College Information Night

1. College Information Night Big Walnut High School September 24, 2007

2. Program objective and agenda The transition between high school and post secondary education can be both an exciting and confusing time, to help you navigate this course, we have prepared the following agenda: Ohio Colleges & Universities Choosing a College Admissions Procedures Scholarships Financial Aid Question & Answer Period

3. Ohio Colleges88 accredited college choices • 23 Community Colleges: www.techprepohio.org www.ohiocc.org • 52 Private Colleges: www.aicuo.edu e-counselor • 13 Ohio Public Schools: www.OPUAC.org

4. Community and Technical Colleges

5. Two-year CampusesThere are 23 Community & Technical Colleges Ohio 5

6. What kinds of programs do 2 Year Colleges offer? Credit and non-credit courses, certificate programs, associate degrees, some bachelor’s degrees offered on campuses Career and Technical degrees in Business, Engineering, Health, Human/Public Services (including customized degree options) Prepares graduates for immediate employment; transfer options available for many programs Arts and Sciences (general ed/transfer) degrees 6

7. Primary Reasons Students Choose 2 Year Colleges Affordability Accessibility Employability Transferability 7

8. AffordabilityStudents can save an average of $5,522 per year by attending a community or technical college. 8

9. AccessibilityUnderstanding Open Admissions Generally accept all students who apply (there may be specific admission criteria, documentation, and/or processes for certain categories of students, e.g., international/ESL, PSEO) Some programs have additional admissions criteria that must be met Still need to meet prerequisites May need to complete developmental education courses (often identified through placement testing) 9

10. 87% of 2005 Ohio associate degree graduates were employed within Ohio or attending college within the state six months after their graduation. Employability 10

11. Transferability • Most community college coursework transfers to Ohio’s public universities. • Students transferring from 2-year colleges are successful – earning similar GPA’s to students beginning at a 4-year institution.

12. Associate Degree PreferredA great resource for students!www.ohiocc.org 23 technical & community colleges Career and transfer programs Majors, degrees and certificates Admissions and financial aid contacts & information Tuition & fees PSEO requirements & deadlines 12

13. www.ohiocc.org

14. “There are so many colleges, how do I choose?” • Majors/ Educational Programs • Type of school/ degrees offered • Admission policy • Location and size • Athletics & activities/ organizations • Support Services • Cost and financial aid Kuder Career Planning http://oh.kuder.com Search with person match (I786348RGQ) Skills Assessment (S786347RGQ) Work Values Inventory (V786349RGQ) Ohio Career Information Systems http://ocis.ode.state.oh.us User Name: BigWalnut Password: ohiocis03 (case sensitive)

15. Research Research Research college rep visits, college fairs, internet searches, catalog reviews, talk to friends, alumni, visit campuses neighbors, etc. Narrow your list to 3-6 top favorites “I know what I’m looking for, now what?”

16. Application Procedures • Obtain application (s)/ most colleges have applications online • Stay organized • Start early • Read instructions thoroughly, CHECK FOR ERRORS • Recommendations • Personal statements

17. Terms to Know • Early Decision- process by which students make a commitment to a first-choice school where, if admitted they will enroll. • Early Action- process in which a student applies and receives a decision in advance of the school’s regular response date. Students are not obligated to accept. • Regular Decision- students apply by a specified date and receive a response within a reasonable and clearly defined period of time. • Rolling Admissions- process in which a college reviews applications as they are received and gives decisions to students throughout the entire time period. • Open Admissions- policy in which a college accepts all high school graduates regardless of grades and standardized test scores.

18. Where is the Class of 2007? 180 students are attending 63 schools • 64 Four-year public schools 38 to OSU (main campus & branches) 7 to Ohio University • 48 Four- year private schools 12 to Otterbein College 3 to Ashland University 3 to Wittenberg College • 54 Two- year schools • 15 Out of state

19. Junior and Senior Year October Timeline • Interims will be passed out on Friday, September 28 • Sign up to take the November 3 SAT by October 2 • ZAPS ACT preparation course October 3 and 4, 6:30-9:00 p.m. • Take the SAT test Saturday, October 6- offered at Big Walnut • Oct. 17 and Oct. 18 Parent-Teacher conferences 4:00-7:30 pm call 965-3766 for an appointment • Finish Early Decision Applications • October 17 Juniors and Sophomores take the PSAT test • Check the scholarship book in guidance every few weeks for new scholarships • Fill out college applications, turn in to counselor when completed; if you complete the application online ask your counselor to send a transcript • Seniors and Juniors if needed, take the OGT tests week of Oct. 22 • End of 1st nine weeks Friday, October 26 • Take the ACT test on Saturday, October 27- offered at Big Walnut • Sign up to take the December 1 SAT by October 30

20. Scholarships received by the Class of 2007 • 67 students received scholarships $ 402, 155 scholarship money for 2007-08 $1,355,570 four-year renewable scholarship money • 39 students received scholarship money from their for the 2007-2008 school year. It was a total of $289,190 ( a total of 71% scholarship money from college) • Main local scholarships BW Ed Found. 47 students $88,000 Northstar 5- $1500 $ 7,500 Sunbury Galena Rotary 5- $1000 $ 5,000 Lions Club 5- $1000 $ 5,000 Gooding 10/ year $40,000 Ohio Academic 3- $2,205 $ 6,615 Byrd Scholarship 2- $1,500 $ 3,000

21. SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION • Scholarship Books: • Scholarships 2007-2008 • College specific scholarships • Other Sources: • Colleges are the largest scholarship source • Libraries • Scholarship searches on the internet: www.fastweb.comwww.finaid.org www.scholarships.comwww.wiredscholar.com www.collegeboard.comwww.studentaid.ed.gov

22. Resume’ Preparation High School Resume of: Eric Eagle High School: Big Walnut High School (Public) 555 S. Old 3C Hwy. Sunbury, OH 43074 Graduation Date: June 2005 GPA: 3.588 (4-point system) Class Rank: 10 out of 199 (Top 10%) ACT: Avg. 26 SAT: 530/610 Clubs/Awards 9th GRADE: Honor Roll, Spanish Club, Ohio Capital Conference Scholar Athlete, Big Walnut JV and Varsity Soccer Team, District runner-up ,NCSL Soccer Club Team, Galena United Methodist Church Youth Group President, Boy Scouts (Star Rank), Big Walnut High School Band. 10th GRADE: Honor Roll, Spanish Club, Spanish Honor Society, Ohio Capital Conference Scholar Athlete, Big Walnut Varsity Soccer Team, Delaware Soccer Club Team, Youth for Understanding International Exchange Student (Life Rank/Sr. Patrol Leader) 11th GRADE: Honor Roll, Spanish Club, Spanish Honor Society, Who’s Who Honoree, Buckeye Boys Leadership Participant (Alternate), Ohio Capital Conference Scholar Athlete, Big Walnut Varsity Soccer Team, Second Team All OCC, Coach’s Award, Selected for National Honor Society, D.C. United Club Soccer Team. 12th GRADE: National Honor Society, President of Business Professionals of America Chapter at Delaware Career Center South Campus, Big Walnut Varsity Soccer Team, Ohio Capital Conference Soccer Champions, District Semi-finalists, Big Walnut Scholar Athlete, Second Team All OCC, D.C. United Club Soccer Team. Work Experience: 1995-Present- Referee for Delaware Soccer • - Grounds keeper/painter for Delwood • - Technician/rover for ATD Repair Shop • - Grounds keeper for Galena UMC

23. SIGNS THAT YOUR SCHOLARSHIP IS $UNK 6 1. “THE SCHOLARSHIP IS GUARANTEED OR YOUR MONEY BACK.” NO ONE CAN GUARANTEE THAT THEY’LL GET YOU A GRANT OR SCHOLARSHIP. REFUND GUARANTEES OFTEN HAVE CONDITIONS OR STRINGS ATTACHED. GET REFUND POLICIES IN WRITING— BEFORE YOU PAY. 2. “YOU CAN’T GET THIS INFORMATION ANYWHERE ELSE.” THERE ARE MANY FREE LISTS OF SCHOLARSHIPS. CHECK WITH YOUR SCHOOL OR LIBRARY BEFORE YOU DECIDE TO PAY SOMEONE TO DO THE WORK FOR YOU. 3. “MAY I HAVE YOUR CREDIT CARD OR BANK ACCOUNT NUMBER TO HOLD THIS SCHOLARSHIP?” DON’T GIVE OUT YOUR CREDIT CARD OR BANK ACCOUNT NUMBER ON THE PHONE WITHOUT GETTING INFORMATION IN WRITING FIRST. IT MAY BE A SET-UP FOR AN UNAUTHORIZED WITHDRAWAL. 4. “WE’LL DO ALLTHE WORK.” DON’T BE FOOLED. THERE’S NO WAY AROUND IT. YOU MUST APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS OR GRANTS YOURSELF. 5. THE SCHOLARSHIP WILL COST SOME MONEY. DON’T PAY ANYONE WHO CLAIMS TO BE “HOLDING” A SCHOLARSHIP OR GRANT FOR YOU. FREE MONEY SHOULDN’T COST A THING. 6. “YOU’VE BEEN SELECTED” BY A “NATIONAL FOUNDATION’ TO RECEIVE A SCHOLARSHIP, OR “YOU’RE A FINALIST” IN A CONTEST YOU NEVER ENTERED. BEFORE YOU SEND MONEY TO APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP, CHECK IT OUT. MAKE SURE THE FOUNDATION OR PROGRAM IS LEGITIMATE. NEED MONEY FOR COLLEGE? CHECK WITH YOUR SCHOOL GUIDANCE COUNSELOR OR LOCAL LIBRARIAN FOR FREE INFORMATION ABOUT CURRENT SCHOLSHIPS. BEFORE YOU PAY SOMEONE FOR THE SAME OR SIMILAR—SCHOLARSHIP LISTS. TO FIND OUT HOW TO SPOT, STOP AND REPORT A SCAM. CONTACT THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION TOLL FREE I-877-FTC-HELP OR AT WWW.FTC.GOV.

24. Financial Aid Is… • Monies received by the student from various sources that assist the family in allowing the student to attend college. • 2 Types: Grants and Scholarships (Gift Aid) Loans and Employment (Self-help Aid) • The Goal: To meet the family financial NEED As determined by the federal government through the FAFSA application. • Family Need: COA (cost of attendance) EFC (expected family contribution) NEED

25. The Process • Prepare • Apply • Follow-up

26. A) Prepare Step 1- PIN PIN PIN PIN Personal Identification Number Apply NOW Parent And Student www.pin.ed.gov

27. A) Prepare Step 2- Selective Service If your student is Male And 18 years of age register at: www.sss.gov

28. A) Prepare Step 3 • Complete your 2007 taxes and the students 2007 taxes or use last years taxes as an estimator. • Fill out the pre-application worksheet. (see handout) • www.studentaid.ed.gov

29. B) APPLY • FAFSA- Free Application for Federal Student Aid • New forms will be available in DECEMBER. • Financial Aid Session at BIG WALNUT TBA College Goal Sunday- February 10, 2008 • www.fafsa.ed.gov

30. C) Follow Up • Your SAR (Student Aid Report) be returned to you. This report gives you your EFC. • Colleges will provide you with a financial aid package that breaks down how your financial need will be met by their school • Work with the financial aid office at the college to make adjustments in your package. (change in financial picture, ie: a parent in college) • Do a cost comparison between schools and determine which school and package is right for you and your student. (see cost comparison work sheet) • Notify the college of choice by May 1st

31. Financial Aid Misc. Information Important Dates: • NOW – Apply for parent and student PIN. • January – Prepare taxes for FAFSA. • February 10 – College Goal Sunday. • February TBD- Big Walnut Financial Aid Meeting for assistance completing FAFSA. • February 15 is financial aid deadline for OSU and Miami University • May 1 is deadline to notify college that you will or will not be attending.

32. Financial Aid Misc. Information Terms to Know: • FAFSA – Free Application For Student Aid • EFC – Expected Family Contribution • SAR – Student Aid Report • COA - Cost Of Attendance • PIN – Personal Identification Number

33. Financial Aid Misc. Information Websites • www.pin.ed.gov • www.sss.gov • www.studentaid.ed.gov • www.fafsa.ed.gov • www.oastaa.org (resource section) • www.fafsa4caster.org • www.nasfaa.org (financial aid night power point) Extras: • $20,000 Household income for Automatic EFC= 0 • Active duty military (not training) are independent

34. Questions ?