Compiled by College and Career Center Counselor Denise Yamamoto
Senior Announcements:
Application Deadlines
Don’t procrastinate! If you have not done so already, turn in your transcript requests and/or applications! If applying online, you still need to turn in a transcript request to C&CC so we can add your list of senior courses and attach our school’s profile. Let us know if there are any questions.
Financial Aid Night – Nov. 18
Need money to help pay for college? Not sure what the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is? Attend the Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria. Get your questions answered through a presentation by the financial aid officers from Leeward Community College. Hope to see you then!
UH Community College Application
The community colleges are a smart choice for starting a four-year degree. With an AA degree from a community college, you can transfer with your “core” general education requirements fulfilled, with substantial savings. The community colleges provide quality education, more personalized attention and lots of opportunities. Popular programs fill up quickly, so complete the online application as soon as possible. You should apply to only one community college campus. To apply, go to apply.hawaii.edu
Selective Service: All males 18 years of age must register
In order to qualify for federal student loans and grants, job training and employment, males 18 years of age must register with Selective Service. Go to sss.gov for more information.
Scholarships Posted on Edline
Check Edline or our bulletin board for the latest scholarship listing. Any scholarship money that you receive means less money out of your pocket. Follow the instructions and watch your deadlines!
Scholarship Award Letters
If you have received a scholarship or financial award from a school or organization, whether you accept it or not, forward a copy of the award letter to our office so that you can be recognized in the graduation program.
Financial Aid Available Online Jan. 1
With all of the economic concerns around us, financial aid will play an important piece in the college application process. FAFSA provides the foundation for the college financial aid process. Colleges and many scholarship foundations use the report generated by the FAFSA to evaluate an applicant’s financial need. You must file the FAFSA even if you seek only grants, work study or subsidized loans. Request forms or complete the form online after Jan. 1 at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Each college has a priority deadline and most aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so file your FAFSA as soon as possible.
Reminders
College Goal 808 – Jan. 25 at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m.
College Goal 808 – Feb. 4 at 6 p.m. – Leilehua High School
Get help with FAFSA Completion – Sign up for a session at www.collegegoal808.org
Other Announcements:
PSAT Postponed to Oct. 29
Thank you to everyone for your flexibility with the postponement of the PSAT. You can pick up your score reports and figure out what these scores mean at the PSAT Interpretation Night to be held on Dec. 10 (tentative) at 6 p.m. More information to follow.
Hawaii College and Career Fair – Friday, Nov. 14
Neal S. Blaisdell Center – 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.; 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visit with representatives and exhibitors from over 200 colleges and organizations, including public and private institutions, Hawaii institutions, US mainland institutions and even international institutions. Admission is FREE! Go to hawaiicollegecareerfair.org for more information.
Running Start
The Running Start program is a unique partnership between the Department of Education (DOE) and the UH system. It allows public high school juniors and seniors to attend college classes while earning both high school and college credits. Come to C&CC for more information, or visit www.hawaii.edu/runningstart
