Regional Planning Template

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Applying to College

• In this session we will look at
• The importance of planning in the application
  process.
• Understanding the importance of timely
  applications
• Developing an awareness of the resources
  available to help with the application process

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Planning and Organization

• Entrance requirements differ for every college
• Pay close attention to the application forms to
  make sure you provide everything they need
• Jot down each colleges admission deadlines on a
  calendar or in a date book -- and consult it often

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The Pieces of an Application

• The Application Form
• Transcripts

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The Pieces of an Application

• SAT/ACT Test Scores
• Recommendations

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The Pieces of an Application

• The Essay
• The Interview

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Submitting and Getting a Reply

• Print and keep a copy of all applications
• While you wait, keep working hard at school
• Keep the college updated on any new events
• If you are accepted by your first-choice school
  GREAT!
• If you get accepted to more than one college be
  sure to follow up with the ones you arent
  attending
• If you arent accepted by any, find out why and
  fix it!

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Planning a College Education
Go to Choices Planner and click School Finder
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Getting to Know a College Better
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Planning a College Education
Review your Planning Activities
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Planning a College Education
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Planning a College Education
Click Parent Guide
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Summary

• The application process is all about
• Being organized
• Showing great attention to detail
• Familiarity with the different pieces of an
  application