Applying to College
The following procedures must be adhered to when applying to college.
1. Meet with your counselor to review final selections, establish priorities, and note deadlines
2. Through Family Connection you can link to the college’s website to obtain application information and/or
3. The following items should be completed and submitted to the Guidance Office prior to the processing of college applications. These items will remain in the Guidance Office:
- Essay(s)
- Resume
- Teacher Recommendations – Many colleges will send separate Teacher Recommendation Reports as a part of the application packet. If you receive these reports with your college application, it is your responsibility to see individual teachers. These college forms are not a substitute for the Teacher Recommendation requested for your Guidance file.
4. Fill out the Request for Application Processing Form available in the Guidance Office. You must submit one completed form for each school. If you are applying online you must attach a printed confirmation page indicating that your application has been submitted.
The Guidance Office requires 10 school days for processing applications.
For example: If your application is due January 1st, it must be submitted to Guidance no later than December 3rd (due to Holiday Recess).
For example: If your application is due January 1st, it must be submitted to Guidance no later than December 3rd (due to Holiday Recess).