1. Grad Class Information

2. Reminders
Check grad list for correct spelling of your name or omission of name
Are you enrolled in correspondence?
You must mail your final transcripts to the school you will be attending (grad folder)
If you accept a scholarship and would like us to announce it at graduation please notify us at Student Services – see Morgan

3. Reminders
If you do receive an award don’t forget to send a thank-you to the scholarship sponsor
After you have attended college/university for a semester check for scholarships at your school
Studying outside of NS? – You need to contact MSI for continuing health insurance.
Today: Grad Destination Form

4. After Grade 12 – Work? Social Insurance #
Resume (use my blueprint or word processor)
References

5. After Grade 12 – Gap Year?
Travel (passport, travel/work visa, financing)
Volunteering (do the research)
Au Pair
Academic upgrading – NSCC, University, Correspondence, Night School, Part-time study

6. After Grade 12 – College?
Diplomas or Certificates – one or two year programs
Generally have COOP placements or internships
NSCC, NBCC, Ontario Colleges (OCAS), numerous colleges across Canada

7. After Grade 12 – University?
4 year Undergraduate (Bachelor) Degree (BA, BSc, BComm, BEng, etc)
Majors, minors, concentration
COOP
Minimum acceptance average vs application average (check)
Can transfer some credits and switch degrees
Scholarship decisions and entrance to limited programs will be based on grade 11 marks (predictors) and first semester marks this year

8. Visiting Institutions
Many institutions visit our school for presentations; most during the lunch hour.
All institutions offer campus visits/tours. It is highly recommended that students visit before making their final decision on a school.
Open houses, campus tours, test drives

9. Do the Research
Costs (travel, tuition, textbooks, supplies, residence/apartment, etc)
Employability in the field
Campus activities and/or work opportunities
Class size for first year classes
Supports available
Talk to current/former students
DEADLINES (Admission, scholarship, residence, etc.)

10. Application Process Online Order transcripts from Student Services
NSCC – Apply NOW!

11. Career/Life Planning What is My Blueprint? How do you use it?
Myblueprint.ca/chignecto
Activation Code is cobequid

12. Other Career Exploration Sites
NSCC Career in Gear (sign up)
Careers Nova Scotia
School Finder

13. Ontario Schools Ontario Universities:
Central Application $Fee for first three; $ for each additional school; plus supplementary fees ranging from $60 (Carleton University) to $90 (U of T)
Send transcripts directly to the institution/s (request them from our guidance office)
Ontario Colleges:
Central Application
$95

14. U.S.A. Schools
SAT/ACT has all pertinent information and registration
$81+ US fee
SAT Registration: Where to write:
NNEC New Glasgow

15. Private Post Secondary Institutions
Examples:
Centre for Arts and Technology
Hair Design Centre
Atlantic Flight Attendant Academy Limited
Canadian College of Massage Hydrotherapy
Carpenter Millwright Trades College (CMTC) Inc.
ICT ® Northumberland College
Maritime School of Paramedicine
Nova Scotia College of Early Childhood Education Society
Nova Scotia Firefighters School
Ravensberg College

16. Admission Deadlines Always check individual schools and programs
NSCC – Apply NOW (check program openings on website). If you applied in your grade 11 year, you must send them a transcript by Sept. 30th.

17. How Do I Finance my Education?
Register with on-line scholarship/awards search sites.
Check with parents’ employment /union, students’ employers and community organizations if you are involved (i.e. Boys and Girls Club,Church, cadets, scouts, guides….).
Listen for announcements and check the CEC website
Scholarship, bursary and award opportunities are available in Student Services
Visit from NS Student Assistance April 11, 2016 at 9am in AV Room

18. Entrance Awards
Check univeristy or college website for named entrance awards (and deadline dates!). Some require a separate application.

19. CEC School-Based Awards/Prizes
Most are sponsored by community groups such as the Freemasons, Lion’s Club, political parties, etc.
Different criteria: financial need, disability, post-secondary program or institution, where you live, political ridings, extra-curricular involvement.
CEC Scholarships

20. NSCC
NSCC Programs
If you have a seat, send a current transcript before September 30th.

21. $$$$$
Student Line of Credit:
Secured through bank- Draw only what funds you need (interest starts the moment you take the money out)
Student Loan:
(Interest starts 6 months after you graduate)

22. Student Loans
Applications for September 2017 will be available on-line June, 2016.

23. Financial Awareness http://www.canlearn.ca Make a budget
Be careful of credit card use
Select cell phone packages carefully
Go to university or college website for tips on surviving your first year!

24. Visiting Institutions
Many institutions visit our school for presentations; most during the lunch hour.
All institutions offer campus visits/tours. It is highly recommended that students visit before making their final decision on a school.
Open houses, campus tours, test drives

25. Tips for Post-Secondary Success
Access Student Services for Academic Support (Learning Centres, Writing Centres, Tutorials)
Health Centres – for Physical, Mental Health Support
Attend New Student Info Sessions during Frosh Week…you can win prizes and meet new friends

26. Questions?
Please see us in Student Services if you have further questions.