College/Post Secondary Planning for Juniors Home of the Cheetahs!

College/Post Secondary Planning for Juniors What can be done Now… What can be done Later… What can be done your Senior Year…

Review your academic status •What is your current GPA? •Are you on track to graduate? •Do you know what classes are needed to graduate? •Are you taking the necessary courses for admission purposes?

Have you met the PARCC requirement?

Examine your college options Types of Degrees • Bachelor’s degree Four year colleges/universities • Associate Degree Community colleges Option to transfer to a 4 year school • Technical /Career Colleges Specific program degrees (Make sure credits will transfer if you choose to switch programs)

Find the right fit! • Major • Size of School • Location • Chances of being accepted • Cost & Potential Debt GOAL: Have a list of colleges ready by june! -Use collegeboard to search!

Register for the ACT ACT testing is held at various sites Testing Dates (Saturdays) December 8, 2018 (deadline November 2) February 9, 2019 (deadline January 11) April 13, 2019 (Deadline March 8) June 8, 2019 (deadline May 3) • Act cost: $50.50 or $67.00 (for plus writing) •students receiving free/reduced lunch may be eligible for fee waivers Go to ACTstudent.org to register for the ACT

Register for the Sat Tests SAT testing is held at various sites Testing Dates (Saturdays) -December 1, 2018 (deadline November 2) -May 4, 2019 (deadline April 5) -March 9, 2019 (deadline February 8) -June 1, 2019 (deadline May 3) ***Subject tests are NOT offered in March. Students should consult with their prospective colleges to see if subject tests are required SAT test cost: $47.50 0r $64.50 with essay Go to collegeboard.org to register ***Students receiving free/reduced lunch may be eligible for fee waivers

Expand your Involvement

College Visits Preferably while school is in session • Visit the campus Preferably while school is in session • Attend a class • Take part in a campus preview day/Open house • Talk with students, professors, etc. • What does the campus feel like? • Make a Pros and Cons List

Questions for Admissions Officers • Specific entrance requirements? • Size of classes? • Is work study available? • How easy is it to change majors? • Do you have study abroad programs? • Ask about scholarships/financial aid

Attend a College Fair Spring 2019 FaLL 2019 • Washington Township High School Fair Typically held in April FaLL 2019 • Gloucester County Professional counselors association fair Typically held in October

Financial Considerations Submit a FAFSA® Earlier:  The FAFSA form is available on Oct. 1 for the next school year. Some schools have FAFSA filing deadlines that students must adhere to. -fafsa will be completed in students’ senior year Use Earlier Income Information: students will report income information from an earlier tax year (the prior-prior tax year).

Examine Net Price Calculators • As of November 2011, colleges and universities were required to provide a Net Price Calculator on their websites. • Net Price Calculators were mandated by the U.S. Government to provide families with a ‘Good Faith’ estimate of what the ‘COA’ would be for students. • Net Price Calculators now allow families to ‘shop’ for a financial fit.

College Application Options • Early decision---BINDING! • Early action • Regular decision • Rolling admissions GCIT School Code 311371

Search for college scholarships Go to gcit.org Click “Guidance”button under the picture National databases Local organizations Parents’ employers www.fastweb.com

Playing Sports in college- ncaa Division I Requirements Visit www.eligibilitycenter.org for complete information and how to register for the clearinghouse

Playing Sports in college- ncaa Division II Requirements Visit www.eligibilitycenter.org for complete information and how to register for the clearinghouse

What Is a Structured Learning Experience (SLE)? Structured learning experiences (SLEs) are paid or unpaid, co- curricular, structured, supervised work-based learning experiences designed to assist students who are at least 16 years old to: Clarify career goals; Explore career possibilities; Develop entry-level job skills; Develop employability skills; and Make the transition between high school and employment and/or further education and training.

What is an Apprenticeship? An Apprenticeship is learning a skilled trade through on-the-job training and related technical classes. Students are required to take a minimum of 144 hours of classroom instruction per year and complete 2,000 hours of on-the-job training per year. Classes provide a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience.   Apprenticeship programs help companies recruit, develop and retain a highly-skilled workforce for the jobs they need filled. When individuals successfully complete a registered Apprenticeship program, they receive a national credential that is recognized anywhere in the industry. Apprentices earn progressively higher wages as their skills develop.

11th Grade Recap • Research college options • Consider SAT/ACT testing this Spring • Visit college campuses *Note attendance policy in Parent/Student Handbook • Expand your involvement • Examine Net Price Calculators

12th Grade Recap • Work on your college essay • Complete your college application(s) • File the FAFSA for financial aid • Search for scholarships • Stay involved at GCIT • Pause from time to time! Graduation is just around the corner…

Collegiate High School www.rcgc.edu/gcit

Collegiate High School What is it? Seniors have opportunity to spend senior year at RCGC 3 different Options for Senior Year High School Requirements Senior English & Phys Ed (at RCGC free of charge) Career Themed (at GCIT) Art Elective and/or Personal Finance Testing Requirements Accuplacer, SAT, ACT or PARCC

Collegiate High School Approximate Cost – HSOP 65% discount (books not included) 3 credit course - $156.45 4 credit course - $ 208.60 4 credit Lab Science - $493.60 Degree/Courses Obtaining a degree is possible Based off of future educational goals (meaningful courses vs. degree) Registration will be individualized for each student

Collegiate High School Student Conduct GCIT RCGC – parent and student signatures at time of registration Parking/Transportation Approved parking spots at college Shuttle from GCIT INFORMATION SESSIONS AT THE COLLEGE – Early Second Semester