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Common App
Common App
Apply to college for the first time or transfer to complete your degree. Navigate your entire college application journey with Common App. If your dream school is not on the Common App, don't worry—you can apply directly on the college's website! Click HERE to get started and learn more!
Your Path to College: Discover checklists and advice to help you stay on track with your college preparation.
Step-by-Step Guide: This guide walks you through building and submitting your first-year application through the Common App.
First-Year Toolkit: Find information on everything from completing the activities section to getting letters of recommendation and more.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
What is the FAFSA® form?
Colleges and career schools use the FAFSA form to determine how much financial aid you're eligible to receive, which could include grants, scholarships, work-study funds, and loans. You must apply for aid every year, but with the right information in hand, it's easy.
Not sure if you'll need assistance for FAFSA or CSS? No worries! Fill out this form: forms.gle/RHD9HmtQHddzCLCG8
Lettersmith: Intend 2 Intend (I2A)
Lettersmith: Intend 2 Intend (I2A)
Lettersmith is a digital tool developed by the Center for Academic Innovation (CAI) to help people write professional communications, including cover letters and emails. With I2A, Lettersmith is expanding to support high school students as they draft, revise, and write materials for their post-high school and college applications. Click HERE to visit their website!
Lettersmith flyer (double sided).pdfBrag sheet
Brag sheet
Brag sheets are a way for you to help your counselor and teachers write letters of recommendation. These forms give them more insight into who you are outside of school and your interests. Fill out this form, and share it with your counselor and teachers when you ask them for a letter of recommendation!
COLLEGE MADE BRAG SHEET.docxLetters of Recommendation
Letters of Recommendation
Colleges use recommendations to learn more about how you’ve already proven your skills, qualities, and talents. You, the applicant, are responsible for choosing appropriate people to provide recommendations on your behalf. Use this guide to show how to request a letter of recommendation!
Raise Scholars-Toolkit_Recommendation-Letters.docxScholarships
Scholarships
Scholarships are granted money that helps pay for college that does not have to be paid back. Scholarships can come from colleges, companies, nonprofits, foundations, community organizations, and individuals and are based on different variables (academics, community service, financial need, career interest, etc).
Before applying to a scholarship, consider:
Do you qualify for this scholarship?
What is the deadline?
What do I need (an essay, resume, letter or rec., etc.)?
Scholarship Websites & Calculating Expenses (1) (1).pdf
2026 Fall Schedule: Looking Ahead
2026 Fall Schedule: Looking Ahead
As you move through your senior year, there will be a lot to keep track of as you prepare for life after high school. Throughout the year, focus on college applications, financial aid, scholarships, and making informed decisions about your future.
In the fall, prioritize building your college list, completing applications, requesting letters of recommendation, writing essays, submitting the FAFSA and CSS Profile when required and taking advantage of college rep visits, campus tours, and application opportunities such as Early Action and Early Decision.
During winter/spring, shift your focus toward finishing strong academically, reviewing admission decisions and financial aid offers, applying for additional scholarships, comparing your college options, and making your final decision. Remember to stay organized, pay attention to deadlines, ask questions, and use your support system.
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