Probe College Fair Winder-Barrow High School Tuesday, 9.13.22 from 1-2:30pm

WBHS will be hosting the Probe College Fair on Tuesday, 9/13 from 1-2:30pm. Approximately 60 colleges will be in attendance!!

The fair will be held on the top level of the gym.

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Seniors will attend from 1-1:45. Seniors will need to eat lunch before 1:00 pm.

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Juniors will attend from 1:45-2:30. Juniors will need to eat lunch before 1:45 pm.

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Announcements will be made to release students to attend.

PARTICIPATING COLLEGES

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College

Agnes Scott College

Andrew College

Appalachian State University

Augusta University

Belmont Abbey College

Brenau University

Brewton-Parker College

College of Athens

College of Coastal Georgia

Columbia College

Columbus State University

Dalton State College

East Tennessee State University

Emmanuel College

Faulkner University

Florida International University

Fort Valley State University

Georgia College & State University

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Georgia Gwinnett College

Georgia Southern University

Georgia Southwestern State University

Georgia Student Finance Commission

Grand Canyon University

Johnson & Wales University

Kennesaw State University

LaGrange College

Lee University

Mercer University

Middle Georgia State University

Mississippi State University

North Carolina State University at Raleigh

North Georgia Technical College

Nova Southeastern University

Paine College

Piedmont University

Point University

Purdue University-Main Campus

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Regent University

Reinhardt University

South Georgia State College

The Art Institute of Atlanta

The University of Alabama

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

Toccoa Falls College

Troy University

University of North Florida

University of North Georgia

University of South Carolina Beaufort

University of Toledo

University of West Georgia

Valdosta State University

Webber International University

Wesleyan College

Western Carolina University

Young Harris College

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The Following Colleges Will Be Participating (as of 9/8):

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REGISTRATION PROCESS

Students are not required to register to attend the fair, BUT…

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Students SHOULD register to get a QR code so they can share their contact information quickly with admissions representatives--this will allow colleges to send you follow up information. Colleges no longer use paper contact cards.

Register now at:

www.gaprobe.org/student-fair-registration/

QUESTIONS TO ASK

Admissions Representatives Are Here to Help You--Ask Questions! �Here are some Suggestions:

Questions about the School:

• What do students like most about your school?
• What makes your college unique?
• Does your school have my intended major? If not, what other programs are there that fit my interests?
• What are some of the strongest programs or most popular majors?
• What are the faculty/professors like and how accessible are they outside of class?
• How big are class sizes for freshmen? For upperclassmen?
• Are any big changes to your school or new opportunities for next year that I should know about?

QUESTIONS TO ASK

Questions about Campus Life:

• What are the housing options for freshmen?
• Do I have to live on campus?
• Do most students live on or off campus?
• What happens on weekends—are there things to do on campus or in town, or do most kids go home?
• How does your school’s community compare to Winder/Barrow County?
• What’s the security like on campus?
• What’s the surrounding area like? Is it easy to get around?
• Are most students involved with an extracurricular activity? If so, which ones are most popular or notable?
• Are fraternities and sororities a big part of campus life?
• Are sports/the arts/any interest of yours a big part of your campus?
• Are there preview days or other specific campus tour dates that I should know about?

QUESTIONS TO ASK

Questions about the Student Body:

• How would you describe the students that go there?
• Where do most of them come from?
• Do you have the demographic information for your school available?

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Questions about Financial Aid:

• What financial aid opportunities does your school offer?
• What need-based or merit-based aid is available?
• What is the deadline to complete my Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)?
• Does your school have a priority deadline for financial aid?
• What percentage of students receive financial aid?
• How much student loan debt do students from your college typically leave with?

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QUESTIONS TO ASK

Application Questions:

• Do admissions officers make decisions solely on numbers, or do extracurricular activities truly matter at your school? (This is usually called a “holistic review”).
• Is there an Early Action deadline?
• When will admissions decisions be released?
• If I am accepted, is there an orientation or accepted students day that I should or am required to attend?
• What happens if I am denied or deferred from Early Action/Regular Decision?
• If I do not meet requirements for the fall, what other options do I have?
• Do you have Spring admission or a Bridge Program that you can tell me about?

Questions about Availability of Support Services:

• What type of health services and mental health/counseling services are available?
• Does your school have a career center that helps students find internships and jobs?
• Are there internships available specific to my major?
• Is there job placement help for graduates even after they have left the school?
• Is there a sports complex or fitness center?
• What types of tutoring opportunities are available?

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We are excited to host the Probe Fair at Winder-Barrow this year! Please make the most of this opportunity. Use your time interacting with admissions representatives and not standing by idly talking to your friends. Represent yourself and WBHS well!