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

3. WISCONSIN TECHNICAL COLLEGES http://witechcolleges.org/ Helpful website that lists colleges, areas of study, myths, financial aid resources.

4. APPLY NOW! Apply for admission to an associate degree, technical diploma or certificate program. Apply now and get started on your new career! 1. CHOOSE YOUR PROGRAM OF STUDY Fox Valley Technical College offers more than 200 hands-on, career-centered programs of study. Choose the one that’s right for you. Can’t decide on a program? Contact our Counseling & Advising Services office to schedule a visit. Choose the one that’s right for you.Counseling & Advising Services office 2. APPLY FOR ADMISSION Apply NowApply NowIf you need assistance, visit any FVTC location or call us at 920-735-5645. If you’re applying for the first time, a $30 non-refundable application fee is required. Your application will not be processed until the fee is paid.FVTC location COMPLETE THE SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUEST TRANSCRIPTS COMPLETE OTHER ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 3. APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID If you need help paying for college, we encourage you to apply for financial aid, which is federal and state assistance that can include grants, loans and/or employment. There are many factors that determine how much aid you will receive. The financial aid application and awarding process takes time. In order to guarantee your award will be processed before your program start date, please apply early. There are also many options for scholarships, grants and work-study.paying for college 4. ENTER YOUR PROGRAM When all of your admission requirements have been met, you’ll receive an acceptance letter in the mail, along with an invitation to sign up for New Student Registration. Sessions are held about 2-3 months before classes begin, so watch for information and instructions in the mail.New Student Registration Congratulations! You’re ready to begin your classes.

5. ACCUPLACER http://accuplacer.collegeboard.org/ The ACCUPLACER is an entrance exam that technical colleges use. You can take the Accuplacer before and/or after you apply to the college. Different programs will require scores and you will need to speak with an admission counselor or check the website for details. If you already took the ACT, some technical colleges will accept that score in place of the Accuplacer. Again, you will want to confirm what is needed with the technical college’s admission’s office. You must be a FVTC (Fox Valley Technical College) registered student to take the ACCUPLACER at Freedom High School. You will need a student ID number There is no cost to taking the ACCUPLACER at FHS, but it will be put on your tuition bill if taking classes at FVTC

6. DATES FHS will give the ACCUPLACER test the first Wednesday of each month after the first semester at the start of 5 th hour Special dates may be set up with special circumstances. FEBRUARY 3 rd MARCH 2 nd APRIL 6 th MAY 4 th (be with you) PREP You should prepare yourself with some test samples http://www.testprepreview.com/accuplacer http://www.varsitytutors.com/practice-tests http://www.fvtc.edu/SearchResults/tabid/8 7/Default.aspx?Search=Accuplacer ACCUPLACER PREP / DATES

7. PROGRAM PREPARATION COURSES Set yourself up for success! If you need to work on math, science, sentence skills, and/or reading, Program Prep courses will help build your academic skills to be successful in your program. Your Program Prep courses are based on your individual needs and program selection. MORE ABOUT PROGRAM PREP WHO TAKES PROGRAM PREP COURSES? IS THERE A COST? CAN I USE FINANCIAL AID? HOW DO I REGISTER? PROGRAM PREP COURSES PRE-ALGEBRA INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE WRITING INTRODUCTION TO READING & STUDY SKILLS PREPARATION FOR ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY PREPARATION FOR BASIC CHEMISTRY

8. Technical Colleges will ask for a student’s high school transcript. Students will need to request these electronically.

9. http://www.parchment.com/  Go to the parchment website.  Go to the student sign up page  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.

10. Seniors should visit the campuses they are applying to!

12. $$ PAYING FOR COLLEGE $$ Families NEED to discuss the costs of college and what the financial arrangements will be. Do not assume that scholarships will cover the costs.

13. SCHOLARSHIPS Local Scholarship Information will be out this spring. Local scholarships can range from $100-$1,000 dollars. Please note that local scholarships will not solely cover the costs of college. 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)

14. 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/ 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.) College Goal Wisconsin will take place on Saturday February 7, 14, 21, 28, and on Wednesday evening February 25, 2015 Click on the link below to register FVTC / Green Bay West / UW Oshkosh www.collegegoalwi.org www.collegegoalwi.org

15. Community Open House 3-7 p.m. | Appleton Campus Event date: 10/6/2015 Export eventExport event Tuesday, October 6, 2015, 3-7 p.m. Appleton Campus - 1825 N. Bluemound Drive Use Entrance 10 Discover our 200+ degree, diploma & certificate programs, business offerings & personal enrichment classes. Visit with faculty & current students and get a first-hand look at our high-tech labs & classrooms. No need to RSVP! Just drop in anytime between 3-7 p.m. Event Highlights: Campus Tours & Technology Demonstrations Learn How to Pay for College Panel Discussion: Choosing a College Today (5-6 p.m.) Free Workshop: Starting a Business, Courtesy of the Venture Center (6-9 p.m.) Tour the Fab Lab (4-5:30 p.m.) Free Food & Prizes Pay No Application Fee! Apply for admission during the Open House and we'll waive the $30 application fee. High school seniors and older are eligible to apply. You must apply in person. Download application form (PDF) Download application form (PDF)

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

17. 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!

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 Have a conversation with your parents regarding the costs of college (SOON.)

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