1. Post-Secondary Planning Workshop
Junior
Post-Secondary Planning Workshop
Presented By:
BTHS Guidance

2. Class of 2018
Graduation Requirements: 130 Credits

3. Assessment Requirements for Graduation

4. Post Secondary Options
2 or 4 year College
Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS)
Technical Schools and Training Institutes
Military

5. Free ASVAB testing @ BTHS Join our ROTC program Military Academies
Meet with recruiters
Free ASVAB BTHS
Join our ROTC program
Military Academies
Scholarships

6. OCTVS
After High School Programs Cosmetology New Home Construction Practical Nursing Twilight Automotive Technology Cuisine on the Green at Atlantis

7. Ocean County College www.ocean.edu www.NJStars.net Regular Admission
2 year Associate’s Degree
Online Application
Must take the ACCUPLACER
NJ Stars
Students graduating in the top 15% of their class by the end of junior year or senior year and have a family income under $250,000 are eligible
Students must file a FAFSA to be eligible

8. 4 Year College Checklist
College Research: College Fairs, College Visits, Naviance
SATs or ACTs
AP Testing
College Decision Plans
College Applications
Transcripts
Letters of Recommendation
Deadlines

9. College Fairs
NJ National College Fair- NJ Convention & Exposition Center
Wednesday, April 26, 2017 & Thursday, April 27, 2017
Meadowlands Expo Center- Secaucus, NJ
New York National College Fair
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in NYC
March 26, 2017
Next Fall:
OCPGA College Fair
Pine Belt Arena
Toms River North High School
October 2017
Atlantic City National College Fair
Atlantic City Convention Center
November 2017

10. College Campus Visits
DECIDE WHERE AND HOW: See if you could get a group of friends together and visit the campus. A family trip is another option and allows you to involve your family in the process.
PREPARE FOR YOUR VISIT: Before you set out, get a map of the college campus and pick out places of interest. Call the college’s admission office to schedule a guided tour of the campus. Visit several colleges in the same area to compare your options.
TAKE YOUR OWN TOUR: Just wandering around the campus on your own or with friends can be the best way to get a feel for what a college is like.
EXPLORE THE FACILITIES: Find the spots on campus where students gather or ask a student where the best place to eat is to get a feel for the character of the college. Visit the library and check out the gym or theater. Ask an admission officer if you can tour a dorm and a classroom.
MAKE CONNECTIONS: Talk to current students. Ask the students at the next table or sitting nearby what they like best about the college.
TAKE NOTES : During your visit, write down some notes about your experience. What did you see that excited you? Are there aspects of the college that you don’t like? If so, what are they?
*2 excused school absences for attending a college campus visit

11. College BTHS
Sign up on Naviance for college BTHS in the Fall
Meet with an admissions counselor in a small group setting to learn more about each college
Meetings take place during the school BTHS in guidance
Colleges Tab
College Visits
Choose a College
Sign Me Up

12. How do I access Naviance?
Go directly to Or Download the APP!

13. Factors Influencing Admissions Decisions
Courses taken
Grades
Class rank
SAT or ACT scores
Personal statements and essays
Letters of Recommendation
Extracurricular activities
Interviews
Social Media

14. College Search Basics Location Size Cost Special programs Majors
Test scores and selectivity
Resources:
Naviance: Advanced College Search
Collegeboard Big Future: College Search

15. Application Plans

16. College Specific Application
College Applications
Common Application
Sent to as many schools (that accept it) as you like, and only have to fill it out once
College Specific Application
Use the application on each college’s website
Check for supplements on school website

17. ACT Registration www.actstudent.org
Standardized Testing
SAT & SAT Subject Tests Registration
ACT Registration

18. Advanced Placement Exams
A.P. exams are intensive subject matter tests given May 1 – May 12, 2017
Taken by students enrolled in A.P. courses
Students who register early March will pay a discounted fee of about $83
Students who register 10th will pay regular registration fee of about $92
Final registration is mid March
Ask for a fee waiver if eligible (must be eligible for free or reduced lunch)

19. List of courses (CP, H, AP) Class Rank GPA for each year
Transcripts
Academic Record
List of courses (CP, H, AP)
Class Rank
GPA for each year
Transcripts will be sent to colleges via Naviance upon student request

20. Letters of Recommendation
Choose 2 writers with care
Someone who knows you well
Get at least one from an academic teacher
Ask in person first!
Request via Naviance
Letters will be uploaded to Naviance and sent to colleges upon student request
Your Counselor will also write you a letter
Complete Brag Sheet for Counselors
Complete Resume

21. Essays Communicate your story Distinguish yourself from others
Who are you?
Express your interest in the major of your choice.
English teachers will help with this. Just ask ahead of time!
Common App Essay Questions will be available in August

22. NCAA Eligibility
Core Courses: Not all high school classes count as NCAA core courses. You must meet the 16 core-course requirement
GPA=2.3 or above
SAT or ACT
4x4 = 16
4 English courses (one per year) +
4 math courses (one per year) +
4 science courses (one per year) +
4 social science (and/or additional) courses (one per year) =
16 NCAA core course
Register on

23. Cost of College Grants Loans Scholarships $ FREE MONEY $
Low Interest Rate
Must be paid back
Loans
Merit or Need Based from college
BTHS Scholarships
Scholarships
Net Price
Amount that a student pays to attend an institution in a single academic year AFTER subtracting scholarships and grants the student receives.
Scholarships and grants are forms of financial aid that a student does not have to pay back.
Net Price Calculator Video

24. The End Please see your Counselor with any questions!
Check Naviance and your s often!
Sign up for Career Day next semester
Check the Guidance Website for more info
Attend Financial Aid Night next Fall at BTHS
Sign up for Alumni Networking Day next Fall