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College and Career Information

College Selection Process

GOOD DECISIONS REGARDING POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTION SELECTION CAN ONLY BE MADE WHEN THE STUDENT DEVOTES THE TIME AND EFFORT NECESSARY TO MATCH HIS/HER PARTICULAR NEEDS TO THE INSTITUTION THAT WILL MEET THOSE NEEDS.

Points to consider when making college decisions

    * Academic reputation and Accreditation of college
    * Strength of the departments in your major field of interest
    * Entrance requirements
    * Co-ed, all men, all women
    * Size of the student body
    * Student-faculty ratio (number of students for each teacher)
    * Geographic location of college
    * Religious affiliation
    * Campus facilities (housing availability, library size, laboratory)
    * Urban/rural setting
    * Athletic programs
    * R.O.T.C. availability
    * Social opportunities
    * Cost to attend
    * Financial aid availability
    * Travel costs
Use the resources found in the guidance office, specifically our College and Career Corners, the individual college catalogs and computer databases (Discover and those available on the World Wide Web) to assist you in identifying the colleges that suit your individual circumstances. Don't forget the FIRST HAND INFORMATION that the college representatives can provide. Attend the Broward National College Fair (during the Fall) and meet with the college representatives as they visit your high school.
Focus in on a small group of colleges that interest you. Check the admissions criteria carefully and arrange to take any college admissions tests that may be required, such as the ACT and the SAT .
Visit each college campus. The real experience will be an invaluable source of information
Apply for admission to at LEAST three colleges. It is recommended that this be done as soon as possible in the fall of the senior year. Check for APPLICATION DEADLINES and be certain to submit your applications well in advance. Notification of acceptance is dependent upon the admission policy of the individual college. Consult the college catalog or their website.

HELPFUL WEBSITES

www.facts.org. Information and application for college, career planning, choosing a major. FLORIDA CHOICES PLANNER: Build a meaningful plan for your future, college and beyond. Choices Planner is an online career information delivery system that helps students compare, connect and choose from a vast network and education option. All work and plans are saved in your personalized portfolio. Accountability tools, allows you to review assessment results, measure progress and report your program's success.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FLORIDA CHOICES

Go to www.FACTS.org Select Career Planning under Choose A Link
Select Florida CHOICES PLANNER
For First Time High School Users:
1.      In the Student section, click Create a new portfolio.
2.      Select the name of your county.
3.      Select the name of your school or agency.*
         *If your school or agency is not listed, choose Other.
4.      Fill in the information as requested to create a portfolio.
5.      After you have created your portfolio, on all follow-up visits, you will choose, Student Sign In, and type in your Portfolio name and Password.

www.mymajors.com - helps with the process of selecting a college major.
www.fastweb.com: Career planning and choosing a career and/or major.
http://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/cool/
www.nelnet.net/collegeplanning: Free personalized college planning and financial assistance
www.asvabprogram.com: Career Exploration Program
www.militarycareers.com
www.florida.echoices.com
www.broward.org/careers: Part-time and student jobs available with Broward County
www.acinet.org: America's Career Infonet.
www.fldoe.org
www.princetonreview.com
www.collegereview.com
www.collegeconfidential.com
www.petersons.com
www.bridges.com/cpflorida
www.nextstepmag.com: Next Step magazine is a great resource for information about colleges, careers, scholarships, and post-secondary options.
www.collegenet.com
www.bls.gov/oco/home.htm: Occupational Outlook Handbook
www.collegeboard.com
www.careersandcolleges.com
www.campusmag.org
www.wachovia.com/collegeready
www.ncaaclearinghouse.net: NCAA Clearinghouse information and application for athletes (to be completed June of your Junior year).

COLLEGE APPLICATION INFORMATION:

www.commonapp.org : Common Application online for certain colleges/schools. Check with colleges/schools to see if supplemental forms are required.

Scholarship and Financial Aid Information

DISTRICT BRACE WEBSITE:

MONTHLY SCHOLARSHIP BULLETINS:

http://www.broward.k12.fl.us/studentsupport/guidance/brace/srchslpsbulletin_news.asp

Bright Futures Scholarships: Make the Grade! In 1997, the Florida Legislature created the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program. This Florida Lottery-funded scholarship rewards students for their academic achievements during high school by providing funding for them to pursue postsecondary educational and career goals in Florida.
www.myfloridaeducation.com/brfuture
Starting December 1st of your senior year, seniors can file a FFAA (the Florida Financial Aid Application) on line for the Bright Future Scholarships. Students must process the application NO LATER than their graduation date or they will forfeit all future eligibility. Students may use the award within three years of their high school graduation. Process the online application at: www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org

SAT and ACT

SAT Test registration and Information: www.collegeboard.com. Registration packets are also available in the Panther Pathway Center
ACT Test registration and Information: www.actstudent.org. Registration packets are also available in the Panther Pathway Center

Dillard High School's six - digit code is: 100480

Did you know........

ACT offers a 30-minute Writing Test as an optional component to the ACT for students testing within the United States.

The ACT Writing Test complements the English Test. The combined information from both tests tells postsecondary institutions about students' understanding of the conventions of standard written English and their ability to produce a direct sample of writing.

Students, you are encouraged to register for and take the ACT plus Writing.

What Colleges Have Decided about the Writing Test

Some colleges and universities have decided to require or to recommend that their applicants submit scores from the ACT Writing Test.

Others have decided Writing Test scores are not needed; their applicants do not need to take the test.

Others have not yet reported their decision to ACT.

You may access the ACT website for more information, to see What Colleges Have Decided about the Writing Test. Go to www.act.org/aap/writing and follow the steps to see what is required.

Note: The information reported reflects what was most recently provided to ACT by colleges and universities. For specific information about an institution's Writing Test decision or admission requirements, please contact its Admission Office.

For specific information about the requirements of a scholarship program, check directly with the scholarship agency.

The NCAA has advised ACT the Writing Test is not needed for initial eligibility.

TEST PREPARATION

TestGEAR: Online SAT preparation that gives students the practice they need to reach their full potential on college entrance exams like the SAT, PSAT and ACT. This online learning system adapts to each student's needs by targeting their weaknesses and helping them to build necessary skills. Universal registration code: 14784296.
www.princetonreview.com
www.testprepreview.com
www.collegeboard.com
www.kaptest.com
AP EXAM REVIEW: www.flvs.net

Speak with your guidance counselor about other test preparation options. Also check with the local community college for test preparation class schedules.

CAREER AND TECHNICAL SCHOOLS

PROSPECTIVE BROWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE STUDENTS:

www.broward.edu

PRACTICE FOR THE CPT:

www.owcc.cc.fl.us/testing/FCPT/pdfs/FCPTStudyGuide.pdf

VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM

40 Hours Community Service Hours are required in order to fulfill the Service Learning Graduation requirement. 75 Hours are required to qualify for the Florida Bright Futures Academic Award. In addition, you can achieve DHS' Operation Platinum (250 Hours) and be recognized at graduation with a Silver Cord.

Hours should be submitted at least nine weeks prior to Graduation.

Prior to doing outside community service projects, a Student Volunteer Service Application and Approval Form MUST be completed and submitted to the Volunteer Program Coordinator at least 10 school days prior to doing that volunteer project. Get your forms approved in a timely manner...prior to Spring, Summer and Winter breaks! Parts A, B, and C must be completed on the form. If your service project location/site is approved, you will receive a log sheet to be signed by the person in charge at your volunteer site.

Log on to www.volunteerbroward.org. Click on the Student Volunteer Guide. There are approximately 200 non profit agencies listed that can assist you in earning volunteer hours!

Forms are located in the Panther Pathway Center.