Applying to College-SENIOR TASKS
Applying to College-SENIOR TASKS
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This page will give students and families a step-by-step guide for applying to college from beginning to end.
GAP YEAR RESOURCES
Interested in a taking a gap year? Below are some resources that can help!
https://www.gapyearassociation.org/financial-aid.php
https://www.thebridgetofreedom.com/gap-year
I. Naviance and Common App
I. Naviance and Common App
Most of the college application process uses Naviance and/or Common App. Make sure you are able to log into Naviance as well as link your Naviance and Common App accounts. Videos on how to access Naviance and to link Naviance and Common App are below. You must first create a Common App account before you can link the two.
Click here to learn how to Access Naviance.
Click here to create a Common App account.
Click here to learn more about linking Naviance and Common App.
II. Research
II. Research
There are over 2,000 colleges and universities in the United States! It's important to choose the one that is right for you. It's also important to begin this search early so that students can work towards meeting the entry requirements. Use the resources below to being the college search!
Naviance Tools-SuperMatch and Build a College List
Find the right college for you!
III. College Essay
III. College Essay
The college essay is what can set a student apart from other applicants. Below are resources to help make it shine!
IV. Applying to College
IV. Applying to College
There are certain steps that must be taken when applying to college. Follow the steps below!
All college applications that a student submits must be tracked in Naviance. Watch the video below.
A. Edit your college list in Naviance
V. Requesting Transcripts
V. Requesting Transcripts
When a student needs their transcript sent to a college, there are a few steps to follow. If these steps are not followed, the transcript will not be sent.
Students must request a transcript to be sent through Naviance. Watch this video to show you how.
There are a few colleges that do not utilize Naviance (i.e. Bowie). Students must complete this Documentation Request Form to have their transcript sent to those specific colleges.
VI. Requesting Letters of Recommendation
VI. Requesting Letters of Recommendation
Seniors should have at least two letters of recommendation: one from an ACCE staff member and one from outside of ACCE (mentor, church, internship, job, etc...).
When requesting a letter of recommendation from an ACCE staff member, it must be requested through Naviance. Watch this video to show yow how.
VII. FAFSA
VII. FAFSA
One of the MOST important steps in the college application process is the financial aid process. Students must complete the FAFSA to receive financial aid. Below are some helpful resources to support students and families through this process. Please reach out to our CollegeBound Specialists for support!
FAFSA "Cheat" Sheet (Download form in order to use)
FAFSA Questions Overview (Spanish Version)
VIII. Scholarships
VIII. Scholarships
College is expensive! One way to offset the cost is to apply for scholarships. Apply to as many scholarships as possible! Use the resources below to find scholarships! ACCE's CollegeBound Specialists can support with scholarships as well!
When students receive scholarship money, please submit written documentation to your College Bound Counselor. Awarded scholarships have to tracked in Naviance.
https://student.naviance.com/colleges/scholarships (must be logged into Naviance to view)
https://www.collegeavestudentloans.com/blog/10-tips-for-scholarship-success/
https://www.princetonreview.com/college-advice/finding-college-scholarships
https://www.nshss.org/scholarships/tips-advice/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5r66yrBcGMs
http://www.collegescholarships.org/states/maryland.htm
College Board Opportunity Scholarship
IX. Making a Decision and Preparing for Next Steps
IX. Making a Decision and Preparing for Next Steps
After you make your admission decision....
Read your acceptance letter carefully!
You must notify each college or university that accepts you whether you are accepting or rejecting its offer.
You should make these notifications as soon as you have made a final decision as to the college you wish to attend, but no later than May 1. It is understood that May 1 will be the postmark date.
Enter your choice school in Naviance. Watch this video to show you how.
Remember that you will have to put a deposit down once you make a decision. Plan ahead now! $$$
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