Applications

• Many colleges/universities use the Common App. This is one application that you can submit to multiple colleges and universities.

• If the college or university is not on the Common App, you will apply directly on their website.

Test Scores

• Test scores need to be sent directly through your ACT or College Board (SAT) account to each college/university that you apply to.

• Please note, many colleges/universities are going “test-optional”. This means you are not required to submit ACT/SAT scores. If you feel confident with your test scores, you can submit them.

Requesting transcripts & Recommendations

• All transcripts will be sent by your counselor through SchoolLinks. You must request your transcript to be sent to each college/university that you apply via SchoolLinks.

• Teacher recommendation letters will also be requested and sent through SchoolLinks.

Financial Aid/Scholarships

• Local Scholarships 

• The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), determines eligibility for need-based grants, loans, and scholarships. 

• Most scholarship money will come from the college or university you attend

• Make sure you are paying attention to application deadlines

• Check the schools’ financial aid/scholarship sites to make sure you are applying to any scholarships or aid that you are not automatically considered for with your admission application

• Hamilton Community Foundation Scholarship - opens in December each year

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