2017-18
SCAPPOOSE HIGH SCHOOL
COLLEGE HANDBOOK
www.scappoosehighschoolcounseling.weebly.com
33700 SE High School Way Scappoose, OR 97056
Phone: 971-200-8005 THIS HANDBOOK BELONGS TO: Fax: 503-543-3796
SCHOOL CEEB CODE: 381-060
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
SHS Counseling Department…………………………………………………..3
SHS Counseling Resources……………………………………………………4
College Planning Timelines…………………………………………………..5-8
Post-Secondary Options………………………………………………………9
College Admissions Requirements…………………………………………..10
Application Dictionary………………………………………………………11-12
Naviance……………………………………………………………………..13-15
Letter of Recommendation Survey…………………………………………..16-17
College Visit…………………………………………………………………18
College Entrance Exams……………………………………………………..19-21
Financial Aid…………………………………………………………………22-23
Scholarships………………………………………………………………….24
Scholarship Search Sites……………………………………………………..25
Oregon Promise……………………………………………………………...26-27
Oregon Community College List…………………………………………….27
Oregon 4-Year College & University List…………………………………...28-29
Performing & Visual Arts Schools…………………………………………..30
College Athletics……………………………………………………………..31
Apprenticeship Programs & Trade Schools…………………………………32
United States Military……………………………………………………….33
Student Username & Password List…………………………………………34
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SHS COUNSELING DEPARTMENT:
Our mission is to provide support to each and every student to ensure their academic, career, and personal/social developments are being met. We achieve this through:
. Guidance Curriculum- going into classrooms and teaching
. Individual Planning – assisting students and their parents in development of academic and career plans
. Responsive Services- addressing students’ immediate concerns
. Systemic Support and Integration- including program, staff, and school support activities and services
. Student Advocacy
Students are encouraged to come to the counseling office before school, after school, or during their lunch for drop-in counseling or they may schedule an appointment to meet with their counselor. Parents may call or drop by the SHS counseling office to set-up an appointment.
SHS COUNSELORS:
Britany Phillips Aarin Pinkstaff School Counselor Counselor A-K 971-200-8005 ext. 5018 971-200-8005 ext. 5017 [email protected] [email protected]
Whitney Scott Josie Bradley Counselor L-Z Registrar 971-200-8005 ext. 5119 971-200-8005 ext. 5014 [email protected] [email protected]
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SHS COUNSELING RESOURCES:
COUNSELING WEBSITE:
Stay up-to-date on all happenings of Scappoose High School’s Counseling Department by visiting our website at http://www.scappoosehighschoolcounseling.weebly.com View guidance presentations, find out when colleges are visiting our school, and your students receive throughout the year, or visit the Academic, Career, College, Personal/Social, or Scholarship Tabs.
COUNSELING BULLETIN BOARD:
The counseling bulletin board is located in senior hall, across from the athletic office. Students can sign-up for college visits, view the monthly counseling calendar (important scholarship deadlines, etc.), or pick up important counseling forms (work experience, add/drop, etc) they may need.
NAVIANCE:
Naviance is an essential tool for managing the college process. Naviance in the website that allows students and families to research, track, and complete the process of applying to colleges. Students must use Naviance in order to complete their applications. Naviance can be found through a quick link on the counselor website or at http://connection.naviance.com/scappoose .
REMIND:
Students and parents can text @scap2018, @scap2019, @scap2020, or @scap2021 (choose student’s graduation year) to 81010 to stay up-to-date on school activities, college visits, scholarship reminders, and important deadlines!
COLLEGE & CAREER UPDATES:
SHS’s Counseling Department puts out a monthly College & Career Update. Each month covers multiple topics including college applications and essays, career and technical exploration, military and apprenticeship options, financial aid, the Oregon Promise, visual and performing arts, college athletics, and college entrance and AP exams. An up-to-date scholarship list is included in each College & Career Update. The Update can be found electronically at www.scappoosehighschoolcounseling.weebly.com or hard copies on the counseling bulletin board.
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9th GRADE TIMELINE
ACHIEVE ENGAGE EXPLORE Do well in school. Get involved. Explore colleges and careers. . Set goals for the year. . Try something new; get . Go to all of your classes. involved in school and . Continue exploring different . Discover how you learn best. community activities. occupations that match your . Learn how to make outlines . Volunteer in your interests. and do research. community. . Talk about your future . Ask for help and use online . Make a plan for summer. dreams and plans with your resources. family, friends, and other . Turn in all assignments. adults and set goals. . Read—it makes you smarter! . Ask others about their Take the right classes. Spend time with good careers and the education/ people. training necessary. . Challenge yourself with . Think about what is more honors or advanced classes. . Choose to hang out with important to you in a . Explore ways to earn college friends that share positive college. credit while you’re still in goals and interests. . Make a list of different high school. . Find a mentor- a parent, a colleges that interest you. . Plan to take math all 4 years teacher, counselor, coach, . Visit a college campus on a in HS. other trusted adult, or older field trip with your school or . Take a foreign/world student that you can talk to. your family. language. . Explore colleges online.
Get organized. Make good choices. Learn about paying for college. . Use a planner or calendar. . Be safe online and on your . Keep paper organized in a phone. . You can afford college. binder. . Avoid risky behaviors. Learn about financial aid . Determine the place that you . Be kind; treat others with and attend workshops with study best. respect. your family. . Practice good study habits. . Set up and regularly . Create a file of important contribute to a college documents. savings account. . Look into matched savings account that provide extra money for college. . Search and apply for scholarships.
Resource www.oregongoestocollege.org/itsaplan
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10th GRADE TIMELINE
ACHIEVE ENGAGE EXPLORE Do well in school. Get involved. Explore colleges and careers. . Set goals for the year. . Continue participating in . Go to all of your classes. school and community . Continue exploring different . Discover how you learn best. activities. occupations that match your . Ask for help and use online . Volunteer in your interests. resources. community. . Review what is most . Turn in all assignments. . Make a plan for summer. important to you in a . Practice communication college. skills. . Make a list of different Take the right classes. Spend time with good colleges that interest you. people. . Confirm that they have the . Challenge yourself with program or major for your honors or advanced classes. . Choose to hang out with chosen career. . Explore ways to earn college friends that share positive . Research admission credit. goals and interests. requirements. . Plan to take math all 4 years . Find a mentor- a parent, a . Visit a college campus that in HS. teacher, counselor, coach, you have not been to yet. . Take a foreign/world other trusted adult, or older . Explore colleges online. language. student that you can talk to. . Attend a nearby college fair. . Take a full schedule of classes. Get organized. Make good choices. Learn about paying for college. . Use a planner or calendar. . Be safe online and on your . Practice good study habits. phone. . You can afford college. . Update your file of important . Avoid risky behaviors. Learn about financial aid documents. . Be kind; treat others with and attend workshops. respect. . Explore the different costs of college. Prepare for college . Complete the admission tests. FAFSA4Caster. . Explore the net prices of . Take the PSAT 10 or ACT colleges. ASPIRE test. . Set up and regularly . Review your scores with your contribute to a college counselor. savings account. . Look into matched savings accounts. . Search and apply for scholarships.
Resource www.oregongoestocollege.org/itsaplan
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11th GRADE TIMELINE
ACHIEVE ENGAGE EXPLORE Do well in school. Get involved. Explore colleges and careers. . Set goals for the year. . Continue participating in . Go to all of your classes. school and community . List 3-5 careers that interest . Turn in all assignments. activities; be a leader! you and the education you . Practice communication . Volunteer in your will need. skills. community. . Review what is most . Practice writing college and . Make a plan for summer. important to you in a scholarship essays. college; refine your list of colleges to 5-10. Take the right classes. Spend time with good . Confirm that these colleges people. have the program or major . Review your transcript and for your chosen career and th 12 grade class schedule with . Choose to hang out with you will meet the admission your counselor. friends that share positive requirements. . Challenge yourself with goals and interests. . Sign up to receive advanced classes. . Find a mentor- a parent, a information from colleges. . Earn college credit: take AP teacher, counselor, coach, . Make a list of deadlines for or dual credits. other trusted adult or older your top colleges. . Take a foreign/world student that you can talk to. . Research special language. . Be a role model and mentor requirements and deadlines . Take a full schedule of for younger students. for the arts, sports, or classes. military or if you are undocumented. . Explore colleges online. . Attend a nearby college fair. Get organized. Make good choices. Learn about paying for college. . Update your file of important . Google yourself to see what documents. colleges and employers see . You can afford college. . Create a resume with your list and set privacy settings. Learn about financial aid of activities. . Be safe online and on your and attend workshops. . Use a professional e-mail for phone. . Explore the different costs of school needs. . Avoid risky behaviors. college. . Be kind; treat others with . Complete the respect. FAFSA4Caster. Prepare for college . Explore the net prices of admission tests. colleges. . Set up and regularly . FALL: take the contribute to a college PSAT/NMSQT. savings account. . FALL: Take practice tests . Look into matched saving and review. accounts. . SPRING: Sign up for and . Search and apply to take the SAT and ACT. scholarships. Resource www.oregongoestocollege.org/itsaplan
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12th GRADE TIMELINE
SEPTEMBER FEBRUARY
. Make a post-high school plan. . Apply for scholarships. . Stay on track. . Visit campus. . Clean up your online act. . Confirm FAFSA info. . Explore how to pay for college. . Sign up for the next SAT or ACT.
OCTOBER MARCH
. Document accomplishments. . Keep up the good work. . Tell your story. . Continue applying for scholarships. . Narrow the field. . Complete the FAFSA. . Request letters of recommendation. . Take or re-take the SAT or ACT.
NOVEMBER APRIL
. Finalize your list of colleges. . Look for decision letters from colleges. . Be prepared. . Compare financial aid awards letters . Apply! from colleges. . Follow up. . Sign-up for and attend preview days on college campuses. . Decide where to attend college in the fall.
DECEMBER MAY
. Finish applying to colleges. . Apply for scholarships. . Talk to current colleges students. . Study for finals and AP tests. . Get set for scholarships. . Say thank you.
JANUARY SUMMER
. Continue applying for the scholarships. . Send final transcripts and scores. . Register with selective service (18 and . Get organized. above, males). . Attend orientation.
Resource www.oregongoestocollege.org/itsaplan
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POST-SECONDARY OPTIONS
4-YEAR COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY:
. Students must meet specific high school requirements to get accepted to a 4-year college. . Students attending 4-year colleges work towards a Bachelor’s Degree in a specific area of study, called a major. . Typically it takes students 4 years of full-time study to complete a Bachelor’s Degree. . There are private and public 4-year colleges/universities. . 4-Year colleges/universities provide a general, well-rounded education. . Bachelor’s Degrees provide students with more high paying and professional job opportunities. . You must earn a Bachelor’s Degree to enroll in a masters or professional degree program, such as law, medicine, or education. . 4-year colleges allow students to experience independence. In many cases, students live away from home on their own or in a dorm.
2-YEAR COLLEGE:
. 2-year colleges are also known as “community colleges.” . Typically it takes students 2 years of full-time study to complete an Associate’s Degree. . Generally, 2-year colleges are more affordable, have little to no high school requirements for admission, and have more flexible class schedules than 4-year colleges. . An Associate’s Degree provides completers with entry-level work and skills needed in specific fields. . Students can transfer an Associate’s Degree to a 4-year college and complete a Bachelor’s Degree.
APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM:
. Provide on-the-job training with classroom instruction. . Structured, hands-on learning provided while you earn money. . Apprenticeship = career . Only learn what is required for a specific career. . Make a good wage without having to take out loans
TRADE SCHOOL:
. College that provides preparation and employment skills for trained labor. . Also known as vocational school or technical college . Learn skills in your career of choice. . Examples include welding, dental assistant, automotive repair, culinary arts, cosmetology, etc. . Community Colleges offer trades for the most reasonable prices (PCC offers over 100 certificate and degrees in various career and technical programs)
UNITED STATES MILITARY:
. See page 32
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COLLEGE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The right classes open more doors! The classes you take in high school determine the post- secondary opportunities available to you. More credits and more rigorous classes (Honors, AP, or college credit) usually mean a greater number of schools you can apply to, and often more scholarships, too!
Senior year is a very important year for college admissions and is not a year to slack!
OREGON ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
2-YEAR 4-YEAR 4-YEAR COMMUNITY COLLEGE PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES PRIVATE COLLEGES
High School graduation High School graduation High School graduation requirements met or requirements met requirements met equivalency PLUS PLUS (recommended)
All core courses have 3-4 years of a foreign grades of C- or better language 2 years of the same 3-4 years of social studies foreign language 3-4 years of science (lab SAT or ACT test scores classes) Minimum GPA of 2.75- 3-4 years of math (through 3.0 Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus Additional coursework or AP Stats) and other factors may Arts and/or challenging increase likelihood of electives admission Competitive GPA; mostly A’s and B’s Competitive SAT/ACT test scores Honors, AP, or college credit courses Extracurricular special achievements
Resource: www.oregongoestocollege.org/itsaplan
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APPLICATION DICTIONARY
Application Fee- An application fee is a fee that a college charges you for applying to their institution. Some colleges will charge you a fee for applying, and the amount varies from one college to the next.
CEEB Code- A CEEB code is a unique identification number assigned to high schools, colleges, and universities by the College Board. The CEEB code may be used to help differentiate schools with similar names. Some international schools may not have an assigned CEEB code.
Citizenship- Citizenship is your status as a person recognized under the custom or law as being a member of a state of country. You may have multiple citizenships. Citizenship options may include: US citizen or US national, US Dual Citizen, US permanent resident, US Refugee, and Other (Non-US).
Coed- Coed is the term used to describe a college or university that offers the integrated education of male and female students in the same environment.
College Admission Test Scores- Most 4-year colleges, require that you send your scores from a college entrance exam (such as the SAT or ACT). Some colleges will only accept scores that are sent directly from the testing organization (collegeboard or actstudent). Check with colleges to verify their policy on receiving test scores.
Common Application- The Common Application is the name of an online system used by students to apply to over 600 colleges and universities across the country and around the world.
Counselor- A counselor is an individual who provides academic, career, and college readiness to all K-12 students through a school counseling program.
Counselor Recommendation- A counselor recommendation allows your high school counselor to provide a broad-based assessment of you as a student by addressing things like your academic, extracurricular, and personal characteristics.
Deadline- A deadline signifies the date by which you must submit your application materials.
Early Action (EA)- Early Action (EA) is an application process by which you apply and receive a decision much earlier than the regular decision notification date. Early Action is “non- binding.” In other words, if accepted by a college under the EA plan, you have no obligation to enroll.
Early Decision (ED)- Early Decision (ED) is an application process by which you commit to enrolling to a certain college if you’re admitted. Early Decision is a “binding” plan. This means that you can apply to other colleges but only one as Early Decision. If admitted Early Decision, you must withdraw your applications from other colleges.
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Essay- An essay may also be referred to as a “personal essay” or “personal statement.” An essay allows students to tell their story using a writing prompt.
FERPA- The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of students education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.
Final Report- The final report is a form that is submitted by your school and typically summarized your academic performance through the end of your senior year of high school.
First-Year- You are a first-year applicant if you are projected to complete high school during the 2016-2017 academic year or if you have never enrolled at a college or university. If you have earned college credit in the past, please check with the individual institutions to confirm which application type is most appropriate for your situation.
GPA- Your GPA (grade point average) is an academic performance measurement calculated based of your grades.
Midyear School Report- Much like the Secondary School Report, this form is submitted by your high school; it typically includes the fall semester grades of your senior year and updates to your spring semester schedule (if any apply). Not all colleges require this form.
Portfolio- A portfolio is a supplemental form used to showcase your special talent in one or more subjects, such as the arts. Portfolios can be submitted to certain colleges that choose to consider them as part of the admission process.
Recommenders- Recommenders are individuals that you invite to provide an assessment or endorsement of you, enabling colleges to get a better idea of who you are.
Regular Decision (RD)- Regular decision is an application process by which you apply by a specified date and receive an admission decision in a clearly stated period of time.
Rolling- Rolling is the term used for a decision plan that lets students submit an application at any time throughout the year.
Secondary School Report- Some colleges require a Secondary School Report form to be completed by a high school official, usually a school counselor, with information about the school, the graduating class, and specific information about you. Your high school is responsible for sending this form.
Transcript- A transcript is essentially an inventory of the courses you’ve taken and the grades you’ve earned in those courses during your academic career.
Resource: The Common Application & Collegeboard
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NAVIANCE
Naviance is the essential tool for managing the college process at Scappoose High School. Students use Naviance for almost every aspect of the college search and application: organize college information, research options, compare colleges, view scholarship information, request transcripts and letters of recommendation, and keep track of your applications. https://connection.naviance.com/scappoose
Students: you have your username and password.
Parents: sign-in as guest. Guest password is goindians
The “Colleges” tab allows students to explore, research, compare, and locate schools that match their preferences from over 4,000 colleges.
SuperMatch College Search- use over 20 search criteria to find the schools that are the best match for you and find out why.
TOPICS TO EXPLORE:
ACADEMIC- What are the average SAT/ACT scores and GPA of students admitted to the school? Does it have any prerequisites? Apply to colleges that are a good academic fit—whether they are a safe bet or a little out of reach.
GRADUATION RATE- Do most students graduate in four years? If not, why not?
LOCATION- Do you prefer big city, suburb, or small town?
MAJORS- Does the college offer a variety of majors that interest you?
SIZE- Do you want a smaller campus with smaller class sizes, or a larger school with a wider variety of programs, such as a state university?
CAMPUS LIFE AND SERVICES- What are the housing options? Are there social activities, cultural events, clubs, or athletics that interest you? What support services are available on campus to help with social, health, academic, and financial challenges? 13 | P a g e
NAVIANCE- REQUEST TRANSCRIPT
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NAVIANCE- LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
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COLLEGE VISIT
Visiting a college campus helps you get a sense of what a college—and life at that college—is like. This can help you decide whether the college is right for you.
GATHER INFORMATION Take part in a group information session at the admission office. Interview with an admission officer. Pick up financial aid forms. Sit in on a class that interests you. If classes aren’t in session, just see what the classrooms are like. Meet a professor who teaches a subject that interests you. Talk to students about what they think of their classes and professors. Get the names and business cards of the people you meet so you can contact them later if you have questions. EXPLORE THE CAMPUS Take a campus tour. Talk to current students about the college and life on campus. Check out the freshman dorms, and stay overnight with a student, if possible. Visit dining hall, fitness center, library, career center, bookstore, and other campus facilities. Talk to the coaches of sports that you may want to play. Walk or drive around the community surrounding the campus. CHECK OUT CAMPUS MEDIA Read the student newspaper. Scan bulletin boards to see what daily student life is like. Browse the school’s website and any campus blogs. Read other student publications, such as department newsletters, and literary reviews. QUESTIONS TO ASK DURING YOUR VISIT
ASK STUDENTS/TOUR GUIDES: o What are the best reasons to for to this college? o What’s it like to go from high school to college o What do you do in your free time? o What do you wish you could change about this college? o What is it like to live here? ASK PROFESSORS: o Can a student be mentored by professors, graduate students, or upperclassmen? o How are professors rated by the college? o How does the college help students have access to professors outside of class? ASK FINANCIAL AID OFFICE: o How much do your students usually owe in loans when they graduate? o What is the average income of graduates who had the same major that interests me?
Resource: Collegeboard
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COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS
College Entrance Exams are tests designed to measure student’s skill and help colleges evaluate how ready a student is for college-level work. The SAT and ACT are both accepted by nearly every college and university in the US, with most four-year institutions requiring a college entrance exam score.
Most students take the exam twice- once in the spring of junior year and once at the beginning of senior year. Students can take either the SAT or ACT. Although many students take both exams, they are not required to do so.
Student entrance exam preferences vary. A student that is successful with one exam will likely be successful with the other. However, there are many differences between the SAT and ACT in structure, content, and timing. It is recommended that students do their research and take both practice exams to determine their preference.
2017-18 TEST DATES:
SAT:
SAT TEST DATE REGISTRATION DEADLINE October 7 September 8 November 4 October 5 December 2 November 2 March 10 February 9 May 5 April 6 June 2 May 3
Registration: http://sat.collegeboard.org/register Cost: $60 with essay
ACT: ACT TEST DATE REGISTRATION DEADLINE September 9 August 4 October 28 September 22 December 9 November 3 February 10 January 12 April 14 March 9 June 9 May 4 July 14 June 15
Registration: http://www.actstudent.org/regist Cost: $62.50 with writing
Scappoose High School is NOT a testing location for the ACT. Students and parents need to plan accordingly.
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SAT VS ACT
SAT ACT
WEBSITE www.collegeboard.org www.actstudent.org COST $60 $62.50 TIME 3 hrs 2 hrs 55 min (plus 50 minute essay) (plus 40 minutes essay)
SECTIONS 3 tests plus optional essay 4 tests plus optional essay
Reading: 65 minutes English: 45 minutes 52 questions 75 questions
Writing & Lang: 35 minutes Math: 60 minutes 44 questions 60 questions
Math (No calc): 25 minutes Reading: 35 minutes Math (w/ calc): 55 minutes 40 questions 80 minutes Science: 35 minutes Optional Essay: 50 minutes 40 minutes
Optional Essay: 40 minutes
SCORING Composite Score 400-1600 Composite Score 1-36
Evidence-based Reading and Four section scores scaled for a Writing, score of 200-800 composite from 1-36
Math, score of 200-800
WRONG NO NO ANSWER PENALTY? PRACTICE www.khanacademy.org/sat http://www.act.org/content/act/en/p roducts-and-services/the-act/test- preparation.html
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WHICH TEST IS FOR YOU?
SAT ACT You’re good at solving puzzles. You stay calm and prefer working at a fast pace (49 seconds per question). You prefer a slower paced test (1 minute 10 seconds per question). You have memorized math concepts/formulas- no math formulas are given. You’re good at paying attention to detail. You do not get bored or tired easily. You’re confident with concepts from Algebra and Algebra 2. You’re confident with concepts in geometry and have taken pre-calculus or trigonometry. You can interpret mathematical graphs and tables. Good at science- has a science section (interpreting data) You have strong reading comprehension skills. Slower readers may run out of time. Less challenging vocab.
You enjoy switching your focus from topic to Essay Section: You argue your own point(s). topic. The SAT integrates important skills across all sections.
You excel at writing analytical essays. In the essay section you analyze someone else’s argument.
Test does not have a specific science section, but science is integrated throughout all three sections.
Strong vocabulary
No calculator section
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FINANCIAL AID
More than $150 billion in federal student aid is available through grants, work-study, and loans every year. Federal student aid helps pay for college or career school. Federal student aid can be used to cover the costs of your college’s tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and transportation. A very help helpful brochure about FUNDING YOUR EDUCATION is available at https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/sites/default/files/funding-your-education.pdf or on Scappoose High School’s Counseling Website at www.scappoosehighschoolcounseling.weebly.com
FAFSA4CASTER The FAFSA4caster will help you understand your options for paying for college. You provide basic information and it will estimate your eligibility for federal student aid. FAFSA4caster can be done at anytime during your child’s K-12 career. The FAFSA4caster can be found online at https://fafsa.ed.gov/FAFSA/app/f4cForm?execution=e1s1 or through the Scappoose Counseling Website.
FSA ID Students, parents, and borrowers are required to use an FSA ID, made up of a username and password, to access certain U.S. Department of Education websites. Your FSA ID is used to confirm your identity when accessing your financial aid information and electronically signing your FAFSA documents. Get your FSA ID today at https://fsaid.ed.gov/npas/index.htm
FAFSA The office of federal student aid provides grants, loans, and work-study funds for college or career college. To receive federal student aid you must fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is an online form. There is no charge to students/parents for completing the FAFSA. You may begin filling out the FAFSA beginning October 1st of your senior year. The form must be filled out annually. https://fafsa.ed.gov/
GATHERING DOCUMENTS FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID
Student/guardian(s) social security number Student/guardian(s) driver’s license Student/guardian(s) 2016 W-2 forms and other records of money earned Student/guardian(s) 2016 Federal Income Tax Return Student/guardian(s) 2016 taxed income records- worker’s compensation, child support, veteran’s benefits Student/guardian(s) current bank statements Student/guardian(s) current business and investment info, business and farm records, stocks, bonds, and other investment records
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FINANCIAL AID TERMS
AWARD LETTER- If you applied for admission to a school, you were accepted, and you listed that school on your FAFSA, the school will calculate your aid and send you an electronic or paper “award letter” telling you how much aid and assistance the college/university has offered. The letter also includes a deadline date by which to respond.
EFC- Your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is the total amount students and their families are expected to pay towards college costs, from their income and assets, for one academic year.
FINANCIAL NEED- the amount by which your family’s contribution falls short of covering your expenses. (see also EFC)
GRANTS- A type of financial aid that does not need to be paid back. Eligibility is based on need. Some grant money (including the Pell and Oregon Opportunity Grant) is first-come, first- served. Fill out FAFSA as close to October 1 as possible.
MERIT-BASED AID- Financial opportunities awarded to students based on factors such as talent, academics, interests, etc.
NEED-BASED AID- Scholarships, grants, loans, or work-study opportunities given to students who have demonstrated financial need, calculated by subtracting the student’s expected family contribution from a college’s total cost.
PARENTS’ CONTRIBUTION- the amount the student’s family is expected to pay toward college costs from its income and assets.
SCHOLARSHIPS- A type of financial aid that does not need to be paid back. Students are awarded scholarships based on EFC, need, merit, or a combination. Some scholarships are automatically given to students, while other scholarships require students to apply.
STUDENT AID REPORT (SAR)- A report produced by the Department of Education and sent to students who have filed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The SAR contains information the student provided on the FAFSA as well as the federally calculated result, which the financial aid office will use in determining the student’s eligibility for a Pell Grant and other federal student aid programs.
STUDENT LOANS- Federal and/or private loans given to students. Loans must be paid back.
SUBSIDIZED LOANS- Direct subsidized loans have better terms to help students with financial need. The US Department of Education pays the interest on direct subsidized loans while you are in school and for 6 months after you leave school.
UNSUBSIDIZED LOANS- Direct unsubsidized loans are available to students and do not require a student to demonstrate financial need. The student is responsible for paying the interest on direct unsubsidized loans.
WORK STUDY- Awarded by colleges using information provided on FAFSA. Work Study provides part-time jobs for students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses.
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SCHOLARSHIP TIPS:
Scholarship season is in full swing! Oregongoestocollege.org gives the following tips for successful scholarship applications.
1. Follow Directions! This simple tip is the most important one – pay attention to what is being asked of you. Answer the question asked of you, keep within page or word limits, and pay attention to any special formatting requests.
2. Write Your Best. For most applications, you’ll only be submitting one or two written pieces. The people who read your applications assume that what they see is the best you can do. It’s your job to make sure you prove them right! Your essays should be examples of your best writing. That means it’s important to follow tip #3.
3. Proofread. This is good practice no matter what you’re writing, but you’ll want to make sure you proofread these essays extra carefully. Better yet, have a friend or trusted adult proofread for you, too. You’d be surprised at the number of applicants who write that they really want to go to Oregon State University on their application to Linfield College! Thorough proofreading can prevent these simple mistakes.
4. Be Yourself. Essays are an opportunity for the admissions and scholarship committees to learn about the parts of you and your experiences that aren’t captured by the “numbers” (i.e. GPA and test scores). It’s your opportunity to show them what’s important to you and to let your personality shine through. For example, some students wonder if it’s okay to write a humorous essay. The best advice we’ve heard about this is “Funny essays can be great to read, but if no one’s ever told you you’re funny, this isn’t the time to try.”
5. Remember You Have an Audience. Most of the time you won’t meet the person who is reading your application, so it can feel like you don’t have an audience. It’s important to remember that you do. While it’s okay to write about the things that matter to you, it’s always wise to consider that you don’t know the politics, religion, or personal beliefs of the person who is reading your application. Choose a topic that interests you, but be careful not to offend.
Additional tips by SHS Counseling Department:
Clean up your social media and email address- take down any inappropriate or immature photos or quotes on your social media accounts. Use a professional email address.
Do not miss deadlines!
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SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH SITES:
1. APPLY FOR THE OREGON PROMISE . http://www.oregonstudentaid.gov/oregon-promise.aspx
2. APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS DIRECTLY FROM YOUR COLLEGE OF CHOICE . Go to college’s website and search for Freshman Scholarships
3. APPLY FOR LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS . https://connection.naviance.com/scappoose . http://scappoosehighschoolcounseling.weebly.com/scholarships.html
4. APPLY FOR THE OSAC SCHOLARSHIP (one application to apply for over 450 scholarships just for Oregon residents). . https://app.oregonstudentaid.gov/
5. APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS SPECIFICALLY FOR OREGON STUDENTS . http://oregongearup.org/calendar/scholarship . http://oregongoestocollege.org/pay/scholarships
6. APPLY FOR NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS . https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search . http://www.fastweb.com/
7. WESTERN UNDERGRADUATE EXCHANGE Allows eligible students in the states of Alaska, Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, Nevada, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, North Dakota, and South Dakota to receive a reduced tuition rate of 150% of resident tuition at participating institutions. . www.wiche.edu/wue
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THE OREGON PROMISE
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OREGON COMMUNITY COLLEGES:
SCHOOL NAME CITY WEBSITE Blue Mountain Pendleton www.bluecc.edu Central Oregon Bend www.cocc.edu Chemeketa Salem www.chemeketa.edu Clackamas Oregon City www.clackamas.edu Clatsop Astoria www.clatsopcc.edu Columbia George The Dalles www.cgcc.edu Klamath Klamath Falls www.klamathcc.edu Lane Eugene www.lanecc.edu Linn-Benton Albany www.linnbenton.edu Mt. Hood Gresham www.mhcc.edu Oregon Coast Newport www.oregoncoastcc.org Portland Portland www.pcc.edu Rogue Grants Pass www.roguecc.edu Southwestern Oregon Coos Bay www.socc.edu Tillamook Bay Tillamook www.tbcc.cc.or.us Treasure Valley Ontario www.tvcc.cc Umpqua Roseburg www.umpqua.edu
OREGON 4-YEAR COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES:
Oregon Public Universities:
SCHOOL NAME CITY WEBSITE Eastern Oregon University La Grande www.eou.edu Oregon Institute of Technology Klamath Falls www.oit.edu Oregon State University Corvallis www.oregonstate.edu Oregon State University- Bend www.osucascades.edu Cascades Portland State University Portland www.pdx.edu Southern Oregon University Ashland www.sou.edu University of Oregon Eugene www.uoregon.edu Western Oregon University Monmouth www.wou.edu
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Oregon’s Independent, Not-For-Profit Colleges & Universities:
SCHOOL NAME CITY WEBSITE Concordia University Portland www.cu-portland.edu Corban University Salem www.corban.edu George Fox University Newberg www.georgefox.edu Gutenberg College Eugene hello.gutenberg.udu Lewis & Clark College Portland www.lclark.edu Linfield College McMinnville www.linfield.edu Marylhurst University Marylhurst www.marylhurst.edu Mount Angel Seminary Saint Benedict www.mountangelabbey.org Multnomah University Portland www.multnomah.edu New Hope Christian College Eugene www.newhope.edu Northwest Christian College Eugene www.nwcu.edu Oregon College of Art and Craft Portland www.ocac.edu Pacific NW College of Art Portland www.pcna.edu Pacific University Forest Grove www.pacificu.edu Portland Actors Conservatory Portland www.pac.edu Reed College Portland www.reed.edu University of Portland Portland www.up.edu Warner Pacific College Portland www.warnerpacific.edu Western Governors University Online Only www.wgu.edu Willamette University Salem www.willamette.edu
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PERFORMING & VISUAL ARTS COLLEGES
Students who want to study art, theater, music, or dance in college have many options. Now is the time to consider which option might be best for you.
WHAT ARE YOUR CAREER GOALS? Does the school you are considering offer the program you are looking for? If so, will the program qualify you for the art career you want? Are there licensing or certificate requirements you’ll need to meet for professional practice?
DO YOU WANT TO ATTEND A SCHOOL OF ART OR A SCHOOL WITH ART PRORAMS? There are many options: you can opt for a college that has an art, music, theater or dance department, a university that has its own art of music school, or an institution dedicated solely to art, music, theater, or dance. At a school of art of conservatory you will spend the majority of your time studying fine or performing arts and much less time taking courses in other subject areas A college that has an art, music, theater or dance department allows you to study many academic interests as well as visual or performing arts classes. Think about what matters to you and what you enjoy, and if you would prefer a specialized or more general curriculum. This may impact the type of degree you get, such as a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) or Bachelor of Music (BM) versus a more general Bachelor of Arts (BA).
DOES THE SCHOOL HAVE THE RIGHT COLLEGE ACCREDITATION? You may want to consider a college that is regionally accredited as well as nationally accredited for your specific arts discipline. Nationally accredited programs are listed in one of the directories at www.arts-accredit.org
In Oregon:
ART & DESIGN MUSIC THEATER
Pacific Northwest College of Art George Fox University Southern Oregon University Portland Actors Conservatory Oregon College of Art and Craft Linfield College University of Oregon Portland State University University of Oregon Marylhurst University University of Portland University of Portland Pacific University Western Oregon University Portland State University Willamette University
DOES THE SCHOOL REQUIRE A PORTFOLIO, ARTIST STATEMENT, INTERVIEW OR AUDITION? Schools of art can be quite competitive and these additional materials help schools make their admission selections; research the school’s specific requirements. Some schools may not require additional materials—consider sending a portfolio or work sample anyway but first call or email the admissions office to ask if they will review it. Ask if you can submit a digital copy of your portfolio- it’s much less expensive to create and to send!
HOW ARE YOUR GRADES? Academics do still matter when applying to schools of art. Each school has its own academic requirements in terms of minimum GPA and average standardized college entrance exam scores. Most schools require the ACT and/or SAT. Even if standardized college entrance exams are options, you may still want to take them because good grades and high SAT/ACT scores can qualify you for scholarships and other financial aid packages.
Resource www.oregongoestocollege.org/itsaplan
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COLLEGE ATHLETICS
If you’re a high school athlete, you might want to participate in sports at the college level. And you’re in luck because there are so many different ways to get involved! You can take classes through the physical education department, compete with your classmates in intramurals, or play on a varsity team. For some students, the opportunity to participate in athletics is an important part of their college experience. Read on to find out what each of these means.
OPPORTUNITY WHAT IS IT? WHAT DO I NEED TO DO NOW? Physical Education Classes Colleges and universities all have . Research graduation requirements for the physical education departments that colleges that interest you to find out if you will be offer skill building classes in a wide required to take physical education classes. variety of sports. Some even require . Review course catalogs to discover the different that ever student take 1 or 2 to types of classes you might be able to take. graduate! Intramural Sports Most colleges and universities offer . Visit individual college websites to read about the opportunities to play against your intramural options available at schools that classmates. There might be interest you. tournaments in which one residence hall competes against another, or you might be able to join a pick-up game. Club Sports Colleges and universities sometimes . Visit individual college websites to read about the field teams for sports that aren’t options for club sports at the schools that interest available in the NCAA or the NAIA. you. They still compete against teams . Send an email to the student contact for teams from other colleges, but sometimes you might want to join to ask about costs for there are fees to participate. participating and how athletes can try out for the team. Varsity Athletics Varsity teams are the principal . Visit the athletics webpage for the colleges or athletic teams representing a college universities that interest you. Determine if they or university. They are organized into offer the sport(s) that you play. Complete the athletic conferences and play against interest survey, including as much information the other teams in their conference. about your athletic accomplishments as you can. This will help coaches know if they would like to All 4-year US colleges and contact you. universities with competitive sports . Determine if the Oregon colleges that interests teams belong to one of two athletic you are NCAA, NAIA, or NWAACC. associations: the National Collegiate . For NCAA schools: explore eligibilitycenter.org Athletic Association (NCAA) or the and learn about the difference between Divisions National Association of I, II, and III and make sure you meet minimum Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). requirements for eligibility. If you do, register on Community colleges in Oregon are the eligibility center. (Note: registering costs governed by the Northwest Athletic $75). Association of Community Colleges . For NAIA: explore playnaia.org and make sure (NWAACC) and sometimes also the you meet the minimum requirements for National Junior College Athletic eligibility. If you do, register yourself. Association (NJCAA)
Resource: www.oregongoestocollege.org/itsaplan
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APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS & TRADE SCHOOLS
An APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM provides on the job training with classroom instruction. You earn money while you learn in a structured, hands-on learning environment. You only learn what is required for the specific career. Most apprenticeship programs last 2 to 4 years, depending on the requirements.
Examples of apprenticeship programs include electrician, lineman, pipefitter, turbine operator, water service utility worker, plumber, et cetera.
A TRADE SCHOOL, also known as a vocational or technical school, is a college that provides preparation and employments skills for trained labor. Examples include welding, dental assistant, automotive repair, culinary arts, cosmology, and office management.
Community colleges offer training in trades for the most reasonable prices. Portland Community College has over 100 certificate and degrees in various trades.
Webistes with resources for Apprenticeships & Trade Schools: . http://oregonapprenticeship.org/trade-locator/ . www.build-oregon.com . www.tradewomen.net . www.tradeswomen.net
Various Trade Schools:
SCHOOL NAME CITY WEBSITE All Community Colleges Various locations see page 27 Aveda Institute Portland Portland www.aevdapdx.edu Concorde Career College Portland www.concorde.edu/campus/portland-oregon Job Corps Various locations www.jobcorps.gov/centers/or.aspx Northwest College of Construction Portland www.nwcoc.com Vocational Outside Line Training Warrenton www.nwlinejatc.com Academy
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UNITED STATES MILITARY:
The US Military consists of five service branches: Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard. Joining the military is a big decision; you should think carefully and talk to your family or a trusted adult as well as representatives from the military as you consider your options.
The Basics: You may take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) during your junior or senior year of high school. This may help you think about careers you might enjoy in the military, and can be used for enlistment for up to two years after taking the test. You must have a high school diploma or GED to enlist. For those that serve, there are funds to help pay for college (such as the Post-9/11 GI Bill) Explore todaysmilitary.com for more information.
Become an Officer: The ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) is a college program that prepares you to become an officer in the US Military while you get a 4-year degree. Scholarships are available to cover tuition and living expenses in exchange for service after graduation.
Army ROTC Programs: Oregon State University oregonstate.edu/dept/arotc University of Portland goarmy.com/rotc/schools/university-of-portland University of Oregon nrotc.uoregon.edu
Navy ROTC Programs: Oregon State University nrotc.oregonstate.edu
Air Force ROTC Programs: Oregon State University oregonstate.edu/dept/afrotc University of Portland up.edu/afrotc
SHS Military Monday Schedule: Various branch recruiters from the United States Military visit Scappoose High School Mondays during lunch.
Resource www.oregongoestocollege.org/itsaplan
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STUDENT USERNAME & PASSWORDS
USERNAME PASSWORD
ACT STUDENT
(ACT Test Log-In)
COLLEGEBOARD
(SAT Test Log-In)
COMMON
APPLICATION
FSA ID
(FAFSA LOG-IN)
NAVIANCE
(request transcripts, letters of rec, etc.)
OSAC PORTAL
(Oregon Promise)
SHS NETWORK
(SHS Computer Log-In)
SYNERGY (STUDENTVUE)
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