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Counseling Services Department
“THE COLLEGE PROCESS”
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High School Graduation Requirements• English 4• Mathematics 3
Algebra I must be included
Science 3 Two of which must have laboratory components
• Social Studies 3 World History (1)
American History (1)Economics(1/2)American Government (1/2)
• Practical/Performing Arts 1• Life Management Skills ½• Physical Education ½• Personal Fitness ½• Electives 10 ½
Class of 2010 and beyond must earn 28 credits
Class of 2009 must earn 26 Credits:
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• In addition, students must achieve a cumulative 2.0 unweighted G.P.A.
• Students must pass the FCAT reading and math tests to receive a standard diploma.
• Certificate of CompletionSpecial notes:
PE elective waiver will receive no credit
High School Graduation Requirements Continued
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The Difference Between Graduation Requirements and
College Entrance RequirementsGraduation Requirements
• Mathematics-Algebra I must be included
• No foreign language required
• Average level classes acceptable
College Entrance Requirements
• Mathematics- Algebra I, Formal Geometry, and Algebra II must be included.
• At least two consecutive years of a foreign language
• A.P., D.E., and Honors are highly recommended for entrance into a 4- year school.
• 4 years of math and science recommended
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Source: ACT Trends 2007 Report; SAT Trends 2007 Report
Correlating ACT Math Scores and Level of Math Class
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Source: ACT Trends 2007 Report; SAT Trends 2007 Report
Correlating SAT Math Scores and Level of Math Class
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How Colleges Recalculate your G.P.A.
• 4- year colleges recalculate the student’s GPA focusing on core academics and upper- level classes.
• RHS weights AP, DE, IB, Pre IB and honors a full quality point.
• Colleges weight IB, DE and AP a full quality point
• Pre IB and honors a half quality point
• Average level classes no quality points.
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A.P. and D.E. Programs
• Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment and IB courses are all desired by colleges on a student’s transcript.
• They are rigorous programs offering college level work.
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Eligibility for A.P. and D.E.
D.E.• 3.0 Cumulative GPA • Qualifying scores on
the CPT, SAT or ACT.
• Pass FCAT
A.P.• Prerequisites/ co-
requisites • Strong grades in
content area courses
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• Web Sites
• Reach College Choices
• Realistic College Choices
•College Visits
•Freshman Profiles
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S.U.S. Matrix for Admissions
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Viewing Freshman Profiles
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Use this information to help determine where you stand
in this school’s applicant pool
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The Application Process
Applications• Online vs. Paper• Deadlines• Essays• Letters of Recommendation• Counselor’s Section• Transcript
“TAP”
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“SENIORITIS NOT ALLOWED”
SENIORS…
STOP
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College Testing Programs
• SAT I
• SAT II
• ACT
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College Testing ProgramsSAT I
• The SAT assesses how well students analyze and solve problems. The skills tested are learned from coursework taken in school. The test is 3 hours and 45 minutes in length. The test contains reading, math and writing sections.
• It also provides a measure of the student’s college readiness and predicts a student’s ability to succeed at the college level. Most colleges will use the student’s scores in the admissions process.
• Current juniors should register to take the test in this spring. The easiest way to do so is online at www.collegeboard.com.
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College Testing Programs
SAT I (continued)• Once registered, students can visit the SAT
Preparation Center at www.collegeboard.com . There, students can take a full length practice test and receive a practice score report.
• Some other ways to prepare for the SAT include test preparation classes, practice books available at local book stores and www.bridges.com . See your counselor for more information.
• The cost of the test is $45.00.
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College Testing Programs
SAT II• The SAT II Subject Tests measure a student’s
knowledge and skills in particular subject area. They also test a student’s ability to use that knowledge. SAT II Subject Tests are not required by all universities and colleges.
• Students may only take 3 subject tests on any one test date.
• Each SAT II Subject test is a one hour multiple choice test.
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College Testing Programs
ACT• The ACT assesses a high school student’s educational development and ability to complete college level work. It is a multiple choice test covering four content areas: English, math, reading, and science. There is also an optional writing test, and colleges are going to require students to submit writing scores.
• Current juniors should also take the ACT. Student’s can register at www.act.org . The website also offers a free practice test.
• The cost of the test is $46.00 including the writing.
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Bright Futures Scholarship Program
Three Types of Awards:
1. Florida Academic
2. Florida Medallion
3. Florida Gold Seal Vocational
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Bright Futures Scholarship ProgramContinued
•Requirements:• Submit Online Application•GPA•Credits•Standardized Test Scores•Florida Resident•Attending a Florida School
•Application Process:•Senior Year•December 1, 2008•Online Application•Transcripts
•Renewal of Scholarship
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Scholarships• Scholarship Scene is available on the School
Board’s website: www.sarasota.k12.fl.us/pss
• Check the scholarship file cabinet weekly!
• Make an appointment with your counselor to discuss the Scholarship Scene and other scholarship opportunities.
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Resources On The Web• Sarasota County School District’s webpage (Scholarship Scene)
www.sarasota.k12.fl.us
•Riverview High School Counseling Services Department:
www.riverviewhs.com
•Florida Academic Counseling and Tracking for Students
www.facts.org•Standardized Testing:
www.collegeboard.comwww.act.org
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Career Development Program
• Career Assessment
• Career Exploration
• Job Shadowing
• Employability Skills
• Employment Assistance
• Executive InternshipMake An Appointment with Ms. Meksraitis Today
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Information from the S.U.S Admissions
Officers• “By 2012, we will have 3 million jobs requiring a
bachelors degree and we won’t have the college graduates to fill them”
~U.S. Secretary of Education Spellings
• “70% of college students are not ready for further learning” (ACT, 2005)
• Half of college students who need remediation drop out.
• 55% of Florida High School graduates are placed in remedial courses at college.
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Information from the S.U.S Admissions Officers Continued
• Freshman who live in dorms have a higher rate of success than those who live off campus.
• A “D” or “F” in a Dual Enrollment course can be cause to have your admission rescinded.Make sure you read and understand the terms of admission!
• The average college student has four credit cards… more students drop out of college due to excessive debt than academic failure!
• Altering your Senior Schedule can have negative consequences in the college admission process if those changes reflect lower level classes
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