College Application Process

Michelle SoteloCentral Kitsap High School

Guidance Counselor

Michelle SoteloCentral Kitsap High School

Guidance Counselor

Rigorous classes, GPA, ACT/SAT test scores Grade Trends Initiative Motivation & Work Ethic Self-discipline Persistence/mastery Ability to overcome hardship Leadership Intellectual curiosity Creativity/resourcefulness Special talent

What are Colleges looking for in your application?

A Four Step Process

Complete

Obtain

Ask

Take

TAKE

Check the college website to see which test(s) are required

Check the college website to see which test(s) are required

...the SAT or ACT...the SAT or ACT

Be sure to have test scores sent to colleges

Be sure to have test scores sent to colleges

OBTAIN

Visit the College’s website EARLY in your Senior year to familiarize yourself with the application procedures

Visit the College’s website EARLY in your Senior year to familiarize yourself with the application procedures

…Application components…Application components

To find informationUse Counseling Center catalogsUse Internet resources such as the

WOIS website (www.wois.org)

To find informationUse Counseling Center catalogsUse Internet resources such as the

WOIS website (www.wois.org)

COMPLETE

…the Application…the Application

Print a copy for your recordssave copies of essayscreate a spreadsheet to track progress

Print a copy for your recordssave copies of essayscreate a spreadsheet to track progress

Complete the application ACCURATELY

Complete the application ACCURATELY

College Applications Checklist

This document can be found on the CKHS Counseling Department Website: http://www-ckhs.cksd.wednet.edu/STAFF/Counseling/index.htm

ASK

Official Transcripts

Student Data (Class Rank / GPA)

For the Common Application you’ll need:

School Reports

Mid-year Reports

Counselor and Teacher Recommendations

Official Transcripts

Student Data (Class Rank / GPA)

For the Common Application you’ll need:

School Reports

Mid-year Reports

Counselor and Teacher Recommendations

...for High School Info...for High School Info

ASK

Have a completed information sheet filled out

Have a completed information sheet filled out

…for Letters of Recommendation

…for Letters of Recommendation

Submit request (for counselor) with application form FOUR WEEKS before date needed

Submit request (for counselor) with application form FOUR WEEKS before date needed

Processing the Application

Do I mail it myself, or send it through the Counseling

Center?

Do I mail it myself, or send it through the Counseling

Center?

What gets mailed

and what is sent electronically?

What gets mailed

and what is sent electronically?

Two Types of Applications

Type B: those requiring an official high school transcript, school report, and/or counselor recommendation

Type A: those only requiring an official high school transcript

Complete the online application

Complete the online application

Type A: CWU, Evergreen College, EWU, WSU, WWU

Request an official transcript from your Counseling Tech. in the Counseling Office.

Allow 24-48 hours for processing.

Request an official transcript from your Counseling Tech. in the Counseling Office.

Allow 24-48 hours for processing.

Have SAT/ACT scores sent directly to the college

Have SAT/ACT scores sent directly to the college

Complete online application including the Core Subjects page

Complete online application including the Core Subjects page

Type A: University of Washington

Do not request official transcript. Request an unofficial transcript to complete the Core Subjects Coursework section.

Do not request official transcript. Request an unofficial transcript to complete the Core Subjects Coursework section.

Have SAT/ACT scores sent directly to UW.

Have SAT/ACT scores sent directly to UW.

Complete online application.

www.commonapp.orgStudent mails out

supplemental items.“Invite” counselor and

teachers to submit forms online and upload letter/transcript. Allow four weeks to process.

Complete online application.

www.commonapp.orgStudent mails out

supplemental items.“Invite” counselor and

teachers to submit forms online and upload letter/transcript. Allow four weeks to process.

Type B: Private Schools / Common Application

Type B: Private Schools /Type B: Private Schools /

Common Application

FAQ’SDoes it matter when I apply?What is the difference between early

decision and early action?Is it better to apply early?When will I hear back from schools?Once admitted to a college or

university, can a college withdraw an offer of admission?

Does it matter when I apply?What is the difference between early

decision and early action?Is it better to apply early?When will I hear back from schools?Once admitted to a college or

university, can a college withdraw an offer of admission?

Senior Checklist Stay focused on academics (rigorous classes and

grades)

Clean up Facebook account

Use an “appropriate” email address and monitor frequently

Retake SAT/ACT tests and send scores to colleges

Student athletes? Register with the NCAA clearinghouse

Schedule Admission Office interview if needed for private colleges

Senior Checklist (Continued)

Select a range of schools (safe, realistic, reach)

Open an “account” for each college application

Draft essays/short answers

Common app? “Invite” counselor and teachers for Secondary School Report and letter of recommendation forms

Attend upcoming events: PNACAC National College Fair 11/15 (Seattle Convention Center) Washington Colleges Fair at OC, November 29, 5:30-7:30 p.m. College rep “visits” at CKHS Campus “senior preview” days at some Colleges

Submit applications and supporting materials well before deadlines!

Junior Checklist

Take the PSAT Wed., Oct. 13th

Attend National College Fair Nov. 15th

Attend Washington Colleges Fair at OC, November 29, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Take the SAT and/or ACT in the Spring

Be aware of college entrance requirements as you register for next year’s classes (you’ll need 3 credits of math – at least through Algebra 2)

Sophomore Checklist

Take the PSAT Oct. 13th

Take the PLAN Nov. 17th

Visit Colleges and ask questionsPlan your courses carefully! For students graduating in 2013 or beyond, the

new CADR requires a 4th year of math taken in the senior year. This requirements may also be satisfied by successful completion of Precalculus in the junior year or enrollment in an algebra-based science course in the senior year.

Thank you for coming!

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