This guide is here to help you navigate and organize the college search and application process.
· Take time to read through the material.
· Talk to your counselor about questions and ideas that you have.
CLICK HERE to view Junior/Senior Information Packet I
Contents listed below:
NEEDED FOR RECOMMENDATION - IMPORTANT
Autobiography- To be submitted to your counselor
Senior Activity Sheet
Parent Brag Sheet- To be submitted to your counselor
Transcript Request Form
Letter of Recommendation Request Form
COLLEGE SELECTION
College Search Checklist
Before you begin looking at Schools
Self-Reflection/Self Knowledge
Identifying College Matches
College Comparison Chart
College Evaluation Chart
Is a large or small college right for you?
SAT/ACT Comparison chart
SUMMER BEFORE SENIOR YEAR
Summer to do list for rising seniors
TYPES OF POST SECONDARY CHOICES
Career and Technical Colleges: Career s in Focus
Community College: A viable option
Considering a College Honors Program
Religously affiliated colleges and universities
Military
Tips for Visual and Performing Arts Students
Tips for Student Athletes
NCAA Information/Registration
Gap year options
STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES
Steps to college for students with learning disabilities
Questions to ask the college representative
Rhodes scholar overcomes learning problems
Helpful resources for parents of students with LD
Schools for Students with learning disabilities
CLICK HERE to view Junior/Senior Information Packet II
Contents listed below:
How students with LD are admitted to college
Additional resources for students with special needs
APPLICATION PROCESS
The parts of the admission folder
How colleges Review student applications
The college essay
Suggestions for writing your essay
Top ten tips for writing your college essay
Creating a resume
Interviewing
The truth about college interviews
Getting great recommendations
Application checklist
Types of admission processes
Early Decision and Early Action
SENIOR YEAR NOTES
Surviving-and Thriving-your senior year
Tips for avoiding senioritis
What if I'm not accepted to college
The waiting game: what if I'm waitlisted?
The college sleepover: Overnight visits
Making the final decision
For Seniors: Get ready for college
FINANCIAL AID
FAFSA, CSS profile, scholarships
Financial Aid Terminology
Financial Aid Websites
