Solon High School

Post-Secondary Options Reference Guide

Junior Jump-Start

Information for Students & Parents

SHS Counseling DepartmentMrs. Cindy Russell Mr. Rick Nowak Mrs. Ann Trocchio Mrs. Kathleen Kinney Mr. Brad Sims Mrs. Jen Rooney

A-C D-Ho Hp-McMd-See Sef-Z Secretary

cynthiarussell@solonboe.orgricknowak@solonboe.organntrocchio@solonboe.orgkathleenkinney@solonboe.orgbradsims@solonboe.org jenniferrooney@solonboe.org

440-349-6242440-349-6243440-349-7407440-349-7304440-349-6241 440-349-7304

https://www.solonschools.org/Page/2912

SHS College and Career Planning “TO DO LIST” for JUNIORS1. Sign up for and take the ACT and/or SAT during second semester:

- It is beneficial for many students to enter their senior year with test scores for the ACT and/or SAT before they begin the college application process during the first week of September.  Counselors will work with each student to help determine his/her best plan for testing.

- Go online to www.actstudent.org for ACT and/or www.collegeboard.org for SAT, to sign up for the tests. Watch registration deadlines and sign up early to get a seat at our SHS test site.

- If you have an IEP or 504 and want to apply to the testing companies for accommodations, refer to the letter that was mailed home in the Spring, which outlined the process of applying for accommodations.

- If you intend to apply to highly-selective colleges, check college websites to find out if you need to register for SAT II Subject Tests (https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat-subject-tests).

- There is no special testing for the SAT at Solon High School. Additionally, Solon High School does not offer ACT special testing in December or June.

TEST DATES FOR 2019-2020 School Year

ACT: www.actstudent.org SAT I & SAT II: www.collegeboard.orgTest Date Register By Test Date Register BySeptember 14* August 16 August 24*+ July 26October 26* September 20 October 5*+ September 6December 14*+ November 8 November 2+ October 3February 8* January 10 December 7+ November 8April 4* February 28 March 14*+ February 14June 13*+ May 8 May 2+ April 3July 18 June 19 June 6*+ May 8

*tests offered at SHS+No Special Testing at SHS Note: No SAT II Subject Tests offered in March

The PSAT is Wednesday, October 16, 2019. Students will receive information about the test and how to register through all English classes in September.

The ASVAB is Friday, October 18, 2019. This U.S. Armed Forces use this test to determine competencies and initial eligibility for enlistment.

2. Begin to research your post-secondary options (College, Career, Military, Gap Year).- Use the “Website Resources” tab location on www.solonschools.org/Page/2912 and your account on www.naviance.com

to do college, career, and military searches based on your interests/profile. - Use the “Resources” section on the School Counseling website for college/career planning info.- Use Naviance to find information on college or military representative visits to SHS and to register to attend

presentations in the fall of your junior & senior years. Print your registration confirmation from Naviance and ask to have it signed by the teacher of the class period you will miss. Bring the signed registration page to attend the presentation.

- During Junior Jump-Start in December, and in your scheduling appointment early in the second semester, your counselor will discuss with you your college/career planning process and provide guidance/suggestions.

- Visit college or technical college campuses: Spring break of the junior year is a good time to visit colleges. Go on the college websites to register for tours and information sessions at the colleges.

- Talk with a military recruiter or sign-up for the ASVAB at Solon High School during junior year if you are considering a career in the military.

- Use/update your account on Naviance, our college/career counseling website, to keep track of resume information, do college/career searches, and receive emails about opportunities from our office. Remind your parents to set up their account on Naviance too, so they will receive email updates. Be sure to enter the colleges you are thinking about.

3. Continue to strive for your academic best.- College admissions use a holistic review which considers GPA, rigor of curriculum, ACT/SAT scores, contributions to the

community, and extracurricular activities.- Be sure to earn solid grades in the junior year and take a rigorous course load in the senior year. Colleges may request

mid-year grades during senior year and will review your final transcript, which will include all final grades.

4. Meet individually with your counselor in the spring to review your college planning.- You will meet with your counselor during second semester to discuss course selections for senior year.- Juniors will also be able to schedule a second appointment to specifically discuss college/career planning.- After winter break submit to the Counseling Office the signed Transcript Release Form and electronically submit the

Student/Parent Questionnaires via Naviance. Be sure to update your resumé in Naviance for your counselor to use for letters of recommendation. This info helps us help you!

5. In the summer between 11th and 12th:- Work on your college resumé and update it in Naviance! This is the last summer to showcase how you are making a

difference in the community. Summer is a great time to do job shadowing, internships, volunteer work, camps, or start a part time job.

- The counselors will present Senior College Night during the second week of school for students and parents and meet with all seniors through English 12 classes in August for Senior App Start to set up Naviance for the senior year and provide information about the application process.

Timeline for Juniors and their Parents

Go to https://www.solonschools.org/Page/2912 and use your account on www.naviance.com for college planning resources.

FEBRUARY - MAY Maintain your grades and improve them if necessary. Your cumulative grade point

average used in college admissions is determined at the end of your junior year. Distinguish yourself in some area: athletics, arts, leadership, community service,

hobbies, etc. If you haven't gotten involved, it is not too late! Go online for preliminary information from different colleges. Get on their mailing/email

lists. Use Naviance to gather information about careers and colleges. Select challenging academic courses for your senior year. The strength of your

curriculum is a major factor in college admissions. Go online to schedule a college tour or contact admission offices to schedule an

appointment to meet an admissions representative. Spring break is a great time to visit college campuses, military recruiters, or technical schools.

Plan your college admission testing and register for test dates. Many students take the ACT and/or SAT twice in semester two of junior year to be prepared with test scores to begin the college application process senior year. To register: www.actstudent.org and www.collegeboard.org.

If appropriate, take SAT II subject tests at the end of the junior year. Think about which teacher you will ask to write a recommendation letter for you, if

appropriate. Not all colleges require teacher recommendation letters. Turn in the Transcript Release Form by the beginning of January, to the School

Counseling Secretary or your transcript will not be released to colleges. Complete the items on the Junior Action Plan.

JUNE - AUGUST DO YOUR CAREER PLANNING HOMEWORK! Review different college websites and

resources to compare information and start to narrow choices for applications. When you return to school for senior year, you should have selected at least three to seven colleges to which you will apply. The number of applications varies for each student based on preferences.

Combine your summer vacation with some college and/or technical school visits. Take a tour or schedule an appointment with an admissions representative or military recruiter. Be honest and open about grades, courses and test scores. Ask about your chances for admission. Bring an unofficial copy of your transcript and a copy of your resume.

GOOD LUCK! Remember that the counselors understand that this is a big decision for everyone involved. We are here to assist both students and parents.

Timeline for Seniors and their Parents

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER

APPLY AND REQUEST TRANSCRIPTS: Go online to the college websites or Common App to complete applications. The School Counseling Office begins accepting transcript requests via Naviance in early September to send official transcripts, counselor forms and recommendation letters. We encourage students to submit all application materials by mid-November. Follow each application’s directions carefully and completely. It is the student’s responsibility to keep track of deadlines and to submit transcript requests to the School Counseling Office two weeks before due dates.

SEND YOUR TEST SCORES TO THE COLLEGES: Retake the SAT or ACT in the fall if you are trying to raise your scores. Check requirements of the colleges on your list. Selective colleges may require or recommend SAT II Subject Tests. Have your scores sent to your colleges via the test company websites: www.actstudent.org and www.collegeboard.org.

RECOMMENDATION LETTERS: First, check your college websites to see if recommendations letters are required. Many schools do not require recommendation letters. Talk with teachers in person to request recommendation letters, then send the requests through Naviance if the teachers are available to write a letter for you. (Please do not ask more than two teachers for letters.) They may view your resume information online when writing the letter, so make sure you have your information updated on Naviance. Remember to thank teachers who have written recommendation letters for you. A hand-written note is especially appreciated.

ESSAYS: Have your essays proofread and revised. Essays should demonstrate your very best efforts and should be error- and typo-free. Make an appointment with our essay advisors for assistance.

COLLEGE VISITS: Attend college representative presentations at SHS. Over 120 colleges visit our high school each year. Register via Naviance and get the permission and signature from the teacher of the class period you will miss. Go for a visit to colleges that you may not have already seen. Interview and stay overnight in a dorm, if possible.

GRADES: A strong first semester is vital. Some schools will withhold acceptance until completion of the first semester.

FINANCIAL AID: To make an appointment with the representative from College Now Greater Cleveland for financial aid information, visit the School Counseling webpage. Evening appointments are available. Go online to view the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) in September and begin to gather preliminary data. Register for an October or November FAFSA evening workshop at SHS.

Complete and submit your FAFSA as soon as possible after October 1st. MILITARY ENLISTMENT: For those considering a career in the military, register to take

the ASVAB in October at Solon High School and take your Summary Results to a Military Recruiter.

JANUARY – MARCH Expect to be contacted for an alumni interview by some colleges. Apply for local scholarships in February/March. A list will be posted online and mailed to

all seniors.

APRIL – MAY Review all your acceptances and financial aid awards. By May 1st, notify all colleges that have accepted you that you will or will not be enrolling.

Your enrollment deposit must be paid by May 1st to the college you plan to attend.

Ohio Public UniversitiesCOLLEGE SAT CR/M ACT GPA Minimums Tuition Rm/Brd Freshmen ACT w/WR

U of Akron 1123 23 3.48 11,635 11,220 NA NABGSU 1100 23 3.47 11,612 9,380 NA NACentral State 800 16.5 2.74 17,606 791 NAU of Cincinnati 1160-1360 24-29 3.41-3.99   11,660 11,668 NA NACleveland State 998 22 3.37 10,744 12,118 1,946 NAKent State 1030-1210 20-25 3.4 11,130 11,706 4,363 NAMiami University NA 28 3.78   15,909 14,124 3,936 NAOhio State University 1280-1410 27-32  NA   11,084 12,708 7,851 NAOhio University 1080-1250 21-26 3.54   12,612 13,332 3,980 NAShawnee State NA 21.9 3.44 open adm. 8,355 10,863 617 NAU of Toledo 1020-1240 20-26 3.45 10,514 12,470 3,270 NAWright State 1009.5 21.8 3.27 9,578 10,492 1,854 NAYoungstown State NA 18-24 3.35 9,211 9,700 2,383 NA

Ohio’s Public Universities 2019-2020 Edition a publication of the Ohio Public Universities Admissions Council

Ohio Junior Colleges & Technical Colleges

COLLEGE LOCATION WEBSITECentral Ohio Technical College Newark www.cotc.eduCincinnati State Technical and Community College Middletown www.cincinnatistate.eduClark State Community College Springfield www.clarkstate.eduColumbus State Community College Columbus www.cscc.eduCuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) Cleveland www.tri-c.eduEastern Gateway Community College Steubenville www.egcc.eduEdison Community College Piqua www.edisonohio.eduHocking College (has dorms) Nelsonville www.hocking.eduLakeland Community College Kirtland www.laklandcc.eduLorain County Community College Elyria www.lorainccc.eduMarion Technical Institute Marion www.mtc.eduNorth Central State College Mansfield www.ncstatecollege.eduNorthwest State Community College Archbold www.northweststate.eduOhio Technical College Cleveland www.ohiotech.eduOhio Valley College of Technology East Liverpool www.ovct.eduOwens Community College Perrysburg www.owens.eduRhodes State College Lima www.rhodesstate.eduRio Grande Community College Rio Grande www.rio.eduSinclair Community College Dayton www.sinclair.eduSouthern State Community College Hillsboro www.sscc.eduStark State College North Canton www.starkstate.eduTerra State Community College Fremont www.terra.eduWashington State Community College Marietta www.wscc.eduZane State College Zanesville www.zanestate.edu

Ohio Private Colleges

Procedure for Attending College Presentations at SHS

College representatives that visit Solon High School will be evaluating your college applications.

COLLEGE SAT CR SAT M ACT GPA Total Cost Fresh ClassArt Academy of Cincinnati 440-580 440-520 17-24 3.2 48,135 63Ashland University 500-610 475-620 20-25 3.4 32,320 602Aultman College NA NA 19-23 3.14 18,850 30Baldwin Wallace University 520-640 510-610 21-27 3.52 45,140 677Bluffton College 430-550 440-550 18-25 3.23 44,860 174Capital University 500-620 500-590 21-26 3.6 48,136 589Case Western Reserve University 650-730 700-790 30-34 NA 66,518 1,393Cedarville University 580-680 550-670 23-29 3.85 38,940 910Christ Coll. of Nursing & Health Sci. 438-543 443-490 19-23 3.67 17,500 70Cleveland Institute of Art 550-640 510-590 19-25 3.3 54,635 175Columbus College of Art & Design NA NA NA 3.32 46,430 242University of Dayton 560-650 550-660 24-30 3.68 58,150 2,198Defiance College 430-540 425-530 17-22 2.96 43,800 157Denison University 600-670 610-710 28-31 NA 66,880 654University of Findlay 530-630 522-617 21-26 3.58 45,610 560Franciscan University of Steubenville 550-660 510-620 22-28 3.77 37,560 564Franklin University NA NA NA 2.43 9,577 8Good Samaritan College NA NA 19-24 3.01 15,640 31Heidelberg University 500-590 490-580 19-25 3.3 42,400 329Hiram College 460-600 470-590 18-25 3.36 46,648 233John Carroll University 550-640 540-650 22-28 3.63 55,142 843Kenyon College 640-730 640-740 29-33 3.94 71,150 539Kettering College 580-600 560-600 20-24 3.42 25,394 43Lake Erie College 463-550 460-580 17-23 3.08 42,230 195Lourdes College 470-580 470-560 18-24 3.24 35,240 191Malone College 480-600 460-590 19-25 3.3 41,600 309Marietta College 495-610 495-600 20-26 3.47 47,760 347Mercy College of Ohio NA NA NA 3.13 15,900 43Mount Carmel College of Nursing NA NA 19-22 3.60 19,372 52Mount St. Joseph University 500-570 490-570 20-25 3.4 40,920 316University of Mount Union 480-600 488-600 20-26 3.2 42,200 625Mt. Vernon Nazarene University 490-570 470-560 20-25 2.9 38,943 372Muskingum University 493-590 483-590 19-24 3.3 40,890 369University of Northwestern Ohio NA NA NA NA 18,450 979Notre Dame College 440-530 470-530 17-21 3.0 40,290 297Oberlin College & Conservatory 650-740 630-750 29-31 3.57 73,644 804Ohio Christian University NA NA NA NA 29,710 277Ohio Dominican University 450-560 470-540 19-24 3.26 42,900 259Ohio Northern University 550-630 540-660 22-27 3.7 45,480 681Ohio Wesleyan University NA NA NA 3.46 60,460 453Otterbein University 555-650 550-635 21-27 3.65 43,660 576University of Rio Grande NA NA NA 3.05 37,976 318Tiffin University NA NA NA 3.03 37,650 465Union Institute & University NA NA NA NA 12,416 1Urbana University 460-540 430-560 20-25 2.62 34,624 129Ursuline College 515-585 505-575 19-24 3.4 43,166 96Walsh University 490-610 500-580 19-26 3.5 41,730 453Wilmington College 460-550 470-540 18-23 3.21 36,875 385Wittenberg University NA NA NA 3.50 50,844 485College of Wooster 570-680 560-690 25-30 3.68 64,250 569Xavier University 540-630 530-620 22-28 3.53 53,760 1,399

"The Counselor's Guide to Ohio's Private Colleges and Universities"  2019-2020Published by the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Ohio and the Ohio Private College Admissions Counselors.

Example of confirmation page to print for signature and bring to presentation:

TO ATTEND A VISIT STUDENTS MUST:1. Sign up at least one day in advance on Naviance or you will not be able to attend. Even if

you receive an email, you must signup via Naviance and bring the pass. If you do not do this, you will not be permitted to attend.

2. Print the Naviance confirmation page and ask for the signature from the teacher of the class you will be missing.

3. Bring the signed confirmation page to the presentation.

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Registration is required! Click on Register Now, then print the View Details page.

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Visit the School Counseling website at: https://www.solonschools.org/Page/4553 to set up a free appointment with College Now in the SHS School Counseling Office in order to discuss grants, scholarships, loans, work-study, and general financial aid planning for your student.

College Now Greater ClevelandTower City Center, Level Three50 Public Square, Suite 1800

Cleveland, OH 44113www.collegenowgc.org info@collegenowgc.org

Financial Aid Tips: Check the updated listing of local scholarship opportunities for seniors

which is posted each February on https://www.solonschools.org/Page/2934.

Review the financial aid section of the School Counseling website under “website resources” for national scholarships and other financial aid websites.

Contact the colleges’ financial aid offices for more information regarding financial aid options at the specific colleges on your list.

Please visit https://www.solonschools.org/Page/3296 to view more information about NCAA Eligibility and recruitment.

Cleveland Building and Construction Trades Unions (www.cbctc.org)

Boilermakers Local 744Phone: 216.241.2085Fax: 216.241.6027Address: 1435 East 13th Street, Cleveland, OH 44114www.boilermakers744.org

Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 5Phone: 216.447.9965Fax: 216.447.9971Address: 6200 Rockside Woods Blvd. North, Independence, OH 44131www.bricklayerslocal5ohio.org

Carpenters Locals 373 & Carpenters Local 435Phone: 216.391.2828Fax: 216.391.1029Address: 2554 East 22nd Street Cleveland, OH 44115www.ikorcc.com/local_373 or www.ikorcc.com/local_435

Cement Masons Local 404Phone: 216.771.3929Fax: 216.771.1572Address: 1417 East 25th Street, Cleveland, OH 44114www.cementmasons404.com

Electrical Workers Local 38Phone: 216.621.3090Fax: 216.696.0660Address: 1590 East 23rd Street, Cleveland, OH 44114www.ibew38.org

Elevator Constructors Local 17Phone: 216.431.8088Fax: 216.431.6610Address: 3250 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115www.iueclocal17.org

Glaziers Local 181Phone: 440.239.4575 (EXT. 117)Fax: 440.234.6527Address: 8257 Dow Circle, Cleveland, OH 44136

Heat & Frost Insulators Local 3Phone: 216.621.3522Fax: 216.621.1568Address: 1617 East 30th Street, Cleveland, OH 44114

Iron Workers Local 17Phone: 216.771.5558Fax: 216.771.8242Address: 1544 East 23rd Street, Cleveland, OH 44114www.ironworkers17.org

Laborers Local 310Phone: 216.881.5901Fax: 216.881.5928Address: 3250 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115www.local310.com

Laborers Local 860Phone: 216.432.1022Fax: 216.432.1025Address: 3334 Prospect Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115www.laborers860.com

Municipal Foremen & Laborers Local 1099Phone: 216.431.2707Fax: 216.431.2706Address: 3250 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115

Pipefitters Local 120Phone: 216.447.3408Fax: 216.524.2385Address: 6305 Halle Drive, Valley View, OH 44125www.pipefitters120.org

Plumbers Local 55Phone: 216.459.0099Fax: 216.459.0085Address: 980 Keynote Circle, Brooklyn Heights, OH 44131www.plumbers55.com

Roofers & Waterproofers Local 44Phone: 216.781.4844Fax: 216.781.7663Address: 1651 East 24th Street, Cleveland, OH 44114www.rooferslocal44.com

Sheet Metal Workers Local 33Phone: 216.267.1645Fax: 216.267.1110Address: 12515 Corporate Drive, Parma, OH 44130www.smwlu33.org

Sign, Display & Allied Trades Local 639Phone: 440.239.4575Fax: 440.234.6527Address: 8257 Dow Circle, Strongsville, OH 44136

Teamsters Local 407Phone: 216.688.0833Fax: 216.361.9568Address: 3320 Superior Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114www.lu407.com

Teamsters Local 436Phone: 216.328.1833Fax: 216.328.1513Address: 6051 Carey Drive, Valley View, OH 44125www.teamsters436.org

Theatrical Stage Employees Local 27Phone: 216.621.9537Fax: 216.621.3518Address: 1422 Euclid Avenue, Suite 1604, Cleveland, OH 44115

Tile Layers Local 36Phone: (440) 799-4246Fax: (440) 799-4277Address: 980 Keynote Circle Brooklyn Heights, OH 44131

U.S. Military Branch Recruiting Website Local Recruiting Station

Army www.goarmy.com 20540 Southgate Park Blvd, Maple Heights, OH 44137o. 216-663-1785

Marine Corps www.marines.com 20540 Southgate Park Blvd, Maple Heights, OH 44137o. 216-663-8960

Navy www.navy.com 20540 Southgate Park Blvd, Maple Heights, OH 44137o. 216-312-6867

Air Force www.airforce.com 20540 Southgate Park Blvd, Maple Heights, OH 44137o. 440-413-1824

Coast Guard www.gocoastguard.com 3470 Westgate Mall, Fairview Park, OH 44126o. 216-812-7093

Accredited Gap Year Association Programs(www.gapyearassociation.org)

Gap Year Program WebsiteAmerican University Gap Year www.american.edu/spexs/augapAmigos www.amigosinternational.org/amigos-programs/#gapARCC Gap Year www.adventurescrosscountry.com/gapBroad Futures www.broadfutures.orgCamps International www.campsinternational.com/ethical-journeys-volunteering-abroadCarpe Diem Education www.carpediemeducation.orgCIEE Global Navigator www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/gap-yearCross-Cultural Solutions www.crossculturalsolutions.org/gap-year-programsGap at Glen Brook www.gapatglenbrook.orgGlobal Citizen Year www.globalcitizenyear.orgHigh Mountain Institute www.hminet.org/2019/04/16/gap-a-festive-final-expeditionNational Outdoor Leadership School www.info.nols.edu/gap-yearOmprakash www.omprakash.orgOutward Bound www.outwardbound.orgPacific Discovery www.pacificdiscovery.orgRaleigh International Expeditions www.raleighinternational.org/volunteerRidge Mountain Academy www.ridgeacademy.comRustic Pathways Gap Year www.rusticpathways.com/gap-yearThe Leap www.theleap.co.ukThinking Beyond Borders www.thinkingbeyondborders.org/gap-year-programsWarriors Academy www.warriors.co.za/homeWhere There Be Dragons www.wheretherebedragons.comWinterline Global Skills Program www.winterline.comYear On www.yearon.comYouth International www.youthinternational.org