COLLEGE PLANNING
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Upcoming Presentations & Events at OFHS
College Application Workshop Series Flier
Virtual College/Career Planning Workshops from LEAF
College Application Series: College & Coffee - Wednesday, September 10, 2025: Room 606 @ 7 PM
An informative session for parents on the college application process including how to apply, order transcripts and test scores, letters of recommendation and Naviance. Parents of all grades are welcome, but most ideal for senior parents. *Seniors have a comparable lesson during PLC day on September 3rd. Presentation Recording 9/10/25
College Application Series: Common Application/Essays - Wednesday, September 17, 2025: Room 606 @ 7 PM
Get guidance on how to complete the Common Application and write a winning college/scholarship essay. This workshop will be interactive and students should bring their Chromebooks. All grades are welcome, but the workshop is most applicable to current seniors. Presentation Recording 9/17/25
College Application Series: Financial Aid- Wednesday, September 24, 2025: Room 606 @ 7 PM
Learn about the financial aid process (FAFSA) and scholarships from the financial aid experts at LEAF. Parents and students in all grades are welcome, but most ideal for juniors/seniors and parents.
PSAT 8/9 and PSAT/NMSQT - Thursday, October 23, 2025
The PSAT 8/9 is given to all current 9th grade students to provide students and families an benchmark college and career readiness score. Students do not need to register or pay for this test. The PSAT/NMSQT is offered to 10th and 11th grade students for fee. Taking this test provides more practice for a college admissions exam and will track progress towards college and career readiness. 11th grade students will also be entered into the National Merit scholarship program based on their performance on the PSAT/NMSQT exam. 10th and 11th grade students must register and pay the fee for their exam. More information will be available for registration in the fall.
CCP Information Night - Thursday, January 8, 2026: High School Auditorium @ 7 PM
Learn about Ohio's dual enrollment program in which students in grades 7-12 take challenging college coursework and earn high school and college credit at the same time. The program is FREE for eligible students. Olmsted Falls High School partners with Lorain County Community College, Cuyahoga Community College and Cleveland State University.
Junior Parent Pathway Night - Thursday, January 22, 2026: Room 606 @ 7 PM
Information for parents of students who are preparing for college applications, vocational school and military. We will discuss the different pathways, financial aid what you and your student should be doing between junior and senior year. Parents and students in all grades are welcome, but most ideal for juniors/parents.
ACT Test Prep Classes through the Kelly MacLean Achievement Center
Dates and registration link TBD.
ACT Testing for all JUNIORS - Tuesday, March 10, 2026
The State of Ohio provides all juniors with the opportunity to sit for a college placement exam for FREE. Juniors do not need to register or pay for this test. The test is the official ACT and can be used for college admissions and scholarships. Students are responsible for bringing number pencils and a calculator. More information will be sent out to juniors and their families prior to testing.
Tri-C Freshman Day - Date TBD
This is an opportunity for seniors planning to attend Tri-C next year. Students will go an a trip to the Westshore Campus and complete their freshman orientation. Students meet with their college advisor, schedule their courses and get their college ID. They will be all set for their first semester of college. The college is able to accommodate up to 20 students. Registration is first come first serve.
25-26 College Fair Schedule
NEED HELP PAYING FOR COLLEGE?
WE HAVE FREE FINANCIAL AID SERVICES
LEAF will be conducting in-person FAFSA advising appointments at OFHS. This is a free service available to senior families. Call the Guidance Office to make your appointment today! 440-427-6116.
Looking for a scholarship? Check your Naviance account. The Guidance Department updates the Scholarship List regularly AND you have access to the National Scholarship Search which has access to over 3 million scholarships. Additional scholarship site are located in the links section of of this college planning page.
College and Scholarship Essay Help - Available through the OFHS Writing Lab
College Planning Timelines Per Grade Level
COLLEGE APPLICATION TIMELINE: GRADE 9
Pick the right mix of classes.- Create a 4 year high school plan.
Think about possible careers - take career interest assessments and research options in Naviance
Get involved in extracurricular activities.
Take the PSAT 8/9 to get a baseline for college readiness.
Make the grade.
Consider a college savings plan.
Build your credentials.
Start learning about college.
Make summer count: Look for a job, internship or volunteer position
COLLEGE APPLICATION TIMELINE: GRADE 10
Take the practice PSAT/NMSQT to determine progress for college readiness.
Stay on track with your courses.
Begin to learn about the college admissions process.
Attend college and career fairs
Continue to explore potential careers - take career assessments and research careers in Naviance.
Participate in extracurricular activities.
Consider AP or CCP classes for junior year if appropriate.
Participate in summer experiential activities.
Make summer count: Look for a job, internship or volunteer position
COLLEGE APPLICATION TIMELINE: GRADE 11
Identify career goals/use the NAVIANCE career and college planning system
Identify important college characteristics: Complete SuperMatch college sort in NAVIANCE
Be realistic – Review the admissions requirements (GPA and test scores) for schools of interest
Research at least 5-8 schools and narrow your choices by making college visits
Take the ACT and/or SAT this spring and summer
ACT – www.actstudent.org
SAT – www.sat.org/register
COLLEGE APPLICATION TIMELINE: GRADE 12
Register for fall administration of ACT and/or SAT if necessary
Apply early – be aware of deadlines. Complete applications prior to Thanksgiving break or earlier
Make college visits and meet with college representative visiting OFHS
Complete FAFSA starting October 1st
Complete scholarship applications
CHECK OUT OUR COLLEGE/MILITARY REP VISIT CALENDAR:
Students are welcome to sign-up for a College or Military Representative visit by logging into their Naviance account, clicking on the "Colleges Link" and scrolling down to the "College Visit" link. Visits may be in-person or virtual depending on the preference of the college. Most visits occur September - November.
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