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The College Application Process. Outcomes. Be familiar with materials needed for college applications Understand the application process Be aware of the importance of detail. DuBois Area High School. Required Items Application Fee FEE WAIVERS SAT/ACT Scores Official Transcript.
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The College Application Process Outcomes • Be familiar with materials needed for college applications • Understand the application process • Be aware of the importance of detail DuBois Area High School
Required Items Application Fee FEE WAIVERS SAT/ACT Scores Official Transcript Additional Items Essay Letters of Recommendation Updated Resume Portfolio Interview Application Components
Applications • Check out the college’s website • Contact the Admissions Office • DAHS College Fair- Sept 25 8:30 am to 6:30 pm • Common Application 3 Apps Reach Realistic Safety
SAT ACT • October 11 • November 8 • December 6 • www.collegeboard.org • FEE WAIVERS AVAILABLE • October 25 • December 13 • www.act.org SEND SCORES DIRECTLY TO COLLEGES!
DEADLINES • Regular Decision – Apply by posted deadline, notified by Spring • Rolling admission – open application window – Apply and notified within 2-3 weeks • Early Decision • Apply by Nov, notified by Dec • Binding decision to attend if accepted • Apply to only 1 school early • Early Action • Apply by Nov, notified by Jan or Feb • Apply to only 1 school early • Confirm decision by spring
Official Transcript • Meet with your counselor to review your transcript • Check your GPA and class rank Submit your completed application with fee and request your official transcript
Letters of Recommendation • Solicit letters early • Ask varied sources • Provide an updated resume and “request card”
Essay • Why are you suited to attend their school? • Draft, Edit, and Finalize
Other Possible Requirements • Portfolio • Interview • Mid-year grade report • NCAA Clearinghouse Registration
Don’t Worry You’re NOT Alone • Keep your parents informed • Consult your counselor • Call the college admissions counselors Questions or comments?
DAHS Graduation Project • 2 Job Shadows • 10 Hours Community Service Grade 12 • Mrs. Young A238 • Career Plan • Resume • Letter of Recommendation • Work Samples from Core Courses and Elective • Presentation of Electronic Portfolio at Exit Interview
Other Options • Work Force • CareerLink Office • 371-0250 • Military • ASVAB – November 20 • Mall Recruiting Office