1. WELCOME Juniors and Parents Class of 2018 4/19/2017

2. Visit East Bay’s Website
East Bay High School
Click on “Resources” tab, then
“Guidance”
Monthly Scholarship Bulletins
Bright Futures Information
Community Service Guidelines / Locations
SAT and PSAT Test Prep Resources
THIS POWERPOINT PRESENTATION

3. High School Graduation Requirements
4 credits of English Minimum 2.0 GPA
4 credits of Math (un-weighted)
3 credits of Science
3 credits of Social Studies
1 credit Hope
1 Fine Art credit (art, music, etc.)
1 credit Online / Virtual
Electives
Total credits = 24

4. Other Requirements You MUST pass:
FL Standards Assessment (FSA) grade 10 ELA
Or comparative score on SAT or ACT
Comparitive scores changing in Fall
Current: SAT 430 EBRW OR Reading 24 / ACT Reading 19
Algebra 1 EOC
Or comparative score on PERT
Emphasize MUST pass…
Geo, Alg 2, Bio, and US Hist…you only need to take them NOT pass them, but they count as 30% of your final grade

5. College Planning

6. College Admissions Guests
4 Year Colleges
2 Year Colleges
Hillsborough Community College
Zach Davis
Hillsborough Technical College
Mara Esquia
Susan Washington
University of Alabama
Benet Bondi
Florida Atlantic University Laura Schmidt
University of Central Florida
Leah Maxwell
Bethune-Cookman University
Manicia Finch
Dontavius Seaborn
Valdosta State University
Eric Callaway
Lander University
Jacob Deluca

7. Post Secondary Options
What are my options?
4 year college or university
2 year community college
Technical college or trade school

8. College Admissions 4 year College/University

9. Are you wondering?
Where to apply?
How to apply?
When to apply?

10. Do your research College Website – “Admissions”, “Potential Students”
Visit college campuses
Website will have tour schedules
Attend admission presentation at EBHS
Do they offer your anticipated major?
It’s ok to be undecided!

11. What are your chances for acceptance?

12. 12 Public FL Universities
MINIMUM Acceptance criteria
HS GPA 2.5
Test Scores; Reading SAT 460 or ACT 19, Math SAT 460 or 19 ACT
HS Credit Requirements
4 English & 4 Math (Alg 1 or higher)
3 Social Studies & 3 Science
2 World Language & 2 Electives
SUS admissions information

13. When should I apply? Start application during summer
Send official test scores to colleges
Create list of all extra-curricular activities and honors / awards in high school
All public FL colleges / universities want you to apply EARLY! By Nov 1
* See handout

14. How do I apply? Apply online – READ APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
What’s needed for an admissions DECISION?
Online application
Application fee paid
Fee waivers available if you qualify
High school transcript 9th-11th grade
SAT/ACT scores from testing agency (SAT or ACT)

15. How does a college get your transcript?
YOU complete Transcript Request Form
Return to our Registrar in Guidance Ms. Lorenzo
Free for all transcripts sent electronically
$2.00 fee for all mailed transcripts (1st one free)
Transcripts for scholarships free
Test scores are NOT listed on your transcript
* See handout

16. How is my application evaluated?
Most important
GPA
Test Scores
High School Academic Courses (don’t slack senior year)
Secondary considerations
Honors / awards
Involvement in / out of school
Special skills / talents

17. Understanding GPA Transcript / Student Summary shows two GPA’s
District GPA – all classes, add .04 for Honors / .08 for AP / Dual Enrollment
State GPA – all classes 4.0 scale
Which do colleges use?

18. How is GPA Calculated?
A = 4 points B = 3 points C = 2 points D = 1 points F = 0 points Honors add .04 per course Dual or AP add .08 per course

19. I applied, did I get in? Varies but decision typically takes 4-8 weeks
Admission Decisions:
Accepted
Denied
Deferred
Wait List
May 1 – universal deadline to pay enrollment deposit or confirm enrollment

20. You must have a Plan B…..what’s yours?

21. Standardized Testing

22. Tests Most colleges require ACT OR SAT scores
All Juniors- SAT Mar 2017
Scores found on student College Board account
Must register online to take additional SAT tests
(keep track of login information)
SAT $45.00 (without essay)
SAT w/essay $57.00
Fee waivers available for those that qualify
RECOMMENDATION – take at least one additional SAT this year (June 3, August 26)

23. ACT Test June 10 – last test date this school year (deadline 5/5)
Registration on line at
ACT with writing $56.50
ACT w/out writing $39.50
Fee waivers for those who qualify

24. SUPER-SCORE Students benefit from taking the SAT or ACT more than once
Highest section score from all tests taken
EXAMPLE
March SAT- EBRW – Math – Total 980
June SAT - EBRW – 400 Math – 660 Total 1060
SUPER SCORE = 1120

25. Link Kahn and College Board Accounts
satpractice.org
Get personalized practice recommendations based on your PSAT and/or SAT results.
Link Kahn and College Board Accounts

26. 2 Year College Options

27. Hillsborough Community College - HCC
Open admissions policy – need high school diploma to enroll
5 campuses –South Shore campus in Ruskin
Apply anytime during senior year
Apply online at (free)
SAT / ACT scores needed for class placement NOT for admission
Will need final transcript

28. Options at HCC Attend for 1 or 2 years, transfer to university
Earn AS degree or Certificate
Many programs to choose from
Workforce Training Programs
Short term training
Gain high-tech skills
Immediate employment
AS Engineering Technology
AS Dental Hygiene
AS Nursing
AS Computer Programming
AS Digital Media
AS Criminology / Criminal Justice
Workforce – Automotive Services, Welding, Firefighting, Law Enforcement

29. HCC Early Admission Full time student at HCC senior year
Tuition and book costs covered
Minimum 3.5 unweighted GPA to qualify
All graduation requirements must be met except:
4th English credit, 4th Math credit and Economics
Application packets in Guidance
Must apply by end of school year

30. HCC Summer Dual Enrollment
Minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA to qualify
Qualifying test scores (SAT, ACT, PERT)
Can take PERT at HCC (free)
Tuition and book costs covered
Application packets in Guidance
See counselor for more information

31. Hillsborough Technical College
Certification programs last 6 months – 2 years
Four centers to choose from: Erwin, Brewster, Leary, and Aparicio - Levy
Admission – GED or high school diploma to enroll
Apply during senior year
Affordable - short training programs – earn certificate start work in field
Can use Bright Futures Gold Seal Scholarship

32. HTC Options Program Offerings
Apprenticeships
Industrial and Manufacturing Tech
Business / Marketing Mgmt
Hospitality / Human Services
Early Childhood
Health Science
Public Service
Hands on instruction with academic focus on career

33. Financial Aid & Scholarships

34. Financial Aid
Financial Aid -“Umbrella Term” various sources of revenue available for students to continue education
Loans (must be repaid)
Grants and Scholarships (do NOT need to be repaid)
Work Study
Federal Aid - Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
State Aid– Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA)

35. Bright Futures What determines eligibility for Bright Futures
Min weighted GPA in 16 course credits
Min test scores (ACT and/or SAT)
Min # community service hours
Bright Futures application = Florida Financial Aid Application
Application available on Oct 1
* See handout

36. Bright Futures Have until graduation to meet all criteria
Test scores through June, 2018 SAT / ACT test dates are accepted

37. Florida Academic Scholars (FAS)
3.5 Weighted GPA recalculated
100 Hours of Community Service
SAT Score – 1290 (EBRW & Math) OR
ACT Score – 29 (Composite)

38. Florida Medallion Scholars (FMS)
3.0 Weighted GPA recalculated
75 Hours of Community Service
SAT Score – 1170 (EBRW & Math) OR
ACT Score – 26 (Composite)

39. Gold Seal Vocational Scholars (GSV)
3.0 Weighted GPA recalculated
3.5 Weighted GPA in 3 Voc Courses (same area of concentration)
30 Hours of Community Service
SAT Score – 440 EBRW 440 Math
OR ACT Score – Eng 17, Reading 19, Math OR PERT Reading 104, Writing 99, Math 113
Only covers AS, AAS, CCC, Tech Programs

40. Gold Seal CAPE Scholars (GSC)
5 postsecondary credit hours thru CAPE industry certifications
30 Hours of Community Service

41. Community Service How to get stared?
Go to East Bay High School website
Click on the “Guidance” tab – scroll down to Community Service Information
Read the guidelines & requirements
Find a place to volunteer. Call and introduce yourself to get started
Complete a proposal and get my approval BEFORE you begin
Must show proof of verified hours to receive credit
* See handout

42. Financial Aid FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid
On-line application available beginning Oct 1 District will host many Financial Aid Nights - TBD
FFAA – FL Financial Aid Application
On-line beginning Oct 1
FFAA is Bright Futures application
* See handout

43. Scholarships Hillsborough County Scholarship Matrix
Published every month beginning Sept
Available on the East Bay website: “Resources” then “Guidance”
Will post on Edsby
Copies in Guidance and the College/Career Center
Local Scholarships- Feb/March for EBHS seniors
Local organizations donated over $300,000 in scholarship dollars this year
*See handout

44. EBHS Class of 2017 Graduates
Monifah Davis – Attending University of Central Florida, Florida Medallion Scholar Nailah Owens – Attending Florida State University, Florida Academic Scholar

45. What to ask yourself now
Do I know where I want to apply?
Have I done my research?
What is the likelihood I will be accepted?
Based on my academic performance to date
What is my back up plan?
Am I on the same page as my parents?
Is there money set aside for college?

46. Class of 2018 Summer Checklist
Start College Applications
SAT and ACT Test Prep
Register for SAT / ACT
Create resume with list of honors awards and extra curricular activities
Volunteer