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JUNIOR YEAR: A TIME TO EXPLORE
POST HIGH SCHOOL PLANNING & OPTIONS
AGENDA
Reminders Post-High School Options Admissions Prepping Now
REMINDER # 1
22 total credits to GRADUATE! 4 credits English 3 credits Social St. 3 credits Math 3 credits Science 1.5credits Phy. Ed .5 credit Health
REMINDER # 2
Counselor Assignments Fox
Amy Olson (A – P) Sherry Lucille (Q – Z) Rock
Dan Maloney (A – P) Sherry Lucille (Q – Z) Wisconsin
Joe Hamel (A- P) Len Mormino (Q – Z) Wolf
Troy Arneson (A – P) Len Mormino (Q – Z) ELL
Ying Vang
~NAME THAT CAREER~
A person in this occupation: Needs a high school diploma Completes an apprenticeship Earns on average $71,000 per year Can get you out of a sticky situation…..
ELEVATOR INSTALLER AND REPAIRER
~NAME THAT CAREER~
A person in this occupation Needs a bachelor’s degree Can work odd hours Earns on average $27,000 per year May be a local celebrity….
TELEVISION OR RADIO ANNOUNCER
~NAME THAT CAREER~
A person in this occupation Needs a graduate degree Earns on average $42,000 per year Helps many people Can also coach cross country….
Social Worker
Why guess careers?
You need to choose a post-high school option because of what YOU want to do afterwards, not just because…..•Your girlfriend is going there•It looked cool•You look good in a uniform•Etc. Etc.
POST HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONS
WORK MILITARY
APPRENTICESHIPS
SPECIALTY SCHOOLS
TECHNICAL SCHOOLS
2 YEAR COLLEGES
4 YEAR COLLEGES
Which one is right for you? KNOW YOUR:
Strengths and Weaknesses
Interests and Values Life Goals Career Goals
Where will you be in 5 years? 10 years?
2017
2022
2027
Maybe you want to….
GO TO WORK: Earn $ right away Experience Low pay Limited
Opportunities Poor job security
and benefits
Maybe you 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
Maybe you want to….
JOIN THE MILITARY:
No tuition Many careers Earn while you
learn Travel Bound to enlisted
time Could be in war High risk
Maybe you 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 you 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 Some programs
have waiting lists
Maybe you 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 you want to….
GO TO A 4 YEAR COLLEGE:
2200+ Schools Many majors Highest paying
careers 4+ year commitment High tuition costs Not all majors lead to
careers
How will you decide?
JUNIOR YEAR IS THE TIME TO: THINK! ASK! LOOK AT WEBSITES! VISIT CAMPUSES!
What to consider?
Program/Career Area Favorite classes, hobbies, work
experience, dream careers, etc. Length of program
how much do you like school and how long will you be in school?
What to consider (cont’d)?
Admissions requirements Your GPA, test scores, extra-curricular
activities, service, etc. The other details
Location Size Housing Demographics Activities, athletics, etc.
What to consider (cont’d)? Cost will be an important factor Talk with parents NOW Examples:
MATC - $128 – 173/credit ▪ 12 credits is around $1500 (around $3000 for
tuition for 1 year) MIAD - $33,850/year UW Richland - $11,000/year* UW Platteville - $14,500/year* UW Madison - $24,500/year*
*includes tuition, room, & board
Admissions
ADD A STEP OR 2 WITH EACH LEVEL OF EDUCATION
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
Turn and talk with small group
What post-secondary option is your first choice at this point and why? Example: I am hoping to go to a four
year college because I want to get a job in business.
Example: I want to go to a 2 year college because I want a job in photography
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 in March 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 2015-2016
Sept 12, 2015 Feb 6, 2016
Oct 24, 2015 April 9, 2016
Dec 12, 2015 June 11, 2016
SAT Dates 2015-2016
October 3, 2015
January 23, 2016
November 7, 2015
March 5, 2016
December 5, 2015
May 7, 2016
June 4, 2016
Our Favorite Test Prep Resources
Career Cruising “My Plan” Method Test Prep
(bottom left of screen)
20 week course 2 full length exams Practice questions FREE!
JMM ACT Prep Starts in Feb 4 nights (2 hrs each)
and 1 practice test ACT prep book
Summer School ACT/SAT Prep course 6 weeks Regular summer
school class (credit, grade)
FREE!
SAT II (Subject Tests)
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
Utilize All Resources
Counselor Teachers Career Cruising Family and friends Junior Conference Internet College/Program
reps that come to Memorial
OUR WEBSITE!
What questions do you still have?
THANKS FOR YOUR TIME!