OCTOBER 31 2 & 3 PERIODS IN THE CAFETERIA. 14 different Craftmans from Northeast Ohio SIGN UP IN THE SENIOR GUIDANCE OFFICE NOW

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1 AUSTINTOWN FITCH HIGH SCHOOL OCTOBER, 2013 FITCH COLLEGE PLANNING NIGHT IS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7 6:30 P.M. - CAFETERIA Parents and students are invited to attend an informative session on the college selection process. Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors and their parents are welcome to learn about exploring colleges, completing applications and athletic recruiting. A REMINDER TO ALL SENIORS: Check with us to make sure that you have enough credits and the courses you need to graduate. REMEMBER, it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to make sure you have what you need to graduate. TRADE FAIR OCTOBER 31 2 & 3 PERIODS IN THE CAFETERIA. 14 different Craftmans from Northeast Ohio SIGN UP IN THE SENIOR GUIDANCE OFFICE NOW UPCOMING TEST DATES: ACT December 14 you must sign up by November 8. SAT December 7 you must sign up by November 8. If you need the writing portion of the ACT, you have to retake the whole test. Check with your school to see if it is needed. Public schools, as of September 2010, that require the writing ACT are: Cincinnati, Kent, Ohio State and Toledo. Recommended for admissions include Akron and Miami. SCHOOL FEES: Be sure to see our school treasurer to take care of fines, fees, etc. AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!! REMEMBER THERE IS A $25 SENIOR FEE DUE NOW. Before you can get a parking pass, seniors must have ALL fees paid (not just the $25 senior fee). HONOR DIPLOMA: If you want to receive an HONOR DIPLOMA at Commencement, you must complete a verification form. It is not automatic! Forms are available in the Senior Guidance Office. You must meet 7 of the 8 criteria listed. Applications are due December 16.

2 COLLEGE VISITATION FORMS are available in the Senior Guidance Office. Make sure you READ and FOLLOW the procedure outlined so there will be no problem with your absence being verified. You are allowed a maximum of two (2) days for College Visitations during your senior year (not YSU), and no college visit will be a verified absence after April 1. The top half of the form must be turned into the Attendance Office before the visit. If you are considering college, you should check into the entrance requirements for the college or university you plan to attend. Check to see which test they require ACT or SAT. If they require ACT, see if the writing portion is needed. Most of the colleges our students attend require the ACT. Books are available in the Senior Guidance Office and the Media Center that will answer these questions for you. College catalogs, viewbooks, applications, and scholarships arrive daily. Make it a habit to stop in the Senior Guidance Office weekly to check out the new information. COLLEGE APPLICATIONS When you apply to a college, bring a stamped envelope (usually 2 stamps are needed), completed application and admission fee (check or money order no cash) to Mrs. McGlynn or Mrs. Dockry and they will send your transcript and a copy of your ACT/SAT scores to the school. Private college representatives told us that a teacher who knows you well is the best source for a recommendation. Be courteous! Give them at least a week to get the finished project to you! It is also a good idea to take the time to write a thank you note for their time and effort on your behalf. Pay attention to deadlines. REMEMBER, don't apply to too many colleges because your application fee is non-refundable. If your admission to a college is borderline, a visit to the campus helps. Getting to know you will help in their decision. Schedule your visit with the admissions department of the college. Ask to meet with a professor or visit a classroom. If you plan to attend YSU for a year and then transfer, it is best to contact a transfer counselor at the school you plan to attend later and get a list of classes that they will accept and that will apply for your program of study. is a website devoted to the transfer process of Ohio colleges. Courses that can be transferred are included on the site. Most colleges prefer that you apply online. Even YSU is going paperless. Remember to request transcripts from us! Bring in a stamped, addressed envelope. NCAA Clearinghouse information is available in the Senior Guidance Office or from your coach. You must register online. Pick up the website information in the Senior Guidance Office. Remember only athletes wanting to compete at the D1, D2 level need to apply.

3 NAIA has also begun their own website. If you are planning on playing at that level, apply online as well. We have copies of all Ohio Private College Visitation Days. Stop in to see the list. Private colleges average $17,400 in aid to 75% of the students. Tuition ranges from $7,000 to $50,000. They all prefer electronic applications and some offer fee waivers if you apply online. Grades, test scores, and curriculum are part of the criteria for admission. Essays, class rank, recommendations and special talents are considered. They suggest that you take math and foreign language your senior year. Take a minute and check them out. Often after financial aid, they cost the same as a public institution. WHAT'S NEW AT OHIO'S PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES - Akron ACT plus writing is not required, but recommended. Deadline for early application is November 1. March 1 is scholarship deadline. Visit days are: 10/12, 11/2. Honors College 27 ACT, top 10%. Bowling Green ACT plus writing recommended, financial aid estimator on website. December 1 deadline for Honors Scholarships. February 1 deadline for other scholarship consideration. Automatic scholarships start at 3.0 and 20 ACT. Visit the website for scholarship opportunities. Ranked top 10% in the country for internships and co-ops. New majors: Engineering Technology and Electro Mechanic Systems. Freshmen and sophomores must live on campus, but you can take your car. Preview Day 10/19 and 12/7. Central State ACT plus writing recommended, new College of Education building. Preview Day 11/12 Cincinnati ACT plus writing required. A new major on campus Environmental Engineering. ACT score sent directly from ACT. Consideration for scholarships make application by 12/1/13. Other deadlines include: Music 12/1/13 Architecture 11/15/13, Cincinnatus Scholarship 12/1/13. Visit Days: 11/15/13 and 2/14/14. Cleveland State New requirements (you must have 2 of the 3) 16 ACT/750 SAT, 2.3 GPA, 13 core curriculum credits. New Wellness Center, new majors Film and Digital Media and Journalism. ACT writing recommended. Honors Program (30 ACT & top 10% of class) deadline is January 15, Priority application February 15. There is no living on campus requirement and cars are permitted for freshmen. Freshmen scholarships start at 23 ACT, 3.09 GPA. Visit Day : 11/2 New tuition reimbursement plan 2 % back to student if they complete 1 st year with 30 credits Kent State January 15 is the application deadline for scholarship consideration,

4 minority Oscar Ritchie Scholarship deadline is also January 15, ACT plus writing is required. Visit Day : 11/15. Miami ACT, writing recommended, new ice arena. Admission deadlines: Regular decision 1/1/14. Honors College requires a supplement. NEOMED College of Medicine & Pharmacy Early action deadline is October 15. Regular admission is December 15. Average GPA is Open House is November 22, 2013, 3:30 5:00 at the Rootstown Campus Register New Castle School of Trades New facilities, jobs in high demand in this area Ohio University February 1 deadline, ACT writing strongly recommended. Honors College deadline 12/1/13, Journalism 12/15/13. Visit Day: 11/16. Scholarship Deadline:12/1/13. Ohio State Average incoming freshmen had a 28 ACT and 54% were in the top 10% of their class. Lots of new renovating, official scores sent from ACT and SAT, ACT plus writing required, 89% retention rate. Programs of interest: Pro Golf Management (only program in Midwest), Dance (#2 in country), Political Science (#4 worldwide). If you want to be a Buckeye, you may choose to go to a regional campus and then transfer onto main campus in your 2 nd year. Last year they processed 29,000 incoming applications and selected only 6,000. Important dates: 11/1/13 for early action, 2/1/14 regular admissions applications due. The Common Application is the only way to apply ACT scores must be sent directly from ACT. Shawnee State Scholarship deadline is February 7. One of the lowest tuitions in the state. Open House is November 2. Scholarships start at 20 ACT & 3.0 GPA, full tuition 26 ACT & 3.8 GPA. No application fee. Toledo - Scholarships increase with tuition increases, ACT plus writing required. Pharmacy Program is a 2+4 year program. December 1 deadline for priority scholarships. January 5, priority for admissions. Scholarships start at 20 ACT & 3.0. Visit Day: 11/9. Youngstown State New Majors Social Media, Dance Management, 4 year Dental Hygiene, 3D Art, and Geo Spatial Technology. Apply by February 15 for scholarship consideration. Open House November 22. Cochran Scholars Program and Honors College deadline is February 15, a separate application is required. Dental Hygiene, Histotechnology and Clinical Lab Tech deadline is December 31. Scholarships start at 22 ACT and 3.0 GPA.

5 Wright State Open House is November 10. Register at New majors include Community Health and Wellness Studies. Most colleges prefer online registration. Most private schools will waive the registration fee for online registration. COLLEGE PROGRAMS - At YSU, the Leslie H. Cochran University Scholars Program pays the full cost of college (including room and board). A 30 ACT is beneficial, but a 28 ACT with outstanding credentials may be considered. To apply, fill out the Scholars application found online. You can also print it out and mail it in. The Honors Program at YSU requires a 26 ACT and a class rank in the top 15%. Although no scholarship is attached, most that qualify automatically get monies based on their scores. A 22 ACT will provide a $2000 award. For more information Deadlines to follow: Dental Hygiene 12/31, Histotechnology 12/31, Clinical Lab Technology 12/31, Scholars Program 2/15. Bethany College (1 hour, 15 min. from here) in West Virginia has reduced tuition and room & board. Merit scholarships of $5,000 to $8,000 start with a 3.0 GPA and an ACT of 20. In addition leadership awards are given. They are strong in Communications, Biology, Accounting, Economics, and Education. Carlow University (Pittsburgh) has many new programs: Art Concentrations, Autopsy Specialist Program, Forensic Accounting, Forensic Science and the Law, and Public Policy and Leadership. Check them out at Also, one of the only schools who has Perfusion Technology. Cleveland Institute of Art BS in FA in animation, game design & video was new in Cleveland State University enrolls more than 16,000 students at their 85-acre downtown location. They offer more than 70 undergraduate majors. They participate in NCAA Division I athletics in 9 women's and 8 men's sports. Ninety-seven (97%) of the full-time faculty hold the highest degrees in their fields. Admission standards a minimum GPA of 2.3, a minimum ACT of 16 or SAT of 750, and must have completed a minimum of 13 core curriculum units. There is a new Student Recreation Center and new residence hall. Merit scholarships are available based on GPA and test scores and range anywhere from $1,000 to full tuition. Our tuition remains among the lowest for all of Ohio's public universities. University of Dayton 97% of incoming freshmen received financial aid. scholarships are available ranging from $5,000-$25,000. Merit Denison, Oberlin and Case Western Reserve have all stated they recommend 3 years

6 of a foreign language. University of Findlay with small class sizes was recognized as a Best Midwestern College by The Princeton Review. The most popular majors are: Direct Entry Pharmacy, Business, Education, Health Professions, Equestrian Studies, Nuclear Medicine and Pre-Veterinary Studies. Basic facts about Findlay: Over 4500 students, 1200 live on campus. Average GPA 3.4, average ACT University of Findlay has a Pharmacy program, culminating with a Pharmacy degree in 6 years. Minimum 3.3 GPA and 23 ACT is needed to apply. keyword pharmacy. 70 seats are available. Applications must be submitted by 1/5/13 with Pharmacy applications being due before 1/20/13. Scholarship Day is 12/3/12. Findlay received its full accreditation on June 27, Popular majores include Preveterinary, Equestrian Studies, Pharmacy and Physical Therapy. Heidelberg College in northwestern Ohio has added scholarships for students with a 3.0 GPA or above. A new science hall has been built as well as a new Wellness Center. It is a good school with an average 3.0 GPA and a 23 ACT for incoming freshman. Top 5 majors include: Science, Education, Music, Psychology, and Business. For students who qualify, they can also study abroad at the Sister University in Heidelberg, Germany. This is especially useful to students who have studied German. Driving time is 2-½ hours. Environmental Biology water studies only 1 of 2 programs in state. Hiram College Guaranteed tuition freeze to students enrolled Scholarships start at 3.0 & 20 ACT. Hocking College - Located in southern Ohio. They offer a wide variety of degrees some that can be found no where else in the state. They have one of the few Natural Resource programs, as well as Music Management, Opticianry (working for an optician) as well as Hospitality and Public Safety. Tuition average $4,000 a year and housing. ITT Technical School right here in Austintown has associate degree programs in Computer Network Systems, Information Technology, Software Applications & Programming, Multimedia, or Web Development, Computer Drafting & Design, and Computer and Electronics Engineering Technology. Many bachelor degree programs are available online if you wish to continue beyond an associate degree. A BS degree in Digital Entertainment and Game Design is one of the hot programs. See Mrs. McGlynn or Mrs. Dockry for brochures. Kent State East Liverpool - Available majors include: Occupational Therapy Asst., Physical Therapy Asst. Nursing, Criminial Justice and Human Services Technology. Lower tution. Other 2 and 4 year programs available. Information night and free application November 27, 5:00 7:00 PM. Kent State Salem located about 30 minutes from home. Offers associate and bachelor

7 degrees completely housed at Salem. Well known for their radiology program. New programs include: Applied Communication Studies, Justice Studies, and Horticulture Technology. Nursing is a 4-year program on campus with currently 95% passage on state boards. Radiology is very competitive, deadline is February 1, Also,only BS degree in Insurance Studies, available online. Lower tuition than other universities. Lake Erie College located in Painesville, Ohio (east of Cleveland) has an equestrian program teacher/trainer, facilities management, and pre-veterinary. The school is also strong in Business, Biology, and Education. Scholarships are merit based with GPA a big influence. There is a Powers Trust scholarship for Mahoning county residents. Great internships are available. Marching Band is a new activity for New majors Forensic Accounting and Exercise Science. Lourdes University Low tuition for a private school. Admission startsat 19 ACT and 2.75 GPA. Mercy College (based at St. Elizabeth Medical Center) is a 2 year diploma associates degree program for nursing. Applicants must have at least a 2.75 with a 21 ACT and have taken Algebra, Biology and Chemistry. More information go to Scholarship deadline is February 28. Over 90% passage, all graduates at this point are employed. Mount Union College is a private liberal arts institution known mainly for their business and education departments. The average freshman had a 3.4 GPA and 23 ACT. Apply before December 31 for full consideration for scholarship money. All students need a foreign language. Students are required to live on campus for the first 2 years. Band and choir are both available. Average F.A. Is $17,070. Muskingum College. They continue to be a great place to attend if you have an IEP. University of Northwestern Ohio is famous for its motor sports curriculum. It even has a racetrack and competes at area races. If you are interested in automotive or diesel mechanics, high performance, agriculture equipment or heating and cooling, check out Northwestern. Visit Ohio Dominican Located in the Columbus area. Visit Day 11/12. Popular majors include Education, Business. Merit Scholarships range from $9,000-$18,000. Avg. ACT 21.6, 3.0 GPA. Priority deadline 12/9, application deadline 2/17. Ohio Northern University is known for its direct entry pharmacy program. A ACT and a 3.5 GPA are about the guidelines to follow. However activities and volunteer work are considered as well as other ACT/GPA combos. The deadline for the pharmacy program is November 1. ONU has a BSN nursing program with a management option.

8 One year of Spanish at the college level will be necessary. Marketing and theater production are other strong majors at ONU. *Deadlines vary, but be safe and apply by December 1 (except Pharmacy). Other new programs include an Education degree in Engineering able to teach Engineering at the high school level. They also have Art Therapy and a Pharmacy/Law Program. Students applying for College of Business, Engineering and Arts & Sciences need to apply by 12/1. Interested in being a golf pro or managing a golf course? Ohio State has one of the only programs in this part of the country. OSU is also known throughout the world for their political science programs and rated #2 in the country for dance. Ohio University Located about 3 hours from Youngstown. Best known for Scrippts Journalism School. Deadline priority 12/15. Honors deadline 12/1. Visual Communications deadline 12/ & 32 ACT is awarded full tuition Osteopathic Medicine Campus at the Cleveland Clinic. Otterbein College is in Westerville, Ohio (15 minutes north of Columbus). It is a small private school with a big college feeling of Columbus. Acturian science analyzes risk in the insurance industry and is a high-income career. If you excel in math, look into this major. Otterbein's theater program is excellent. Besides acting and musical production, you may major in the business side, directing, or playwriting. Equine science for preveterinary majors or the business side of horses are possible areas of study seldom offered at other colleges. Scholarships are available for grades, talents, test scores, and community service. 95% of the students receive some type of aide. The average ACT score is 24, average GPA is 3.4. January 15 is scholarship deadline. They will superscore for scholarships. Most popular majors are theater, education, nursing and legal studies. Visit Day November 12, Apply before November 1 for a free application.. University of Pittsburgh Located in downtown Pittsburgh. Average ACT range is Admissions is highly competitive early application is recommended. Scholarship deadline is January 15. PSC Academy located in Hermitage, PA. Primary focus of the academy is cosmetology. $1500 scholarship available. Slippery Rock University (l hour drive, in PA) has a tuition reduction for Ohio residents (if you have a 3.0 GPA). They specialize in education, athletic training and Physical Education. New major is Dance. Their Park Ranger Program was named the best in the country by Outside magazine. The fast track program includes 5 courses over 2 semesters. Other majors are available. We have applications and viewbooks. Tuition is reasonable, often less than Akron or Kent. Showcase Days are 10/27, 11/3 and 11/17. Thiel College About 1 hour from Youngstown. Known for Forensic Accounting, Culinary Arts, Medicinal Chemistry and Criminal Justice. Apply by November 1.

9 Scholarship deadline is end of December. Walsh University - About 1-1/2 hours from Youngstown. Rated #2 in state for RN passage of the NCLEX. Direct entry for those who qualify. If students want to be considered for Scholarship Competition (3.75 GPA, 25 ACT), they must enroll by November 30. Most popular majors include Nursing, Education, Business. Average financial aid package is $18,000. New activity is band. Scholarships are available. They also have a Clinical Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Washington & Jefferson College Located south of Pittsburgh. Average ACT Scholarship Competition is held in spring. Average financial aid $24,000. They offer a free Study Abroad program for those who qualify. 90% of the students enrolled in Pre- Law & Pre-Health are accepted into Professional School. 98% of students graduate in 4 years. If a 5 th year is needed, it is free. Visitation Days 10/8, 10/10, 11/13 and 11/14. Waynesburg (Western PA) - Known for Criminal Justice, Nursing and Business. Separate Honors Program Scholarship for Ohio residents. Mock Crime Scene Workship 10/20 9:00 AM The College of Wooster ranks 2nd in the nation in senior capstone experience, second only to Princeton University. It ranks high among colleges with graduates who go to earn PhD's. Applications should be in by February 15. If you are planning a career in pharmacy, physical therapy or occupational therapy, consider a college that offers direct entry from high school into the professional program. Usually, if you keep a certain GPA you are guaranteed a spot. The route of a 2-year pre-professional program and then applying for the actual program is much more competitive. See us for schools that have direct entry. REPRESENTATIVES from the following colleges/universities will be visiting Fitch in October. If you want to meet with them, sign the book in the Senior Guidance Office, giving your first period class. November 4 8:30 Slippery Rock 1:00 Marietta College November 5 8:00 NEOMED 9:00 Baldwin-Wallace Novenber 6 10:30 Tiffin University November 12 8:00 Penn Date Shenango November 13 8:00 Eastern Gateways C.C. November 21 9:00 Findley University

10 Many colleges have sent us scholarship information. Some require a counselor's nomination, a competitive test, or just an application. Check the scholarship rack frequently for these opportunities. Listed below are the scholarships we presently have information concerning. Trade Fair October 31 2 & 3 periods in the cafeteria. 14 different craftsmen from Northeast Ohio SCHOLARSHIPS A & F Business Scholarship Deadline June 14, American Indian Scholarship Fund AXA Scholarship Outstanding achievement in school and community. Deadline is December 1, For students interested in broadcasting go to or Burger King Deadline: Dates have not been released. Also if you work at Burger King, there is a $1,000 scholarship available to you. Free college information as well as college scholarships Hispanic Scholarship Fund site has numerous scholarships available. OAPSE Scholarships If your parent is a member of OAPSE, scholarships are available through the website. Three different scholarships are available. Download applications at for the Memorial Scholarship. Ohio War Orphans Scholarship For students who are children of a deceased or disabled Ohio veteran. To be eligible for the Oscar Ritchie Memorial Scholarship (awarded to minorities) you must apply by February 1, A 3.25 GPA is needed to qualify. No separate application is needed just apply to Kent State University for admission. Profile in Courage Essay Contest You can win $500, $1,000, or $10,000. Essay: Act of political courage by a U.S. elected official who served. Deadline: January 5, 2014.

11 Pittsburgh Technical Institute is popular with Fitch grads. Accounting, computers, hospitality, and multimedia are just a few of the majors offered. Visit PTI at Seven Seventeen Scholarships - $1,500 for students attending YSU, Akron or Kent. You or your family must be a member. keyword is: scholarships. Vanguard Scholarship - $10,000 scholarship to minority students pursuing studies in Business, Information Technology, Accounting or liberal arts. Deadline: November 30, sms.scholarshipamerica.org/vanguard. Vanguard Women In Technology - $8,000 for females studying Computer Science/Computer Engineering or other IT field. Deadline: November 30, sms.scholarshipamerica.org/vanguardwomenintechnology. From time to time we are asked to nominate students for various scholarships and awards. Please stop in the Senior Guidance Office and fill out a STUDENT ACTIVITY SHEET/BRAG SHEET, to be considered for these accolades and monetary benefits. Stop by Senior Guidance if you have any questions or need more information on anything. ACT/SAT HELP If you need help preparing for ACT/SAT...check the library. Here are some titles to look for: Barron's How to Prepare for the ACT, Barron's Pass Key to the ACT, How to Prepare for the SAT, Princeton Review: Cracking the System ACT. THERE IS ALSO OUTSIDE HELP THROUGH STUDY CLASSES: David Dicciccio (David is quite intense but gets great results) Chris Wolfe (Math only) The people listed above charge a fee for their services. Kent State Trumbull ACT Prep Course (schedules available in the office) Kent State Salem ACT Prep Course MRS. McGLYNN MRS. DOCKRY

12 DON'T FORGET COLLEGE PLANNING NIGHT FITCH HIGH SCHOOL NOVEMBER 7, :30 P.M. Transcript Requests: 1) Complete a Transcript Request Form. 1) Student Information on the College Prep Form/Recommendation Form is completely filled out. 1) An addressed, stamped envelope (2 stamps) is included. Manila envelope requires 3 stamps. 1) Choose someone who knows you very well (teacher, coach, club advisor, community/activities leader) and allow one week for the recommendation to be written. 1) First 5 transcripts are free. All other transcripts are $2.00 each. 1) All materials to be sent must be submitted at the same time. 1) Submit material to us at least one week before the deadline. 1) Make sure you have a brag sheet on file! CREDIT RECOVERY All students who need credit recovery for graduation should have received notification. Students can choose from 2 nd, 3 rd or 4 th 9 weeks to complete the course. Students only have a 9 week period to finish. See your counselor for additional information.