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Junior College Planning Presentation

Junior College Planning Presentation. Pine View School. College Planning Presentation. College Timeline (also on the PV website) Visit and use the Pine View College Resource website www.pvscollegecounseling.com

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Junior College Planning Presentation

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  1. Junior College Planning Presentation Pine View School

  2. College Planning Presentation • College Timeline (also on the PV website) • Visit and use the Pine View College Resource website www.pvscollegecounseling.com • Naviance/Family Connection - Sign on and complete tasks as assigned http://connection.naviance.com/pineviewsch • Appointments to discuss your college plans will begin in mid-April through June and then July through October (after summer break). Spring appointments are most important for special circumstances (military, athletic) AND early admission

  3. Ethics and Responsibilities pvscollegecounseling.com • Applying to College • Ethics Statement • Student Responsibilities

  4. College Planning Presentation • Naviance/Family Connection • http://connection.naviance.com/pineviewsch • Sign in to your account and include email address • Add parent(s) email addresses

  5. Naviance/Family Connection • Naviance/Family Connection - Sign on and complete tasks as assigned http://connection.naviance.com/pineviewsch • Complete Assigned Tasks (found under the About Me tab ) • Complete the Student Questionnaire • Answer Recommendation Prompts • Create a resume. Note you may either create a resume using Resume Builder or upload one you already have • Complete the Game Plan Survey • You will be given time in your Junior English classes to complete these and other college-related tasks

  6. Naviance/Family Connection

  7. Factors in College Admission • Difficulty of High School Coursework • High School GPA- weighted/unweighted • Standardized Tests: SAT and/or ACT Scores and SAT Subject Test Scores (if applicable) • Extracurricular Activities (depth) • Community Service/Volunteer Work • Essays or Personal Statement • Letters of Recommendation

  8. The Right “Fit”Selecting the College for You pvscollegecounseling.com • College Planning • College Search • Composing Your List • Visiting Colleges

  9. The Right “Fit”Selecting the College for You • Some Important Considerations • Cost/Affordability – Financial Fit • Academic Majors/Programs • Size - small, mid – size, large • Location – state, geography, urban/rural, college town • Campus Atmosphere – campus life, athletics, clubs • Housing/Facilities – dorm options, recreational, dining

  10. The Right “Fit”Selecting the College for You • College Research • College searches available on the internet. Refer to Resources/Helpful Links on pvscollegecounseling.com • Visit college websites. Call and request information • Books and brochures in the college resource room • College fairs/representatives on campus • Visit the college campus (and meet with admissions)

  11. Financial “Fit” and Financial Aid • No surprises! Your family must research the total costs of each college and your ability to pay. Use the tools found on the PVS website Paying for College/Funding Strategies • The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) completed in January of your Senior year will determine your family’s financial need • More info to follow next year. Attend our financial aid night next December/January.

  12. A Balanced List • Selective Schools 2-3 • Target Schools 3-4 • Safety Schools 3

  13. Florida Public Universities • All students are advised to apply to one or more Florida public universities • Refer to the SUS Matrix and specific admissions information (on the PVwebsite) • Pay close attention to SUS timelines and requirements

  14. Decision Plans • Applying to College/Decision Plans • Regular Decision (most January 1st) • Rolling Admissions (apply early) • Early Action • Early Decision • Restrictive Early Action • FSU - October 15th • UF - November 1st

  15. Florida Bright Futures Scholarship • Florida Academic Scholars – 3.5 gpa*, 1290 SAT or 29 ACT, 100 community service hours • Florida Medallion Scholars– 3.0 gpa*, 1170 SAT or 26 ACT, 75 community service hours • You must submit community service approval form and be pre-approved

  16. Standardized Testing: SAT and ACT • College Planning/Standardized Testing The PVS website describes the different tests (including SAT IIs and APs), and offers information on test preparation resources, suggested timelines and strategies, and fee waivers • SAT – sat.collegeboard.org • ACT - www.actstudent.org • Test Preparation - PrepMeon Naviance/Family Connection, in-house, online and private companies

  17. Special Circumstances • Athletes/NCAA Clearinghouse • If you are planning to participate in Division 1 or 2 college athletics, you must register with NCAA Clearinghouse http://www.eligibilitycenter.org/ • Complete “Athletic Transcript Request” and give to Mrs. Manders to send to the clearinghouse. • Military Academies • Begin application process during Junior year (Now!) • Go to websites for more information and to apply

  18. Summer Activities • Create/add to/refine your resume • Attend summer programs, work, volunteer • Visit college campuses and refine your list • Research and discuss college affordability with parents • Review admission requirements and application deadlines for schools in which you are interested • Narrow down choices. Do not apply if you are not seriously willing to attend. Match and Fit!

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