College and Career

"The whining schoolboy, with his satchel/ And shining morning face,

creeping like a snail/ Unwillingly to school"

Shakespeare, As You Like It

Applying to Colleges/Universities

Click on the following for resources to assist you in the college application process:

bestcolleges.com

veritasprep.com

NACAC

collegescholarships.com

collegeadmissionbook.com

College Essay Tips and Resources

What Makes a College Essay Great

3 Sample Essays (Scroll down the article to the actual essays.)

Choosing a Topic That Will Work (Think outside the grandiose box.)

Finding Your Defining Qualities

How to Write Anecdotes Effectively

How to Find Your Essay Voice

Crafting an Unforgettable College Essay

8 Tips for Crafting Your Best College Essay

College Essay Advisors

When Application Essay "Help" Crosses a Line

Transcripts

For a transcript, visit Student Services at AK, or visit the CMS website HERE

Planning a Career or Trade Path

CPCC has a variety of programs both for students seeking an associate's degree, students who may want to go on to a four-year college later (check out the Passport Program), and students who are interested in going into careers and trades.

For a layout of their varied trade and college options, go HERE.

Interviewing Tips

Knight Time Round 3: Interviewing and More