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The College Application

William's Experience

I was fortunate to have parents, siblings, and counselors who could help me with my Application. Unfortunately, I did not take the time to act on their good advice.

 

Solutions for Time Management

It is most important to plan ahead, and ask yourself . . .

WHAT are all of the things I need to do to complete a college Application and what are the resources I will need?

By WHEN do I need to have each part of the Application process complete?

HOW will I complete the Application and how will I obtain the resources I need?

 

Example of College Requirements

Time Management for Underclassmen

Start looking at college requirements early. Make sure you have taken all the standardized tests and classes that are required for the schools in which you are interested.

Time Management for Senior Year

• - Summer between Junior and Senior Year
  • -Think about recommendations and financial aid forms
  • -Look over the application and take inventory of what needs to be done
  • -Start working on essays
• -First Semester
  • -Start “recruiting” teachers to write recommendations
  • -Finish essays and Applications
  • -Let teachers proofread essays and provide feedback
• -Make sure your school is taking care of transcripts  

Tips for Time Management

Plan Ahead

Create a Game Plan

Enjoy the Process

Other Helpful Tips

• -Utilize sources intended to help prepare applicants for the process
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  • -The Common Application
    • This is a non-profit organization that provides a sample Application online for students to complete and submit
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    -Essay Edge
    • This site provides sample college Application essays and can be helpful to practice with before writing the essays one will actually submit
  
  

 

• • This page written by William Decosimo and Caroline Kuttner

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