1) Complete the Application

You can find the application on the college's admission website. If the application requires an essay, make sure to review College Board's 8 Tips for Crafting Your Best College Essay.

2) Pay the Application Fee

If you are on free/reduced lunch, you may request that your counselor send an application fee waiver to colleges of which you have applied. Please contact your counselor once you have finished your application.

3) Send your Transcript

Once you have completed the application, complete a transcript request form located in the counseling office.

4) Send your ACT Scores

At Fordland, your transcript includes your ACT score. However, some schools require that your ACT score be sent directly from ACT. You can use the (4) free score report choices when you register for the ACT, or send them directly from ACT's website for $12 per institution.

• Use a personal email address when applying to colleges NOT your Fordland schools email address. Make sure it is appropriate and professional.

• Ask someone to proofread your application before submitting it.

• For information on admission requirements and applying for a particular college/university visit the website of the school you are interested in. When visiting a college or university webpage look for links that say "undergraduate", "admissions", or "future students".

• If you have questions or need help with the process or if you are not able to find the information that you are looking for please visit Mrs. Carroll. There are brochures, degree catalogs, information about college visits, applications, and more from several colleges and universities in the counseling office. You may also apply for colleges and universities in the counseling office.

• The earlier you apply to a college/university the more likely you are to be accepted and receive scholarships. It is VERY important that you check the university/college deadlines before your senior year begins so you do not miss any important dates.

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