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Mr. Ron CallahanMr. Ron Callahan Mi - Sc Mi - Sc

Mrs. Teresa DennisMrs. Teresa Dennis Se – ZSe – Z

Mrs. Cindy Fisher, Guidance SecretaryMrs. Cindy Fisher, Guidance Secretary

Mrs. Jeanne Tucker, RegistrarMrs. Jeanne Tucker, Registrar

Graduation RequirementsGraduation Requirements English – 4 creditsEnglish – 4 credits Math – 4 credits (to include Algebra I or its equivalent)Math – 4 credits (to include Algebra I or its equivalent) Science – 3 credits to include BiologyScience – 3 credits to include Biology Social Studies – 3 credits ( World History, US History, Economics and Social Studies – 3 credits ( World History, US History, Economics and

US Government)US Government) Health Opportunities in Physical Education (HOPE) - 1 creditHealth Opportunities in Physical Education (HOPE) - 1 credit Fine Art or DOE Approved * Practical Art – 1 credit Fine Art or DOE Approved * Practical Art – 1 credit Electives – as needed for a total of 24 credits (8 credits)Electives – as needed for a total of 24 credits (8 credits) Earn a 2.0 unweighted GPAEarn a 2.0 unweighted GPA Pass Grade 10 FCAT Reading and MathPass Grade 10 FCAT Reading and Math All requirements must be met to participate in commencement All requirements must be met to participate in commencement

activities.activities.

*DOE Approved Practical Arts credit for graduation*DOE Approved Practical Arts credit for graduation

Web I, IIWeb I, II

TV Productions I, II, III, IVTV Productions I, II, III, IV

Communications Technology I, II, IIICommunications Technology I, II, III

Engineering Technology I, II, IIIEngineering Technology I, II, III

Culinary Arts I,II,III Culinary Arts I,II,III

Exam Exemptions –Exam Exemptions – 22ndnd semester – seniors can exempt any exam in which they have a semester – seniors can exempt any exam in which they have a

passing grade, if they have less than 10 unexcused absences. If passing grade, if they have less than 10 unexcused absences. If they failed the last nine weeks for any reason, including they failed the last nine weeks for any reason, including attendance, they must take the exam to earn credit.attendance, they must take the exam to earn credit.

Options After High SchoolOptions After High School WorkWork Military: Military: Active, Reserves, ROTC, Non-Deployment,

Academy Vocational SchoolVocational School

– Lively – TallahasseeLively – Tallahassee– South West Georgia Tech - ThomasvilleSouth West Georgia Tech - Thomasville

2 year Community College2 year Community College– A.A. degree transfers to universityA.A. degree transfers to university– A.S. degree go right into the work world.A.S. degree go right into the work world.

4 year College/University4 year College/University

College FitCollege Fit Institution type Institution type SizeSize LocationLocation Degree programsDegree programs Sports and activitiesSports and activities HousingHousing Tuition and feesTuition and fees

We recommend that students narrow down their choices.We recommend that students narrow down their choices.

flvc.org – Florida based – Career and College searchesflvc.org – Florida based – Career and College searches CollegeBoard.com – profile of schools, AP scores, majors, CollegeBoard.com – profile of schools, AP scores, majors,

range for admissionsrange for admissions

Visit from afarVisit from afar– www.facebook.com– www.youniversitytv.com– www.collegeconfidential.com– www.youtube.com

What should seniors be doing right now?What should seniors be doing right now? Narrowing down choices of colleges to apply to.Narrowing down choices of colleges to apply to. Preparing application packets. Most schools require Preparing application packets. Most schools require

online applications. Know the deadlines! GET online applications. Know the deadlines! GET ORGANIZED! FOLLOW DIRECTIONS! Many out of state ORGANIZED! FOLLOW DIRECTIONS! Many out of state and private college use the common application at and private college use the common application at commonapp.org.commonapp.org.

Request transcripts to be sent-Request transcripts to be sent- electronically free electronically free (all public and most private in FL), $1 for (all public and most private in FL), $1 for printed/certified copy, usually available in 24 hours. printed/certified copy, usually available in 24 hours. Request form is available in a folder outside Request form is available in a folder outside Mrs.Tucker’s door.Mrs.Tucker’s door.

Complete a college/scholarship resume.Complete a college/scholarship resume. Request letters of recommendation this usually takes a Request letters of recommendation this usually takes a

minimum of a week: allow this time from a teacher or minimum of a week: allow this time from a teacher or counselor.counselor.

Finalize essays. Have a teacher review them.Finalize essays. Have a teacher review them. Sign up and retake the SAT, ACT, or SAT II- Sign up and retake the SAT, ACT, or SAT II- for for

admissions, all official scores must come directly from admissions, all official scores must come directly from SAT/ACTSAT/ACT..

Check out the scholarship list on Guidance website and Check out the scholarship list on Guidance website and in the scholarship drawer.in the scholarship drawer.

State of Florida University SystemState of Florida University System Minimum standardsMinimum standards

3.0 recalculated academic GPA, plus SAT or ACT3.0 recalculated academic GPA, plus SAT or ACT OROR

2.5 – 2.99 recalculated academic GPA, plus at least a minimum score in all 2.5 – 2.99 recalculated academic GPA, plus at least a minimum score in all three sections of the SAT or ACT as outlined below:three sections of the SAT or ACT as outlined below:

SAT – Critical Reading >= 460 or ACT – Reading >= 19,SAT – Critical Reading >= 460 or ACT – Reading >= 19,SAT – Math >= 460 or ACT Math >= 19, andSAT – Math >= 460 or ACT Math >= 19, and

SAT – Writing >= 440 or ACT English/Writing >= 18.SAT – Writing >= 440 or ACT English/Writing >= 18.

ALL students must complete the secondary academic unit requirements:ALL students must complete the secondary academic unit requirements:

4 units of English4 units of English 4 units of mathematics at the Algebra I level and higher4 units of mathematics at the Algebra I level and higher 3 units of science3 units of science 3 units of social science3 units of social science 2 sequential units of the same foreign language2 sequential units of the same foreign language 2 elective units, preferably English, math, science, social science, or foreign 2 elective units, preferably English, math, science, social science, or foreign

languagelanguage

State universities use the same method for weighting academic courses earning a “C” State universities use the same method for weighting academic courses earning a “C” or better : or better :

1.0 weighted for AP and dual enrollment , .5 weighted for honors coursework1.0 weighted for AP and dual enrollment , .5 weighted for honors coursework

Admissions offers are rescinded for reasons like: Changed senior schedule, poor Admissions offers are rescinded for reasons like: Changed senior schedule, poor academic performance, less than 2.0 GPA in dual enrollment courses. If a academic performance, less than 2.0 GPA in dual enrollment courses. If a situation arises, it is recommended that you contact the admissions office at the situation arises, it is recommended that you contact the admissions office at the university.university.

Florida State UniversityFlorida State University Middle 50% FallMiddle 50% Fall Middle 50% Summer Middle 50% Summer 3.7 - 4.3 academic GPA3.7 - 4.3 academic GPA 3.5 – 4.0 academic GPA3.5 – 4.0 academic GPA 1750 - 2000 SAT1750 - 2000 SAT 1670-1870 SAT1670-1870 SAT 26 - 30 ACT26 - 30 ACT 23 - 27 ACT 23 - 27 ACT

Application and documents received by:Application and documents received by: Electronic Transcript request Electronic Transcript request deadlinedeadlineOctober 15October 15 Decisions available:Decisions available: December 19 December 19 Monday, October 8 Monday, October 8 January 14January 14 March 20 March 20 Monday, January 7Monday, January 7

November SAT can count for October deadline but it cannot be the first SAT November SAT can count for October deadline but it cannot be the first SAT attempt.attempt.

Apply online: (SAT or ACT w/writing and must complete application essay). Apply online: (SAT or ACT w/writing and must complete application essay).

FSU does not want letters of recommendations from counselors and FSU does not want letters of recommendations from counselors and teachers.teachers.

Major factor for admissions: Academic profile (academic GPA and quality Major factor for admissions: Academic profile (academic GPA and quality of curriculum) in combination with test scores. FSU will recompute the of curriculum) in combination with test scores. FSU will recompute the GPA. They review grade trend and course selection in senior year. FSU is GPA. They review grade trend and course selection in senior year. FSU is looking for good, reliable students!looking for good, reliable students!

In addition to GPA and test information, the admissions process In addition to GPA and test information, the admissions process will continue to assess applicants on the strength of the academic will continue to assess applicants on the strength of the academic curriculum with greater consideration given to those taking curriculum with greater consideration given to those taking advanced coursework. Other factors considered include: class advanced coursework. Other factors considered include: class rank, first generation and socioeconomic status. rank, first generation and socioeconomic status.

All applicants will be evaluated using a GPA/ACT/SAT matrix All applicants will be evaluated using a GPA/ACT/SAT matrix that incorporates the plus/minus assessment. If an applicant is that incorporates the plus/minus assessment. If an applicant is deferred on the Dec. 19 notification, FSU will expect to see deferred on the Dec. 19 notification, FSU will expect to see additional test scores and mid year grades. additional test scores and mid year grades. Minimum score Minimum score requirements: requirements:

SAT - SAT - 500 CR, 500 math, 500 writing, 500 CR, 500 math, 500 writing, ACT - ACT - 21 English, 22 Reading, 21 math, 21 writing. 21 English, 22 Reading, 21 math, 21 writing.

Satisfying the minimum required units does not Satisfying the minimum required units does not guarantee admission. guarantee admission. The typical student accepted to The typical student accepted to Florida State has 22 core academic units.Florida State has 22 core academic units.

Students with acceptable GPA but below minimum SAT/ACT Students with acceptable GPA but below minimum SAT/ACT subscores will automatically be deferred or denied until new test subscores will automatically be deferred or denied until new test scores have been received. Jan. SAT and Feb. ACT scores are scores have been received. Jan. SAT and Feb. ACT scores are last that will be accepted. last that will be accepted.

Students deferred on Dec. 19 notification; FSU will expect to see Students deferred on Dec. 19 notification; FSU will expect to see mid-year grades and additional test scores for final decision.mid-year grades and additional test scores for final decision.

Admissions offers will be rescinded if a student’s dual Admissions offers will be rescinded if a student’s dual enrollment GPA is below a 2.0. enrollment GPA is below a 2.0.

Learn more about FSU’s degree programs, pre-requisite Learn more about FSU’s degree programs, pre-requisite requirements, etc. at requirements, etc. at www.academic-guide.fsu.edu

Website for parents: Website for parents: www.admissions.fsu.edu/freshman/parents/role.cfm

University of FloridaUniversity of FloridaFall - Middle 50%Fall - Middle 50% Summer – Middle 50%Summer – Middle 50%4.1 - 4.5 academic GPA4.1 - 4.5 academic GPA 3.9 - 4.3 academic GPA 3.9 - 4.3 academic GPA

1840 - 2140 SAT 1840 - 2140 SAT 1670 - 1960 SAT 1670 - 1960 SAT

28 - 32 ACT28 - 32 ACT 25 - 30 ACT 25 - 30 ACT

Requires on-line application. Requires on-line application.

One Application DeadlineOne Application Deadline: : November November 1 1 Electronic Transcript request Electronic Transcript request deadlinedeadlineOne Decision Release DateOne Decision Release Date: : February 8February 8 ThursdayThursday, October 25 , October 25 (will receive test scores through Dec.)(will receive test scores through Dec.)

All applicants must submit the SAT or the ACT w/writing test. The university All applicants must submit the SAT or the ACT w/writing test. The university will accept the highest subscores from the SAT if you took it multiple times. will accept the highest subscores from the SAT if you took it multiple times. The university cannot mix or combine ACT subscores. The university cannot mix or combine ACT subscores.

Few students are admitted purely on academic merit. While the potential for Few students are admitted purely on academic merit. While the potential for academic success is a primary consideration, UF's comprehensive holistic academic success is a primary consideration, UF's comprehensive holistic application review considers the personal essay, academic awards, application review considers the personal essay, academic awards, extracurricular activities, family background and home community. The extracurricular activities, family background and home community. The admissions process is designed to consider all aspects of an applicant’s admissions process is designed to consider all aspects of an applicant’s academic record and personal experiences, and is not intended to admit academic record and personal experiences, and is not intended to admit applicants solely on the basis of grade point averages and test scores.applicants solely on the basis of grade point averages and test scores.

The Office of Admissions employs a comprehensive review process The Office of Admissions employs a comprehensive review process

that evaluates academic and nonacademic criteria. They search for that evaluates academic and nonacademic criteria. They search for students who will be UF's future community of leaders, learners and students who will be UF's future community of leaders, learners and thinkers, and whose education will be enhanced by diverse thinkers, and whose education will be enhanced by diverse experiences experiences

Short-answer and essay questions, in particular, help admissions Short-answer and essay questions, in particular, help admissions officers consider the applicant within the context of each applicant's officers consider the applicant within the context of each applicant's own experiences with family, in high school, in his or her local own experiences with family, in high school, in his or her local communities and within the context of his or her cultural communities and within the context of his or her cultural backgrounds. All factors that can distinguish an applicant's backgrounds. All factors that can distinguish an applicant's achievements and indicate the potential for success at the University achievements and indicate the potential for success at the University of Florida are considered.of Florida are considered.

UF does not want counselor or teacher recommendations.UF does not want counselor or teacher recommendations.

Innovation Academy- Innovation Academy- Provides students will a small-group Provides students will a small-group experience focused on innovation, creativity, entrepreneurship, experience focused on innovation, creativity, entrepreneurship, ethics and leadership. Students are enrolled in the spring-summer ethics and leadership. Students are enrolled in the spring-summer academic year and have the fall to explore off-campus experiential academic year and have the fall to explore off-campus experiential pursuits such as study abroad, internships, research or online pursuits such as study abroad, internships, research or online courses. Majors included in the Colleges of: Agricultural and Life courses. Majors included in the Colleges of: Agricultural and Life Sciences, Business, Design, Construction and Planning, Engineering, Sciences, Business, Design, Construction and Planning, Engineering, Journalism and Communications, Liberal Arts and Sciences and Public Journalism and Communications, Liberal Arts and Sciences and Public Health and Health Professions.Health and Health Professions.

FAMUFAMUFall Fall - - Middle 50%Middle 50% Summer – Middle 50%Summer – Middle 50%3.00 – 3.49 academic GPA3.00 – 3.49 academic GPA 2.50 – 2.99 academic GPA 2.50 – 2.99 academic GPA

1200 - 1470 SAT 1200 - 1470 SAT 1200 - 1470 SAT 1200 - 1470 SAT

17 - 20 ACT17 - 20 ACT 17 - 20 ACT17 - 20 ACT

Online applications preferred. Online applications preferred.

Rolling admissions deadline May 1, preferred by November 1.Rolling admissions deadline May 1, preferred by November 1.

Admit under minimum state standards – Offer Summer Bridge Admit under minimum state standards – Offer Summer Bridge ProgramProgram

Many scholarship opportunities. ACT 27 or SAT 1850 = many Many scholarship opportunities. ACT 27 or SAT 1850 = many scholarship opportunities!!scholarship opportunities!!

Fall Preview for High School Juniors and SeniorsFall Preview for High School Juniors and Seniors – – Saturday, October Saturday, October 20. 20. Meet with representatives from academic schools and Meet with representatives from academic schools and colleges.   Showcase of the school, tailgate and game tickets. colleges.   Showcase of the school, tailgate and game tickets. Contact admissions office to register.  Contact admissions office to register.  

University of Central FloridaUniversity of Central Florida Fall Middle 50% Fall Middle 50% Summer Middle 50% Summer Middle 50%

3.5 – 4.2 academic GPA3.5 – 4.2 academic GPA 3.4 – 3.9 academic GPA 3.4 – 3.9 academic GPA 1700-1960 SAT 1700-1960 SAT 1560-1720 SAT 1560-1720 SAT 25-29 ACT25-29 ACT 22-25 ACT22-25 ACT

Apply online.Apply online.

UCF will interchange SAT scores, but not ACT sub scores from different UCF will interchange SAT scores, but not ACT sub scores from different test dates. test dates.

Rolling admissions – generally notified three to six weeks after they Rolling admissions – generally notified three to six weeks after they receive all supporting official documents.receive all supporting official documents.

Most important factors for admissions: quality and level of rigor of Most important factors for admissions: quality and level of rigor of courses, GPA, and SAT or ACT.courses, GPA, and SAT or ACT.

Unless the student will clearly be accepted through academic merit alone, Unless the student will clearly be accepted through academic merit alone, UCF strongly encourages submitting letters of recommendations, essay UCF strongly encourages submitting letters of recommendations, essay and resume.and resume.

Acceptances: 2/3 based on academics, 1/3 other ( talents, socio-economic, Acceptances: 2/3 based on academics, 1/3 other ( talents, socio-economic, etc)etc)

Special Programs: Special Programs: Lead Scholars Lead Scholars - - 2 year program designed to produce 2 year program designed to produce young leaders of the future. young leaders of the future. EXCEL Program - EXCEL Program - designed to increase designed to increase student success in the first two years of college career in a STEM (Science, student success in the first two years of college career in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) discipline. Technology, Engineering and Math) discipline.

University of South FloridaUniversity of South FloridaMiddle 50% -FallMiddle 50% -Fall Middle 50% - SummerMiddle 50% - Summer3.97 – 4.27 academic GPA3.97 – 4.27 academic GPA 3.5 – 3.8 academic GPA3.5 – 3.8 academic GPA

1770-1900 SAT 1770-1900 SAT 1620-1720 SAT 1620-1720 SAT 27-29 ACT27-29 ACT 23-25 ACT23-25 ACT

Apply onlineApply online

Rolling admissions – prefer that you apply by January 2Rolling admissions – prefer that you apply by January 2nd nd for scholarship for scholarship opportunities.opportunities.

Most important factors for admissions: quality and level of rigor of Most important factors for admissions: quality and level of rigor of courses, GPA, and SAT or ACT.courses, GPA, and SAT or ACT.

Unless you will clearly be accepted through academic merit alone, USF Unless you will clearly be accepted through academic merit alone, USF strongly encourages submitting letters of recommendation, essay and strongly encourages submitting letters of recommendation, essay and resume.resume.

HousingHousing – Apply early! USF requires all freshmen students to live on – Apply early! USF requires all freshmen students to live on campus their first year.campus their first year.

One of the fastest growing large research universities. Very diverse One of the fastest growing large research universities. Very diverse campus – 37% non-Caucasian undergraduate students. Located in a campus – 37% non-Caucasian undergraduate students. Located in a metropolitan area.metropolitan area.

USF Florida Resident Scholarships Opportunities – priority deadline USF Florida Resident Scholarships Opportunities – priority deadline January 2January 2ndnd..

University of North FloridaUniversity of North FloridaMiddle 50% -FallMiddle 50% -Fall Middle 50% - SummerMiddle 50% - Summer3.51 – 4.21 academic GPA3.51 – 4.21 academic GPA3.2 – 3.8 academic GPA3.2 – 3.8 academic GPA

1670-1920 SAT 1670-1920 SAT 1530 - 1670 SAT 1530 - 1670 SAT 25-27 ACT25-27 ACT 22-24 ACT22-24 ACT

Located in Jacksonville. 16,000+ students.Located in Jacksonville. 16,000+ students. Apply online. Rolling admissions – November 16Apply online. Rolling admissions – November 16thth priority admissions priority admissions

deadline. Plan to release decisions by December 14deadline. Plan to release decisions by December 14thth . . On-Site Admissions On-Site Admissions EventEvent in Tallahassee – October 24. Visit www.unf.edu/visitorscenter for in Tallahassee – October 24. Visit www.unf.edu/visitorscenter for details.details.

Will interchange best sub scores for SAT and ACT. Will interchange best sub scores for SAT and ACT.

Most important factors for admissions: quality and level of rigor of courses, Most important factors for admissions: quality and level of rigor of courses, GPA, and SAT or ACT.GPA, and SAT or ACT.

Unless the student will clearly be accepted through academic merit alone, Unless the student will clearly be accepted through academic merit alone, UNF encourages submitting letters of recommendation, essay and resume.UNF encourages submitting letters of recommendation, essay and resume.

UNF Scholarships Deadlines- Merit-based – Nov. 16, Need-based – March 1UNF Scholarships Deadlines- Merit-based – Nov. 16, Need-based – March 1

HousingHousing – Apply early! Freshman are required to live on campus. – Apply early! Freshman are required to live on campus.

On campus activities and Greek participation has increased. Get involved!On campus activities and Greek participation has increased. Get involved!

University of West FloridaUniversity of West FloridaMiddle 50% -Fall and SummerMiddle 50% -Fall and Summer3.4 academic GPA3.4 academic GPA1480 SAT 1480 SAT 22 ACT22 ACT

Located in Pensacola. 12,000+ studentsLocated in Pensacola. 12,000+ students Apply online. Rolling admissions. Priority Admissions deadline January 1.Apply online. Rolling admissions. Priority Admissions deadline January 1.

Merit scholarship deadline: January 1. Merit scholarship deadline: January 1.

Most important factors for admissions: quality and level of rigor of Most important factors for admissions: quality and level of rigor of courses, GPA, and SAT or ACT.courses, GPA, and SAT or ACT.

Will interchange best sub scores for SAT and ACT. Will interchange best sub scores for SAT and ACT.

Unless the student will clearly be accepted through academic merit alone, Unless the student will clearly be accepted through academic merit alone, UWF encourages submitting letters of recommendation, essay and UWF encourages submitting letters of recommendation, essay and resume.resume.

Discover UWF: Discover UWF: Local Information NightLocal Information Night.. In Tallahassee – October 28. See In Tallahassee – October 28. See www.uwf.edu/admissions/discoverUWF for details.www.uwf.edu/admissions/discoverUWF for details.

HousingHousing – Apply early! New residence hall open. – Apply early! New residence hall open.

Other State UniversitiesOther State Universities

Florida Gulf Coast University – Ft. MeyersFlorida Gulf Coast University – Ft. Meyers

Florida Atlantic University – Boca RatonFlorida Atlantic University – Boca Raton– Has a separate Honors College in Jupiter.Has a separate Honors College in Jupiter.

Florida International University – MiamiFlorida International University – Miami

New College of Florida – SarasotaNew College of Florida – Sarasota

Go to Go to www.flvc.orgwww.flvc.org to sort Florida colleges by majors! to sort Florida colleges by majors!

Most state universities have Most state universities have Honors ProgramsHonors Programs for academically exceptional freshmen. The for academically exceptional freshmen. The programs provide students with exceptional and rewarding learning opportunities with programs provide students with exceptional and rewarding learning opportunities with small class sizes and outstanding faculty. See individual university websites for criteria.small class sizes and outstanding faculty. See individual university websites for criteria.

Most universities host Most universities host Open House EventsOpen House Events on their campuses. These specialized events on their campuses. These specialized events allow students and families the opportunity to learn more about campus life, academic allow students and families the opportunity to learn more about campus life, academic programs and financial aid. Registration is typically required. See the university's programs and financial aid. Registration is typically required. See the university's admission website for details. admission website for details.

Highly Selective Colleges Highly Selective Colleges They are looking at:They are looking at:

Grades in academic courses, strength of curriculum (Has the Grades in academic courses, strength of curriculum (Has the student taken the highest academics we offer?), ACT/SAT and student taken the highest academics we offer?), ACT/SAT and often SAT II, class rank, extracurricular activities/college resume, often SAT II, class rank, extracurricular activities/college resume, leadership and community service/volunteer experiences, essays leadership and community service/volunteer experiences, essays and letters of recommendationand letters of recommendation

Visit the school’s website.Visit the school’s website.

Know the deadlines and requirements.Know the deadlines and requirements.

Apply EarlyApply Early

Many require the SAT II subject area tests. Many require the SAT II subject area tests.

Essays - should allow the admissions personnel to see the Essays - should allow the admissions personnel to see the student: what the student has to offer to their campus and their student: what the student has to offer to their campus and their learning environment. They want students to have serious learning environment. They want students to have serious involvement in activities and be able to express why they were involvement in activities and be able to express why they were involved and how they were involved. Students do not need to involved and how they were involved. Students do not need to be the president of the club, they may be the “worker bee”. be the president of the club, they may be the “worker bee”.

Ask about financial aid and apply early.Ask about financial aid and apply early.

Common ApplicationCommon Application https://www.commonapp.org/CommonApp/default.aspxhttps://www.commonapp.org/CommonApp/default.aspx

over 300 member colleges, one stop application, easy chart to help over 300 member colleges, one stop application, easy chart to help simplify application requirements. We plan to complete the counselor simplify application requirements. We plan to complete the counselor and teacher forms online. and teacher forms online.

Federal Financial AidFederal Financial Aid - http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/ - - http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/ - EveryoneEveryone needs to needs to apply beginning January 1 at apply beginning January 1 at www.fafsa.ed.gov.www.fafsa.ed.gov. You can decrease the You can decrease the processing time by applying for a pin # now.processing time by applying for a pin # now. Summer semester requires Summer semester requires the 2012 -13 FAFSA. the 2012 -13 FAFSA.

Federal government determines your family contribution. This is used Federal government determines your family contribution. This is used to determine eligibility for grants, loans, etc. Institutions usually begin to determine eligibility for grants, loans, etc. Institutions usually begin awarding money by March. Applying early is essential to getting the awarding money by March. Applying early is essential to getting the most $.most $.

Federal Financial Aid includes Grants, Scholarships, Work Study Federal Financial Aid includes Grants, Scholarships, Work Study Programs and Loans. Programs and Loans.

Net Price Calculator Net Price Calculator – available on college websites. – available on college websites. Using the net price Using the net price calculator, you can find out your probable eligibility for financial aid calculator, you can find out your probable eligibility for financial aid and estimate your out-of-pocket expenses.and estimate your out-of-pocket expenses.

CSS ProfileCSS Profile – www.CollegeBoard.com – many private and out of state – www.CollegeBoard.com – many private and out of state school require this additional financial aid piece. school require this additional financial aid piece.

Financial aid packages may be negotiable.Financial aid packages may be negotiable. Speak directly to the Speak directly to the financial aid office at the institution.financial aid office at the institution.

Attend theAttend the Financial Aid workshop held Weds., December 5 Financial Aid workshop held Weds., December 5thth @ 6:00 in @ 6:00 in auditorium. auditorium. The workshop is designed to assist with questions The workshop is designed to assist with questions regarding federal financial aid applications.regarding federal financial aid applications.

Follow Through and Follow UpFollow Through and Follow Up Have SAT and ACT scores sent directly to colleges from CollegeBoard and ACT. Have SAT and ACT scores sent directly to colleges from CollegeBoard and ACT.

All testing should include writing component.All testing should include writing component.

The standard entry point is the fall semester. However, freshmen may choose to The standard entry point is the fall semester. However, freshmen may choose to acclimate themselves to college and campus life in Summer, when there aren't acclimate themselves to college and campus life in Summer, when there aren't as many students at the university. Summer admit may differ slightly from fall in as many students at the university. Summer admit may differ slightly from fall in terms of competition. terms of competition. You should apply to the semester that you want to begin.You should apply to the semester that you want to begin. Most universities will offer you summer if you are a candidate for it. Most universities will offer you summer if you are a candidate for it.

Online Status Check-Online Status Check- Students can monitor the status of transcripts and test Students can monitor the status of transcripts and test scores, as well as the specific date on which the admission decision will be made. scores, as well as the specific date on which the admission decision will be made. Applicants being deferred or offered summer admission will have that Applicants being deferred or offered summer admission will have that information available to them online. Check your email regularly. information available to them online. Check your email regularly. Colleges Colleges receive thousands of applications and supporting documents, therefore it will receive thousands of applications and supporting documents, therefore it will take some time for files to be updated. Please be patient and check back take some time for files to be updated. Please be patient and check back regularly before panicking and contacting the admissions office.regularly before panicking and contacting the admissions office.

Post admissionsPost admissions – tuition deposit is due by May 1. – tuition deposit is due by May 1.

HousingHousing- It is highly encouraged that students apply for housing as soon as - It is highly encouraged that students apply for housing as soon as possible. possible.

Financial AidFinancial Aid – All students are encouraged to apply for financial aid. Students – All students are encouraged to apply for financial aid. Students should submit the Free Application for Federal Students Aid (FAFSA) as soon as should submit the Free Application for Federal Students Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible after January 1.possible after January 1.

ScholarshipsScholarships – Accepted students are typically automatically considered for – Accepted students are typically automatically considered for merit scholarship. merit scholarship. Another reason to apply early!Another reason to apply early! A separate application is not A separate application is not typically required. Log onto the Financial Aid office at the college to search for typically required. Log onto the Financial Aid office at the college to search for campus scholarship opportunities.campus scholarship opportunities.

After applyingAfter applyingAcceptedAcceptedDeferred – still in the game. Send mid-year grades, updated test Deferred – still in the game. Send mid-year grades, updated test

scores!scores!DeniedDenied

Rescind admissions offersRescind admissions offersPoor academic performancePoor academic performanceNegative grade trendNegative grade trendDual Enrollment GPA below a 2.0Dual Enrollment GPA below a 2.0Drop classes that you said you were taking when you applied.Drop classes that you said you were taking when you applied.

Students should check their email and/or college accounts Students should check their email and/or college accounts regularly to receive updated information from the admissions regularly to receive updated information from the admissions offices. That is their method of connecting with you.offices. That is their method of connecting with you.

**ALL universities request that students let them know if they do not plan **ALL universities request that students let them know if they do not plan to attend their institution. An email is appreciated and may allow an to attend their institution. An email is appreciated and may allow an opportunity for a student on the “deferred” list. opportunity for a student on the “deferred” list.

Community CollegeCommunity College Why CC? close to home, lower cost, smaller classrooms, low student/teacher ratio, Why CC? close to home, lower cost, smaller classrooms, low student/teacher ratio,

flexible scheduling .flexible scheduling .

Admission based on Regular high school diploma. Admission based on Regular high school diploma. Apply by January for admissions Apply by January for admissions and and scholarshipsscholarships! !

Everyone must take placement test. PERT used unless exempted by SAT/ACT Everyone must take placement test. PERT used unless exempted by SAT/ACT scores.scores.– SATSAT: 440 verbal and 550 math : 440 verbal and 550 math - ACT- ACT: 17 English, 18 reading, 21 math: 17 English, 18 reading, 21 math– PERT:PERT: Reading 104, Writing 99, Math 113 Reading 104, Writing 99, Math 113Students who take college prep courses in high school are more likely to be Students who take college prep courses in high school are more likely to be

successful on the tests and not need remediation at the community college.successful on the tests and not need remediation at the community college.

A student with an AA degree is guaranteed admission to state university (not A student with an AA degree is guaranteed admission to state university (not necessarily university or program of choice). necessarily university or program of choice). Admitted as a junior upon transfer to Admitted as a junior upon transfer to the university, students need to know their major, the pre-requisite the university, students need to know their major, the pre-requisite requirements, deadlines, etc. It is important for them to attend the Transfer requirements, deadlines, etc. It is important for them to attend the Transfer Orientation Program and get involved on campus!Orientation Program and get involved on campus!

TCC’sTCC’s will host several events on their campus – will host several events on their campus – check website for dates and times.check website for dates and times. PreviewPreview will feature information on admissions, scholarships, financial aid, TCC degree will feature information on admissions, scholarships, financial aid, TCC degree

and workforce programs, campus activities and events as well as information on TCC and workforce programs, campus activities and events as well as information on TCC student services such as Disability Support Services, The Learning Commons and student services such as Disability Support Services, The Learning Commons and more. more. 

Scholarship FairScholarship Fair is for current and prospective students. is for current and prospective students.

2 + 2 Pathways to Success : http://www.fldoe.org/articulation/pdf/Pathways_to_Success.pdf2 + 2 Pathways to Success : http://www.fldoe.org/articulation/pdf/Pathways_to_Success.pdf

Bright Futures ScholarshipsBright Futures Scholarships Academic Scholars AwardAcademic Scholars Award - - -- Pro-rated per hour tuition coverage at a Pro-rated per hour tuition coverage at a

Florida post secondary institution. Florida post secondary institution. Requirements:Requirements: 3.5 weighted* GPA (16 required academic credits), 3.5 weighted* GPA (16 required academic credits), 1280 SAT or 28 ACT and 100 hours of community service. 1280 SAT or 28 ACT and 100 hours of community service. Forms and Forms and Guidelines available on Chiles Guidance website. Guidelines available on Chiles Guidance website. Maintain 3.0 GPA in Maintain 3.0 GPA in college to maintain scholarship. college to maintain scholarship.

Florida Medallion Scholars AwardFlorida Medallion Scholars Award - - Pro-rated per hour tuition Pro-rated per hour tuition coverage at a Florida post secondary institution. coverage at a Florida post secondary institution. Requirements:Requirements: 3.0 weighted* GPA (16 required academic credits) and 3.0 weighted* GPA (16 required academic credits) and 1020 SAT or 22 ACT and 75 hours of community service. 1020 SAT or 22 ACT and 75 hours of community service. Forms and Forms and Guidelines available on Chiles Guidance website.Guidelines available on Chiles Guidance website. . . Maintain 2.75 GPA in Maintain 2.75 GPA in college to maintain scholarship.college to maintain scholarship.

16 required academic credits include:16 required academic credits include:4 English4 English4 Math (Algebra I level and higher)4 Math (Algebra I level and higher)3 Science3 Science3 Social Science3 Social Science2 Foreign Language (in the same language)2 Foreign Language (in the same language)

View scholarship award amounts at: View scholarship award amounts at: www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/ssfad/bf/awardamt.htmwww.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/ssfad/bf/awardamt.htm

Statewide Scholarship Weighting awards Statewide Scholarship Weighting awards .25 per semester.25 per semester for honors and AP for honors and APcourses with a “C” or higher. Honors foreign language is not honors for BF courses with a “C” or higher. Honors foreign language is not honors for BF

GPA calculation.GPA calculation.

Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars AwardFlorida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award - - Pro-rated per Pro-rated per hour tuition coverage at a Florida post secondary institution. hour tuition coverage at a Florida post secondary institution. RequirementsRequirements: 3.0 weighted GPA (16 required credits for graduation), : 3.0 weighted GPA (16 required credits for graduation), 3.5 GPA in a 3 credit vocational program, 30 hours of community service. 3.5 GPA in a 3 credit vocational program, 30 hours of community service.

Forms and Guidelines available on Chiles Guidance websiteForms and Guidelines available on Chiles Guidance website.. a passing score on a passing score on a college placement test (SAT 440 verbal & math, ACT 18 Reading, 17 a college placement test (SAT 440 verbal & math, ACT 18 Reading, 17 English, 19 Math or PERT Reading 104, Writing 99, Math 113) English, 19 Math or PERT Reading 104, Writing 99, Math 113) Maintain 2.75 Maintain 2.75 GPA in college to maintain scholarship. GPA in college to maintain scholarship. Gold Seal is funded only for technical/vocational Gold Seal is funded only for technical/vocational post secondary programs. post secondary programs.

TV Productions ITV Productions I Communication Technology I Communication Technology ITV Productions IITV Productions II Communication Technology II Communication Technology IITV Productions IIITV Productions III Communication Technology III Communication Technology III

Culinary Arts ICulinary Arts I DCT IDCT ICulinary Arts IICulinary Arts II DCT IIDCT IICulinary Arts IIICulinary Arts III DCT IIIDCT III

Engineering Technology IEngineering Technology I Computing for College and CareersComputing for College and CareersEngineering Technology IIEngineering Technology II Web Design IWeb Design IEngineering Technology IIIEngineering Technology III Web Design IIWeb Design II

Criminal Justice ICriminal Justice ICriminal Justice IICriminal Justice IICriminal Justice IIICriminal Justice III

****** Satisfactory completion of a three credit sequential vocational program may award Satisfactory completion of a three credit sequential vocational program may award TCC credit toward an A.S. degree. See Leon County Schools Career Pathways TCC credit toward an A.S. degree. See Leon County Schools Career Pathways Bulletin.Bulletin.

B.F. Application InformationB.F. Application Information Seniors should apply even if they plan to attend outside the state Seniors should apply even if they plan to attend outside the state

of Florida.of Florida.Students who do not apply by graduation, forfeit all future eligibility. Students who do not apply by graduation, forfeit all future eligibility.

There is a delay option available, but students must be awarded the There is a delay option available, but students must be awarded the scholarship as a senior in high school.scholarship as a senior in high school.

  DO NOT APPLY BEFORE DECEMBER 1! DO NOT APPLY BEFORE DECEMBER 1!

www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.orgwww.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org Students need to complete the application. Students need to complete the application. Accuracy is important! Accuracy is important!

(SS#, DOB, official name, active email address, graduation date, etc. ) This (SS#, DOB, official name, active email address, graduation date, etc. ) This application is the state financial aid application and covers many programs. application is the state financial aid application and covers many programs.

ALL correspondence regarding application and scholarship awards ALL correspondence regarding application and scholarship awards will occur through the Bright Futures account. will occur through the Bright Futures account. Make sure to Make sure to check it! check it!

Students are required to submit a complete, error-free Students are required to submit a complete, error-free FAFSAFAFSA for Bright Futures, Florida Resident Access Grant, for Bright Futures, Florida Resident Access Grant, and Access to Better Learning and Education Grant initial and Access to Better Learning and Education Grant initial and renewal eligibility any time prior to disbursement. No and renewal eligibility any time prior to disbursement. No FAFSA = No $FAFSA = No $

Community Service documentation: Community Service documentation: please submit the least amount of please submit the least amount of paperwork possible and keep a copy for your records. paperwork possible and keep a copy for your records. ( Make copies BEFORE ( Make copies BEFORE submitting it to Mrs. Fisher in guidance). submitting it to Mrs. Fisher in guidance).

To earn BF in first evaluation (7 semester review- notification in To earn BF in first evaluation (7 semester review- notification in March):March): students must earn the required GPA after completion students must earn the required GPA after completion of 1of 1stst semester, the required test scores by January 2013 and semester, the required test scores by January 2013 and submit documentation of community service hours by submit documentation of community service hours by January January 18, 201318, 2013. (Hours must be completed by end of 1. (Hours must be completed by end of 1stst semester.) semester.)

To earn BF in second evaluation (8 semester review- notification To earn BF in second evaluation (8 semester review- notification in August):in August): students must earn the required GPA after students must earn the required GPA after completion of 2completion of 2ndnd semester, the required test scores by June semester, the required test scores by June 2013 and submitted documentation of community service 2013 and submitted documentation of community service hours by graduation. Community hours by graduation. Community Service documentation Service documentation formsforms MUST be signed by guidance counselor by MUST be signed by guidance counselor by May May 17, 2013.17, 2013.

*The only students who will be announced as Bright Future recipients during *The only students who will be announced as Bright Future recipients during the Senior Awards Ceremony will be those students who have qualified the Senior Awards Ceremony will be those students who have qualified after 1after 1stst semester. semester. Students need to check their BF account in April to Students need to check their BF account in April to ensure they have qualified. ensure they have qualified.

ScholarshipsScholarships

Many schools offer partial or full scholarship programs. Many schools offer partial or full scholarship programs.

ie: GT Presidential Scholars, UVA Jefferson Scholars, ie: GT Presidential Scholars, UVA Jefferson Scholars, Emory Emory

Scholars, UF Lombardi, NC State Jacob and Betty Belin Scholars, UF Lombardi, NC State Jacob and Betty Belin ScholarshipScholarship

Guidance Scholarship Website:Guidance Scholarship Website:

http://www.chiles.leon.k12.fl.us/real_chiles2/dept/Guidance/http://www.chiles.leon.k12.fl.us/real_chiles2/dept/Guidance/index_guidance.htmlindex_guidance.html

New opportunities arrive daily. Check the scholarship list at least New opportunities arrive daily. Check the scholarship list at least every two weeks. You never know what you might qualify for! every two weeks. You never know what you might qualify for! Check for scholarships at the institutions that you plan to Check for scholarships at the institutions that you plan to attend.attend.

Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG) –Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG) – Need Based, Eligibility determined at institutionsNeed Based, Eligibility determined at institutions

Florida Resident Access Grant (FRAG ) -Florida Resident Access Grant (FRAG ) - Tuition Assistance at non-public year schoolsTuition Assistance at non-public year schools

First Generation Matching Grant ProgramFirst Generation Matching Grant ProgramNeed based grant program for students attending a Public State Need based grant program for students attending a Public State

University University Eligibility is based on – Parents have not earned a baccalaureate Eligibility is based on – Parents have not earned a baccalaureate degree, need determination, undergraduate, resident full-time degree, need determination, undergraduate, resident full-time statusstatusUniversity can award up to the cost of attendance.University can award up to the cost of attendance.

Academic Competitive Grant (ACG)Academic Competitive Grant (ACG)First and second year college studentsFirst and second year college studentsPell Grant recipients – need based programPell Grant recipients – need based program

NCAA RequirementsNCAA RequirementsDIVISION IDIVISION I - 16 Core Courses - 16 Core Courses 4 4 years of English.years of English.3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher)3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher) 2 years of science 2 years of science 1 year of additional English, math or science1 year of additional English, math or science 2 years of social science.2 years of social science.4 years of additional academic courses4 years of additional academic courses

Sliding Scale for Core GPA/Test scoreSliding Scale for Core GPA/Test scoreThe SAT combined score is based on the Verbal and Math sections only. The SAT combined score is based on the Verbal and Math sections only. ACT uses a sum score of the four sections, not the composite. ACT uses a sum score of the four sections, not the composite. The writing section is not used on SAT or ACT.The writing section is not used on SAT or ACT.

Examples:Examples: Core GPACore GPA SATSAT ACT ACT3.0003.000 620620 52 522.5002.500 820820 68 682.0002.000 10101010 86 86

See complete scale at www.ncaa.orgSee complete scale at www.ncaa.org

Seniors should have completed the application with the Eligibility Center and Seniors should have completed the application with the Eligibility Center and submitted a transcriptsubmitted a transcript

release form to our registrar, Mrs. Tucker. SAT/ACT scores must be sent directly release form to our registrar, Mrs. Tucker. SAT/ACT scores must be sent directly to NCAA from the to NCAA from the

testing programs. See your counselor or coach if you have questions. testing programs. See your counselor or coach if you have questions. Register http://web1.ncaa.org/ECWR2/NCAA_EMS/NCAA.jspRegister http://web1.ncaa.org/ECWR2/NCAA_EMS/NCAA.jsp

www. FLVC.orgwww. FLVC.org This website is a tracking tool for the Florida Bright This website is a tracking tool for the Florida Bright

Futures scholarships. This website also includes information regardingFutures scholarships. This website also includes information regardingresources for student advising, Career Planning Tools, Collegeresources for student advising, Career Planning Tools, College

Locator, Degree Program Search, Admission Requirements,Locator, Degree Program Search, Admission Requirements,Online applications, Financial Aid and more.Online applications, Financial Aid and more.

My College QuickStartMy College QuickStartwww.quickstart.collegeboard.orgwww.quickstart.collegeboard.org

Students who take the PSAT/NMSQT can access their personalized college and career planning kit until the graduate from high school. It includes:

• My Online Score Report

• My SAT Study Plan

• My College Matches

• My Major and Career Matches

Big Future Big Future www.bigfuture.collegeboard.orgwww.bigfuture.collegeboard.org

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College Admissions VisitationsCollege Admissions VisitationsOctoberOctober

99 Thomas UniversityThomas University 44thth

15 15 St. Leo UniversitySt. Leo University 33rdrd

SamfordSamford 33rdrd

2525 Birmingham SouthernBirmingham Southern 22ndnd

Colleges that have visited CHS this school year:Colleges that have visited CHS this school year:

Rollins CollegeRollins College Millsap UniversityMillsap University

University of West FloridaUniversity of West Florida Emory University Emory University

Mercer UniversityMercer University Florida Gulf Coast University Florida Gulf Coast University

New College of FLNew College of FL Florida State University Florida State University

Furman UniversityFurman University Florida Institute of TechnologyFlorida Institute of Technology

Albany State UniversityAlbany State University University of Southern CaliforniaUniversity of Southern California

University of PennUniversity of Penn Agnes ScottAgnes Scott

University of South FloridaUniversity of South Florida University of North FloridaUniversity of North Florida

University of Central FloridaUniversity of Central Florida University of FloridaUniversity of Florida

Florida Southern UniversityFlorida Southern University Florida Atlantic UniversityFlorida Atlantic University

Helpful WebsitesHelpful Websites www. flvc.orgwww. flvc.org www.collegeboard.comwww.collegeboard.com www.actstudent.orgwww.actstudent.org

Financial Aid:Financial Aid: www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.orgwww.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org www.fafsa.ed.govwww.fafsa.ed.gov www.fastweb.comwww.fastweb.com http://scholarships.brokescholar.comhttp://scholarships.brokescholar.com http://www.scholaraid.com/http://www.scholaraid.com/

College Search:College Search: www.collegeweeklive.com www.collegeweeklive.com - - College Fairs held online where students College Fairs held online where students

can search nationwide colleges and visit with college admissions experts can search nationwide colleges and visit with college admissions experts online!online!

www.youniversitytv.comwww.youniversitytv.com www.collegeconfidential.comwww.collegeconfidential.com www.collegequest.comwww.collegequest.com www.anycollege.netwww.anycollege.net www.review.comwww.review.com

SAT/ACTSAT/ACT Online registration - Must upload photo ID with registration. Both Online registration - Must upload photo ID with registration. Both

websites offer practice materials. Also check out websites offer practice materials. Also check out testpreview.com and sparknotes.com testpreview.com and sparknotes.com Scores must be sent directly Scores must be sent directly to the universities from SAT/ACT for admissions purposes. Colleges to the universities from SAT/ACT for admissions purposes. Colleges recommend that you submit all of your scores to them and not utilize the recommend that you submit all of your scores to them and not utilize the Score Choice Score Choice options.options.

SAT SAT - Collegeboard.com- Collegeboard.com Test DateTest Date Registration DeadlineRegistration Deadline Late Registration Late RegistrationOctober 6 October 6 September 26 September 26Nov 3Nov 3 Oct 5Oct 5 Oct 19 Oct 19Dec 1Dec 1 Nov 6Nov 6 Nov 20 Nov 20Jan 26Jan 26 Dec 28Dec 28 Jan 11 Jan 11March 9March 9 Feb 8Feb 8 Feb 22 Feb 22May 4May 4 April 4April 4 April 19 April 19June 1June 1 May 7May 7 May 21 May 21

ACTACT – ACTstudent.org – ACTstudent.orgTest DateTest Date Registration Deadline Registration Deadline Late RegistrationLate RegistrationOct 27Oct 27 Oct 5Oct 5Dec 8Dec 8 Nov 2Nov 2 Nov 16Nov 16Feb 9Feb 9 Jan 11Jan 11 Jan 18Jan 18April 13April 13 March 8 March 8 March 22March 22June 8June 8 May 3May 3 May 17May 17

Placement Test (PERT) at TCCPlacement Test (PERT) at TCC – testing center 201- 8282 – testing center 201- 8282