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Getting Started with SchooLinks College Application Manager-PDF
Getting Started with SchooLinks College Application Manger-Video
How to use the School Search feature in SchooLinks (must be logged in your SchooLinks account to view)
How to Match your Common App and SchooLinks Accounts-written directions
How to request and track teacher recommendations in SchooLinks (must be logged in your SchooLinks account to view)
How to view college application transcript requests in SchooLinks-Video
How to view college application transcript requests in SchooLinks-PDF
How to request Non-College transcript requests in SchooLinks-PDF
Important Dates for Seniors
August 1, 2025: Most college applications open.
August 19, 2025: Counselors present to Senior Econ/Civics/American Agenda classes for postsecondary planning
August 20, 2025: Senior College Admission Night, 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. in the SCN Auditorium
September 17, 2025: Financial Aid Night, at St. Charles East High School - 6:30 p.m.- 8 p.m. in the Norris Cultural Arts Center
October 1, 2025: FAFSA opens
November 1, 2025: Most Early Action Deadlines; be sure to check your deadlines!
February 15, 2026: Typical filing deadline for FAFSA for colleges for best financial aid consideration
April 30, 2026: Final Transcript meetings with your counselor - MANDATORY
May 1, 2026: Decision Day, make your deposits and decide on your school
May 12, 2026: Grad Group Meetings after school - MANDATORY
May 15, 2026: Graduation Practice at 7:30 AM - MANDATORY
May 18, 2026: Graduation at 7:30 p.m. at NIU
Senior Meetings with your counselor open in August.
Use their QR Code (displayed outside the CCR) or click here to book!
AP Credit Policy Search
Your AP scores could earn you college credit or advanced placement (meaning you could skip certain courses in college). Use this tool (HERE) to find colleges that offer credit or placement for AP scores!
If you have any questions, please reach out to your counselor!
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