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Event Sponsor
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Presentation Overview
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Why do you think education is important?
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Importance of Education Beyond High School
Earnings and Unemployment Rates By Educational Attainment, 2024
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Note: Data are for persons aged 25 and over. Earnings are for full-time wage and salary workers.
Source: “2024 Current Population Survey.” U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. www.bls.gov/emp/chart-unemployment-earnings-education.htm.
$2,278
$2,363
$1,840
$1,543
$1,099
$1,020
1.3 %
2.5%
2.2%
2.8%
$738
3.8%
4.2 %
$930
6.2%
1.2 %
Other Benefits of College
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Internship opportunities
Participating in research Networking opportunities
Connect with peers from diverse cultures Leadership in student organizations
Establish lifelong relationships
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Education After High School
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Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Community College
Four-Year College or University
AGE
What Are Your Goals?
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Career and Technical Education
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Provides students with hands-on training while preparing for occupation
Programs
Credentials
Community College
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Offers programs that last up to two years that lead to a certificate or an associate degree
Programs
Credentials
Four-Year College or University
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Offers traditional academic programs; may offer technical or continuing education programs, too.
Programs
Credentials
How many college are in the United States?
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There are over 5,800 colleges in the U.S.
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Exploring Your Interests and Goals
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Identify your goals and interests
requirements
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Exploring Your Paths to College
Research colleges and programs
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Choosing a College
Program of Study
School size Class size Location
Support programs
Learning formats
Extracurricular activities
Cost
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Researching Options
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https://www.collegedata.com/
Visiting a College Campus
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Explore Academic Departments
Visit in Person or �Take a Virtual Tour
https://campustours.com
Ask Questions
Observe the Campus Environment
Talk to Students on Campus
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Private Nonprofit Four-Year
On-Campus
Public Four-Year Out-Of-State On-Campus
Public Four-Year In-State
On-Campus
Public Two-Year In-District Commuter
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$10,000
$20,000
$30,000
$40,000
$50,000
$60,000
$43,350
$30,780
$11,610
$15,250
$13,310
$13,310
$4,050 $10,390
$1,290
$1,290
$1,290
$1,520
$1,150
$1,340
$1,340
$1,950
$2,360
$2,360
$2,600
Cost of Attendance (COA)
Tuition + Fees Housing + Food Books + Supplies Transportation Miscellaneous
$2,010
$29,910
$20,570
$49,080
$62,990
Net Price Calculator
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Required by the
U.S. Department of Education
Provides an estimate of your cost after grants and scholarships
On every college website or at
Find the actual net price by applying for financial aid
What is Financial Aid?
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Money that is given or lent to students in order to help pay for their education
Two basic types of financial aid:
Merit-based financial aid is awarded to students with specific talents or skills in areas such as academic achievements, athletics and performing arts.
Need-based financial aid is awarded to students who demonstrate financial need based on the information provided on their financial aid application, such as the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Financial Aid Categories
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Grants are typically awarded by the federal government, state government or college and do not need to be paid back.
Scholarships are free money that does not need to be paid back. Funding can come from a variety of sources, such as your college, community organizations, employers and individuals.
Work-study is money earned while attending college and it does not need to be repaid. Students work part-time to earn money to help fund their college expenses.
Loans are borrowed money that must be paid back with interest. The most common loans are those offered through the Federal Direct Loan Program. Other loan options include private loans.
Applying for Financial Aid
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The first step to access federal, state, and institutional financial aid is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Oregon Student Aid Application (ORSAA)
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Oregon Opportunity Grant
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Oregon Promise Grant
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Financial Aid Offer
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Summary from a college that outlines the types of financial support a student is eligible to receive to help pay for their education.
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Includes net price (what you pay for college after financial aid is subtracted)
Students receive their aid offer from the college after they have been accepted and completed their financial aid application.
Compare offers from different colleges
How many scholarships are awarded each year in the U.S.?
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Approximately 1.7 million scholarships are awarded each year.
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Search for Scholarships
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Scholarships are free money for college that do not require repayment.
Local scholarships
Regional Scholarships
National/Worldwide
Scam Alert Phrases
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This scholarship is guaranteed or your money back.
You can’t get this information anywhere else.
We’ll do all the work for you.
The scholarship will cost some money.
May I have your credit card or bank account number to hold this scholarship?
You're a finalist [for a contest you never entered].
Scholarship Tips
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Start searching today
Starting locally
Explore scholarship platforms
Get familiar with application requirements
You can’t win if you don’t apply.
Watch out for scams
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Action Items
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Complete online assessment to help identify goals
Finish “Choosing the Right College for You” worksheet Attend college tours (virtual or in person) Experiment with net price calculators
Have a family financial aid discussion Apply for scholarships
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Grade by Grade Checklists
In the Opportunities Guide
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Contact Us
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The College Place-Oregon
Portland, OR
Jennifer Satalino
Director, The College Place jsatalino@ecmc.org
971-722-4493