Graduation is almost here but there are a few details to complete before the big day....
Please bring me ALL award letters you have received from colleges including the ones you are not attending. We must report all scholarship offers to the District office. Please email them to me at roseg@doctorscharterschool.org or bring them to me by Tuesday, May 19.
FINANCIAL AID
Seniors - In order to qualify for Federal Grants, Campus Based Aid and Federal Student Loans, it is necessary to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). If you have not yet applied for Financial Aid, please do so immediately. Certain funds are limited so don't be left out. If your parents have not yet completed their 2008 income tax return,please ask them to do so as soon as possible. You may estimate or use their 2007 form but you will be required to update the correct information before any financial aid is offered. Go to www.fafsa.ed.gov to apply. If you have questions, see Mrs. Rose or call 1-800-4FEDAID.
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STATE OF FLORIDA PROGRAMS
BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP
Seniors - The Bright Futures Scholarship website is now open so please complete the application as soon as possible. Even if you do not think you will qualify at this time, you may be qualify for other grants and scholarships and you may be eligible for Bright Futures by the end of the school year. See your NEXT magazine for the Bright Futures Brochure, see Mrs. Rose or visit the website below:
Directions on how to apply:
Go to www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org and click on STUDENT APPLICATION. See APPLICATION CHECKLIST to better understand your responsibilities in the application process and then complete the application and submit.Here are a few tips:
1)#20 - Identify the Florida County where you attended high school. It is in the table as "Dade".
2)#22 - Graduation Date - 06/05/2009
3)#23 - In the fall of 2009 you will be a "freshman"
4)#24 - You can always change your mind but put a school in Florida you think you will attend.
5)#25 - Ignore since your are graduating from High School.
The next step is to obtain your user ID and Pin the day after you submit your application. Go to www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org and click on STATE GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS AND APPLICATIONS.... APPLICATION STATUS AND AWARD HISTORY...GET MY USER ID AND PIN.
All seniors should apply even if you do not think you will attend college in Florida. If plans change and you must transfer to a Florida college, you will not be able to access this scholarship unless you apply by the time you graduate from High School! It's a short online application and every senior shuold apply. Remember,if you qualify and attend a private college in Florida, you will still be awarded the equivalent tuition of an average state university.
TALENTED TWENTY PROGRAM
This is not a scholarship program however students ranking in the top 20% of the class at the end of the seventh semester and have completed all course requirements for state university admission will be included in the Talented Twenty. These students are guaranteed admission at one of the 11 state universities although it may not be their first choice of schools. No application is necessary and you will receive a notification letter in the spring. Although no scholarship money is given, participants will have priority in receiving the need based Florida Student Assistance Grant. Be sure to complete the FAFSA so your need can be determined.
MORE SCHOLARSHIPS....
(All scholarships are for seniors unless otherwise noted)
ABBOTT AND FENNER
Juniors and Seniors may apply. Go to www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm.
Deadline: June 21.
B. DAVIS SCHOLARSHIP
Sponsored by www.scholarshipquesthelper.com. Go to website for further information. Deadline 5/30.
THEODORE R.AND VIVIAN JOHNSON SCHOLARSHIP
Be a student with a disability/financial need/Attend college in Florida. Deadline: 5/15 See Mrs. Rose for application.
CAP, INC
Seniors who have exhausted all means of financial assistance. Must apply for federal aid (FAFSA).
Go to www.capmiami.org to download application.
Deadline: 6/27
For more scholarship information go to www.dadeschools.net,look for Student Services- Transition Programs and click on CAP Scholarship Bulletin
IMPORTANT !!
All males must register with Selective Service when they turn 18 years old. This is the law! There is NO DRAFT but you must add your name to the database by registering. By not registering, you will not be able to receive financial aid and will miss out on other opportunities. Remember - it's the law!
Register when you turn 18 at www.sss.gov
HELPFUL INFORMATION
Mrs. Rose is here on Tuesdays from 7:45-2:45. Please complete a counselor request form and you will be called from class or if you have a question, you can e-mail at roseg@doctorscharterschool.org
Refer to your COLLEGE PLANNING GUIDE given to you on October 16 and again at College Nite.
The web is your best friend when it comes to college searches! All colleges have websites where you can find out important facts as well as take virtual tours of the school. Also, check out school profiles to find the criteria for admission and the qualifications of current students. A list of websites is available in the guidance office. Of course a college visit is the best opportunity to find out about the school. Check with the college and see what days open houses and orientation sessions are held.
DEADLINES: GET A CALENDAR! Make sure you adhere to all deadlines. Did you know that the priority deadline for your application to University of Florida was November 1 ? Any applications received after that date will only be considered on a "space available" basis so PLAN AHEAD and make sure you have taken all the necessary tests so the results will reach the school prior to the deadline date. You increase your chances of admission by sending in applications as early as possible...don't wait until the big rush of students applying!
Also, check out www.facts.org This is an excellent site where you can find information on Florida colleges and careers. You can assess your career interests and view details of various occupations. There are links to Florida public and private colleges as well as vocational-technical centers where you can see admissions requirements and complete applications. You can also find financial aid and Bright Futures scholarship information.
CEEB code: You will be asked on all college applications for this code which identifies your high school. Please be sure that you include this whenever it is requested. The code is 102022
TRANSCRIPTS
Seniors...It is necessary to have a high school transcript sent to each college to which you are applying. If you are applying to a Florida public university, your transcripts will be sent electronically. For out of state or private universities in and out of Florida, your transcript will be sent by mail. It is very important for you to order transcripts in plenty of time for them to be processed here and sent to the colleges. Please fill out a transcript request form in the Guidance Office and give to Ms. Dean as soon as you are ready to apply to college. You don't have to wait until you send the application before requesting it. Please be aware that no transcripts will be sent if you have financial obligations that have not been paid.
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SUMMER PROGRAMS
DUKE TIP (TALENT IDENTIFICATION PROGRAM)
Grades 9-12/ academically gifted students/ Go to:
www.tip.duke.edu/fsi for more information about field studies and institute programs.
ECONOMICS FOR LEADERS
For current Juniors/leadership potential//interest in global economy and leadership. Go to www.fte.org for more information and application.
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