Planning for Life After High School
By The MASTERS Program - Guidance Office
What Contributes to Success in Life After High School?
ZestGritSelf-Control – School WorkSelf-Control – Interpersonal
Recent research ongoing at Stanford & Penn State finds that certain personality characteristics are as important or more important than academic achievement.
We feel the two go hand in hand.
Optimism Gratitude Social
Intelligence Curiosity
These attributes are:
What else matters when you are applying to college?Demonstrations of Excellence
Your Transcript◦Grades◦GPA◦SBA Results◦ACT/SAT Scores
ReferencesMentorships/Internships
◦That Show Your Commitment to LearningResumeCommunity ServiceOrganizations/Clubs/Networking/Honors
Credits to GraduateClass of 2014
English 4 Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
Math 4 Algebra 2 or higher
Science 3 Must Have Lab
History 3.5 WH, US, Government ½, Economics ½, NM ½
Career Cluster/Workforce 1
PE 1 Including Health
Fine Arts/Practical Arts 1
Electives 10.5
Total 28 Credits
1 Credit Must be acquired by AP, Honors, Online or Dual Credit
Dual CreditA 3 or 4 College Credit Course
Equals 1 High School Credit…If you get a “C” or better.
A College Developmental/Remedial Class Equals ½ Credit…If you get a “C” or better.
A High School Semester Class is Worth ½ Credit….If you get a “D-” or better.
Your ApplicationWill or could include depending on the
college:School & teacher referencesA chance to write about mentorships,
internships, service, clubs, etc…An EssayResumeIn addition:Could require an interview
How To Decide What to Do After High School
Consider Your More Distant Future◦Where do you want to be in 5 years – 10 years?
Consider Your Family and Family Financial Situation
Think About Challenging YourselfConsider the implications of leaving home
to work full-time….rent, utilities, gas, food, car payment, insurance, clothes etc…Will you ever afford to go back to school?
WorkMilitary TradesApprentice ProgramsGap YearFurther Education
◦ 2 Year College for Certificate or Associate Degree
◦ 4 Year College for Bachelor’s Degree
Options After High School
Yearly Income Median Per Educational Levels
No High School Diploma = $21,600.00High School Diploma = $30,800.00Some College = $35,700.00Associate Degree = $37,600.00Bachelor’s Degree = $49,900.00Master’s Degree = $59,500.00Doctoral Degree = $79,400.00Professional Degree = $95,700.00
Consider College and Yourself an Investment!
Working Adult's AverageEarnings Over a LifetimeHigh school graduates $1.2 millionBachelor's degree, $2.1 millionMaster's degree, $2.5 millionDoctoral degrees $3.4 millionProfessional degrees$4.4 million.
2 – 4 Year College and Trade Schools
Let’s Focus on College
Remember, decision making is a PROCESS, not an event.
You can organize the college
planning process in
6 simple steps
First:Recognize your strengths and weaknesses
◦ MBTIAnalyze your interests and values
◦ Holland Code & Defining SuccessWhy Go?To Achieve a Personal Goal?To Increase Your Earning Power?To Prepare for a Career and Expand Learning?To Have More Time Before Entering the Workforce?
Know Yourself & Your Reasons for Attending College
1. Consider the difficulty level of courses you take.
2. Seek help so that you can perform well. Do not hide the fact that you do not know something or you are confused.
3. Prepare for college admissions testing – ACT and/or SAT.
4. Consider which teachers can write recommendations for you an speak to your character.
Use Your High School Time to Prepare Yourself
ACT National Test Dates 2012-2013
Test Date
October 27, 2012December 8, 2012February 9, 2013
April 13, 2013June 8, 2013
Regular Deadline
September 21, 2012November 2, 2012January 11, 2013
March 8, 2013May 3, 2013
Late Fee Required **
September 22, 2012November 3, 2012January 12, 2013
March 9, 2013May 4, 2013
This is your high school code number :
Use this code to complete your Act Registration
320-622
SAT National Test Dates 2012-2013
Test Date
October 6, 2012November 3, 2012December 1, 2012January 26, 2013
March 9, 2013May 4, 2013June 1, 2013
Regular Deadline
September 7, 2012October 4, 2012
November 1, 2012December 28, 2012February 8, 2013
April 5, 2013May 2, 2013
Late Fee Required **
September 21, 2012October 19, 2012
November 16, 2012January 11, 2013
February 22, 2013April 19, 2013May 17, 2013
320-622This is your high school code number :
Use this code to complete your SAT Registration
In State or Out of StateType of Degree AA, BA/BS, MA
Ph.D, MDMajors & educational programs
offeredAdmission policyLocation & sizeCosts & financial aid availableCollege affiliation & accreditationCampus activitiesSupport services
Consider College Characteristics
Compile information from several resources:−Internet/Websites
− The College Board just introduced a new addition to their website that is thorough and easy to navigate. “Big Future” is at www.college board.org under the tab of College Search.
−College catalogs, bulletins, videos, and computer-based services
−College representatives and college fairs−Counselors and teachers−Parents, students, and alumni
List, Compare, and Visit Colleges
Prepare a college comparison checklist
Weigh advantages & disadvantagesContact the office of admissionSchedule appointments for your
campus visitsContact University/College financial
aid office
List, Compare, and Visit Colleges
Meet with an admission counselorVerify admission requirementsDetermine actual college costsAsk about financial aid opportunities Take a campus tourInvestigate your academic program(s)Attend a classTalk with students and faculty
Checklist for a Campus Visit or Contact
Narrow your choicesReview college admission test requirementsKnow application fees and deadlines – Make a
calendar Submit application materials (paper/electronic)
−Application for admission−High school transcript−Recommendations−Admission test results−Make copies of every application that you send
Know scholarship requirementsRemember – apply to at least one college that you can
positively be accepted into
Apply for Admission & Observe Deadlines
Determine college costs◦ Tuition, Fees, Room & Board, Books, Supplies,
Personal Expenses & TravelInvestigate ALL possible resources
−Parents−Savings−Summer earnings−Financial aid: scholarships, grants,
loans and work-study−Other sources
Secure necessary forms and note deadlines
Develop a Plan to Finance Your Education
Cost of Attending UNMThis Year
Independent Student
Living with Parent
Living On-Campus
Living Off-Campus
Tuition & Fees 6,050 6,050 6,050
Room & Board 2,985 8,312 8,774
Books & Supplies 1,030 1,030 1,030
Transportation 1,736 1,736 1,736
Miscellaneous 3,184 3,184 3,184
Total $14,985 $20,312 $20,774
The Lottery Scolarship pays tuition approximately $5325.10
College PricesExpect to pay $108 to $1,398 more than last year ◦Average private 4-Year College: $36,993 per Year (NPR – Planet Money)
$28,500 per Year (College Data)
◦Average Public 4-Year College: $8,244 per Year (College Data
SFCC Cost BreakdownTuition per credit hour $ 39.50Fees per credit hour + 4.80 Cost per credit hour $ 44.80Tuition:
•Spanish 111 4 credits = $177.20•English 111 3 credits = $132.90•Psychology 111 3 credits= $132.90•Math 121 4 credits = $ 177.20
Tuition Total $ 620.20
Books: New Used•Spanish 1 $ 231.50 $145.00•English 111 $ 213.90 $160.45•Psychology 111 $154.88 $150.00•Algebra 1 $ 71.25 $ 53.45
Books Total $ 672.58 $508.90Tuition $435.80Books $565.90 Grand Total $1,292.78 to $1,129.10
Tuition ComparisonClass SFCC UNM
English 3 credits $ 132.90 $ 726.15
Spanish 4 credits $ 177.20 $ 968.20
Algebra 4 credits $ 177.20 $ 968.20
Psychology 3 credits $ 132.90 $ 968.20
Total: $ 620.20 $2,662.55 for 12 + Credits
FAFSAApply for financial aid by
March 1st at http://fafsa.ed.gov/◦Apply for PIN and use parent’s taxes
Show initiative and be assertiveTalk with your parents and counselorSelect a college that meets your needs and preferencesFollow up with colleges to which you have
appliedBe sure that you receive a FAFSA
acknowledgement
Review and Finalize Your Plans for Paying for College
Scholarships
Look on the internetWrite essays and proofread
Do not fall into a scholarship scam
Scholarship Websiteswww.gocollege.comwww.collegeboard.comwww.collegenet.com www.fastweb.comand many others.
Lottery ScholarshipUNM now requires a 2.5 to be eligible for the Bridge Scholarship (precursor to the Lottery Scholarship)
Each New Mexico state school has different requirements
CNM must apply before June 1st; however, most school deadlines are earlier.
TranscriptsStudents MUST request each transcript
from the Guidance Office by signing on the Transcript Request Log (Print Legibly),
Located outside the Director of Guidance door.
Give the Guidance Office ample time to process your request before the application deadline (typically 72 hours).
The Director of Guidance sends out Official Transcripts; however, you may request unofficial transcripts for your own information.
Dual/Concurrent Enrollment transcripts must be requested by the student from the college , where you earned the credit.
YOUR RESPONSIBILTY To Bring Credits That You Earn From Outside Sources
All Make-up Credits on Transcript Before May 1st to Graduate in Spring
ASVABThe Armed Services Vocational Aptitude
The test is free and a useful tool inmaking career choices with no obligation to make a commitment to the military.
◦Measures Aptitude and Assesses Interests◦Not Required to Go to College◦Required if Going Into The Military
Register for Selected Services
If you are a male, you must register for Selected Service on your 18th birthday To be eligible for federal and state Financial aid.www.sss.gov/FSregist.htm
Athletes
If you intend to play college sports, you will need to register with the National Collegiate Athletic Association at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net/NCAA/common/index.html
It is an application process with regulations and costs $75.00