Post Secondary Education Planning Night

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Post Secondary Education Planning Night
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Education Opens the Door to Your Future
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• Everyone needs post secondary education.
• College
• Technical Programs
• Apprenticeship
• Military

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Salary Comparisons

• Doctoral Degree 89,400
• Masters Degree 62,300
• Bachelors Degree 52,200
• Associates Degree 38,200
• Some College 36,800
• High School Diploma 30,400
• From mydegree.com

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Technical Salaries

• Automotive Service Tech 37,662
• Dental Assistant 32,246
• Electrician 47,869
• Diesel Engine Mechanic 41,174
• From Careerbuilder.com

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Finances

• Partnership between student and parent
• Search out scholarships
• Remember to apply if you think you will need aid
• Keep options open
• Think about the whole experience not just the
  first year!
• Never to late to apply for help
• Beware of scams!!!!

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HOPE Program

• Scholarships for students in degree programs at
  public, and private colleges and universities,
• Grants for students enrolled in certificate or
  diploma programs at public colleges or technical
  colleges, and
• Awards for GED certificate recipients who are
  entering college

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HOPE Scholarship Eligibility

• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen for
  Title IV funds.
• Meet HOPEs Georgia residency requirements.
• Earn a B average in the core curriculum
  courses. All grades count in the core area.
• Earn a 3.0 with a CP seal
• Earn a 3.2 with Tech seal
• Core classes are any English, Math, Social
  Studies, Science and Foreign Language.

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HOPE Grant

• For diploma or certificate seeking students
• To legal Georgia residents, who are accepted for
  enrollment in approved courses
• No grade average is required.

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More Info

• GAcollege411.org

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Your Strengths

• Values
• Activities
• Skills/Talents
• Academic
• Sports
• Work
• Involve parents

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Grades and Course Work

• Take required course work
• Take AP/Honors
• Take the tech courses in your area
• Enrichment
• courses/jobs in area

• Make good grades
• Make junior and senior years count
• Dont forget local small schools, junior
  colleges, and tech schools.
• There is nothing wrong with transferring but be
  cautious.

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Entrance Exams

• SAT
• ACT
• Asset
• Practice, practice, practice
• Web sites
• Career Center

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Finding the Right School

• Size
• Public/Private
• Environment
• Student Life
• Location
• Facilities

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SIZE

• Relationships with professors
• Student body
• Opportunities

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Public VS Private

• Cost
• More student aid
• Strong alumni
• Job opportunities summer and after graduation
• Affiliations
• Prestige

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Environment

• Academics
• Athletics
• Social Life
• Greek Life
• Dorms
• Apartments

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Location

• In state or out
• Commuting
• Driving
• Flying
• Geographic Location

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Facilities

• Dorms
• Library
• Labs
• Cafeteria/Meal Plans
• Medical/Insurance
• Parking on campus
• Bookstore
• Internet accessibility
• Town area

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How do I learn about schools?

• College itself
• Internet
• People
• Campus Visits
• GAcollege411

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Campus Visit

• Make Appointment
• Ask questions
• Suitcase/commuter campus
• Roommate issues
• Cashing checks
• Career counseling
• Academic help
• Assistance for freshmen
• Computer lab

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Choose, Apply, Enroll

• Apply early
• Apply early
• Apply early
• Apply early
• Take entrance tests
• Make good grades

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What do I do next?

• You get accepted.
• Wait for financial aid package.
• Send letter of acceptance or turning down the
  acceptance.
• Housing deposit.
• Freshmen orientation

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What do I Not Do?

• Let grades slip
• You could be put on academic probation before
  you even get on campus!
• You could loose your acceptance!

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Assistance

• Your counselors are willing to help.
• You just need to ask.
• Be bold and be up front with them.
• Do NOT be afraid to ASK!!!

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To Do List for Parents

• Check on health insurance
• Check on car insurance
• Make sure your child signs the necessary document
  for you to see grades!

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Enjoy the journey!!!!

• A new chapter is beginning in your life.
• This change affects more than just you.