The Next Step
Junior Info Session
Speaker: Mr. Giordano
Agenda
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The application process
The college selection process
The cost
Realistic choices “Will I get in?”
Getting to know the college
The SAT and ACT
Deadlines
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Resources
The Application Process
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Step one – Conduct research and develop a list of at least 6-10 colleges
Step two - Visit those colleges by attending an open house and/or college fairs.
Step three – Speak with an admissions or financial aid rep. regarding
scholarships. Visit school websites for scholarship info.
Step four – The student must complete the online application. This includes, if
required, the essay and/or personal statement.
Step five – Submit payment online, or provide the check/money order to the
college counselor to be mailed out with student transcript. If you qualify for a
fee waiver, then make sure that it is included with your transcript once you have
requested one.
Step six – The student must submit a transcript request form to his guidance
counselor.
Step seven – The student must submit an envelope addressed to each institution
that he has applied to. Envelopes can be found in the college counselor office.
No postage required. **If the student HAS used the COMMONAPP or the
SUNY-APP to submit the application, then a transcript will be sent
automatically (no transcript request form is required).
Step eight – The student must be sure to submit any materials (essay, personal
statement, application supplements, letters of recommendation, etc..) that he
would like sent out with the transcript.
What do I want to be
when I grow up?
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Look at interests and hobbies
Most students enter college undecided
Being undecided IS OK and expected, which is why the
best college experience emphasizes broad-based liberal
arts curriculum for the first two years
Career interests changes an average of four times
For more information on possible careers visit
http://online.onetcenter.org/ or www.collegeboard.com.
If the student has low math grades and/or low SAT math
scores, he may not want to initially select premed/engineering as an indtended major. This may result
in a more critical review of his application. Consider
undecided or social science as an alternative.
The College Selection Process
Always keep in mind that the
best college for the student
may not be the MOST
selective one, but the one
that best matches your
students’ desires, goals,
objectives and abilities.
Narrowing the Choices
Competitiveness
Career/Major
College Visits
Some friendly advice
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Consider limiting your choices to 8-10
applications. Applying to too many schools
can be overwhelming
Students that apply to too many schools often
miss important deadlines and receive less
scholarship money.
Focusing on fewer schools makes it easier to
track the applications and often results in a
more favorable outcome and more financial
aid.
Approach to Ranking
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First Choice
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Second Choice
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Almost all of the characteristics
looking for
Third & Fourth Choice
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Dream School
Most Competitive
Most of the characteristics
looking for
Fifth & Sixth Choice
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Safety Net
Things to Consider During
the College Search Process
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G.P.A./Test Scores of average
student compared with that of
your child
Location and Environment
Type of University
University size
Type of Student Body
Cost
Miscellaneous considerations
All of this info. is easily
accessible at
www.collegeboard.com
Types of Universities
State Universities (SUNY)
4 year/2 year
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Colleges
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Universities
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Community Colleges
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Technical Schools
City Universities (CUNY)
4 year/2 year
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Colleges
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Community Colleges
Private Universities
4 year
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Wide range of private schools
Out-of-State Public Institutions
4 year/2 year
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Pay out of state tuition (Penn State, UConn, Rutgers)
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Where can I get this information?
The collegeboard.com website is a one-stopshop for information about individual
institutions.
Admissions for (S)tudents (W)ith
(D)isabilities
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If you have been diagnosed with a developmental or
physical disability be sure to inform the college
admissions staff early on in the process.
Many schools offer special admissions programs for
SWD as well as grants and scholarships.
Be sure to update your testing prior to your senior year.
Most institutions of higher learning will require testing to
have been updated/completed within one year of
admissions.
For more information please visit the Department of
Education at
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/transition.html.
State Universities www.suny.edu
•Application completed online
•One application for all SUNY schools.
•$50 per school.
•Some schools require supplements.
•Supplements can be found and completed on the SUNY website.
•Transcripts and recommendations are submitted electronically.
SUNY Albany
SUNY Alfed University
SUNY Alfred State College
SUNY at New Paltz
SUNY at Oswego
SUNY at Potsdam
SUNY at Stony Brook University
SUNY Binghamton University
SUNY Buffalo State
SUNY Canton
SUNY Cobleskill
SUNY College at Brockport
SUNY College at Old
Westbury
SUNY College at Oneonta
SUNY College of
Environmental Science and
Forestry
SUNY Cortland
SUNY Delhi
SUNY Fashion Institute of
Technology
SUNY Geneseo
SUNY Fredonia
SUNY Maritime
SUNY Morrisville State
College
SUNY Orange County
Community College
SUNY Plattsburgh
SUNY Purchase College
SUNY University at Buffalo
SUNY Westchester
Community College
SUNYIT
2010-11 Typical Expenses for Undergraduate Students at a SUNY College
(Best buy for a student in New York)
EOP GUIDELINES
BASED ON 1040
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I will be happy to review your most recent
(2011) 1040 to determine eligibility.
To apply for EOP be certain to check the
appropriate box on the SUNY application
online.
Binghamton University
University at Albany (My Alma mater)
University at Albany (My Alma mater)
University of Stony Brook
SUNY Geneseo
2011 Best Values in Public Colleges
How did I get this information?
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Go to http://en.wikipedia.org/
Type in the schools name under search.
Go to table of contents
Click on rankings
The same can be done with any institution.
City Universities
www.cuny.edu
•CUNY application filed online.
•$65 dollars for 6 schools.
•Don’t require supplements, recommendations, or essays.
•Only Baruch College recommends a supplement found on their web site
•List schools in rank order.
•One transcript sent out to CUNY UAPC. Labels in my office
•ALL CUNY schools require SAT
•Will most
likely require an assessment test for admission
Baruch
College
Baruch College
Hostos Community College
Borough of Manhattan Community
Hunter College
College
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Bronx Community College
Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn College
LaGuardia Community College
City College
Lehman College
College of Staten Island
Medgar Evers College
Queens College
New York City College of Technology
Queensborough Community College
New Community College TBA July 2012
York College
Average cost of attending a CUNY in 2010 is $11,398
SEEK and College Discovery
(S)earch for (E)ducation, (E)levation, and
(K)nowledge (SEEK)
SEEK was designed to open the door to higher education
for New York City students who have the ability to obtain
a college education, but have not demonstrated their
academic potential and have been impeded by the lack of
economic resources. SEEK offers eligible students
financial aid, academic support, and advising services
while attending college. SEEK is only available at
CUNY's senior colleges (4-year programs).
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SEEK and College Discovery
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(C)ollege (D)iscovery (CD)
College Discovery was designed to
provide individual support to students
who desire a college education, but are
academically and financially challenged.
CD offers academic support, financial
aid, workshops, and counseling
services to participants. CD is only
offered at CUNY's community colleges
(2-year programs).
SEEK & CD
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To apply for these programs be certain that
when filling out the CUNY Online application
you check the appropriate box and fill in the
required income information.
CUNY Baruch College
CUNY Queens College
CUNY City College
Private Universities
Adelphi University
Babson College
Berkeley College
Boston College
Boston University
Bowdoin College
Brockport College
Canisius College
Catholic University
Clarkson University
Colgate University
College of Mount Saint Vincent
College of Staten Island
Columbia University
Concordia College
Daemen College
Daniel Webster College
Delaware State University
Dominican College
Drexel University
Fairfield University
Felician College
Fordham University
Hartford University
Hartwick College
Hofstra University
Western Connecticut State
Iona College
Ithaca College
LaSalle University
LeMoyne College
Long Island University
Manhattan College
Marist College
Marymount College
Molloy College
New York Institute of
Technology
New York University
Niagara University
Pace University
Polytechnic University
Post University
Quinnipiac University
Rochester Inst. Technology
Sage College of Albany
Seton Hall University
St. Bonaventure University
St. Francis College
St. Francis College
Xavier University
•Applications should be filled
out online.
•Range in price from free to
$80. Payable by check,
credit card, money order or
fee waiver.
•May require essays and
recommendations.
•Check website for details.
St. John's University
St. Michael's College
St. Peter's College
St. Thomas Aquinas
College
Syracuse University
U S Military Acad. @
West Point
University of Bridgeport
University of California
University of Chicago
University of New Haven
University of Rochester
University of Scranton
University of Vermont
US Naval Academy at
Annapolis
Utica University
Vanderbilt University
Villanova University
Wells College
Average cost of attending a private
school
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Tuition costs, including room and board, on average cost
$34,132 per year.
Tuition alone on average costs $25,143.
Many college students don't pay sticker price. 63 percent of
students receive some form of aid, either loans, grants or both.
On average, full-time students at private institutions get about
$9,600 in aid in the form of grants and tax benefits.
About 56 percent of students enrolled at four-year colleges or
universities attend institutions that charge tuition and fees of
less than $9,000 per year.
(H)igher (E)ducation (O)pportunity (P)rogram
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Similar to SEEK/EOP Financial guidelines,
but for select New York State Private Schools.
Each school will inform you if you qualify
based on information provided on the FAFSA.
Be certain to check the HEOP box on the
online application.
For a full list of schools visit
http://www.heop.org/guidelineroster/institutional-roster/
2011 Best Values in Private Colleges
Best Values:
 http://www.kiplinger.com/magazine/archives/b
est-values-in-private-colleges-2010-2011.html.
Other Rankings:
 http://www.usnews.com/sections/rankings/
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http://www.princetonreview.com/college-rankings.aspx
The Common App.
http://www.commonapp.org
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The Common Application is a not-for-profit organization that
serves students and member institutions by providing an
admission application – online and in print – that students may
submit to any of our nearly 300 members.
One application for over 300 schools.
Requires supplements for each school. Supplements can be found
at common app. Website.
There is no charge to students to use the Common Application.
The only fee involved is the specific institutional application fee,
payable directly to the college/university. Some schools waive or
reduce the application fee for those students who apply
electronically. You can use Common App Online
(http://app.commonapp.org ) to apply via the Internet.
Many colleges offer fee waivers for applicants from low-income
families. If you have participated in the College Board's SAT
Program Fee Waiver Service, you may also be eligible to waive
application fees at the colleges to which you are applying.
The Commonapp and Forms
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Students can request that their teachers and
guidance counselors submit transcripts and
recommendations online. For this year’s
current seniors I have submitted all documents
electronically for commonapp schools.
Students are reminded that all other nonparticipating private schools require that
transcripts and recommendation letters are sent
through the mail.
The Commonapp counselor
recommendation
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Anyone using the commonapp will be required
to obtain a counselor recommendation. For
this to occur, the student must enter the
counselor’s name and e-mail address under the
forms section of the application. It is also
recommended that the student email a copy of
their resume and a short bio to their counselor
or you can complete the college questionnaire
from my website at
http://www.admissionsandaid.com/collegequestionnaire.html/.
Considerations for College
Admission Boards
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Academic achievement/class rank
2. Test scores: SAT/ACT
3. Personal profile
Other Considerations . . .
Grades
Test Scores
Activities
Essay
Letter(s)
of
Recommendation
Interview
Awards
Ability
to
Pay
Class Rank
Extracurricular activities
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Extracurricular activities are only good if they are
consistent and complement a strong academic record.
Do not sacrifice grades for activities.
Grades and SAT scores are still the most important
factors in the admissions process.
Habitat for Humanity, National Honor Society and
other such organizations can help in the application
process, but only if the grades and SAT scores are in
the range of what the school is looking for.
Incoming Freshmen un-weighted
G.P.A.’s and SAT (CR+Math)
Scores for Non-(H)EOP applicants
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Highly competitive - *3.8/93/1300 (Ivies)
Very competitive - *3.6/91/1200
Competitive - *3.5/90/1100
Somewhat competitive -*3.0/85/1000
Open - High School Diploma
Core GPA - English, Math, Science,
History, and Foreign Language
* Scores may differ for special programs
such as (H)EOP.
SENIOR YEAR GRADES
A.K.A. Mid-Year Report
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With the number of applications being considered at
each school on the rise, the process has become more
competitive.
As a result of this, a student’s Mid-Year Senior grades
have played an increasingly important role. In fact,
senior grades can easily make or break an admissions
decision.
Remind your student to stay focused during his senior
year. Make sure he receives his early vaccination for
Senioritis.
Meeting with
Representatives
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College Visits in designated
classrooms.
Visit colleges on your own!
Information Sessions/Open Houses.
(Visit school websites to find out
the dates of upcoming open
houses.)
Most schools will allow you to tour
their facilities on a daily basis. Call
ahead for information. Consider
Scheduling a road trip to visit
several schools at once.
Big Apple College Fair
http://www.bigapplecollegefairs.com/search.htm
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Workshops on Financial Aid
One-to-One Counseling
Over 200 institutions
DATES & LOCATIONS TBA (Expect dates in
October)
NACAC College Fair
BEST COLLEGE FAIR OUT THERE
http://www.nacacnet.org/MemberPortal/Events/CollegeFairs/
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Location:
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center of New York
Hall 1A
655 W. 34th Street
New York, NY 10001-1188
212/216-2000
Transportation and Directions
Parking
Fair Hours:
Sunday, April 22, 2012
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Riverbank State Park College Fair
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When: Saturday March 3rd, 2012
Time: 12 Noon – 4 PM
Where: Riverbank State Park, 145th Street and
Riverside Drive, Manhattan
Cost: Free
Free workshops in admissions prep, SAT, financial
aid, careers in medicine, opportunities in the music
industry, and more.
For additional information contact: Pat Vitucci, College
Fair Coordinator, 212
SUNY College Nights:
SUNY Center for Student Recruitment (CSR)
33 West 42nd Street - New York, NY
New York, NY
https://www.suny.edu/student/event_listing/event_detail.cfm?eid=111&etyp=STUDENTEVE
NTS&mindt=2012-03-28%2000:00:00.0&maxdt=2012-05-02%2000:00:00.0&etypid=1
Which SUNY Are You?
Date
Start Time
Location
03/28/2012
5:30 pm
SUNY Center for Student Recruitment (CSR)
College of Optometry, Schwarz Theater
New York, NY
View Location Information
View Special Program Notes
Register Now!
04/11/2012
5:30 pm
SUNY Center for Student Recruitment (CSR)
College of Optometry, Schwarz Theater
New York, NY
View Location Information
View Special Program Notes
Register Now!
05/02/2012
5:30 pm
SUNY Center for Student Recruitment (CSR)
College of Optometry, Schwarz Theater
New York, NY
View Location Information
View Special Program Notes
Register Now!
Other Fairs
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NYC National Hispanic Day 1 College Fair
Mon, Apr 16, 2012 9:30 am-12:30 pm
Lehman College
Apex Center- Auxiliary Gym
250 Bedford Park Blvd. West
Bronx, New York 10468
NYC National Hispanic Day 2 College Fair
Tue, Apr 17, 20129:30 am-12:30 pm
Lehman College
Apex Center- Auxiliary Gym
250 Bedford Park Blvd. West
Bronx, New York 10468
Latino College Expo
Mar 17,2012 12pm-3pm
New York University
SAT & ACT
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Both the SAT & the ACT can be taken this year.
The majority of schools will accept either the
SAT or the ACT.
Must include TAPCo School code (330838)
during registration in order to include SAT/ACT
scores on student’s transcript.
Juniors should register for the May 5th SAT by
April 6th to avoid late fees.
ww.collegeboard.com
Juniors can also register for the June ACT
www.act.org or the SAT II Subject tests
SAT Continued
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All juniors should have an account at www.collegeboard.com.
This is the website used to register for the SAT.
In order to register for the SAT your son must remember his
username and password. If he does not remember, do not
create a duplicate account. This may prevent him from
registering.
To retrieve a username or password follow the instructions at
the Collegeboard website. If you are experiencing technical
difficulties contact collegeboard at 1-888-SAT-HELP (7284357)
Once logged in, follow the instructions to “register for SAT I”
It is not recommended for Juniors to take the SAT II unless
required by their teacher. Some Colleges require taking at
least two SAT IIs which can be taken in their senior year. An
SAT II is a subject area exam administered by the
Collegeboard.
2012 SAT Test Dates
SAT Date
SAT Subject Tests
Available
Mar 10
SAT Test
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Date*
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Apr
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SAT and ACT Cont…
To sum up, I recommend taking:
 The May 5th 2012 SAT I
nd SAT Subject tests (If applicable)
 The June 2
 The October, 2012 SAT I
 The November SAT IIs if required OR
 The SAT I if you were not satisfied with
previous scores.
SAT PREP
Options Program @ Goddard
Riverside Community Center
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593 Columbus Avenue, New York, NY 10024
212-873-6600 212-595-6498 or options@goddard.org,
Free or reduced cost College and Career Guidance and Counseling & SAT
Prep!!!!!! Serving teens, mostly high school seniors, as well as adults. The program
includes the following:
 Counseling regarding college and career choices for teens, mostly high school
seniors
 Preparation for the SAT and other college entrance tests
 Assistance with college applications
 Assistance with scholarships and financial aid
 Counseling regarding college and career choices for adults who want to return
to school or change careers
 "Early Awareness" counseling for junior high school students, to help them
select the right courses and "track" in high school
 $20 deposit required. This deposit is refunded upon completion of the
program.
Let’s Get Ready @ Fordham
University
ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
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AFFILIATION: This program is coordinated and taught by Fordham University
student volunteers in collaboration with the Fordham Partnership Schools Organization.
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DATES/TIMES:
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Classes will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 7:30. A mandatory family/student
orientation will be held on Tuesday, February 7. An intro session for students will be held on
Thursday, February 9.
All participating students must attend practice SATs on Saturday, February 11 and Saturday,
April 21.
All students must sign up for the May 5 SAT.
LOCATION: Fordham Leadership Academy for Business and Technology, 500 East
Fordham Road, Bronx, NY 10458. Directions.
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: The spring program is open to high school juniors.
Priority consideration will be given to students who exhibit economic need and are firstgeneration college bound who attend partner schools. To apply click here.
COLLEGE STUDENTS: If you'd like to coach, click here to apply.
FOR MORE INFO: Contact Denisse and Rose at fordham.lgr@gmail.com or contact
Steve atswaniak@letsgetready.org .
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THE DOOR
SERVICES: Offers young people ages 12-21 comprehensive educational (including free
SAT prep), health, nutritional and counseling programs, as well as legal services for
young people in need of civil legal representation.
More information: http://www.door.org/index.html
COLLEGE DIRECTIONS PROGRAM at Kingsbridge Heights Community Center
SERVICES: CDP provides Bronx residents with college preparation, information, and
assistance. See website for full list of services. All services are free of charge.
More information: http://www.khcc-nyc.org/programs/ypcd.htm
EXPANDED HORIZONS
SERVICES: The goal of Expanded Horizons is to help disadvantaged young people
achieve acceptance into college. The program empowers youth by engaging them in
educational, recreational, and preparatory activities ranging from college trips and SAT
preparation classes to individual counseling and workshops.
More
information: http://www.henrystreet.org/site/DocServer/061222_yth_EHprogDesc.pdf?do
cID=1881
MINDS MATTER
SERVICES: Minds Matter pairs high-achieving, low-income high school students with
dedicated mentors to achieve academic excellence and expand educational horizons. By
working with their mentors and attending top-tier summer college prep programs, Minds
Matter's students gain academic and social enrichment while strengthening their college
applications. Program activities include researching and selecting summer programs
and/or colleges/universities, preparing applications, applying for scholarships and
financial aid, and attending weekly Test Prep and Writing & Critical Thinking classes.
Applicants apply during the spring of their freshman year. More
information: http://www.mindsmatter.org
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THE OPTIONS PROGRAM at Goddard Riverside Community Center
SERVICES: Free SAT preparation and can make free counseling with well-trained
private college counselors. Available for all grade-levels.
More information: http://www.goddard.org/options.html
BRONX HIGH SCHOOL OF SCIENCE
SERVICES: They have compiled a thorough list of resources on their website.
Calling any one of the centers listed on this site will lead you to someone who can
help guide you to find a program that is right for you.
More information: http://www.bxscience.edu/college_resources.jsp?rn=9307713
THE HARLEM CENTER FOR EDUCATION
SERVICES: Free summer classes for SAT and college prep.
More information: http://www.harlemctred.com/
LEARNING LEADERS
SERVICES: Places tutors in NYC public schools with knowledge ranging from
SAT prep to GED tutoring.
More
information: http://www.learningleaders.org/?gclid=CKzAqZH75J0CFRBM5Qod
gHSZMQ
THE COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY DOUBLE DISCOVERY PROGRAM
SERVICES: A range of free services that include taking free SAT prep classes,
having access to Columbia University tutors to help with their academic work,
and college or career information.
More information: http://www.columbia.edu/cu/college/ddc/index.html
Third Party Prep. Programs
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http://www.kaptest.com/.
http://www.princetonreview.com/home.asp.
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Average cost $1,000+
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USING THE PSAT TO
PRACTICE FOR SAT
Your Online Access Code
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After creating a collegeboard account be sure to click on
“my college quickstart” to enter in your online access code
which is found at the top right hand corner of your PSAT
score report.
Entering your online access code will permit you access to
your PSAT online.
My College Quickstart
Free, personalized
college and career
planning kit:
• My Online Score
Report
• My SAT Study Plan
(for high school students)
• My College Matches
• My Major & Career
Matches
TEST OPTIONAL
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Many schools will allow you to go "test optional." This means
that you can tell a school that you do not want them to use
your SAT scores during the review of your application. Some
schools that allow this will ask you to either write an
additional essay or submit a graded writing sample such as a
paper. Be sure to keep your graded papers, particularly if you
received a high grade. Follow this link to see which schools
are "test optional." Some schools include: The Fashion
Institute of Technology, Long Island University Brooklyn,
Manhattanville, Marist, NYU, Saint Lawrence University,
SUNY Potsdam, SUNY Delhi, Union College, Utica College,
and Wagner College.
Application Deadlines
Early Decision
Early Action
Rolling Admission
Fixed Deadlines
Binding agreement--if admitted
student MUST attend--usually 11/1
or 11/15. Most schools are moving
away from this option.
Non-binding early application,
student decisions are made early.
Usually in November.
No fixed deadlines, decisions are
made from 11/1 - 4/1
Deadlines vary – Check at the
institution’s website for details.
SHOULD I APPLY EARLY
DECISION???
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Answer: It depends…For example at NYU the
acceptance rate for all applicants was 28.4%,
whereas for early decision it was 33.3%.
A higher percentage were accepted under early
decision.
Not always the case
Some schools will defer you to regular
admissions if you are not accepted under early
decision, others will not. Contact the
admissions office to clarify.
ATHLETES
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If your student plans on participating in Division I or Division
II athletics he must register with the NCAA.
This process costs $60
It involves an evaluation of the students GPA and SAT/ACT
scores on a sliding scale.
Register at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net.
After registration print out the transcript request form an have
your son bring it to my office.
Fee waivers are available to students who were income eligible
for a fee waiver for the SAT.
If your son is not being actively recruited by college coaches,
chances are that he will not be able to play at the Division I or
II level.
Fear you'll never be able afford college tuition?
Schools are feeling your pain. More colleges and
universities, both public and private, are trying
to make themselves less expensive -- and more
attractive -- by experimenting with ways to offset
rising costs and mounting debt.
Approximately 50 higher-education institutions, from Amherst College to Yale
University, are making attempts to lower the burden. New programs include freezing
tuition, offering grants over loans, and changing financial-aid formulas to lower
families' contributions. Unlike past efforts that mostly focused on helping lowerincome students, these new moves are also aimed at helping more affluent families
feel less pain.
In 2001, Princeton was the first to announce it would replace ALL STUDENT LOANS
with GRANTS and not ask low-income families to contribute funds for undergraduate
education. Other Ivies like Harvard, Yale and Columbia soon said they would do the
same. Harvard does not ask families with incomes under $60,000 to contribute
ANYTHING, and it also reduced the expected contribution amount for families making
$60,000 to $80,000.
Financial Aid...To be continued in
December…Exact Date and Time TBA
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FAFSA (FREE APPLICATION)
Used to qualify for ALL federal
aid. (fafsa.ed.gov)
Required at all institutions
Available online in December.
Make sure it is for the 20132014 school year.
Must be filed beginning January
1, 2013 using 2012 1040.
Plan to have 1040 completed in
January in order to meet financial
Aid Deadlines
Deadlines vary per institution.
www.FAFSA.GOV NOT .com
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CSS Profile required for some
schools. Deadline for Profile
precedes FAFSA
2 step process
Required at most private
institutions, and for other
scholarships
The fee for the initial application
and one college or program report is
$25. Additional reports are $16.
Payment may be made via credit
card, debit card (Visa or MC) or
online check. A limited number of
fee waivers are granted
automatically — based on the
information entered on the
PROFILE application — to students
who are first-time college applicants
and are from families with very low
Institutional Scholarships
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Some institutions offer scholarships to students,
both merit (for academic achievement) and needbased (based on 1040).
Every school differs.
Usually all scholarships require completion of
FAFSA, regardless of income.
Visit the school’s website. (usually located under
the admissions sections of website.)
Apply Early!!!!!! Usually by December BUT AS
EARLY AS OCTOBER .
MY WEBSITE
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To download this presentation and other
materials visit my website at:
www.admissionsandaid.com.
Fall 2012 Reminders
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Students should narrow college choices--6 to 8 applications should
suffice. CUNY counts as one.
Register for October SAT (date TBA).
Turn in all paperwork to guidance office
Get going on the Essay! (English and/or computer teachers will
assist in class). Essays vary per school. Essays usually ask for a
personal statement about the students life. For an idea of college
essays visit www.commonapp.org to create an account.
Ask teachers to write recommendations (ASAP). Use the teacher
recommendation form located in Mr. Giordano’s office. Be sure to
give teachers enough time, usually one month notice. The more time
they have to write the letter and the more information they have on
you the better the quality of the letter. Consider creating a resume to
hand in with your recommendation request.
Students must be sure to schedule an appointment to meet with their
college advisor in the fall…BE PREPARED.
Sources of Information
www.fastweb.com
www.scholarships.com
www.collegeboard.com
www.usnews.com
www.act.org/path/parent
www.petersons.com/
www.suny.edu.
http://www.hsf.net/
http://www.hesc.com/.
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 http://www.collegescholarships.com/100college.htm.
 http://www.finaid.org/scholarships/.
 http://www.fastaid.com.
 www.ncaaclearinghouse.net.
 www.fafsa.gov.
 http://www.nysfaaa.org.
 www.college.gov
 www.admissionsandaid.com.
Questions
If you have any questions
please contact me at a later
date.
Contact Information:
James Giordano
TAPCoCounselor@gmail.com
www.admissionsandaid.com.
Also visit me on facebook.
**Best way to contact me is
through e-mail!!