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Welcome to Hazen Open house

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Welcome to Hazen Open house

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    1. Welcome to Hazen Open house Senior Parent Presentation Lynne Buckingham Career Specialist Christi Leick A-G Erin Palmer H-O Gia Fusaro P-Z

    2. Senior year means . . . Mixed emotions for students and parents Lots of ANXIETY Don’t ask “Is college X a good college”; ask “Is X a good college for my student?” WHAT you do in college is a better predictor of future happiness and success than WHERE you go to college!

    3. What are colleges looking for? Course rigor/honors & AP Leadership-peer elected offices Community service & activities The numbers/GPA/Test scores/Class rank Participation in programs Importance of Senior Year!

    4. Choosing the right college Getting started How many colleges should my student apply to? Each one costs money. A match, a stretch, and a safety. Narrowing it down: Search by majors Career goals Location Talk to teachers/counselors/other students

    5. Choosing the right college: Considerations Majors & educational programs Location & size Costs & availability of Financial Aid College Religious Affiliation Accreditation Campus Activities/Student Life Support Services

    6. Choosing the right college: Campus Visits College Representatives will visit Hazen throughout the school year. On-Campus Visits Colleges welcome the opportunity to show perspective students their campus. Contact the college Admissions Office to schedule a tour. Try to go when classes are in session (Oct. 8th, Nov. 12th, Mid-Winter Break) National College Fair at the Seattle Convention Center: Nov. 14 - 15

    7. Navigating the Admissions process Western Washington University http://www.wwu.edu/ WWU 2010 Freshman Profile: Average ACT: 25 Average SAT (50% range): 1560 – 1840 Middle 50% range GPA: 3.35 – 3.8 Holistic Review

    8. WWU Essay prompts Short Essay Questions Beyond your academics and involvement, your essay response(s) will help us get to know more about you. 1. Briefly describe one of the following: • An experience that has shaped who you are • Your dream job • A goal you hope to accomplish in your lifetime Optional: 2. Briefly describe what makes Western Washington University a good match for your interests. 3. Briefly describe any academic hurdles, personal challenges, or special circumstances that will help the Admissions Committee understand your academic record.

    9. Admissions: Beyond Academics Colleges want to learn . . . What makes you interesting and unique? What adversity have you overcome? What are you passionate about? Colleges want diversity!

    10. Application timeline Oct/Nov: SAT/ACT fall testing Oct/Nov: Request recommendation letters (Common App.) Dec: Complete college applications (Dec 15th) Jan 1st: Complete the FAFSA Feb: Work on Scholarships Mar: Schools mail out acceptance letters Apr: Decide on your school & arrange housing May/June: Work with your school on your financial aid package

    11. The SAT Register online at: www.collegeboard.com 3 Parts: Critical Reading, Math, and Writing Upcoming Test Dates: Nov. 6th – Register no later than Oct. 8th Dec. 4th – Register no later than Nov. 5th

    12. The ACT Register online at: www.act.org 5 Parts: English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing Upcoming Test Dates: Dec. 11th – Register no later than Nov. 5th

    13. Money, Money, Money

    14. Financial Aid File your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) after January 1st. Apply online at: www.fafsa.ed.gov File early! More aid is available earlier in the year. Many schools have a priority deadline of Feb. 15th

    15. Money, Money, Money Renton School District College Fair and “Money Maze” (help with the financial aid process) At Renton High School, Wednesday, Oct. 27th College Fair 5-7 p.m. in the Commons Money Maze 7-9 p.m. in the Auditorium

    16. Benefits of a Community College Annual tuition at Bellevue College for 2010-2011: $3,165 (full-time, 3 quarters) Want smaller classes? Interested in a specialized degree? (nursing, computer programming, aviation, etc.) Don’t have the core classes needed for a four-year university – or the GPA?

    17. Technical Colleges Excellent for pursuing a vocation immediately out of high school Make a visit to the programs you’re interested in Apply for programs early Just about every program this year had a waitlist

    18. 1. Visit websites and look under “Admissions” or “Prospective students”. 2. Find out what is required – application fee? Transcript? Compass test? Usually you will complete the application, pay the fee, take a Compass test, then register for classes. No SAT or ACT is required. 3. Submit application and fee, then schedule Compass test. You’re ready to register! Community and technical colleges – how to apply:

    19. Thank you! The Senior Survival Guide is on the Hazen Website/ Career Center Page: www.renton.wednet.edu/hazen/careercenter.html ProjectOpportunity.net (Independent Colleges of Washington) CheckOutACollege.com (Community and Technical College resources) TheWashBoard.org (Washington state scholarship clearinghouse).

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