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Quick Application Facts
Quick Application Facts
West Seneca West's CEEB Code: 331130
Term you are applying for: Fall 2026
Grading System / Term Type: Quarter
Class Size: 265
Class Rank: Available in student services
GPA Scale: 100
GPA Type: Weighted
Graduation Date: June 22, 2026
This is a short slideshow reviewing the general college application process.
This is an example spreadsheet you can copy and use to track your college application submissions.
Which Application Should I Use to Apply to College?
Which Application Should I Use to Apply to College?
1 application can be used for over 900 public and private colleges and universities across the world
Takes time to complete - set aside time to work!
Application fees vary by school
Used by all State of NY College and Universities
User friendly
$50 per school application fee
FREE SUNY APP WEEK - Submit up to 5 SUNY Applications for free from October 20th - November 3rd
Individual College Apps
Individual College Apps
Can be found on school and university websites
Application fees vary by school
2-Year Colleges
2-Year Colleges
Can help you obtain core course credits that you can transfer to a 4-year university or school or a certificate to gain employment in a trade
Allows you the flexibility to try different content areas for a cheaper cost than most 4-year schools to find a career path that suits you
Graduate with an Associate's Degree
Examples include SUNY Erie (ECC), Niagara County Community College (NCCC), and Genesee Community College (GCC)
If you are applying to SUNY Erie (ECC):
Apply at ECC.EDU for free!
If you use the SUNY App to apply to ECC you have to pay the $50 application fee
Trade Schools
Trade Schools
Enroll in very specific coursework that prepares you for a particular job
Many trade schools will help you find a job in the field after completing your training or connect you with the worker's union
Examples of trades include cosmetology, culinary arts, construction, electrical, machining, welding, automotive tech, and many others
Local trade schools include Alfred State, Northland Workforce Training Center, and Erie 1 BOCES adult education
Early Action Vs. Early Decision
Early Action Vs. Early Decision
Early action is a non-binding early round application. This means you are not obligated to attend if accepted by the university through Early Action. It indicates you are very interested in a school and is a benefit of applying early.
Early decision is a binding early round application where you sign a contract saying that you will attend the school if you are accepted. Only use this option for a school that is a clear first choice. If you are accepted to a university through early decision you must withdraw your other applications to any other universities you applied to.
Complete the Transcript Request Form to obtain an unofficial copy of or send your official transcript to colleges or scholarships.
Letters of Recommendation
Letters of Recommendation
Students requiring a Counselor or Teacher Recommendation will need to complete a brag sheet and submit a copy to their recommender at least 2 weeks before the recommendation letter is due. Not all colleges require this but many do; as do many scholarship applications.
When requesting a letter of recommendation, you should email the person you would like the letter from and attach a copy of the completed Brag Sheet to provide additional information that will enhance the quality and depth of your recommendation.
If you are using the Common App to apply to college, you will be prompted through the application to add your recommenders emails under the FERPA/Recommenders tab on your application. The Common App will send your recommenders a link via email to upload their letter directly to the application.
If you are using the SUNY App to apply, your counselor must upload a copy of your teacher recommendations through the counselor portal. You can either have your recommenders give you a copy of their letter and give that to your counselor or your recommenders may email their letters directly to your counselor to upload to your application.
Keep in mind that teachers are on break for the summer so if you are requesting letters of recommendation during that time, teachers may not get back to you until September.
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