Match and Selectivity

A Match school is defined as:

• Any college or university where you have an 80% chance or higher of being accepted.

• A college or university that you may have difficulty getting into due to your current resume, or due to sheer acceptance rates.

• A college or university that is not hard for you to get into, but you’re not guaranteed admission. Your GPA and test scores should match those of the current incoming freshman class.

• A college or university with at least three undergraduate programs or majors that interest you or your parents.

A Safety school is defined as:

• Any college or university where you have an 80% chance or higher of being accepted.

• A college or university that you may have difficulty getting into due to your current resume, or due to sheer acceptance rates.

• A college or university that is not hard for you to get into, but you’re not guaranteed admission. Your GPA and test scores should match those of the current incoming freshman class.

• A college or university with at least three undergraduate programs or majors that interest you or your parents.

A Reach school is defined as:

• Any college or university where you have an 80% chance or higher of being accepted.

• A college or university that you may have difficulty getting into due to your current resume, or due to sheer acceptance rates.

• A college or university that is not hard for you to get into, but you’re not guaranteed admission. Your GPA and test scores should match those of the current incoming freshman class.

• A college or university that is outside of your home state of residency.

Why is it required that you apply to at least 2 Match schools? (3 Correct Answers)

• So you’ll have a handful of desirable options when it comes time to make your big choice of selecting a college or university

• You have a better chance of graduating on time if you attend a Match school.

• Because match schools are colleges that you can realistically get into and realistically see yourself attending.

• Match schools are ideal because they are located in the city in which you currently live.

Why is it suggested that you apply to at least 1 Safety school? (2 Correct Answers)

• No matter how great you think your application is, there’s always a chance you won’t get into your dream school.

• Beyond a simple rejection, other circumstances can arise that may make it difficult (or impossible) for you to attend your top schools, even if you are accepted.

• Safety measures are important is saving lives and preventing accidents.

• You should give up on your dreams before you waste your time and money.

Why is it suggested that you apply to at least 1 Reach school? (3 Correct Answers)

• Since “reach school” and “dream school” are the same thing for many students — and it’s always important to chase your dreams.

• Our students get their college application fees waived (no cost), so there is no harm in applying to a Reach school.

• A Reach school typically accepts 90% of applicants, so you are almost guaranteed to get accepted.

• A Reach school application will count toward the three college application graduation requirement set by CPS.

What TWO factors determine an Academic Match when searching for colleges and universities?

• G.P.A.

• SAT Score

• Personal Statement Essay

• PSAT Score

Which of the following are CPS graduation requirements? (4 Correct Answers)

• You must take the ACT

• You must take the SAT

• You must complete the FAFSA or Alternative Application

• You must apply to at least 3 colleges or universities

• You must provide evidence of a plan after high school

Who can should you talk to for Post-Secondary support here at school?

• Ms. Olvera and Ms. Gamon

• Your Senior Seminar teacher

• Your Counselor

Who gets to make the final decision about your plans after high school?

• Your Family

• Your Counselor

• Your Teachers

• YOU.

• Your Bestie