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College 101

College 101. General Information For LCHS students. College 101. Tonight’s program will include: * Preparation for underclassmen for the college process. * Tour of “Family Connections.” * Awareness of the LCHS Guidance website. * Questions?. College 101.

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College 101

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  1. College 101 General Information For LCHS students

  2. College 101 Tonight’s program will include: *Preparation for underclassmen for the college process. * Tour of “Family Connections.” * Awareness of the LCHS Guidance website. * Questions?

  3. College 101 What is the right college for your student? * Someone else’s choice? * US News & World Report’s #1? * The college that the family can afford? Remember it’s not about finding the best college, it’s about finding the right college.

  4. College 101 3300 colleges and universities in U.S. alone 55 four year colleges in Virginia Students generally apply between 4 and 8 colleges How does a student narrow the choices down to fit their needs?

  5. College 101 Geographic Location Size and Diversity (what does 400 mean to you?) Cost (public vs. private) Academic Opportunities (majors) Personal Opportunities (friends, sports) Reputation Who teaches undergraduates? Retention rate

  6. College 101 Can I get in to the college of my choice? What are colleges looking for?

  7. College 101 Most Important Grades/GPA/Class Rank (transcript) Strength of schedule Testing scores (ACT vs. SAT, 1st test spring of 11th grade year, use the PSAT) Secondary Activities and Leadership Essay/Personal Statement Recommendations

  8. High School Transcript College 101

  9. College 101 Community College the right choice Giving students an opportunity to grow academically, emotionally, socially. Giving families an opportunity financially. Virginia’s articulation agreement.

  10. College 101 Top colleges attended by 2011 LCHS graduates: (61% four year college, 24% two year college) NOVA        47 Radford 34 VA Tech 23 VCU 16 JMU 14 CNU 13 Liberty 11 UVA          9

  11. College 101 - Summary No matter your skills, talents or abilities or interests – there is a college for you! “College is a match to be made not a prize to be won” Most important year – junior year Do research early Be honest, use guidance office, and make sure to include campus visits

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  14. College 101 Questions? Thank you – good night!

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