Getting In by Standing Out
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This document provides information about the college application process and the importance of applications and essays. It begins by explaining how selective the target school is determines how important the application is. It then discusses what colleges look for in applications and the different types of admissions. The remainder covers creating an application plan, types of essays, scholarships including merit-based and need-based, and free resources available to students.
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- 4. Bill Porti IndependentEducational Consultant My CollegeAdvisor 11676 Perry Hwy, #1303 Wexford, PA 15090 866-244-9971 Bill.CollegeAdvisor@gmail.com www.PlanForCollegeAid.com
- 5. Bill Porti IndependentEducational Consultant I will provide copies of all the slides and they will be available online. If you have a question … Please ask!My CollegeAdvisor 11676 Perry Hwy, #1303 Wexford, PA 15090 866-244-9971 Bill.CollegeAdvisor@gmail.com www.PlanForCollegeAid.com
- 6. How Important is your Application and Essay in theCollegeAdmissions? IT DEPENDS!
- 7. On How Selective TheTarget School Is 1/8 Highly Selective 1/4 Selective ½ Somewhat Selective 6/8 Most Highly Selective (1/8)
- 8. 91% 4YR 6YR Acceptance Rate Freshmen Retention Rate Graduation Rates I U P 71% 33% 54% 95%Clarion University 74% 33% 52% 81%P S U - Beaver 72% 30% 47% 64%AlleghenyCollege 82% 66% 74% 72%Elon University 90% 78% 83% 55%P S U - Main 93% 66% 85% Somewhat Selective 75% + Acceptance Rate Selective 50-74% Acceptance Rate
- 9. 29% 4YR 6YR Acceptance Rate Freshmen Retention Rate Graduation Rates CaseWestern 94% 65% 85% 42%GeorgeWashington 93% 73% 82% 28%Wake Forest 95% 84% 89% 17%Carnegie Mellon 97% 75% 89% 18%Notre Dame 98% 93% 97% 22%UVA (non-resident) 97% 89% 94% Highly Selective 25 – 49% Acceptance Rate Highly Selective < 25% Acceptance Rate
- 10. THE GOAL Put together the BEST possible application – to Gain acceptance to the BEST possible college For the BEST possible Educational Outcome & Experience
- 11. THE GOAL Put together the BEST possible application – to Qualify for Admissions at Schools that provide large amounts of Financial Aid! Merit Scholarship Eligibility
- 12. Whatthe CollegesWant • High School grades & GPA (unweighted) • Most look even further - Honors,AP, IB, CHS • Class Rank • StandardizedTest Scores -- ACT/SAT • Extra-Curricular activities • Special Skills & Abilities • Athletic, talent, other • Strength of Recommendations • Display of Interest • Diversity • Essays - Multiple prompts • Full Price students
- 15. The Application • Used by 700+ schools • Not really common The Common Application • 90 Member colleges • All members must have a graduation rate of 70%+ in 6 yrs and must offer NEED based aid The Coalition Application • College specific application • Schools are not allowed to discrimate based on application type?? Institutional Application
- 16. Typesof Admission • Application must be received before the deadline • Admission decisions are usually released at one time for all applicants Regular Admission • Applications are evaluated as they are received • Decision letters are sent as the applications are processed Rolling Admission • Has an earlier deadline than Regular Admission and you will be notified earlier • This is not a binding application Early Action • Similar to Early Action but you may only apply to one school Early Decision • If you are accepted, it is Binding Early Decision
- 17. At some schools you have a much better chance of being accepted if you apply EARLY DECISION. Wake Forest University 28% Acceptance 44% Acceptance
- 18. Application Plan Once you have your College List built (7 – 10+) schools Decide how you will apply to each school • Regular, Early Action, Early Decision • Rolling Set a timeline to ensure you will meet all deadlines • Admission • Scholarships • Honors programs • Housing • Auditions • Interviews Follow up • SAT/ACT Scores • Letters of Recommendation • Transcript • Supplemental material
- 19. The Application ESSAY At Selective Schools, The essay carries a great deal of importance in the admission process. Admissions can not Interview large numbers of applicants, they use the Application Essays to help them gain a better understanding of the applicant The Essay is your chance to let the Admissions committee know things that can not be expressed in other parts of the application. What do you want the reader to know about you? I am confident, I am a leader, I am creative, I thrive when I am challenged, I’ve overcome my fears, etc.
- 20. Selective68% 1. Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story. 2. The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience? 3. 3. Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea.What prompted your thinking?What was the outcome? 4. 4. Describe a problem you've solved or a problem you'd like to solve. It can be an intellectual challenge, a research query, an ethical dilemma - anything that is of personal importance, no matter the scale. Explain its significance to you and what steps you took or could be taken to identify a solution. 5. 5. Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others. 6. 6. Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time.Why does it captivate you?What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more?
- 21. 11 Essays Total
- 22. Two types of Scholarships: 1. Institutional 2. Outside NEED MERIT
- 23. NEED Based on your families Expected Family Contribution FAFSA CSS Profile COA - EFC Need based Aid Eligibility
- 24. MERIT Automatic If you meet the academic criteria … You Automatically receive the award.
- 25. ACT SAT $ Merit Award 27 1210-1240 $3,500/yr 28 1250 – 1280 $4,000/yr 29 1290 – 1320 $12,975/yr 30-31 1330 – 1390 $17,300/yr 32-36 1400 – 1600 $25,950/yr FullTuition Scholarship
- 26. ACT SAT $ Merit Award 27 1210-1240 $3,500/yr 28 1250 – 1280 $4,000/yr 29 1290 – 1320 $12,975/yr 30-31 1330 – 1390 $17,300/yr 32-36 1400 – 1600 $25,950/yr FullTuition Scholarship
- 27. ACT SAT $ Merit Award 27 1210-1240 $3,500/yr 28 1250 – 1280 $4,000/yr 29 1290 – 1320 $12,975/yr 30-31 1330 – 1390 $17,300/yr 32-36 1400 – 1600 $25,950/yr FullTuition Scholarship
- 28. ACT SAT $ Merit Award 27 1210-1240 $3,500/yr 28 1250 – 1280 $4,000/yr 29 1290 – 1320 $12,975/yr 30-31 1330 – 1390 $17,300/yr 32-36 1400 – 1600 $25,950/yr FullTuition Scholarship
- 29. ACT SAT $ Merit Award 27 1210-1240 $3,500/yr 28 1250 – 1280 $4,000/yr 29 1290 – 1320 $12,975/yr 30-31 1330 – 1390 $17,300/yr 32-36 1400 – 1600 $25,950/yr FullTuition Scholarship
- 30. MERIT Automatic 120 Colleges with Full/Half Scholarships 100’s more with Partial Scholarships
- 31. MERIT Competitive Academic Eligibility Limited by Quantity Available Eligibility criteria: Other than Academic
- 32. LEMMON FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP $8,000/YR STACKABLE For students enrolling in a pre-health program, this scholarship is renewable with the maintenance of a 3.4 cumulative GPA and satisfactory academic progress. CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL AWARD $5,000/YR STACKABLE Awarded to graduates of Catholic High schools
- 33. Anyone attending this seminar may choose one of the Prep classes at no charge. ($779 value) Online ACT/SAT prep courses in a seminar format. Practice Tests, Study Apps, and Workbooks included.
- 34. Outside Scholarships • Focus on $500 - $1,500 • Average -- 1 for every 15-20 applications • Guidance Counselor • Employer • Religious organization/Social organization
- 35. Outside Scholarships • Can have a negative impact on NEED based aid • Avoid “contest” scholarships • Never pay a fee to apply
- 36. Any family who requests – will receive: • ACT or SAT – 10 session online prep course • Scholarship Informer FASTTRACK • As soon as the new version is available • No Cost College Planning Meeting