College Admissions

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT COLLEGE

COLLEGE KNOWLEDGE

PRESENTATIONS & RESOURCES

How Many Colleges Should I Apply To?

The College Board did a lot of research which determined that students who apply to Four Or More colleges were more likely to find a better "fit."

Your college list should be full of:

Places you'd be happy to attend
Realistic matches to your academic and financial profile
Only a few "stretch schools" where you only have a small chance of admission or a realistic financial aid package

Sometimes experts recommend you break down your list into:

Foundation Schools - guaranteed admission (2 minimum)
Fit Schools - strong match between your academic profile and that of the college (2-3+)
Stretch Schools - admission is possible, but your academic profile is not as strong as the average admitted student (1-2+)

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Applying to Colleges and Universities

There are many types of college applications. Students are strongly encouraged to research each application options before they begin applying. The best source of any college admission information is through the college or university itself.

ApplyTexas is the application for the majority of Texas public Colleges/Universities.

Common Application is the National Common Application used for many private universities and

universities outside of Texas. * Many Texas universities are now using this application network as well.

Other institutions have their own applications process, which can sometimes be simpler than other application forums.

The components of your college application give admission officers an idea of who you are.

Not every college requires every one of these elements — for example, some colleges don’t ask for admission test scores or an essay. Please make sure you check the website for the College/University to which you are seeking admission.

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Checking Application Status

Follow up with the university admission office and/or student portal. Verify that all items are complete and no additional documents are required.

Check your email frequently!

Meet all deadlines!

MAKING A COLLEGE LIST

COLLEGE VISIT

Take a "College Day"

Students are allowed to take college days to learn about college campuses. College days do NOT count as absences or against exemptions, if form is returned. These visits allow students to finalize your college list and get a feel for the campus culture and environment. To take a college day, stop by the CRHS Attendance office to pick up a "college visit form" PRIOR to attending the college. Don't forget to have the Admission office sign your form before you leave.

Students are allowed:

2 college visit days in 11th grade

2 college visit days in 12th grade