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Graduation Requirements & College Applications

Graduation Requirements & College Applications. Graduation Requirements…. Diploma Tracks. College/University Prep Students planning to attend 4-year public universities right after high school College/Tech Prep

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Graduation Requirements & College Applications

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  1. Graduation Requirements & College Applications

  2. Graduation Requirements…

  3. Diploma Tracks College/University Prep • Students planning to attend 4-year public universities right after high school College/Tech Prep • Students planning to attend community college right after high school and possible transfer to a 4-year college or students planning to attend most private colleges after high school Career Prep • Students planning to attend community college or go straight to work after high school

  4. Testing RequirementsClass of 2010 • All students must score a level III or IV on the following State End-of-Course Tests: • English I (9th) • Algebra I (9th or 10th) • Civics & Economics (10th) • Biology (10th) • US History (11th)

  5. College Applications….

  6. College Applications • Start in September of senior Year • General guidelines for application deadlines (check with the individual institution for exact dates & deadlines): • October – early decision/priority deadline • January – regular admission deadline • March – final admission deadline

  7. What is included in a college application? • The application form itself (paper or online) • Background and residency information • Honors, awards, extracurricular activities • Essay and/or personal statement • Entrance exam scores • Transcript • Letters of recommendation • Application fee (check or money order – DO NOT send cash)

  8. College Entrance Exams (SAT and ACT) • Usually not necessary for Community Colleges • Start taking in spring of junior year if planning to attend a four-year college/university immediately following high school • Preparation opportunities • SAT Prep class • PSAT (10th & 11th grade) • Online Resources • Study books • Make sure to send your scores to all schools where you are interested in applying (Can send four free) • This includes the NCAA Clearinghouse and some scholarships like Teaching Fellows

  9. SAT Scores accepted at all institutions in NC Components: Reading, Math, Writing Math includes Geometry and Algebra II concepts Cost = $45 ACT Scores accepted at all institutions in NC Components: Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies, optional Writing Math does not include Geometry and Algebra II concepts Cost with writing = $46, without writing = $31 SAT vs. ACT

  10. Transcripts • Lists all the courses taken and grades received in high school. It also includes test scores and attendance history. • Transcript request forms are located in the Guidance office • Send transcript with paper application • Allow a week to receive • Online applications • Use CFNC Website (http://www.cfnc.org). • Request transcript to be sent to the school. • Use NCWise ID (Listed on student’s report card)

  11. Letters of Recommendation • Someone, not related, who knows your academic ability and/or character • Think of teachers, counselors, coaches, your boss, minister, etc. • Give the person specific information about you and your activities/accomplishments or a resume • Don’t wait until the last minute!!

  12. Other Information…

  13. Financial Aid/Scholarships • Types • Federal Aid (grants and/or loans) • Scholarships • Merit based • Need based • Where to find them • Federal Aid • Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) any time after January 1st • Money is awarded based on the “expected family contribution” determined by tax information from the previous year • We will have a Financial Aid parent presentation at BHS in early January • Scholarships • Monthly list of scholarship opportunities is published by guidance • Check with prospective colleges/universities or local organizations

  14. Important Dates • Sept.14 – Make Up for Senior pictures • Sept.17 – College Day money/permission slips due • Sept. 24 – College Day field trip • Sept.30 – Jostens presentation for 12th grade students during Activity Period • Oct. 7 – Grad products orders taken during lunches ($60 deposit due at time of order) • Dec. 1 – Senior Fee Due ($30) • January 2011 – Financial Aid night presentation • February 19 – FAFSA Day • June 11 – Graduation

  15. Resources • SAT Information & Registration – www.collegeboard.com • ACT Information & Registration – www.actstudent.org • College Foundation (SAT/ACT prep, college information, online applications) – www.cfnc.org • BHS Guidance Moodle page – moodle.fcschools.net • Scholarship list • Financial aid info • College info • Important dates • SAT & ACT info • etc.

  16. www.fcschools.net • Click on Moodle> high schools > Bunn High School > Guidance • Web Apps allows all students to have school email accounts. Seniors should log on and join the BHSSeniors2011 Email Group by using their BHS computer password to access their Web Apps email account.

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