College Admissions
Criteria
Criteria
All your grades can be found on this document
What is a transcript; Greenlight
This is the document that all colleges and universities require in order for you to be considered for financial aid.
What is the FAFSA/TASFA
The priority Deadline is Feb 15th.
This is a place where you can go to receive support on post high school plans
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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 College and Career Advisor
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. Plan to meet with your Advisor or Ms. Salcedo to finalize your plans.
After I applied I'm done right.
No, you will need to check your email and log into your student portals. Send your test scores to school as well as your transcripts through Greenlight.
Your email and student portal is the schools only form of contact with you!
This is free money for college
what are Scholarships and Grants (Raise.Me, our Instagram, Our Scholarship Board, Universities Website)
I got accepted, can I relax now?
What is ABSOLUTELY NOT. At the end the of the school year you will have to send your final transcripts to you school. A school has the right to rescind their offer if your grades have slipped.
Do my parents have to help me with Financial Aid
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 won't even issue merit based scholarship without a FAFSA on file. It is also a Graduation Requirement.
These are two standardized tests that colleges accept as admission criteria
What are the SAT & the ACT. You can also be met with Texas College Bridge or TSIA2.
There is study prep on your Clever!
This is a graduation requirement in the State of Texas?
What is the FAFSA/TASFA
These are non negotiable and must be met throughout the college process.
what are deadlines; DCP, Scholarships, Applications
This is the date graduation for the class of 2025 will be held
what is Sunday May 25th
College and Career is by Appointment Only
FALSE! We are open from 7:00-3:30. If you are coming from a class it is important that you have a pass from that teacher or from us. We will never pull you from a core class and you must have something to work on when you come in.
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 or counselor recommendation
After any scholarships or loans, this is the amount I will be expected to pay to a school.
What is the Net Price (important- the net price is almost NEVER the same as the sticker price!)
If I plan on going to the Military or straight to the Work Force, should I still apply?
What is Yes! Regardless of what your plans are, we still encourage every senior to apply to at least one College or University. It never hurts to have a back up plan.
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/ACT definitely will not matter
FALSE! Depending on how you score on your tests you may choose to submit them as added value to your application. In some cases, scoring above certain benchmarks on the tests 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!!!!!
Join her remind! All of the advisors have been trying to add you to remind so if you are not joined yet visit her in College & Career to Join.
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)
I've gotten Acceptances, Scholarships or completed Financial Aid, what should I do now?
Come tell your College and Career Advisors! We are always excited to hear about your success'. Show and Submit proof to your Advisor and me featured on our instagram.