UNDERSTANDING THE COLLEGE SEARCH & APPLICATION PROCESS

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UNDERSTANDING THE COLLEGE SEARCH & APPLICATION PROCESS

YOU HAVE 4,000+ COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE OPTIONS IN THE U.S. ALONE

Choosing the Right College for You There’s no magic formula for choosing a college, but there are factors to consider on your journey to finding the right college fit for YOU.

Some Questions to Consider Major? Level of degree? Costs? Distance from home? Location? Size of school? Extracurriculars and other activities? Learning environment?

Building and Narrowing Your List Go to college fairs Attend college visits at your high school Get advice from high school counselors/post-grad coordinators Explore online Naviance Family Connection College Confidential College websites College Board Visit campuses Keep an open mind when building your list!

Upcoming College Fairs Denver Fall College Fair: September 24, 1:00-4:00 @ Denver Mart Greater Denver College Fair: September 30, 10:00-12:00 @ Mountain Vista High School CVHS College Fair: September 28, 9:00-10:00 Adventist Colleges and Universities: September 17-18 @ various locations and times

FAQs When should I start applying? How many colleges should I apply to? What is the Common App? Coalition App? Should I apply to colleges if my grades and test scores are below a school’s preferred ranges? Should I apply to colleges that may appear out of my family’s price range?

Anatomy of a College Application Application Forms Application Fees High School Transcript ACT or SAT Test Scores Letters of Recommendation Essays Auditions and Portfolios Interviews

Tips for Preparing Your College Application Get organized Start early Be consistent Be careful...proofread and check for accuracy Keep counselors in the loop Confirm the people who will write your letters of recommendation

Paying for College

More than 6 out of 10 college students receive financial aid. Did You Know? More than $185 billion in financial assistance is available to help students afford college. The average student received a little over $13,200 last year to help pay for college. More than 6 out of 10 college students receive financial aid. Source: The College Board

Scholarships & Financial Aid 101 Source: The College Board

Focus on Net Price   Source: The College Board

Estimating Your College Costs Five main categories of expenses Tuition and Fees Room and Board Books and Supplies Personal Expenses Transportation Early estimate: Net Price Calculator

Types of Financial Assistance Four main types of financial assistance Scholarships Grants Loans Work-Study Programs Scholarships and Financial Aid - separate departments Each college has its own financial aid and scholarship policies and deadlines

Scholarships & Financial Aid 101 Maximize Loans Minimize

Types of Scholarships Internal External Scholarships offered by the university, individual colleges and departments, National Alumni Association External Awarded by organizations other than the university Businesses or corporations Military Civic and social clubs Churches or other religious organizations Individuals

Sources of Scholarships Think outside the box!

Scholarship Resources University guides or websites Scholarship search sites Scholarships.com, Collegeboard.com, Unigo.com, Raise.me, Finaid.org, Scholarships for Students with Health Conditions, DoSomething.org plus many more! Scholarship databases Naviance, High school counselors and Post-grad coordinators Community Organizations/Employers/Churches Military Service

Financial Aid Amount awarded is generally determined by level of financial need Financial need = Cost of Attendance (COA) minus Expected Family Contribution (EFC) Awarded in the form of loans, grants and/or work-study

FAFSA PROCESS Step 1: Find deadlines and application requirements at fafsa.ed.gov Step 2: Complete the FAFSA as soon as possible after October 1. Step 3: Wait! Most financial aid offers will not be mailed until spring. Step 4: Compare financial aid offers and determine out-of-pocket costs. Step 5: Accept the aid you want. You do not have to accept the full amount offered.

Financial Aid Resources www.fafsa.ed.gov www.finaid.org Collegeboard.com University website/Financial Aid office

Other Considerations Alternative and Private (non-federal) Education Loans Not tied to FAFSA Option for students who are ineligible for federal loans or need more funds than federal programs can provide Interest-based loans Loan terms and eligibility vary widely Student Jobs AP/IB Credits

Applying for Financial Assistance Know the deadlines – NOT FLEXIBLE! Scholarship deadlines FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid The FAFSA goes online October 1st and will use PPY tax info Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (IRS DRT) to update your FAFSA with IRS tax return information Start your research early Read eligibility requirements carefully Stay organized Keep copies of everything Watch out for SCAMS!

What Should I Be Doing Now? Continue to take the ACT and/or SAT Discuss senior year class schedule with counselor Attend college fairs and high school visits Visit your top college picks Keep updating your resume Confirm who will write your letters of recommendation Senior year attendance, grades and leadership still count! Research scholarships Start preparing information for your FAFSA

And Finally…. You are not in this alone! College admission representatives, post-grad coordinators, high school counselors, administration and teachers are available to help. Just ask….we’re here to help you navigate the college selection and application process and provide you with the information you need to make the right decision for your future.

Q&A Session