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College Admission: The Application and Selection Process

How do you figure out where your child should apply?

To Do Check List Ø Plan your high school curriculum Ø Research careers, majors, and colleges Ø Speak to your guidance counselors and teachers Ø Visit college fairs Ø Know where you stand academically Ø Begin getting involved in your community and school Ø Know graduation requirements Ø Get your parents involved

Search Process: Things to consider Ø Size Ø Location Ø 2 -Year vs. 4 -Year Ø Trade Schools Ø Majors, extra curricular activities, athletics Ø Admission requirements Ø Cost Ø Level of Selectivity Ø Safety Ø Transportation Ø House on campus or commute

Public or Private ? (NYS) Ø Public institutions are funded by NYS and other governing bodies, thus, tuition typically falls under $10, 000 in tuition (excluding housing and meal plans) Ø Private institutions are primarily funded via endowments and tuition and other governing bodies, thus, tuition typically runs well over $20, 000 (estimated).

Which Institutions are Public? Ø SUNY (State University of New York) www. suny. edu Ø Suffolk Community College, Stony Brook, Farmingdale, Old Westbury, Nassau Community College, FIT, Purchase, Maritime, etc.

Which Institutions are Public ? (cont. ) Ø CUNY (City University of New York) www 2. cuny. edu Ø Baruch, John Jay, Hunter, Queens College, City Tech, Brooklyn College, etc.

Which Institutions are Private? Long Island • St. Joseph’s College – Long Island • Adelphi University • Hofstra University • LIU Post • Molloy College • New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) – Old Westbury • Touro College New York City • St. Joseph's College - Brooklyn • Barnard College • College of Mount Saint Vincent • College of New Rochelle • Columbia University • Cooper Union • Cornell University • Fordham University • King's College • LIU Brooklyn • Manhattan College • Manhattan School of Music • • • • Marymount Manhattan College Mercy College The New School (art, design, music) New York College of Podiatric Medicine New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) - Manhattan Campus New York University Pace University Pratt Institute St. Francis College St. John's University Teachers College, Columbia University Touro College Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology Wagner College Yeshiva University This exlcudes over 2, 000 plus institutions located throughout the United States.

Information on the application process.

Things to Know Before You Start Ø Gather contact info of recommenders ØFirst & last name, email addresses, phone # Ø Have your essay completed and ready to go Ø Give yourself plenty of time to complete the Common Application and other online apps Ø Have parent/sibling information on hand ØNames, DOB, colleges attended, email addresses

Application Process Ø Application Ø Fees Ø Transcripts Ø Standardized Test Scores Ø Essays Ø Letters of Recommendation Ø Activities Resume

Types of Applications Ø Common App Ø www. commonapp. org Ø Supplemental application Ø College-specific applications Ø SUNY Application Ø www. suny. edu/applysuny Ø CUNY Application Ø www. cuny. edu (NYS-based, public inst. ) Ø Paper application Ø Online application www. sjcny. edu/applynow Application fee waiver code: GOSJC

Important Reminders Ø Application deadlines vs. Scholarship deadlines ØRolling admissions ØEarly action (not the same as early decision) Ø Student Athletes ØClearinghouse and other stipulations

Application Process Related Costs Ø Standardized Test Score Fees ØPrep courses (up to $1, 000) ØExam registration (ACT = $58. 50, SAT = $57) ØScore transcripts (ACT - $16. 50, SAT = $12) Ø Transcripts ØCollege transcripts (ranges) Ø Proficiency or Placement Exam Fees ($15 -$20) ØA. P. , I. B.

Application Process Related Costs Ø Application Fees ØEach institution varies, can range Øi. e. Ivy League - $80 -$125 ØFee waivers ØCollege Board, individual institutions ØCommon App ØSUNY App - $50 ØCUNY App - $65

The Admissions Game: You applied. Now it’s time to wait to hear back regarding your application.

Quick Tips Ø Each institution has their own “turn-around” date, so check w/ each admissions office individually Ø Some institutions keep track of your interaction, so try to attend events or sign up for institution-related reminders Ø Level of selectivity matters—the more selective the school, the more demanding it will be in its admissions criteria Ø MOST IMPORTANT: Institutions WANT YOU Ø if you did your search correctly, you should not be too concerned about your admission

What is Considered? Ø GPA of Freshman through Junior Year Ø Consistency through senior year Ø Weighted vs. Unweighted Ø Curriculum Ø 4 Major Subjects - Recommended Ø Math, English, History, Science Ø Course Level Ø Regents, Honors, AP, College Courses Ø Specific Subjects Ø Elective courses chosen Ø Regents Exam Scores- consistency in course grades Ø SAT and ACT scores- understanding score choice

What is Considered? Ø Ø Ø Essay - Consistency in writing skills, attention to topic Letters of Recommendation- teacher, counselor vs. coach Class Ranking Activities Resume- treat application process like a job Portfolio and Special Talents – if required Trends in grades

You narrowed it down, applied, and were admitted to several schools, here’s how you now select the “right fit. ”

Finding the right fit Ø Ø Ø How large is the student population? Large Lecture Halls vs. Small classrooms Public vs. Private Housing options—commuter or residential Student Clubs & Activities Athletic outlets

College Selection Suggestions Ø Overnight visits Ø Admitted Student Events ØRoad trips Ø Summer Programs Ø Athletic & Social Events Ø Open Houses

Accepting your admission.

Confirming Attendance Ø Deposits Ø May 1 st is the traditional deposit deadline Ø Can be strictly adhered to, up to each institution Ø Can guarantee spot, but not scholarship or academic program Ø Housing deposit may be different from tuition deposit Ø Non-refundable

Cost of Education Ø Tuition Ø Room & Board Ø Additional Fees Ø Books Ø Transportation Ø Miscellaneous

Financing your education Ø FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Ø NYS TAP (New York State Tuition Assistance Program) Ø Academic Scholarships Ø Athletic Scholarships Ø Special Interest Scholarships

Important Websites Scholarship Sites Financial Aid Sites Ø www. fastweb. com Ø www. collegeboard. org Ø www. fafsa. ed. gov Ø www. hesc. com SAT/ACT Preparation Sites College Search Sites Ø www. collegeboard. org Ø www. actstudent. org Ø www. collegeboard. org Ø www. usnews. com