Mich tech
- 1. Joanne Chalgren Michigan Technological University School of Business and Economics
- 2. Work Military Trades Apprentice Programs College
- 3. Recognize strengths and Weaknesses Analyze your interests and values Achieve a personal goal Increase your earning power Prepare for a career Participate in extracurricular activities Influence of family and friends
- 4. English 4 years Mathematics 3 years Social Studies 3 years Science 3 years Foreign Language 2 years Many colleges require additional courses in: Mathematics Fine and Performing Arts Computer Science
- 6. Become familiar with the content and format Review PLAN results to find weak areas Learn test taking strategies Use Online Prep programs Take free practice tests See counselor for test preparation materials
- 7. High School GPA Class rank Letters of recommendation Essay Course selection Extra curricular activities
- 9. Majors Type of school & Degrees offered Admission policy Location & Size Costs & financial aid Campus activities Support services
- 10. Compile info from many resources: - Websites -College viewbooks -College representatives/college fairs -Counselors and teachers -Parents, students and alumni
- 11. Meet with an admissions counselor Verify admission requirements Determine actual costs Explore financial aid opportunities Take a campus tour Investigate programs Attend a class Talk with students/faculty
- 12. Narrow choices Review college test requirements Know fees and deadlines Know scholarship requirements Submit application materials -Application for admission -HS transcript -Recommendations
- 13. Determine college costs Investigate all resources: Parents Savings Summer Earnings Scholarships, grants, loans, work- study Complete forms & note deadlines Apply for Financial Aid early
- 15. ACT/SAT scores High school grades Study habits Motivation Course selection Placement Interests Commitment
- 16. Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI
- 17. About Us • Total Enrollment: 7,014 • Ranked: In the top tier of national public universities by US News & World Report • Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 11:1 • Faculty in the Classroom: over 90% • Class Size: 75% have 30 or fewer students • Campus Safety: 3rd safest college town in the US and safest in Michigan • Most wired: 7th in the country by PC Magazine
- 18. Student Profile Academics – 61% rank in top quarter – 3.5 GPA – 25.6 ACT composite Geographical Distribution – 50 states and territories – Over 80 countries
- 19. Admission Criteria & Process Factors Considered Application Process Online Free to apply! www.mtu.edu/apply - FREE Priority Deadline – January 15
- 20. Financial Aid & Scholarships • Alumni Legacy Award • Presidential Scholars • Leading Scholars • Athletic Grants • ROTC (Air Force and Army) • Other state/federal financial aid • University grants and awards 91% of Michigan Tech students receive financial aid, totaling $54 million annually.
- 21. Career Placement
- 22. Varsity Athletics Men’s Division I Ice Hockey Men’s Division II Women’s Division II Football Volleyball Basketball Basketball Track and Field Track and Field Cross Country Cross Country Nordic Skiing Nordic Skiing Tennis Tennis
- 23. Business Programs Bachelor Degrees: -Accounting -Economics -Finance -Management -Management Information Systems -Marketing -Operations and Systems Management Dual Degrees MBA program
- 24. Business Small class sizes Student to faculty ratio: 14:1 Accreditation AACSB Real World Experience Business Development Career Placement Experiences 98% of graduates
- 25. APMP (APPLIED PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT PROGRAM) 2007 National Champions – Value Category 2002 National Champions - Blend Category Redefining Investment Strategy Redefining Investment Strategy Education (RISE) Symposium Education (RISE) Symposium Dayton, Ohio New York, New York
- 26. Visiting Campus • High school counselors and teachers • Students Adventure visits Open House Preview Day
- 27. Questions?