Korean UniversitiesA Pathway to Success

March 14, 2013

Agenda

Welcome

Introduction of Counselors

Thank you to Mrs. Soomi Suh

Naviance - Mr. Chris Polley

New Guidelines

Processing applications-Korea/US

Mr. Polley will give you some basic instructions to help you navigate through the Naviance program. How many of you are already registered? See Mrs. Beebe for sign-up instructions.

Naviance

A database for world-wide college searches, career exploration,self-discovery

Parents, students, teachers, counselors have accounts; counselors have access to all accounts

Guidelines From AboveKorean government has capped the number of “programs” (not universities) to which students may apply -6- total

SAS students apply to 10 programs anywhere in the world; 10-6=4 (4 to other countries)

Exception: KAIST - may apply to additional programs;it counts in the “10”

KAIST allows students to apply to more than 6 programs but be mindful thatevery program counts as “one’ towards the ten allowable.

(More) Guidelines Most universities do not require TOEFL

Most are not interested in acceptances from other universities (verify with applying university)

Most do not need a chop on transcripts from Korean Consulate until student is enrolled;then student takes “official” transcript to Consulate for a “chop”

Generally speaking, most, not all and this is where student research comesinto play, do not require TOEFL, “chop” on transcripts until student is admitted and enrolled.

Entrance Requirements

Entry requirements vary from university to university

Research early! Plan accordingly!

Students should research the requirements for every program to which they will apply, make an excel sheet for comparison, and follow the guidelines.

In the beginning.....

Grade 12 students pick-up a Korean University Cover Sheet from Mrs. Beebe

Student and parent meet with counselor, by April 22, to discuss plans

Students begin the processes of applying by picking up a Korean College CoverSheet from Mrs. Beebe. Grade 12 students and their parents, must meet with the counselor, by April 22 to discuss plans. Be honest!!! If student is planning on applying to US and Korea,let the counselor know so he/she can best advise

Packets

Two packets will go to universities; A Student Application Packet (prepared by student and mailed by student or SAS) and an SAS Document Packet (official documents and prepared and mailed by SAS)

Help Us Help You!

The Student Application Packet - contains documents collected by student - application, verification of service hours, etc., student is responsible for its contents, organization, and packaging

Student or SAS can send-unofficial documents

Two packets will be sent to the applying university - one by SAS and one by the student. One is the Student Application Packet the other theSAS Document Packet . The Student Application Packet is unofficial

Help Us Help You....

The SAS Document Packet - contains transcript, letters of recommendation, school profile letter, certification letter of attendance/ graduation, IB predicted grades

SAS, only, will DHL directly to university with or without the Student App.Packet

Help Us Help You....

The Student Application Packet and the School Document Packet can be sent by DHL, in one package, at the parents’ expense or student can mail the Student Application Packet separately

PLAN and let us help you!

Summer Deadlines

The Student Application Packet and the SAS Document Packet will be prepared, by Tuesday, May 28, along with DHL fees; both can be held to meet summer deadlines

No fapios or receipts can be provided

Recap-Deadlines

April 22 - return Korean Cover Sheet and meet with counselor before this date

May 28 - SAS Document Packet completed (student may add Student Application Packet); both mailed in one package on designated date

Offers!

Please notify us regarding offers! We want to share in the joy!

Congratulations! You (almost) have a graduate!!

US applications

We understand your situation with Korean versus US universities and want to work with you and your student for the best possible outcome.

For many Korean students, Korean universities offer more “bang for the buck” so USuniversities, if top tier, could be an excellent first choice or back up choice. We understand thisand ask that you work with us. Please be forthright in your discussions with us because the more we know the more able we are able to help you and your student reach desired goals.

Junior Year

College Night held in October 2012

Met with Junior Class for Uniquest assignment (college searches, self-reflection, parent/student preferences for universities)that includes surveys

Junior Interview-this spring by May 17

How many of you were able to attend? It had lots of information for students and parents. UCAS,US, Canada, Asian universities. Uniquest helps students and parents focus or clarify plans for life after high school. Almost all are attending university, but where?

Junior Interview

Individual meeting with Counselor to discuss plans after high school based on Naviance surveys-student’s/parent’s

Once surveys are completed, student arranges an appointment with Counselor and parent for discussion

Mr. Polley indicated where to find the surveys. Please have student schedule the Junior Interview no later than Friday, May 17. The meeting will focus on the best plan of action, specific to the student, for his or her intended colleges.

The Holistic Approach

Most schools use an holistic approach for admission (grade point average, SAT scores, essays, activities, letters of recommendation, special talents, legacy)

Most important - transcript!

Most US schools, but not all, use a holistic approach for evaluating students for admission.Across the board the transcript - what is offered, what is taken, grades earned - is the most important factor. SAT are not the most important but strong scores will help.

Unknown Factors

Institutional needs (more female science or engineering students? more architecture students? more full pay students?) These change every year and we are not privy to the needs of the institution

Even though the applicant pool can be overflowing with “academically strong students”, institutional needs can drive admissions! What are they? We don’t know but they often changefrom year to year.

Senior Year

Have firm list of universities by beginning of school

November 28 - all applications completed!

April 1 - notification

May 1 - acceptance of offer

Congratulations!

You will soon be the parent of a high school graduate!

Please see us if you have questions!