key to college presented by: illinois-eastern iowa district of circle k international kiwanis family...
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Key to College
Presented By:Illinois-Eastern Iowa District of Circle K International
Kiwanis Family Relations Committee
Why should I go to College?
• Friends?• Better chance at a job?• Increase earning
potential?• To learn what you are
capable of?• Get away from home?• Have a good time?
Types of Schools
• 2-year community colleges or satellite campuses
• 4-year private institution• 4-year public university• What about…
– Costs?– Class size?– Programs on campus?
• Get on a schools mailing list – brochures, tours, etc.
Large vs. Small
• Large School (10k+)– Greater Selection of
majors and classes, campus events, student organizations
– Can specialize– Impersonal at times– Less one-on-one faculty-
student interaction (sometimes that just means you need to be more proactive!)
• Small School (Less than 10k)- Personalized and individualized education
- High faculty involvement with students
Public vs. Private
• Public – Typically larger– Less expensive
• Private– More expensive– Typically smaller– Often religiously-
affiliated
2-Year vs. 4-Year2- Year
• Earn specialized associates degree
• Can more easily work and attend school
• Prepares you to transfer into a 4-year college – however not all credits will transfer
• Inexpensive
4-Year• Allows continuity and
fewer adjustments during four years
• More generalist-type degrees available
• On-campus living opportunities
Where Will I Live?
• You have two choices:– On Campus (dorms)
• Contact your roommate before moving in!!• Great way to meet people• Get to know your meal plan• Easier access to campus
– Off Campus (apartment, home)• Share an apartment with friends,
roommates• Stay home to save money
Summer Before Senior Year
• Choose your list of schools
• Prepare one or two essays
• Create a common application account
• Schedule college visits
College Visits
• Visit a campus to get a better feel for the schools you want to apply to
• Sit in on a few classes that you could potentially take
• Eat in the cafeteria and take a campus tour
Getting to know potential Professors
• Schedule to meet with professors in your major ahead of time
• Create a list of questions to ask them about the school’s program
– What is your educational background? – What do you provide students for
support?– Advise for an incoming freshmen? – If you could change anything about this
school’s program, what would it be?
The Application Process
• Submit your applications early!– Many schools have rolling deadlines– The sooner you apply, the better
chance you have of being accepted
• Mail/Online Applications• Make copies of information• Don’t stress about colleges
contacting you!
Options in Financing my Education
• Financial Aid such as a grant
– FAFSA– Apply for as many as
possible!!• Scholarships
(academic, sports, or major related)
– www.fastweb.com– There is unclaimed
money available• Student Loans• Work to pay for
school
What Colleges Consider
• High school transcript• SAT/ACT scores• Resume (extracurricular activities,
part-time jobs, leadership roles, awards)
• Personal Statement • College Essay• Letters of Recommendation• Shown interest in school
The College Essay• Possible Topics
– Choose a defining aspect/experience in your life. How have you changed as a result of this experience?
– How you’ve grown from a struggle or failure?
– Your philosophy for life– Where you see yourself in 10 years
professionally?
• Ask for feedback from teachers, parents, councilors, etc.
Freshman Orientation
• Tours of campus• Register for classes• Activities fair• Learn more about the
campus, buildings, professors
• Meet you fellow classmates and school advisor
CKI members can help!
• To get an inside look, contact the colleges’ Circle K club and ask for a personal tour when you are looking at colleges or at the beginning of freshmen year.
• CKI members have been in your shoes and not known how to take the next step in life. We don’t mind taking the time to chat with you.
CKI members can help!• We’ve all written a
few college essays ourselves and would be more than happy to looking over yours.
• CKI members are in a complete range of majors so we can help you in deciding what you want to major in. Get the inside scoop!
College Lifestyle
• Don’t cram your first semester with too many credits. You are going to need time for
– Studying– Clubs (like Circle K )– Sports – Jobs
• Seek advice about the various classes that you will take
College Lifestyle• Start taking classes
pertaining to your major as soon as possible.
– Decide if it is the right one for you
– Ensures that you graduate on time
• Never lose your syllabus. – Contains grading procedures– Contains contact information
for your professor.
College Lifestyle
• Attend your professor’s office hours
– Shows that you are serious about the class
– Receive more personal attention
– Get to know professor and vise versa
The Kiwanis FamilyIt all begins in primary school and carries on throughout life!
Collegiate
• Premiere university service organization in the world
• On more than 550 campuses globally
• Based upon the tenets of service, leadership, and fellowship.
Benefits of Joining CKI
• Online Community– Circle K is organized on more than 550
college and university campuses around the world. Through this diverse network, many ideas and friendships may be exchanged.
• Development as an Individual– Numerous opportunities to develop their
professional and leadership abilities.
Benefits of Joining CKI
• Scholarships– Through the support
of Kiwanians, scholarships are made available to Circle K members at both District Convention and International Convention
Benefits of Joining CKI
• Member Benefit Program– Each member is presented with a pin,
a membership card with a specific membership number, and a membership handbook.
• Optional Insurance– Each member is entitled to optional
insurance if injured under the administration of Circle K International
Key Club Alumni
• Stay connected with service-minded friends.
• Share stories about the difference Key Club made in your life with posts to the blog
• Learn about upcoming alumni events at Key Club International Conventions
• Receive a Quarterly e-newsletter• Get connected with local service
partners• Two years free of Kiwanis dues
Key Club Alumni
Join Today!
http://www.keyclub.org/alumni
IT’S FREE!
You helped change the world once, join us and do it again.
Ending Remarks
• Your college life is only what YOU make of it.
• Take advantage of opportunities that come your way.
• Most of all – have FUN!!!!!
