Applying to College
How many schools can you apply Early Decision?
What is the FERPA waiver?
By signing it - you allow the school to send records, transcripts, etc.
When does the FAFSA come out?
October 1st
When should I start writing my college essay?
Summer before Senior Year
When is the next SAT? And what is the registration deadline?
Registration Deadline: July 28th
How many teacher letters of recommendations should you have?
2
How many activities can I put on the Common App?
10
What year does the FAFSA use for your parents' taxes?
2021
Is the College Essay the same as an essay for high school?
NO
What is the difference between a state and private college/university?
The funding source for state schools comes from the state. And private colleges comes from endowments, etc.
When does the Common Application come out for the Class of 2023?
August 1st
Who do I ask for my class rank, GPA, etc.?
School Counselor or School Secretary
True or False - if you apply Early Decision to a college and get accepted but cannot afford to attend - you can decline the offer.
Who should I ask to review my Essay?
English Teacher, Parent, School Counselor, etc.
As many as you would like
What is the universal deadline to enroll in the college you chose to attend?
May 1st
True or False - I apply by submitting my application to all of my colleges at the same time.
FALSE
What is the CSS Profile?
It is a form generated by the College Board that is used by some private colleges to ask additional financial information about your family.
True or False - I should write more about myself than the story I am speaking about.
TRUE
If you applied Early Action or Early Decision - which month should you be hearing about your possible acceptance?
DECEMBER
I have a question about the application - what do I do?
Call or email the admissions office
Do I have to wait for my teachers and School Counselor to submit their information before I can submit my application?
NO
The cost that you see for a college is the actual cost you will pay. True or False?
False
How will I be feeling when I am 100% done with my college essay??????
HAPPY, EXCITED, PROUD, EXHAUSTED, etc.
What does deferred mean?