I Have Applied To College! Now What?

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We are Navigators

Meet The Reconnect Tennessee Middle Region Team

Dawn Brimm-Leonard, Navigator dawn.brimm-leonard @tn.govPhone: (629) 207-8036

Dwight Fox, Directordwight.fox@tn.govPhone: (931) 384-8810

Emily Hill, Navigator emily.hill@tn.govPhone: (931) 303-1196

Minzi Thomas, NavigatorMinzi.thomas@tn.govPhone: (629) 207-1053

Teresa Daniels, Navigator teresa.daniels@tn.govPhone: (931) 279-3766

Today’s Presentation

Part 1: I am applying to an Associate Degree program

Part 2: I am applying to a Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT)

Part 1

I Am Applying for an

Associate Degree

Connect with a Reconnect Navigator

• To connect with a Reconnect Navigator • Click on this link https://formstack.io/59794

• Complete a short intake form

• Navigator will contact you to assist you one-on-one in returning and remaining in school.

This link can be found on the home page of the Tennessee Reconnect website.

• Official transcripts must be sent directly from one school to another

• High school or high school equivalency required for first time students

• Any prior higher education transcripts for returning students

Transcripts

https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Verification: If you are selected you will be required to submit documentation to the school to confirm the accuracy of the FAFSA information.

FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid

Tennessee Reconnect Grant Application

• If interested in the Tennessee Reconnect grant, your first step is to complete the Tennessee Reconnect Grant Application: https://tnreconnect.gov/

• This grant application must be completed annually!

• Each application covers a full academic year, which includes the fall, spring and summer semesters.

Tennessee Reconnect Grant Requirements

• Be a Tennessee resident for at least 1 year prior to the school enrollment date

• Complete the FAFSA and be classified as an independent student

• Not have previously earned an associate or bachelor’s degree

• Exception: TCAT Reconnect--remain eligible with degree

• Be a U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen

• Comply with United States selective service requirements, if applicable to the

student

• Not be in default on a student loan program

• Not have an outstanding balance of previously awarded financial aid to an

institution

• Be admitted to an eligible institution and enrolled at least part time (minimum 6

hours) in courses leading to a certificate or associate degree

• Complete the application and Reconnect Success Plan in the TSAC portal

College Acceptance Letter

• Expect a letter by either email or postal mail

• Letter will contain:

• A Student ID number (hold onto this)

• Instructions to access your student email and student account

Student Email and Account

• This is the place where most communication between you and the school will take place.

• They will notify you of items they will need to process your application. This may include:

1. ACT/SAT scores or request to schedule an Accuplacer test.2. Immunization Records3. Proof of Citizenship4. Selective Service Information

Schedule an Advising Appointment

• Once you are accepted by a school, you will be assigned an academic advisor who will work with you in choosing and scheduling classes.

Register for Classes

• Your next step after meeting with your

academic advisor will be to register for classes.

• You will be notified by the school, through your

email account, when registration opens.

• You can also check the school’s academic

calendar.

Attend Orientation

• Most schools will require you to attend an

orientation.

• Orientation will give you an overview of the

school and explain procedures and

expectations.

Student ID

• You will need to obtain a student ID and a

parking pass if you will be parking on campus.

• You should have been assigned a student ID at

the time that you were admitted.

Purchasing Books and Supplies

• Next, you will need to purchase/rent/borrow

your books.

• We recommend that you check with your

instructor to make sure that you are obtaining

the correct books for the class.

Attend the First Day of Class

You are now ready for your first

day of class!

Q & A

Part 2

I Am Applying To A Tennessee

College of Applied Technology

(TCAT)

FAFSA

Free Application for Federal Student Aid

https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

• You may be selected for verification. • If you are selected you will be required to submit documentation

to the school to check the accuracy of the FAFSA information. If selected this may delay your aid.

Campus Tour

✓ Although not required, it is highly recommended to visit the location of your department and classes.

Complete the TCAT Admissions Application

✓ This admissions application can be found on the TCAT’s website

Acceptance

✓ You will be notified by the school if you have been accepted to the program.

✓ If the program is full, your name will be placed on a waiting list according to your application date and you will be notified when a vacancy occurs.

Application Status

✓ You will be able to check the status of your admissions application on the TCAT website until you receive your campus email.

Tennessee Reconnect Grant

Application

✓ A TCAT financial aid representative will complete the Tennessee Reconnect Grant Application on your behalf.

WorkKeys Curriculum Placement Tests

✓ All new students will be required to complete this skills assessment in applied mathematics, graphic literacy and reading for information. The school will schedule your appointment for this test.

Books and Supplies

✓ The school will notify you of the required books and supplies. These can usually be purchased in the school book store.

First Day of Class

✓ You will be notified of the date of your first day of classes.

REMEMBER TO…

✓ BE POSITIVE

✓ BE PUNCTUAL

✓ BE PREPARED

Q & A

Contact Us

https://tnreconnect.gov

Northeast RegionTERRI CONDUFF (Director)Terri.Conduff@tn.gov(423)312-5287

East RegionTINA BISHOP (Director)Tina.Bishop@tn.gov(615) 313-3171

Middle RegionDWIGHT FOX (Director)Dwight.Fox@tn.gov(931)384-8810

West RegionTONI REEVES (Director)Toni.Reeves@tn.gov(615)762-6310