University System of Georgia 2012 PROBE Counselor Workshops Sarah Wenham Director of Student Access

Presidential Appointments Dr. Dorman, Georgia College and State University Dr. Burns, Gordon College Dr. Dozier, Savannah State University Dr. McKinney, Valdosta State University Presidential Appointments Dr. Dorman, Georgia College and State University Dr. Burns, Gordon College Dr. Dozier, Savannah State University Dr. McKinney, Valdosta State University Chancellor Huckaby

2-year institutions were granted state college status: Atlanta Metropolitan State College - Atlanta Darton State College - Albany East Georgia State College - Swainsboro Georgia Highlands College - Rome Georgia Perimeter College - Atlanta South Georgia College - Douglas These institutions: will offer targeted baccalaureate programs to meet state’s economic development needs were approved to retain their access missions Institutional Changes

Principles for Consolidation (adopted November 2011): 1. Increase opportunities to raise education attainment levels. 2. Improve accessibility, regional identity, and compatibility. 3. Avoid duplication of academic programs while optimizing access to instruction. 4. Create significant potential for economies of scale and scope. 5. Enhance regional economic development. 6. Streamline administrative services while maintaining or improving service level and quality. Institution Consolidations

University of North Georgia North Georgia College and State University Gainesville State College South Georgia State College South Georgia College Waycross College Georgia Regents University Augusta State University Georgia Health Sciences University Middle Georgia State College Macon State College Middle Georgia College What does this mean for students? Approved January 2012: Application process Admission Requirements Tuition & Fees Final Approval Planned for January 2013:

Source: “Complete College Georgia - Georgia’s Higher Education Completion Plan”

Complete College Georgia Georgia’s Higher Education Plan is a joint effort between USG and TCSG and calls for the two Systems to: Create new forms of collaboration and accountability among organizations responsible for or reliant on higher education Continue to work with GADOE to increase the number of college-ready students graduating from high school Reevaluate and envision anew the performance of completion-related aspects of higher education.

Grant implementation lead by the University System of Georgia on behalf of the Governor’s Office. Grant Partners Include: Communities in Schools of Georgia Georgia Department of Education Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education Georgia Student Finance Commission Technical College System of Georgia Provides resources for students and families.

1) 1) To increase the number of underrepresented students who graduate from Georgia high schools ready, supported and motivated to go into postsecondary education. 2) 2) To increase the number of underrepresented students enrolled and persisting in postsecondary education. 3) 3) To increase the college degree attainment of low- income adults with some college credits but no degree.

 Apply to College  Counselor Training and Tools  GACollege411  FAFSA Events  College Textbook Grants  Near Peer Program  Adult Learners Consortium  GATRACS  Military Outreach  Public Awareness Resources  Motivational Modules  Community Engagement Events  DOE Individual Graduation Plan

CACG BIG WINS!!! GAcollege411accounts have almost doubled! GAcollege411accounts have almost doubled! FAFSAs filed have almost doubled — for a 182% increase! FAFSAs filed have almost doubled — for a 182% increase! College applications through GAcollege411 online have risen 65%! College applications through GAcollege411 online have risen 65%! Public higher education enrollment has reached new records! Public higher education enrollment has reached new records! 311,442 USG students 311,442 USG students 197,059 TCSG students 197,059 TCSG students

To access students: Log onto their GAcollege411 account. Log onto their GAcollege411 account. Go to the College Planning tab Go to the College Planning tab Click on Transfer Student Planner Click on Transfer Student Planner

 College and Career Advisement Strategies for School Counselors.  High-quality, online professional learning for certified middle grade and high school counselors as well as postsecondary enrollment professionals.  Modules cost $100 (refunded once course is successfully completed)  For more information, please visit cess.html cess.html

 The Motivational Modules, are a comprehensive resource containing critical messages that schools and communities can instill in the minds of the students and parents regarding the accessibility and importance of college and careers.  The underlying message of the modules is that college is desirable and obtainable to any student to obtain a better quality of life…but you have to go after it yourself.  For more information and training on how to use the modules

Book Grants to dual enrollment students in Early College, Move on When Ready, and GED Dual Enrollment programs are available to fund college textbook costs not covered through Georgia’s dual enrollment funding. Schools with low income students currently enrolled in these programs can contact the appropriate program directors: Early College – Dawn Cooper Hope Grant/MOWR – Sheila Caldwell GED Dual Enrollment – Carla DeBose for more

A button is provided to every senior who. participates in an Apply to College event.

Provided to high school faculty and staff to encourage discussions about college. Buttons complement College Spirit Day activity found in the Site Coordinator Handbook

Each participating school receives a 6’ or 10’ banner.

Multiple copies provided to all schools to help advertise the GAC event, and generate school excitement.

o Board of Regents sets admission standards: o Required high school curriculum o Test scores and placement testing o Freshman index o GPA o Lawful presence o USG colleges and may set higher admission standards than the System minimum requirements.

 4 mathematics  4 English  4 science (effective 2012 grads)  3 social science  2 units of the same foreign language or 2 units of American Sign Language BOR Policy and ASAH 3.2.3

Accessed from the Math FAQs in the Staying on Course document

Students must have minimum SAT or ACT scores for admission to research, regional and state universities: SAT 430 CR And 400 Math ACT 17 English And 17 Math

Require minimum test scores and Freshman Index Require placement testing

State and Two- Year Test Score Requirements

Placing in Learning Support COMPASS Reading: COMPASS English: COMPASS Math: Students who test below the minimum for placement into LS in any area are not eligible for admission. Collegiate Level COMPASS Reading: 74+ COMPASS English: 60+ COMPASS Math: 37+ Students who test into all 3 areas of LS are not eligible for admission.

Students who submit SAT/ACT test scores sufficient to exempt learning support are exempt from placement testing. SAT – 430 Critical Reading/400 Math ACT – 17 English/17 Math HSGT-ELA results can be used to exempt learning support placement testing (minimum score of 235) – be sure you send a student’s test results on the transcript to avoid unnecessary LS testing and placement!

Test ScoresMinimum combined SAT CR/Math of 970 OR Minimum ACT Composite of 20 GPAMinimum cumulative high school grade point average of 3.0 as calculated by the institution for admission purposes Curriculum RequirementsOn-track for high school graduation and completion of the USG’s RHSC Learning SupportExemption of all LS requirements Note: these are minimum requirements as outlined in BOR policy. Institutions may have additional requirements and some College Credit Now programs, such as MOWR, may have higher requirements.

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