College Application Guide

1. Login to SchooLinks using your LPHS Google Account

2. Click "Colleges>Application Manager" to set up your college applications in SchooLinks

*Overview of College Application Manager- The first time you use the College Application Manager, you will complete a FERPA waiver for SchooLinks.

3. Complete your Application (choose one method)

• 1. Common App

     1. The first time that you use the College Applications manager, you will need to connect your Common App account. (VIDEO HERE!)

     2. College-specific application

4. Check to see if you need Recommendation Letters

• Please only request a letter if it is REQUIRED for one of your colleges.

• If you need a letter, see the Letter of Recommendation page for instructions.

5. Send your Transcripts

• Official transcripts will be automatically requested in SchooLinks when a student adds a school to their College Application Manager. See the Transcript page for details.

• Self-report - NO official transcript is required to apply. Students will enter all their own classwork on the application.

6. Send your Test Scores

• Use your College Board (SAT) and/or ACT account to request that official score reports be sent to your colleges (if required)

• Many schools are now test-optional or will allow you to self-report your test scores. Check the college's website for details.

• See the Testing page for more information.