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Finding the Perfect College
2013 and above: It's time to start thinking about the characteristics in a college you would want to attend. Pretend that you could create the perfect college; what type of school would be just right for you. As yourself:
- Where is this college located? (city, state or geographic location)
- What types of students go there? (religious, race or gender affiliations)
- What classes would you take?
- What type of social activities would be offered? (sports, clubs or off campus activities)
- How large is the college?
Once you answer these questions, enter these characteristics into the Discover Program to help you develop a list of colleges to research in more detail. Getting started early in identifying colleges you may be interested in attending will help take a lot of stress off you during your junior and senior years.
2012: Start your admissions applications as early as possible!
We know this is easier said than done; especially if you are involved in a fall sport or club. Set aside a little time each week to work on your admission applications. At this point you should:
- Have your college list finalized; knowing when your application is due (be sure to look at scholarship deadlines that may be earlier than the regular admission deadline).
- Have signed up for an upcoming SAT/ACT if you have not already taken it or are not satisfied with your scores
- Have already requested your teacher recommendations.
- If you have not completed one of these three steps; you need to set a side extra time to catch up! You do not want to be scrambling to get everything done last minute.
REMINDER: The deadline to register for the October 22nd ACT is September 16th; that is THIS Friday! If you plan to take this test, register today to avoid late fees.
Determining Your Priorities and More
2013 and above: As the new school year begins, it is important to manage your time wisely. Determine Your Priorities. You can’t do everything at once. Establish the importance of each item. Then set realistic goals that are attainable. Learn that It's Okay to Say No. If your friend asks you to go to a movie on a Thursday night and you have a test the next morning, realize that it's okay to say no. Keep your short- and long-term priorities in mind. Developing good time management skills now will allow them to become your normal habits and will help you succeed when you reach college.
2012: Many students have asked, What should I include in the “additional information” section of my college application? The answer is that many students leave this section blank or use it to provide straightforward information about something on their transcript that might raise a question, such as "I didn't take the second semester of French IV because it met at the same time as BC Calculus." You can also use this section to clarify points on your application that may not be clear and do not have room to fully explain. Simply type “see additional information section” into the explanation to direct the admissions officer to a more detailed explanation. This section is also the appropriate place to explain any blemishes on your high school record; academically or behaviorally.
REMINDER: The deadline to register for the October 1st SAT is This Friday, September 9th. Also, The ACT October 22nd test registration is September 16th; only a week away! If you plan to take either of these tests, register today to avoid late fees.
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