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Selecting Your Schools
Selecting Your Schools
Select at least 3 schools to apply to, as well as 1 safety school that you have guaranteed admission to.
Use the College/University Choice Worksheet to help you assess academic fit and categorize your colleges
Referencing the colleges' freshmen admission websites, map out your requirements using the College Application Checklist (make a copy)
Types of Applications
Types of Applications
Common Application - apply to more than 900 colleges & universities with one application
Coalition for College Access - apply to more than 150 colleges with one application
QuestBridge Application - apply to be partnered with a QuestBridge school that will commit to cover 100% of your cost of attendance for 4 years including travel
The Universal College Application - apply to a group of highly selective schools with one application
ApplyTexas - apply to 53 colleges & universities in Texas with one application
Individual college applications for schools located on that school's website
Standing Out
Standing Out
Keep track of your activities and achievements throughout high school using our Activity Spreadsheet for College Applications
Write a college essay that showcases your personality and skills using these tips. Write it early so that your English teacher can review it and give you feedback!
Pick the best people for your letters of recommendation. You want your personality to shine! Ask early and give your recommender ample time to write a glowing letter. Check out this video to help you decide who to choose!
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