11th Grade Information

Attend Spring College Night 

Join us on in the Auditorium to hear from a panel of current Myers Park Seniors who will be speaking candidly about their college search journeys.  Colleges will also be joining us to address certain questions, such as “Does Test Optional really mean Test Optional?” and “Do colleges really read my essay and if so, what is a “good” essay?” 2026 DATE COMING SOON

Start the College Search

Check out which college representatives are coming to visit MP and schedule an appointment with them through Naviance.

Go on college tours, research, and use Naviance to make a list of 8-12 schools that you want to apply to. Make sure you have a good mix of safety, target, and reach schools. 

Create a Resume

A resume will help when asking for teacher recommendations (see next step below). If you don’t have many things to list, use this as an opportunity to plan your Summer. Get a job, volunteer, or explore some new activities. Fill up your resume! 

Ask for Teacher Recommendations

Ask at least 2 teachers, in person, if they will write a recommendation for you. One of these teachers must teach a core subject. Provide your teachers with your resume or Senior Brag Sheet (attached). The more information they have, the better! 

Take the ACT/SAT

If your scores aren’t where you want them to be, use your Summer to study and retake the ACT/SAT.  Be sure to save your ACT/SAT login information, so you can send your scores in the Fall. 

Create a CFNC Account

Complete the NC Residency Determination form and save your RDS number. You will need this for The Common App! You can also use CFNC to explore colleges and research scholarships. 

Create a Common App Account

When you’ve completed the steps listed above, you can create your Common App Account. It will open on August 1st.  Go ahead and get to work on your essay! In the fall, you and your counselor will walk through The Common App during your Senior Meeting. 

Create a NCAA Account

This is for Athletes intending to play in college ONLY. Make sure you are registered with NCAA Eligibility Center.

Naviance

Log into Naviance and start to explore colleges and scholarships.  

Check out the Essay Prompts

  Click here or below for the essay prompts 

***Wait for Senior Year!

When Senior year starts, be on the lookout for information about Senior Night. We will review the college application process and answer any questions you may have.  We will also meet in the Fall for Senior Meetings. This is when we’ll review what you accomplished over the summer, discuss your class rank (run in September), and go over all the extra details! You will also receive your official transcript. If you need an unofficial transcript during the June or August, reach out to your counselor. Once you submit your applications, you will need to fill out the FAFSA to see if you qualify for financial aid. Applications for the FAFSA and most scholarships usually open in January.