Why College? What Are My Options? Revised 7/2013
Dec 24, 2015
Why College? What Are My Options?Revised 7/2013
Why College?
Who wants to go to college?
Why do you want to go to
college?
What are you doing to prepare for college now?
Why College: Tell Your Story
Why did you want to go to college?
Who helped you/how did you get there?
Where did you go and what did you study?
Why College: What do you think of?
football
sorority
fraternity
campus
mascot
opportunity
dorms
debt
money
independenceparties
basketball
study abroad
internships
notes
lectures
books
studyingeducation
boys
clubs
ramen noodles
minor
Why College: What is College?
1079 Options: House Bill 1079
Undocumented students have “resident” tuition status This does not affect your citizenship status Include an affidavit in your college applications
1079 Options: College IS Possible
No Social Security number needed to apply
Resident tuition in Washington and several other states
Some financial aid in the form of scholarships
Agenda
Why College?
What Are My Options?
What Do I Need To Consider?
Assessing Where You Are
Why College?
How college grads describe themselves:More satisfied with their careersHealthierMore effective speakersMore likely to have meaningful workHappier with lifeMore secure in lifeMore confidentMore socialMore resourceful
How employers describe them:More motivatedLearn more quicklyBetter able to meet deadlinesBetter problem solversBetter communicatorsBetter able to leadMore worthy of promotionLess likely to be laid offMore deserving of a higher salaryHas credentialsKnows how to set and achieve goalsGreater knowledge and skill set
Why College?
A high school diploma is just not enough anymore
Jobs that require more than high school make up more than 2/3 of new jobs, and it’s growing.
New jobs for HS graduates
New jobs for college graduates
Source: Carnevale, Anthony P. and Donna M. Desrochers, Standards for What? The Economic Roots of K–16 Reform, Educational Testing Service, 2003.
Why College?
Postsecondary education creates more job stability
High School Diploma Some College Average Unemployment Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree0
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3
4
5
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9 8.3
7.7
6.86.2
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Why College?
High School Diploma Some College Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
Postsecondary degrees lead to greater weekly earnings
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Current Population Survey, 2012.
Why College?
Over a lifetime, college graduates earn
$1 million more than those who only have a high
school degree.
Why College?
Nobody in my family has ever gone I’m tired of school — I just want a job I can’t afford college I don’t know what I want to study College takes too long and is too difficult I’m needed at home and in my community I’m not smart enough
I can be the first to go! College will help me get a better paying job! There’s plenty of financial aid available! I’ll figure it out when I’m taking classes! Some degrees only take one or two years. I can go to college online, without leaving home! I am smart enough to go to college! I can do it!
1079 Options: Why College?
Employment options Entrepreneurship Employer sponsorship
Self-Advocacy Ability to implement
change Evidence of
contributions to community
1079 Options: DREAM Act
If passed, would legalize status of several million undocumented youth
Would provide permanent resident status upon completion of two years of college or military service
Agenda
Why College?
What Are My Options?
What Do I Need To Consider?
Assessing Where You Are
Options: Degree Types
Graduate DegreesMaster (MS, MA, MBA, MPA, MEd,
etc)
Doctorate (PhD)
Professional (JD, etc)
Undergraduate Degrees
Vocational, technical, or
trade certificate
Associate (AA, AS, ABA, etc.)
Bachelor (BS, BA, BFA, etc)
Options: School Types
Public
Private
Proprietary
All Degree Types
All Fields of Study
Options: 4-year universities in WA
Antioch University–Seattle Art Institute of Seattle Bastyr University Central Washington University City University of Seattle Cornish College of the Arts Eastern Washington University Evergreen State College Gonzaga University Heritage University Northwest Indian College Northwest University Pacific Lutheran University Saint Martin's University
Seattle Pacific University Seattle University Trinity Lutheran College University of Puget Sound University of Washington
Bothell campus Tacoma campus
Walla Walla University Washington State University
Spokane campus Tri-Cities campus Vancouver campus
Western Washington University Whitman College Whitworth University
Options: Careers
Nurse (RN/LPS)
Yakima CC for General Ed Classes/Prerequisites for nursing
Yakima Valley CC for Nursing (2 years)
Job as Registered Nurse
University of WA Bachelors of Science in Nursing program
Nurse with BSN = $64,000 median pay
Lawyer
UW Bachelor of Arts in English/Philosophy (4 years)
North Seattle CC – post-graduate pre-reqs for law school
Brown Law School for JD (3 years)
Bar Exam
Lawyer = $112,600 median pay
Cosmetologist
Trade School Program (1.5-2 years)
6 month internship with Gene Juarez
Practicing Cosmetologist = $22,500 median pay
Agenda
Why College?
What Are My Options?
What Do I Need To Consider?
What Can I Do To Prepare?
Consider: Cost
Community College-Highline Community College = $16-$18,000
4-Year Public College-University of Washington = $20-$27,000
4-Year Private College- Seattle University = $46-$53,000
Cost of Attendance: Tuition & Fees Room & Board Books & Supplies Transportation Personal Costs Study Abroad
!!!$150 Billion!!!
Consider: Cost
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) Designed to reduce tuition for out-of-state
students Schools in 15 western states For information go to: www.wue.wiche.edu
Consider: Location
Consider: Areas of Study
Consider: Size
Consider: Support Services and Student Life
Consider: Personal Values
Consider: What NOT to rely on
“It’s a prestigious school.” “I REALLY WANT TO GO THERE!!!” “I’m a big fan of their football
team.” “My boyfriend/girlfriend is going
there.”
Agenda
Why College?
What Are My Options?
What Do I Need To Consider?
Assessing Where You Are
Assessing: Academic
GPA Standardized test scores Meeting credit requirements Rigorous curriculum Some schools have different requirements
– so don’t wait to find out yours!
Participate in Preparing for College: Success Strategies workshop
Assessing: Personal
Assessing: Financial
Learn about financial aid options
Start researching scholarships one year prior to applying
Apply for scholarships
Save
Assessing: Financial Aid
Paying for College
Family Financing
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Assessing: FAFSA
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA)Expected Family Contribution
(EFC)
What kind of aid can you receive?
How much aid can you receive?
www.fafsa.govFree FAFSA support
through site
Free FAFSA support through College Goal
Sunday
1079 Options: Paying for College
theWashBoard.org
Campanaquetzal.org
HB1079.org
Assessing: Planning
Research schools Research careers Keep track of deadlines Know where you are Visit college campuses
Assessing: What You Can Do Now!
Be a Pain: Find a Mentor. Push Yourself Academically. Push Yourself: Get Organized Find the Right Fit: Explore Your Interests. Find the Right Fit: Become a Researcher. Get Your Hands On Some Cash: Save.
1079 Options: The Barriers
You may have unique obstacles that other students don’t have
Your grades, proven ability and experiences may matter more than they do for other students
You may have to work twice as hard as other students You may have to depend heavily on your support network
for resources, access to programs and information Preparing academically and financially may be more
important for you than most students
1079 Options: What You Can Do Now
Take tough classes Boost your GPA Network NOW!
Community Industry
Find mentors Business Law Nonprofit sector Education Students
Get involved in extracurricular activities (LEADERSHIP) SAVE!!! Research organizations that have support services for you
Latino Education Achievement Project (LEAP) 206-763-5277, [email protected]
Secondary Education for Migrant Youth www.semy.org
Research schools that have support services for you
What Families Can Do
Believe it or not, students think parents are helpful
Who Students Say Are Very Helpful in Selecting High School Classes
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Mother Father Teacher Friend Counselor Principal
Source: Wimberly, George L.; Noeth, Richard J., College Readiness Begins in Middle School. ACT Policy Report, American College Testing ACT Inc, 2005.
What Families Can Do
Know What It Takes to Go to CollegeCoursework Math and English every year Two years of Laboratory Science and World Languages
Read, Read, Read! At 8th grade level or above for SAT preparation Newsweek instead of People National Geographic instead of National Enquirer
What Families Can Do
Talk to your student about his or her interests, abilities, talents, and goals
Get involved in school. Know what is going on in school and with your student’s studies and grades.
Make sure your student is in school every day, on time, and ready to learn
What Families Can Do
Give your student household responsibilities
Talk about post-high school educational opportunities
Talk about your job and career in a positive manner
College Process Timeline
September OctoberNovembe
rDecember January
February
March April May June
APPLYING FOR
COLLEGE Timeline
Finding the Right
School
Applying for College Finalize housing, deposits, orientation, and classes
Attend College Fairs and college visits to your high
school
*Apply to a variety of colleges*
Review acceptance letters
Say ‘YES’ by May 1st
FINANCIAL AID
Timeline
Research the
Financial Aid Website of Colleges
List the documents required for Financial Aid
Understanding the Financial Aid
ProcessCompleting the FAFSA Compare Financial
Aid Packages
Accept Financial
Aid package
Complete documents (entrance counseling and loan forms)Complete CSS Profile (if applicable)
Verification if chosen for
verification, submit verification form & copies of your tax forms
SCHOLARSHI
P Timeline Finding & Applying for Scholarships
Report all scholarships awarded to your college
Online Resources
Mapping Your Future www.mapping-your-future.org
The College Board www.collegeboard.com
CollegeNET www.collegenet.com
Adventures in Education www.adventuresineducation.org
KnowHow2Go www.knowhow2go.org
College Cost Navigator collegecost.ed.gov
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