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Project Enrich Presentation Saturday, 11/12/2011. Robert Batten Director, International Student Services Bowie State University. Meet Robert Batten. Education – MBA Temple University Higher Education Experience – 15 years
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Project Enrich PresentationSaturday, 11/12/2011 Robert Batten Director, International Student Services Bowie State University
Meet Robert Batten • Education – MBA Temple University • Higher Education Experience – 15 years - Recruiting; records administration; international student immigration; student life
Why College? • Life goals • Career ambitions • Back-up career options
Which College • Develop a “wish list” of schools • First choice • Secondary choices • Safe Schools – you know you’ll get in
How to Prepare for College • Focus on college upon entering high school • Take as many college preparatory courses as possible • Prepare early for college entrance examinations • Research the PSAT, SAT and ACT • Take practice exams
Applying to Colleges • Choose the number of applications wisely – application fees are rising • Research potential scholarships • Complete all financial aid requirements accurately and early • File complete application packages • Take campus visits if possible • Prepare for any required admission interviews (research the school) • Submit required enrollment verification fees and housing deposits