Post High School Planning for Parents
JMM Counseling Department2014-2015
Counselor Assignments
All counselors are 9 – 12. You are assigned by neighborhood and last name unless you
are an ELL student. Fox
Amy Olson (A – O) Sherry Lucille (P – Z) Rock
Dan Maloney (A – O) Sherry Lucille (P – Z) Wisconsin
Joe Hamel (A- O) Len Mormino (P – Z) Wolf
Troy Arneson (A – O) Len Mormino (P – Z) ELL
Ying Vang
AGENDA
Post High School Options Admissions for Various Options Financial Aid/Scholarships Preparing Now for Post High School
1. Post High School Options
WORK
MILITARY APPRENTICESHIPS
SPECIALTY SCHOOLS
TECHNICAL SCHOOLS
2 YEAR COLLEGES
4 YEAR COLLEGES
Maybe they want to….
GO TO WORK: Earn $ right away Experience Explore Careers Clarify Educational Goals Save Money for College Get Motivated Low pay Skills get rusty? Limited Opportunities Poor job security and
benefits
Maybe they want to….
DO AN APPRENTICESHIP:
Earn while you learn Good pay/benefits Little to no costs High earning potential
(remember the elevator operator?)
Limited career options
Sometimes they want to….
JOIN THE MILITARY:
No tuition Many careers Earn while you
learn Travel 6+ Branches Bound to enlisted
time High risk
Maybe they want to….
GO TO A SPECIALTY SCHOOL:
Classes just in your area
Many are 2 years Usually small
classes Pay Tuition Limited to 1 career
field
Maybe they want to….
GO TO A TECH SCHOOL: Many programs 2 years or less High income potential Transfer to a 4 year Great job placement Low tuition/ Save $$ Get your game on without as many distractions Some programs have
waiting lists
Maybe they want to….
GO TO A 2 YEAR COLLEGE:
Small classes Low Tuition Transfer to a 4 year
(guaranteed transfer options)
Not all have housing options
Maybe they want to….
GO TO A 4-YEAR COLLEGE:
2200+ Schools Many majors Many higher paying
careers 4+ year commitment High tuition costs Not all majors lead to
careers
Maybe they want to….
HOLD YOUR BREATH….
TAKE A GAP YEAR!
Possibilities:-Work- Appreciate the dollar-Travel- The further you go, the more you
find yourself-Explore Careers and Programs-Mature-Internships-Volunteer-Get close to family
Some Salary Statistics…..In 2011, the median of earnings for young adults with:
a bachelor's degree was $45,000
an associate’s degree was $37,000 (more with an apprenticeship)
a HS diploma was $30,000
no HS diploma was $22,900 National Center on Educational Statistics
Turn and talk with the person next to you (stranger, preferrably)
Answer for each other 1 of the following:
What post-secondary option was your first choice at this point in life and why?
Or
What post-secondary option do you think your student is most considering at this point?
How will they decide?
JUNIOR YEAR IS THE TIME TO: THINK! ASK! LOOK AT WEBSITES! EXPLORE CAREERS (NOW) VISIT PROGRAMS/SCHOOLS/CAMPUSES!
(NOW)
What is your role as parent/guardian?
Coach?
Advisor?
CEO? Administrative Assistant?
Guide?
Secretary?
Which Option is Best?
KNOW YOUR STUDENT’S: Strengths and
Weaknesses Interests and Values Life Goals Career Goals
Where will your student be in 5 years? 10 years?
2016
2021
2026
Which Option is Best? (cont’d) Academics
GPA ACT/SAT Score High School Course
of Study
Program/Career Area What are your
student’s favorite classes, hobbies, work experience, dream careers, etc.?
Hints: What do they like to naturally do when nobody asks them to? What are they curious about?
Which Option is Best? (cont’d)
Important details Location Size Housing Demographics Activities, athletics,
etc.
Length of program How much does
your student like school and how long will he/she be in school?
Which Option is Best? (cont’d) Cost will be an important factor Talk with students NOW Examples:
MATC - $125 – 175/credit ▪ 12 credits is around $1500 (around $3000 for
tuition for 1 year) MIAD - $34,000/year UW Richland - $11,000/year* UW Platteville - $14,500/year* UW Madison - $19,000/year*
*includes tuition, room, & board
Add a step or 2 with each level of education
2. Admissions
Work Diploma
Military Diploma + ASVAB
Apprenticeship Diploma + Interview + Possible Exam + Possible Drug Test
Specialty School Diploma + GPA + Possible ACT + Possible Portfolio/Work Experience + Possible Interview
Technical School Diploma + Placement Exam
2 Year College Diploma + ACT/Placement Exam + GPA + Minimum Core Credits
4 Year College Diploma + GPA + ACT/SAT + Core Credits + Personal Statement + Possible Recommendations + Extra-curriculars
Admissions Examples (ON AVERAGE)
UW Whitewater
3.20 GPA 21 ACT 3 years Math,
Science, Social Studies
4 years English
UW MADISON
3.8 GPA 28 ACT 4 years Math,
Science, Social Studies, English
2 years minimum World Language
Holistic Review: An evaluation of the entire person
Colleges/Universities will look at many factors: Extra-curricular, Service, Work, Talents, Statement,
Letters of Rec, Leadership, Etc.
Example from UW Systems Admissions Process will Include:
an individual, holistic review of the applicant a review of academic and non-academic factors a consideration of the student's potential for
success a consideration of the student's ability to
contribute to the educational environment
Application Process
Apply next fall but can start prepping now: Build personal resume Brainstorm personal statement ideas▪ Example from UW Systems: Please tell us
about the particular life experiences, talents, commitments and/or interests you will bring to our specific campus that will enrich our community.
Ask teachers this spring for letters of rec if needed
Application Process (cont’d)
Send transcripts through Parchment.com Sign up at any time for your account
Application Process (cont’d)
Take ACT or SAT this spring All students will take ACT with
Writing on March 2015 Scores can count!
Register online for both tests See your counselor for a fee waiver if
needed (2 per test maximum) Most Memorial students take the ACT
and take it more than once
Test Dates
ACT Dates 2014-2015
Sept 13, 2014 Feb 7, 2015
Oct 25, 2014 April 18, 2015
Dec 13, 2014 June 13, 2015
SAT Dates 2014-2015
October 11, 2014
January 24, 2015
November 8, 2014
March 14, 2015
December 6, 2014
May 2, 2015
June 6, 2015
PSAT/NMSQT
Practice SAT test
National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
Saturday, October 18
National Merit Explained▪ 1.4 million students
take the PSAT▪ 8,200 become
National Merit Scholars▪ 15 – 25 Memorial
students each year ▪ Some colleges will
give free tuition just for being a National Merit candidate
3. Financial Aid & Scholarships Financial Aid
Grants Loans Work Study Need Based January of Senior
Year
Financial will be different for different institutions More expensive the
institution the higher the need
Attend: Paying for College Night, October 13, 2014, 7:00 pm
& Financial Aid Night Next December!
Scholarships
Many different categories
Mostly found online Student Services
Bulletin Fastweb.com Meritaid.com
Local Scholarships Application in
December Committee of all
departments choose winners
Schools/Programs have school specific scholarships check website, call
financial aid office
Reminder for Athletes
Division I & II schools require an NCAA Clearinghouse form to be filled out after the junior year.
Fill out online: www.eligibilitycenter.org See your coach or counselor to
discuss this if you plan to play Division I or II athletics.
Thinking of next year….
Fulfill graduation requirements
Fulfill entrance requirements
Take a rigorous course load
Keep your grades up
Consider AP or Youth Options for college credit
Take a minimum of 5 courses for athletic eligibility
Meet with college admissions counselors, military recruiters, etc, now to get more info
What questions do you still have?
THANKS FOR YOUR TIME!