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Essential Guide to College Applications for Seniors: Steps to Success

Navigating the college application process can be daunting for seniors. This guide outlines the essential purpose and components of a college application, including the application form, essays, recommendation letters, and transcripts. Be prepared with required documents, and adhere to instructions carefully—never leave blanks or provide false information. Understand the difference between Early Decision and Early Action, and be aware of application fees and waivers. Proofread multiple times to ensure accuracy, and always submit on time. Good luck!

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Essential Guide to College Applications for Seniors: Steps to Success

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  1. College Applications Senior Communications

  2. Purpose of College Application • To be accepted in college • Standardized way for schools to obtain information

  3. Parts of a College Application • Application form • Recommendation forms • Application essay • Transcript • Test scores • Financial aid form(s) • Fees or fee waiver • Interview

  4. Be Prepared! • Info to have on hand: • Resume • SS card • Driver’s license • Transcripts • SAT/ACT scores • Letters of Recommendation

  5. NEVER Lie • Never, ever, ever lie on your application! • You will not be accepted

  6. READ and FOLLOW Instructions! • Read entire application first, BEFORE you start completing it • Write neatly, black or blue ink only! • Don’t fold, bend, crinkle, or anything else to the application • TIP: In many cases, your application will not be considered if you have not followed the instructions correctly.

  7. NO Blanks • NEVER leave any blanks • Write “Not applicable” or “n/a” if a question does not apply to you • NEVER write “see resume”

  8. Connection to Resume • Be consistent • Dates • Titles • Names • Etc

  9. Submitting your application • Online is best! • Check school’s website for their preferences • If you do not receive a confirmation, contact the school • KEEP A COPY-save or print out for your records • Submit BEFORE THE DEADLINE

  10. Fees and Fee Waivers • Application fees vary • Guidance counselor-fee waivers

  11. Important Terms • Rolling admission-consider app as they are received • Regular admission-deadline-usually Feb. 1, students notified by April 1

  12. Early Decision vs Early Action • Early Decision • Agreement that if accepted they WILL attend (binding) • November deadline • Nonrefundable deposit • Only one early decision app. is permitted • If accepted, all other apps must be withdrawn • Early Action • Apply early but are NOT obligated to accept (not binding) • Choose to accept or wait until spring to accept (May)

  13. Proofread Proofread Proofread Proofread

  14. Good Luck!

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