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Finding the Right FitMs. Lisa LassandrelloSchool Counselor, Merit House
Mrs. Nicole LiskaSchool Counselor, Spirit House
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• This refers to the match between the student and the college
• In a good match--both flourish• Two main components:
- Characteristics of Student- Characteristics of the College
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•Person•Program•Place•People •Price
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• What is your academic profile-SAT/GPA?• What are your interests and activities?• What kind of student/learner are you?• What are your goals and values?
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• Area of Study• Specialized Major (post-graduate options)• Academic Rigor• Type of Curriculum• College’s Mission & Philosophy • Career Development Assistance
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• Geographic location • Setting- rural, urban, suburban• Environment/Atmosphere/Activities• Size
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•With whom will you learn?•Number of faculty & students?
•Professors?•Mentors?•Networking opportunities?
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• Costs range from approximately $4,500 for a community college to over $60,000 for an Ivy League per year
• Net cost
• Remember that many colleges have outstanding scholarships & financial aid
• Choose several colleges including one that your family can afford
• Community colleges tend to be the “best buy” in schools; a good idea is to apply to at least one state school or community college
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• Identify the most important factors in your decision
• Rank these factors • Begin your search
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• Research a variety of schools • Utilize Schoolinks• Attend College Visits at MVHS• Attend College Fairs• Visit College Campuses while they
are in session. Arrange visit through Admissions Office.
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• Generally colleges require:– 4 years of English– 3-4 years of Math– 3-4 years of Lab Science– Most recommend 3 years of Social Studies– Some require 2 years of a foreign language– Look at the average ACT/SAT scores
accepted
Be sure to check each college’s website!
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SCHOOLINKS● College and Career Readiness platform● Used for exploring & researching
post-secondary options● 2020 we will be using SchooLinks to publicize
college visits & scholarship opportunities
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Steps to Onboarding● Login to your Single Sign On page
● Click on SchooLinks Logo
● Welcome Page○ Click on “Let’s Get Started”○ Complete Onboarding
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