1. The College Application Process DuBois Area High School Outcomes Be familiar with materials needed for college applications Understand the application process Be aware of the importance of detail

2. Application Components Required Items Application Fee –FEE WAIVERS SAT/ACT Scores Official Transcript Additional Items Essay Letters of Recommendation Updated Resume Portfolio Interview

3. 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 1.Reach 2.Realistic 3.Safety

4. SAT ACT October 11 November 8 December 6 –www.collegeboard.orgwww.collegeboard.org FEE WAIVERS AVAILABLE October 25 December 13 –www.act.orgwww.act.org SEND SCORES DIRECTLY TO COLLEGES!

5. 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

6. 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

7. Letters of Recommendation Solicit letters early Ask varied sources Provide an updated resume and “request card”

8. Essay Why are you suited to attend their school? Draft, Edit, and Finalize

9. Other Possible Requirements Portfolio Interview Mid-year grade report NCAA Clearinghouse Registration

10. Don’t Worry You’re NOT Alone Keep your parents informed Consult your counselor Call the college admissions counselors Questions or comments?

11. 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

12. Other Options Work Force –CareerLink Office 371-0250 Military –ASVAB – November 20 –Mall Recruiting Office