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College Planning Tools
College Planning Tools
Login Organizer - Make a copy!
Application Deadlines Organizer
Option #1- Make a copy!
Option #2- Make a copy!
10 Steps- Applying to College
10 Steps- Applying to College
1. Create list of schools you plan to apply; Write down your deadlines for each school (are you choosing an early deadline or regular deadline)
2. Are you planning to retake the ACT or take the SAT? See dates and deadlines to register online here. Consider all the dates and deadlines and make sure you will have scores in time to meet college deadlines. Looking for Test Optional schools? Check out fairtest.org.
3. If you are applying to any North Carolina school, complete the RDS (Residency) process to verify in state tuition. Use this RDS Checklist to help gather the necessary information needed.
4. Set up a FSA ID for student and at least one parent. Will need both when you complete your FAFSA. Use this FSA ID handout to help you remember!
5. Complete your FAFSA! This is free so you can apply for financial aid. *Opens in December 2023 for the class of 2024!
6. Choose which application method you need
- Choose Application Hub with CFNC if all your schools are in North Carolina
- Choose Common App if multiple schools you want use it or require it (this is not for every college)
- Choose individual college websites, if you cannot use the above options
*Keep logins (username/passwords) safe and somewhere you will remember
7. Make sure to request your transcript is sent. See Ms. Tracie in Guidance and fill out the Transcript Request Form.
8. Check to make sure you have all application components in by application deadline (recommendations, transcripts, test scores, etc.)
9. Look for scholarships and apply to as MANY as you can! See Scholarship page for more information.
10. Check your email DAILY. Once you apply colleges will send you emails with reminders and important information. You may consider using a personal email since the school email will go away quickly after you graduate. Be sure to keep your emails and email address appropriate.
Need Extra Help with Applying to College?
Need Extra Help with Applying to College?
Request an appointment with your counselor- email is easiest!
Sarah Shawver (School Counselor) - sshawver@tcsnc.org
Hallie Moore (Academic Counselor) - hmoore@tcsnc.org
New and Updated Spanish Services Resources:
New and Updated Spanish Services Resources:
College and Career Planning Guide Spanish / Guía de estudios universitarios y planificación de carreras
Comparing FAFSA and RDS to Prepare for College / Navegando FAFSA y RDS para Prepararse para la Universidad
College Checklist/ Lista de acciones para Asistir a la Universidad
Check out more information under the Senior Information page
Don't forget to check Residency Status using Residency Determination Service (RDS)
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