1. Welcome to this evenings program... The College Application Process “It is good to have an end to a journey; but it is the journey that matters in the end.”

2. Agenda Introduction/Admissions Overview Senior Timeline What counselors send to colleges Naviance Non-Electronic Applications Wrap up and questions

3. Definitions of Admission Options Non-Restrictive Application Plans Regular Decision Rolling Admission Early Action (EA) Priority Deadline Restrictive Application Plans Early Decision (I & II) Restricted Early Action

4. Rights and Responsibilities Before you Apply When You are Offered Admission If you are placed on a Wait/Alternate List Waiting for a decision…. Admit Deny Defer Waitlist Summer/January Admit

5. Senior Year To Do List September Review Transcript/Return to registrar if corrections need to be made Complete Junior Questionnaire Make appointments with teachers to discuss recommendations Register/take final round of SAT/ACT Send scores to colleges through collegeboard.com and actstudent.org Score Choice  New…Attend College Application Drop-In Days October 4 th & 6th (All Periods Room 245)

6. September – February Schedule an appointment with your counselor Review list of visiting colleges on Naviance Athletes – Register through NCAA Clearinghouse. Request a transcript from your counselor Art Supplements – Students are responsible for submitting all portfolio items. Visit colleges – this is an excused absence – submit a note to attendance

7. WHAT DO COUNSELORS SEND? Transcript Courses In Progress/First Quarter Grade Report/First Semester Grade Report/Final Grade Report Secondary School Report The CHS Profile Counselor Recommendation Teacher Recommendations

10. The CHS Profile CHS Profile

11. Student Services Student Services

12. Purchase Brown Envelope from Student Services for $5 Non-Electronic Applications

13. Non-Electronic Process Read all directions Proofread Download/print Counselor/School report and place in Brown Envelope. Make an appointment and deliver addressed packet to counselor

14. Penn State Applications Requires ONLY an appointment with your counselor. Do not purchase a brown envelope.

15. ___ Scholarships Complete the applications according to the directions Purchase a brown envelope, address, and place all application materials inside. Financial Aid Evening Program November 30 th 7:00 pm

16. THINGS TO REMEMBER Know Your Application Deadline!!! Plan To Meet With Your Counselor 15 School Days Prior To The Application Deadline

17. Helpful Hints Plan ahead Focus on what is best for YOU Prioritize Stay organized Be open minded Keep a sense of humor Ask for help Have fun

18. REMEMBER………… College Acceptance is NOT a trophy to be won, but a match to be made.