College Admissions
Criteria
Criteria
All your grades can be found on this document
What is a transcript
This is the document that all colleges and universities require in order for you to be considered for financial aid.
What is the FAFSA
This is a place where you can go to receive support on post high school plans
The date the FAFSA is due
What is October 1st
I don't plan on going to college- I don't need to begin my process until much later and don't need to meet with a C3 counselor
FALSE! Securing a job you are excited about, or finding an alternative program for after graduation still requires the same process of self reflection, building a list of priorities, and decision making.
These are things that colleges like to see on your application, outside of your courseload
what are extra curricular activites
This is free money for college
what are Scholarships and grants
Colleges can search and access these to find out personal information about applicants.
What is social media. Make sure you are being digitally responsible and monitoring your digital footprint. Schools are great at finding you even with an alias. Schools have been known to rescind acceptances after learning more about a student on social media
When applications can be submitted anytime after 8/1 and an answer is returned quickly after the application is submitted
What is Rolling Admissions
I know my family won't qualify for financial aid so there is no point for us to fill out the FAFSA
FALSE! Many schools (including UD) won't even issue merit based scholarship without a FAFSA on file.
These are two standardized tests that colleges accept as admission criteria
What are the SAT & the ACT
This is an additional financial document, similar to the FAFSA, that some schools require in addition to the FAFSA
What is the CSS Profile
These are non negotiable and must be met throughout the college process.
what are deadlines
what is Sunday June 4th
The C3 is only for seniors working on college applications
FALSE! The C3 is YOUR space:) All grade levels are welcome to come and have lunch in there! We have staff in there to help talk you through ideas or assist with a job or college application. It can also be a quiet getaway from the cafeteria to do some self reflection.
Depending on what school I apply to, it's possible I will need two of these as part of my application.
What is a teacher recommendation
What is the Net Price (important- the net price is almost NEVER the same as the sticker price!)
This is an activity where you volunteer your time to give back and to help others.
what is community service. This is not required by BHS to graduate, but valued by employers and colleges. Community service doesn't only give you the opportunity to give back, but can help you identify activities you enjoy and skills you may not have known you have
If I turn my application in during the fall, and agree to withdraw all other applications if accepted, and sign guarantee I will attend the school
What is Early Decision
Because schools are test optional, my SAT's definitely will not matter
FALSE! Depending on how you score on your SAT's, you may choose to submit them as added value to your application. In some cases, scoring above certain benchmarks on the SAT's makes you eligible for merit based scholarship.
This is a component of your college application that provides admissions counselor a deeper insight into who you are.
What is the Essay/ Personal Statement
This is the time during high school when you can begin to apply for scholarships
What is NOW!!!!!
This is a really important tool/ assessment to take whether going to college or to a career. It can help you identify aptitudes, skills, career matches and interests
What is You Science
This document is required for many of the largest colleges & universities. In it, you will need to report your courses throughout high school and issued grades. It is due at the time your application is due.
What is the SRAR (Self-Reported Academic Record)
Since I'm going to college, I don't need to worry about a resume now
FALSE! All of you should be keeping (and updating) a chronological resume. This document will serve you very well should you apply for a job during or instead of college. Additionally, it can serve as a nice reminder of things you have done so you don't forget