2. Welcome to Senior Year It is time to continue preparing for the next step!

3. UW System Application UW Schools use the UW System Application https://apply.wisconsin.edu/ Since most institutions have application priority dates or deadlines after which applications may no longer be considered, it is generally to your advantage to apply as early as possible after September 15 th Common Application https://www.commonapp.org https://www.commonapp.org Private Schools in Wisconsin who use the Common Application Beloit College Beloit College Carroll University Supplement Lawrence University Supplement Marquette University Supplement Northland College Ripon College St. Norbert CollegeCarroll UniversitySupplementLawrence UniversitySupplement Marquette UniversitySupplementNorthland CollegeRipon CollegeSt. Norbert College

4. Now, it is time to streamline the information you will need to apply!

5. www.wiscareers.wisc.edu Get to your website Open Your E-Portfolio

6. Get Your College Info Sheet Go to your server file Fill In Info / Graduation Plans / Colleges Use WISCareers as a resource for colleges if needed Do not exit out of WISCareers, minimize it!

7. Complete Credit Check Classes taken this year Updated GPA ACT Score Class Rank Percentile Rank (top number of class rank divided by bottom number of class rank. The lower the number the better.) Credits Completed / Senior Credits Academic Credits / Senior Academic Credits Total Credits / Total Academic Credits AP Classes taken / scheduled Youth Options Classes taken / scheduled

9. Find your Career Goal and Activity Information

11. Edit / Copy / Paste Information Career Goal Athletics Volunteer / Community Service Leadership Activities Leisure Activities Award and Honors Work Experience

12. http://www.parchment.com/  Go to the parchment website.  Go to the “student” section and click on “register at parchment.com”  Create a username and profile and an account (if you are under 18 years old, your parents will need to create the account.)  You will need to have an email account to validate your information.

13. www.actstudent.org Go to ACT website Click on Send Test Scores Follow Directions Some universities still accept informal copies, however the majority want official copies of your scores.

14. Upcoming College Fairs Wisconsin Education Fairs provide easy access to information about postsecondary options on a timely basis for all Wisconsin citizens, regardless of geographic location. St. Norbert College will be hosting a College Fair at Schuldes Sports Center Address: St. Norbert College, 601 Third Street Wednesday, September 16, 2015Thursday, September 17, 2015 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 9:00 am - 11:00 am Please refer to website for registration and directions. This WEF is free and open to the public. http://www.wefs.org/locations/current http://www.wefs.org/locations/current The University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley is hosting its annual “Wisconsin Education Fair” (WEF) on Tuesday, September 29 th, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the campus Fieldhouse. The WEF is free and open to the public, and is a fabulous opportunity for high school students, especially juniors and seniors, to visit with over 80 representatives from a wide variety of post-secondary institutions in one very convenient location.

17. SCHOLARSHIPS Local Scholarship Information will be out during third quarter of this academic year. Scholarships for UW Colleges are also available. You will need to check on the school’s website. Deadlines are the beginning of February. Private colleges will also have scholarships available. You will have to check on their websites. Some colleges require a separate application for scholarships. In the meantime, you should be seeking out national/regional scholarships via: Websites – Our school counseling website will update scholarships as they become available Memberships and Affiliations Workplace (yours and parents)

18. FINANCIAL AID Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)  Grants and Loans based on Financial Need  Will need family tax information and paperwork (i.e. W2’s)  Refer to website to helpful information and application http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/

19. FINANCIAL AID Continued… College Goal Wisconsin is a national event that provides free information and assistance to families who are filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid.) During a College Goal Event during Saturdays in February and a Wednesday evening in February, students and parents can receive assistance in completing your FAFSA application (different local locations for this event include Appleton, Green Bay and Oshkosh.) Click on the link below to register www.collegegoalwi.org www.collegegoalwi.org

20. Learn to ADVOCATE for yourself Advocate: (verb) to push for something. Push by: Attending informational meetings sponsored by your guidance office Searching on-line for career and college information Asking questions when taking campus tours or speaking with a college representative Attaining letters of recommendation in a timely manner. Provide the people who will be writing your letters with plenty of notice

21. Do Not: Wait until the last minute to apply for colleges/technical colleges Ask for letter of reference at the last minute MAKE YOUR MOM DO ALL OF THIS FOR YOU!

22. BEST OF LUCK WITH THE APPLICATION PROCESS! Please don’t hesitate to stop in and see us with any questions! We are here to help you! Mr. Harke & Mrs. Vander Loop tharke1@freedomschools.k12.wi.usjvanderloop@freedomschools.k12.wi.us (920) 788-7940 ext. 306(920) 788-7940 ext.305 You can also refer to our website for help with : questions~forms~updates ~information~helpful links http://www.freedomschools.k12.wi.us/ Click on High School Link Click on School Counseling Link tharke1@freedomschools.k12.wi.usjvanderloop@freedomschools.k12.wi.us