1. 11th Grade Post-High School Planning Unit Part 2 Class of 2019
Paul
Steve Guthoff
A -K
Jack McCurdy
L-Z

2. Topics for today…
Review of the Post-High School Planning Unit, Part One.
Where you should be in the planning process as of now
What you can do between now and the Fall of your senior year
What you must wait to do until school starts in the Fall
Distribution of College Planning Guide
Paul

3. The College Planning Book
Everything that anyone could ever want to know about anything related to applying to college or pursuing other post-high school opportunities is in the College Planning Guide!
Read it before you us :)
Paul

4. Review of Post-High School Planning Unit – Part 1
Topics Covered:
Possibilities & Pathways
Testing & Timelines
Career Cruising
College Searches
College visits
Scholarships and Student Aid
Paul
Review your handouts from the Fall. That presentation is also available on the High School webpage. Go to “Counseling,” then “College Planning.”

5. Where should you be now?
SAT/ACT completed or registered for the May/June test
Interest inventory completed
College search well under way – have a list of schools of interest (Reach, Fit, Safety)
College visits…..hopefully started – continue this summer
Scheduled meaningful courses for next year….ones that will help you explore and gain information about your interests, and meet college admission requirements
Meet with your counselor ☺
Bethany

6. SAT/ACT completed or scheduled
Some schools advise you to take both tests.
The only SAT date left this year without late registration is June 2nd. The registration deadline is May 3rd!
The only date left without late registration for the ACT is June 10th. The registration deadline is May 5th! This is not administered in State College.
You can also take them in Fall of 2018.
SAT subject tests….check to see if the schools you are applying to want these.
SAT registration at collegeboard.org
ACT registration at actstudent.org
Bethany

7. College Search Well Under Way
Choosing a college is a big decision. Remember, there is more than 1 “perfect” school out there.
Have you done a college search? You should have a list of schools of interest at this point (3-5+).
Reach - Fit - Safety
Explore college websites and contact Admissions Representatives
collegeboard.org
Career Cruising (link on SCAHS website under ”Resources” tab on top, “Students” tab left column).
Bethany

8. Matching Admissions Standards to Your Profile
As part of the college search, you should compare your academic and personal qualifications to those of students typically admitted to schools where you want to apply.
Check out sites like College Board, Career Cruising, and the college’s own admission page.
Bethany

9. PSU Admissions 2017 Stats

10. Selecting an Institution - Is it a good match for you?
Admission Requirements
Size
Location/Proximity
Environment
Facilities
Availability of major
Cost
Academics
Class Size
Activities
Sports
Diversity
Paul

11. College Board “Big Future”

12. Majors
Don’t stress :)
Select a major that is congruent with your strengths and interests!
If you’re undecided, relax and pick an academically balanced institution that offers a range of majors and programs.
Students are typically not required to select a major until the spring semester of their 2nd year, except in some direct enrollment majors.
Paul

13. Interest Inventory Not sure what you want to study in college?
Why do you want to go to college?
Have you completed an interest inventory and seen your counselor?
Career Cruising
Paul

14. College Visits and Interviews (Pages 21-22)
A visit gives you the chance to talk with students, faculty, financial aid and admissions officers.
You may be spending years of your life at a University - you must visit before deciding to make this investment.
Start with college websites and virtual tours - campustours.com is a good site.
Schedule a visit!
Paul

15. Summer College Visits
Most colleges have summer tours and informational programs that you can attend as a rising senior
(i.e. PSU “Spend a Summer Day”)
Get out there and explore!
Paul

16. What To Do Now?
Go through your College Planning Booklet cover to cover.
Sign up for the SAT, ACT and subject tests if applicable.
Continue to look at colleges and do more college visits. Start narrowing your choices down.
Research scholarships and learn about the financial aid process (pages 25-32).
Bethany

17. NEW PSU INFORMATION!

18. NCAA Eligibility Center Registration
During May of junior year, register at: and complete the NCAA Amateurism Questionnaire (remember your login information). Look under “Resources.”
In the Counseling Office, request that your final junior transcript be sent to the NCAA. (Note: If you attended more than one high school, send a transcript from each school attended).
Every time you register for the SAT or ACT, be sure to include the NCAA Eligibility Center Code (9999) as a score recipient.
Bethany

19. NCAA Eligibility Requirements
NCAA recalculates your GPA based on your 16 “Core Courses” - English, Math, Science, Social Studies, World Language.
Only NCAA approved courses count (college prep level).
Note: Not all college prep level courses are labeled “CP.”
List of State High approved courses is on the Eligibility Center website.
A sliding scale with core GPA and SAT/ACT scores is used to calculate initial eligibility.
Refer to pages in College Planning booklet.
Bethany

20. Military Academies/ROTC
Page 40 & 41 reviews the information for applying to Military Academies as well as ROTC.
Academy applicants: You need to request a nomination letter from Congressman Glenn Thompson ASAP. There is a limit to how many nominations he will make to the Military Academies. His contact information is on page 40.
Make note of all deadlines when you begin the application process.
Bethany

21. Common Application
The “Common App” is a common, standardized application form used by over 700 public and private member institutions.
The application is filled out once online and then submitted separately to each of the schools you apply to.
You can start the process this summer by checking to see what this year’s essay questions are and begin working on them – go to: appening/application-updates/ common- application-essay-prompts
The application process for your graduating class will open up on August 1, 2018.
Paul

22. Other Shared Applications
Send.edu
The Coalition
More to come on these systems
next fall…
Paul

23. Looking Ahead – Things To Do In The Fall
Senior College Unit - We will be meeting with you in September to give you clear directions about applying to colleges.
We will not process any applications or take transcript requests the first two weeks of school.
If you would like to access further information prior to our September presentation please visit the SCAHS Counseling webpage at
Finish your 20 hours of community service!
Read the College Planning Guide Booklet!!! :)
Paul

24. Mrs. Wolanski and Mrs. Dodson
Counseling Support Staff
The most important people in your 12th grade lives!
Bethany
Mrs. Wolanski and Mrs. Dodson

25. Remember, all things remain possible!
Take a Booklet!
Any Questions?
Bethany