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Knowhow2gowisconsin.org
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WICareerPathways.org
Resource for career pathways and programs or study for both Technical
Colleges and Universities.
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UW HELP
www.Uwhelp.wisconsin.edu Admissions Information
Career Information Placement Testing Information
And MORE!
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Minnesota National College Fair
Minnesota National College FairMinneapolis Convention Center
Tuesday, October 7: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm~ 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Wednesday, October 8: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
www.nationalcollegefairs.org
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Wisconsin Educational Fair
Zorn Arena UW-Eau Claire
Sept 30 630-8:30 pmOctober 1 9-11 am
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Tips for Visiting College Campuses
Contact the admissions office for your visit
Visit when school is in session Verify you meet college admission
requirements Determine college cost Attend a class if possible Tour the campus
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How do I get there?
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What are colleges looking for?
RIGOROUS Course load! Do not catch senioritis!
Leadership Qualities Diversity Non-academic Achievement Positive Influence to their campus
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Applying to College1. Apply on-line
MN State College or Technical College: www.mnscu.edu
UW Wisconsin Colleges: www.apply.wisconsin.edu
Wisconsin Technical Colleges: www.witechcolleges.org
2. Pay Application Fee (on-line)3. Request Transcripts through the
Counseling Office.
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Transcripts
Your transcript is a contract indicating that you will complete all courses you
are enrolled.
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ACT/SAT Scores
ACT/SAT Scores sent by BWHS are unofficial. Some colleges will accept
ACT sent via BWHS for admission purposes, but you may need to
request official scores from ACT at www.act.org or SAT at
www.collegeboard.com.
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ACT: Register at
https://services.actstudent.org
Test Date Registration Deadline
October 23 Sept 19
December 13 Nov 7
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ACT Mobile APPs
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Letters of Recommendation: 2 letters
Ask someone who can attest to your academic ability, especially in the areas of Math, English, and Science.
Ask someone who can attest to your leadership and non-academic achievement.
Can not be a relative! Can be e-mailed to the college.
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The Applicant Statement: Tell me who you are and how you got
there.
VERY IMPORTANT PART OF YOUR COLLEGE APPLICATION!
For some colleges, this is the scholarship application as well.
Write about personal experiences, people who have influenced you,
and/or why you are a good fit for this college.
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Transfer Information System
www.Tis.uwsa.edu/ This is a web-based interactive program
that allows students to see how credits will transfer to any UW or Wisconsin Technical College campus.
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NCAA
https://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter
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Cost
Technical college degree(WITC)
About $120/credit2-year degree about
$8,0001-year degree about
$4,500
Public 4-year College degree( University of Wisconsin- River
Falls)
About $400/credit4-year degree all inclusive
about $102,000
Private 4-year College degree(University of St. Thomas)
About $1000/credit4-year degree all inclusive
about $163,000
What does an education cost?
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Selective Service
18 year-old males must register with the selective service in order to qualify for federal student loans or grants. You can register online at www.sss.gov.
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FAFSA: www.fafsa.ed.gov Apply on-line for student loans, work-
study, and grants by completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) as soon as possible after January 1.
Both student and parent need to apply for a PIN (electronic signature) at www.pin.ed.gov.
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Never pay a fee to file the FAFSA
www.fafsa.gov
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HOW IS FINANCIAL AIDDETERMINED?
Cost of Attendance
- Expected Family Contribution
= Need
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TYPES OF FINANCIAL AID
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Federal and State Grants Scholarships Institutional Aid Loans Employment Opportunities
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Local Financial Aid Meetings
Plan to attend local Financial Aid Meetings held at local colleges
(UWRF, WITC-NR, etc.) or College Goal Sunday.
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LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS
http://www.bwsd.k12.wi.us/highschool/SitePages/Counseling%20Office.aspx
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Scholarship Resources
Financial Aid Office of your college On-line data bases :Collegeboard.com.
fastaid.com, Studentaid.ed.gov, Fastweb.com, Petersons.com
BW Counseling Webpage Local Businesses Civic Organizations Your parents’ employers
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DON’T GET STUNG!
Scams net $5 million annually350,000 students/parents affectedSelling what you can get for freeNever pay to find a scholarship
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National Fraud Information Center – 1-800-382-4357
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Books about Scholarships
How to go to College for Almost Free Free $ for College for Dummies Kaplan Scholarships The Scholarship Book College Board Scholarship Handbook Peterson’s Scholarships, Grants &
Prizes
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Completing scholarship applications/applicant statements
Follow the directions Proofread your essay Ask someone else to proofread your
essay Make sure your e-mail address is
appropriate (not [email protected], etc.)
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Academic Portfolio
A single to go resource to complete college applications, scholarships and financial aid.
Includes: School records, health records, standardized test scores, awards, personal assessment resume, etc.
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Independent Study Opportunity
Create an Academic Portfoliohttp://www.bwsd.k12.wi.us/highschool/
teachers/ksmestad/Academic%20Portfolio/Forms/AllItems.aspx
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Questions~ We can help!
Mrs. [email protected]
715 684 3321 x113
Mrs. [email protected]
715 684 3321 x125