Mesa High School Scholarship Bulletin

MESA HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP BULLETIN

SEPTEMBER 2015

September 26 / ACT/SAT PREP SEMINAR
Registrar online at www.PrepForTheFuture.com
Located at Mesa Education Center
FEE: $99 / 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
September 26 / Scottsdale College Fair
Saguaro High School Gymnasium / 1 – 3 p.m.
September 27 / Greater Phoenix College National College Fair
Held at Phoenix Convention Center / 11 – 3 p.m.
September 28 / 35th Annual Mesa Op Shop College Fair
Held at Mesa High School / 6 -8 p.m.
October 31 / ACT/SAT PREP SEMINAR
Register online at www.PrepForTheFuture.com
Located at Mountain View High School
FEE: $99 / 9 – 3 p.m.
November 5 / Career Exploration Day
@ Gateway Community College / 8:30 a.m. –
1:30 p.m.
November 6 / Health Sciences, Engineering and Technology Day
@ Grand Canyon University / 7:00 a.m.

S c o t t s d a l e C o l l e g e F a i r

S u n d a y , September 26 1 – 3 p.m.

Saguaro H i g h S c h o o l G y m n a s i u m

6250 N. 82nd Street

Scottsdale, AZ 85250

G r e a t e r P h o e n i x N a t i o n a l C o l l e g e F a i r

S u n d a y , S e p t . 2 7 1 1 : 0 0 - 3 : 0 0 P . M .

P h o e n i x C o n v e n t i o n C e n t e r

MESA PUBLIC SCHOOLS OP SHOP 2015

What does the future hold in opportunities after high school graduation?

The annual event, sponsored by the

Mesa Public Schools Guidance Department is set for:

Monday, September 28, 2015

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Mesa High School

More than 150 employers and representatives from colleges, universities, vocational schools, Technical schools, professional associations and military branches will be there to offer

information on higher education and jobs. Secondary students and their parents can talk to the representatives, browse through the publications and obtain valuable materials

from the colleges, organizations, businesses and industry. There is no admission fee.

Questions?

Call: Mesa High Counseling Dept. 472-5918 or

the District Guidance Department 472-0554

SERVICE LEARNING

FRESHMEN, SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS, SENIORS…get involved in Service Learning!!! Colleges and scholarship donors are now requiring applicants to be involved in their school/community. You can also earn a seal on your diploma for service of 150 hours or more. For information see Ms. Wright in room 808.

CAREER EXPLORATION PROGRAM

Did you know that you can earn up to one elective credit for working at your job? It’s called CEP (Career Exploration Program). Students who work a minimum of 128 hours and complete a workbook can earn ½ elective credit. You can earn up to 1 credit total, for more information see Mrs. Opper in the Student Advisory Office.

MILITARY INFORMATION

GUYS – SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION REMINDER … All males must register at the time they turn 18 years of age. It’s a federal law to register within 30 days of your 18th birthday. You also need to register to be eligible for certain benefits, such as federal student aid, job training, and most federal employment. Failure to register is a felony, punishable by a fine of up to $250,000, up to five years in prison, or both. You can register on the Internet at: http://www.sss.gov.

MILITARY RECRUITERS are available in the Career Center during lunch as follows. Business cards and brochures can be picked in the Career Center.

§ / Air Force / 1st & 3rd Thursday
§ / Navy / 1st & 3rd Wednesday
§ / Army / 2nd & 4th Tuesday
§ / Marines / 1st 3rd Tuesday
§ / Army Nat’l Guard / 2nd & 4th Wednesday

REMINDERS FROM COUNSELING

PERSONAL PROFILES… Students should complete a Personal Profile, which is kept in the Counseling Office and will be used to write letters of recommendation for students when applying for colleges and scholarships. These forms can be found at http:/www.mpsaz.org/mesa/counseling/

OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS… When completing your college applications, request an official transcript be sent to the college. These requests are made at parchment.com.

LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION … Need a letter of recommendation from your counselor or teacher? Make sure you give at least 2 weeks notice, ask in person, and provide a copy of your personal profile and résumé. Send a thank you note afterwards.

CAREER CENTER

What Can You Do in the Career Center?

ü Research careers, post-secondary schools, majors, scholarships!

ü Resume/job seeking skills

ü Pick up information about SAT/ACT, the monthly Post-Grad Bulletin, and military!

ü Research and assistance for jobs

ü Meet and speak to representatives from colleges all over the U.S.

ü Resource books and materials available

COLLEGE TESTING – SAT and ACT Mesa High School Code is

030220

Sign up for the ACT or SAT online. Juniors are urged to take the ACT or SAT second semester in April, May or June if they are planning to apply to 4-year colleges or

universities.

Register online at:

SAT: www.collegeboard.com

ACT: www.actstudent.org

Most asked question: SAT or ACT, what’s the difference?

The ACT is a content-based test, where as the SAT tests critical thinking and problem solving. Compare the difference below.

SAT:

Companies/Websites Offering

SAT/ACT Prep Classes www.tutoringclub.com (Mesa) www.satmethod.com www.kaptest.com otchtuto ring.net

www.sylvanlearning.net

(Chandler)

**fees may apply

Test Date Deadline Late Deadline Test Date Deadline Late Deadline

*late fee required *late fee required

Oct. 3 / Sept. 3 / Sept. 18 –
Sept. 22 / Sept. 12 / Aug. 7 / Aug. 9-22
Nov. 7 / Oct. 9 / Oct. 23-27 / Oct. 24 / Sept. 18 / Sept. 20-Oct. 3
Dec. 5 / Nov. 5 / Nov. 20 - 23 / Dec. 12 / Nov.6 / Nov. 8-21
Jan. 23 / Dec. 28 / Jan. 8 - 12 / Feb. 6 / Jan. 8 / Jan.10-16
March 5 / Feb. 5 / Feb. 19 - 23 / April 9 / March 4 / March 14-27
May 7 / April 8 / Apr. 22 - 26 / June 11 / May 6 / May 9-22
June 4 / May 5 / May 20 - 25

PSAT/NMSQT

The PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) (PSAT/NMSQT®)– is available for sophomores and juniors to take. In order to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship you must take the PSAT/NMSQT your Junior Year-additional information visit: http://www.nationalmerit.org/nmsp.php .

When: Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Where: Mesa High Auditorium

Bring your Mesa High ID the day of the Test

Time: 7:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Sophomores Juniors

Register: In the Bookstore

Registration: Tuesday, September 28, 2015 - Friday, October 9, 2015

IN-STATE ADMISSION TO ARIZONA UNIVERSITIES

Seniors – the following steps must be completed before being accepted into a college/university:

1. Admission Application – You must fill out an application. Online applications are preferred.

Application fee varies by school.

2. Transcript – The university/college you plan to attend must receive an official transcript mailed

directly from your high school. Complete the request card in the Registrar’s Office.

3. Entrance Exam – Colleges/universities require either the ACT or SAT. Please check with the college you are interested in attending for their requirements. Some schools may require Achievement Exams. Remember…local community colleges do not require the ACT or SAT – they require the ASSET test, which is given in the Testing Center at the school.

4. Final Transcript – You must request that an official transcript of final grades be sent from the

registrar to the college you will attend upon graduation.

Arizona State University

o Priority admission application deadline is April 1, 2016. VIP deadline admission application November 1st. This is required in order to be considered for freshman merit based scholarships.

o On-line application preferred.

o High School aptitude requirement: GPA-3.0 in competency courses or ACT Composite- 22 or

SAT Reasoning Math and Critical Reading Combined Score- 1040 or Class Rank- top 25%.

o Be sure to schedule a campus visit. Sun Devil Days is an excellent Open House Program for perspective undergraduate students. The campus tour schedule can be found at: http://students.asu.edu/visit or call 480-965-2266

o Main website: www.asu.edu MHS Representative: Bethany Wills 480-727-1480

Northern Arizona University

o Priority admission application deadline is May 1, 2015.

o On-line application preferred.

o Daily campus visits are available which include an admissions session, campus tour, residence

hall tour, residence hall tours, and lunch. It is also possible to meet with an advisor in the

academic area of your choice. Make your reservation at the NAU website: www.nau.edu.visit. o High School aptitude requirement: GPA-3.0 in competency courses or Class Rank- top 25%. o Main website: Charlie MHS Representative: Charlie Just 928-523-6162

University of Arizona

o Early Admission deadline October 1st, March 1st Priority, May 1st Regular Admissions

o 3 in 1 application: 1 application for admission, merit scholarships and Honors College.

o U of A campus tour options: Ambassador Tour, Class Cats and U of a Close up. For more

information visit / http://www.arizona.edu/tours/

o Assured admission: top 25% class rank academic competency requirements (16 core classes) Comprehensive admission: If you do not meet Assured admission criteria, you will be considered for comprehensive admission. Factors considered: GPA, ACT, SAT score, class rank, and strength of curriculum, extracurricular activities, personal characteristics, attributes & talents.

o All applicants are asked to submit a brief personal statement.

o Main website: www.arizona.edu MHS Representative: Megan Brayfield 602-827-2196

MARICOPA COMMUNITY COLLEGES

College options… not sure if a four-year college is right for you? There are lots of options out there. Consider your other educational options:

· Community College – a good alternative to expensive four-year colleges. A two-year college provides a reasonably priced education too primarily

local residents. Community colleges generally have more flexible schedules and can accommodate people’s work or family needs. Students seeking Four-year degrees can spend their first two years of college at a

Community college and pay significantly less money than they would at the average four-year school. Two-year associate degrees are also offered.

The ASSET placement test is required for admission.

· Vocational/Technical College – offers programs that focus on training students for the job market.

Maricopa Community Colleges charge

$84 per credit hour

MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE… is one college with two convenient campus locations offering experienced instructors, challenging courses and quality facilities. Students have access to a full range of transfer, career-oriented, and technical degrees and programs. Excellent programs available in Fire Science Technology, Mortuary Science and Nursing. The website address for MCC is www.mc.maricopa.edu. Financial aid & scholarships: www.mc.maricopa.edu/finaid (480) 461-7600

CHANDLER-GILBERT COMMUNITY COLLEGE… offers students a wide range of classes including: Aviation, Computer Networking, Early Childhood Education, Nursing, and Teaching. Visit the college representative in the Career Center next month. You can find more information at their website, www.cgc.maricopa.edu. Financial aid scholarships: www.cgc.edu/ss/aid (480) 732-7320

SCOTTSDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE…offers a traditional liberal arts program. Culinary Arts, Hospitality Tourism Management, Theatre Arts, and Equine Science are just a few of the excellent programs offered at Scottsdale Community College. The website address for SCC is http://www.sc.maricopa.edu. Financial aid & scholarships: www.sc.maricopa.edu/financial/ (480) 423-6100

RESOURCES/WEBSITES

Career Exploration www.careersthatgo.com www.quintcareers.com www.mapping-your-future.com www.wetfeet.com http://jobstar.org www.jobprofiles.org www.bls.gov/oco/ http://online.onetcenter.org www.careervoyages.gov/ www.greatachievements.org/

www.maricopa.edu/academic/hcies/

www.azcis.intocareers.org

user- mesahs pass word 4azcis02 www.kuder.com

Financial Aid www.efsi.net www.fafsa.ed.gov www.nelliemae.com www.allstudentloan.org www.collegeispossible.org www.finaid.org www.wiredscholar.com www.usafunds.org www.studentaid.ed.gov www.offtocollege.com www.collegecosts.com

College Research www.campusdirt.com www.collegeview.com www.xap.com www.campustours.com www.myfootpath.com www.princetonreview. com www.collegeboard.com www.rwm.org/rwm www.usuniversities.com www.usnews.com www.allaboutcollege.com www.collegenet.com www.ulinks.com www.CollegeToolkit.com

SCHOLARSHIP FAQ

· What is the maximum scholarship award? Awards can vary considerably, ranging from $100 to

$10,000 or more. A typical scholarship award amount is $1,000 to $2,000.

· Is the scholarship one-time only or can it be renewed beyond the initial award? Each scholarship is different and those that are renewable often have requirements, such as GPA, Service Learning,

etc. that must be meet each year to gain renewal status.

· Is the scholarship based only on merit (no financial need requirement), or does it require both merit and need? Each scholarship is different and some may be based solely on financial need.

· How is financial need defined for scholarships that require need? Each scholarship program has its own definition. If you are not able to obtain information about the need criteria and you can't afford to pay for your education without financial assistance, check all of the other eligibility criteria. If there is a good match overall, submit an application and your need will be assessed in the scholarship review process

· How does the scholarship program define merit? Some scholarships require a minimum grade point average of 3.0 to 3.5 (B to B+) and/or above average college entrance test scores, leadership, and other criteria that are highly competitive, while other scholarships have more flexible criteria and use a more holistic approach to select recipients.

· Does the scholarship require admission to a degree-granting program? This is a common requirement, but some scholarships offer flexibility on admission status and may be available to non- admitted students, certificate-seeking students, and students enrolled in noncredit courses and programs.

· Does the scholarship require full-time enrollment? This is also a common requirement, but some scholarships offer flexibility and may fund students who are less than full-time.

· What are the other eligibility requirements? Some scholarship are targeted to a specific educational institution, specific field of study or major, residents of a specific geographic area, first bachelor’s degree, or master’s or doctoral level programs.

· Is a personal statement or essay required? This is a common requirement, although it varies by scholarship program.

· Are letters of recommendation required? This is a common requirement, although it varies by scholarship program.

· Is an interview required? This requirement varies by scholarship program and is not as common as some of the other requirements.