending on what you want), Subject Tests $24.50, $13 per additional test
• Register by deadline – best to register online at www.sat.collegeboard.org
• Send scores directly to colleges or institutions ($11.25 per score)
• MHM School Code is 430-893(AKA: CEEB Code)
ACT – American College Test
• Alternative standardized admissions test• Accepted at most colleges in lieu of SAT and SAT
Subject Tests• Range of scores is 1 to 36• Areas tested include english, math, reading, and
science. Writing is an option.• Cost: $36.50, with Writing $52.50• Register online at www.actstudent.org• First four score reports free!• $12.00 fee to send scores after test to college
Tuition Costs: TN Public vs. TNPrivate
The College Application ProcessEarly Programs• Early Action
– Non-binding– May apply to others
• Early Decision– Binding– Committed to attend
Options• Online vs. Paper (Online
preferred)• Common Application• Transcript/Test Scores• Resume• Essay (long & short answer)
• Letters of recommendation may include:– Two teachers– Guidance Counselor – Coach, employer,
mentor
• Special Accommodations– IEP / 504 Plan
– Portfolio and/or audition
NCAA Clearinghouse National Collegiate Athletic Association
• Divisions I and II• 14 Core courses
required• 2.0 Grade Point Average• SAT Reasoning Test –
1010• www.ncaaclearinghouse
.net
1. Register on-line by August of the senior year (Preferred)
2. Submit transcript request forms to the guidance office.
3. Send official SAT/ACT scores to NCAA directly from Collegeboard.
• Basic Military Academy Requirements
• Academically good students
• Those capable of passing a rigorous physical exam
• Participation in athletics is a plus
• Leadership experience or potential is important
• Technical Colleges& Specific Trade Schools– 1 and 2 year programs
Upcoming Dates
• September 25• College Fair at Vol-State, 6:00-8:00pm
• October 4-11– Fall Break
• October 16– PSAT for 10th/11th
• October 29– PLAN/EXPLORE for 8th and 10th
Questions?• Call Beth Dorris
– 615-264-6543
• Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.teacherpage.com/mhmsguidance/