Scecina Procedures

1
Scecina Procedures
2
The Guidance Office

• Room 101
• Check for upcoming events, scholarships and
  deadlines
• Find resources and materials for testing, career
  search and college search
• Find applications and resources for colleges
  around the Midwest
• Available volunteer opportunities

3
Important Dates

• Late registration deadline for the October 4th
  SAT September 16
• Regular registration deadline for the November
  1st SAT September 26
• Regular registration deadline for the October
  25th ACT September 19
• Have all college applications completed and
  submitted by November 1st for maximum scholarship
  consideration
• Financial Aid Night is November 13th, 700
  830pm in the cafeteria

4
Upcoming Events

• Colleges That Change Lives Tour
• The Fountains Banquet Conference Center in
  Carmel, September 11th, 7pm
• Indy Westside College Fair
• Ben Davis High School, Wednesday, October 8th,
  730pm 900pm
• Indianapolis National College Fair
• Convention Center, November 6th, 600pm 800pm

5
SAT vs. ACT

• SAT
• Three parts
• Scores range 200-800
• Critical Reasoning
• Math
• Writing
• Colleges focus on the CR Math score

• ACT
• Four parts
• English
• Math
• Science Reasoning
• Reading Comprehension
• Writing is optional TAKE IT!
• Scores range 12-36
• Colleges focus on the composite score

6
SAT Subject Tests

• Specialized Tests
• Math, S.S., Science, English, Language
• 1 hour tests
• Given the same day as the SAT reasoning but
  cannot take both on same day
• Check test schedule for specific tests given on
  each date
• Can take 3 tests on one day
• Take right after completing the class

7
Where Should I Apply? Keep in Mind

• Tuition cost and available scholarships
• Location
• On campus experience vs. commuter campus
• In-State vs. Out-of-State
• Co-ed vs. single-gender
• Public vs. Private
• Class/school size
• Extracurricular activities
• Academic reputation

• Majors and minors offered
• Feeling in your gut
• Atmosphere
• Special Programs
• Ex. Study abroad
• Residence Halls
• Calendar Years
• Semester, Quarters, Trimester, etc.

8
Where Should I Apply?

• Be Realistic!
• IU Bloomington Fall 2008 Freshman Class
• Average SAT score 1211 (CR, Math)
• Average ACT score 26 (composite)
• Average GPA 3.6 on a 4.0 scale
• Must be in top 40 of your senior class
• Estimate that 34,000 will apply in 2009 and only
  6,900 will be admitted

9
College Visits

• Seniors are allowed 2 college visit days for
  excused absences
• Must pick up a College Visit form from the front
  office and have it signed by teachers prior to
  the visit day. (see handout)
• Research the college/university prior to arriving
• Have a list of Qs to ask

10
College Visits

• Visit the library, dining halls, dorms, student
  union, rec center
• Go to a sporting event
• Drive by off-campus housing and local haunts
• Ask about campus safety
• Meet with a financial aid and admissions
  representative

11
Career Shadow

• Seniors are allowed one career shadow day for an
  excused absence
• Pick up a form in the front office
• Same process as the college visit form
• Have Qs ready to ask your mentor
• Great way to see day-to-day responsibilities in
  the field that interests you

12
Transcripts

• Colleges request official student transcripts
• Print out Counselor Signature Form
• Write your name on it!
• Fill out the student section
• Provide an extra blank copy
• Provide an addressed, stamped, large envelope for
  faster processing
• Hand to Ms. Lowe
• Allow 2 weeks to be mailed

13
WHEN You Are Accepted

• Congratulations!
• Tell Ms. Lowe so it can be included in your file
• Also tell Ms. Lowe about financial aid, awards or
  scholarships offered

14
Work in Progress

• What you can soon expect from the Guidance
  Office
• Web page
• Financial Aid
• Scholarships
• Helpful Links
• Study Skills Tips
• Resources for Families
• Upcoming Events
• Class Schedules/Planning
• Important Forms
• Newsletter
• Listserv for juniors and seniors

15
If You Have More Questions

• Please dont hesitate to contact me!
• Slowe_at_scecina.org
• 356-6377 x 1120