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College Application
Process
Michelle SoteloCentral Kitsap High School
Guidance Counselor
Michelle SoteloCentral Kitsap High School
Guidance Counselor
University of Washington: 31,608 applications. 17,450 admitted. 55% admit rate (68% were WA students).
Boston University: 52,705 applications. 3,825 accepted. Average GPA = 3.59. Average SAT score = 1930. Average ACT = 29.
Pitzer College: 4,115 applications. 253 enrolled. Average GPA = 3.85.
Stanford: 42,167 applications. 2,145 admitted = 5.1% admit rate.
COLD HARD FACTS
Record-breaking
number of applicatio
ns last year
Rigorous classes, GPA, ACT/SAT test scores
Grade Trends Initiative Motivation & Work Ethic Self-discipline Persistence/mastery Ability to overcome
hardship Leadership Intellectual curiosity Creativity/
resourcefulness Special talent
What are Colleges looking for in your application?
Application Procedures
Request OFFICIAL transcripts in the Counseling Office by completing a transcript request form
and/or
Sign the clipboard on Mrs. Merley’s desk to release your transcripts electronically.
If applying through Common Application, be sure to sign the clipboard, as your transcript will up uploaded electronically.
*Do NOT send transcripts to UW or EWU upon application.
Who do I ask?How many do I need?How are they sent?
Request letters of recommendation from teachers/counselor at least FOUR WEEKS in advance of the due date.
Be concise. Tell a story, but be appropriate if using humor. Often times, this is your only opportunity to let
your voice be heard by admissions officers. Share new information about who you are as a
person, not a regurgitation of your resume. Write it, come back to it and have others read it
before you send it. Proofread over and over again before you hit
submit!
Mr. McCarthy is presenting tonight on writing your College Essay (Session 3 in Rm. 204)
Visit the College’s website EARLY in your Senior year to familiarize yourself with the application procedures
Visit the College’s website EARLY in your Senior year to familiarize yourself with the application procedures
To find information:• Use Counseling Center catalogs• Use Internet resources such as the
WOIS website (www.wois.org) & BigFuture.org
To find information:• Use Counseling Center catalogs• Use Internet resources such as the
WOIS website (www.wois.org) & BigFuture.org Meet with your Counselor to:
• Get your Class Rank and GPA• Discuss where you’re applying and
request School Report to be completed and/or Recommendation.
Meet with your Counselor to:• Get your Class Rank and GPA• Discuss where you’re applying and
request School Report to be completed and/or Recommendation.
College Applications Checklist
This document can be found on the CKHS Counseling Department Website: http://www-ckhs.cksd.wednet.edu/STAFF/Counseling/index.htm
Check College websites to see what tests are required
Be sure to have test scores sent to colleges by including up to four schools on your initial test registration
Application Decision Types
Regular Decision Deadline is set (not binding)
Early Action Apply early (not binding)
Early Decision (II) Apply early (binding)
Priority Chosen applicants will be notified, some application requirements waived (not binding)
Rolling Admission Take applications all year (not binding)
Three Types of Applications
Type C: those requiring an official high school transcript, school report, and teacher/counselor recommendation(s)
Type A: those only requiring an official high school transcript
Type B: those requiring you to self-report your high school grades
Complete the online applicationComplete the online application
Type A: CWU, Evergreen College, WSU, WWU
Request an official transcript from your Counseling Tech. in the Counseling Office. Allow 24-48 hours for processing.
Request an official transcript from your Counseling Tech. in the Counseling Office. Allow 24-48 hours for processing.
Have SAT/ACT scores sent directly to the college
Have SAT/ACT scores sent directly to the college
Complete online application including the Core Subjects page
Complete online application including the Core Subjects page
Type B: University of Washington & Eastern Washington University
Do not request official transcript. Request an unofficial transcript to self-report your coursework completed.
Do not request official transcript. Request an unofficial transcript to self-report your coursework completed.
Have SAT/ACT scores sent directly to UW or EWU.
Have SAT/ACT scores sent directly to UW or EWU.
Complete online application. www.commonapp.orgDon’t forget supplemental
items!“Invite” counselor and
teachers to submit forms online and upload letter/transcript. Allow four weeks to process.
Sign the yellow clipboard in the Counseling Office to allow transcripts to be released electronically.
Complete online application. www.commonapp.orgDon’t forget supplemental
items!“Invite” counselor and
teachers to submit forms online and upload letter/transcript. Allow four weeks to process.
Sign the yellow clipboard in the Counseling Office to allow transcripts to be released electronically.
Type C: Private Schools (Gonzaga, PLU, Saint Martin’s, SPU, SU, Puget Sound, Whitman,
Whitworth)
Type B: Private Schools /Type C: Common Application - Gonzaga, PLU, Saint Martin’s, SPU, SU, Puget Sound,
Whitman, Whitworth
Document transfer services
Over 500 Colleges use this application
Certain colleges use this as an additional way to submit
transcripts, school profiles and letters of recommendation.
Please choose ONE!
Processing the Application
Do I mail it myself,or send it through the Counseling Center?
Do I mail it myself,or send it through the Counseling Center?
What gets mailed and what is sent electronically?
What gets mailed and what is sent electronically?
Does it matter when I apply?What is the difference between early
decision and early action?Is it better to apply early?When will I hear back from schools?Once admitted to a college or
university, can a college withdraw an offer of admission?
Does it matter when I apply?What is the difference between early
decision and early action?Is it better to apply early?When will I hear back from schools?Once admitted to a college or
university, can a college withdraw an offer of admission?
FAQ’S
Stay focused on academics (rigorous classes and grades)
Clean up Facebook account
Use an “appropriate” email address and monitor frequently
Retake SAT/ACT tests and send scores to colleges
Student athletes? Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center
Schedule Admission Office interview if needed for private colleges
Senior Checklist
Select a range of schools (safe, realistic, reach)
Open an “account” for each college application
Draft essays/short answers
Common App? “Invite” counselor and teachers for Secondary School Report and letter of recommendation forms
Attend upcoming events: Fall Evening College Fair @ O.C. on 10/21 @ 5:30 p.m. PNACAC National College Fair 10/31 & 11/1 @ Washington
State Convention Center Financial Aid Night @ CKHS on 11/25 @ 6:30 p.m. in the
Theatre College representative visits at CKHS Campus “senior preview” days at some Colleges
Submit applications and supporting materials well before deadlines!
Senior Checklist (Continued)
Take the PSAT Wed., Oct. 15th - $17 Sign up tonight with Mrs. Conner!
Attend National College Fair Oct. 31 / Nov 1
Take the SAT and/or ACT in the Spring
Plan your courses carefully and be sure to do well in your classes this year! This year is what Colleges will use as your final grades to base their admissions decisions upon.
Junior Checklist
Questions?
Please come to
the Question &
Answer
Session 3 in
Rm. 201
Please come to
the Question &
Answer
Session 3 in
Rm. 201
Tonight’s Agenda
We hope you enjoy your evening! Juniors, see Mrs. Conner to sign up for the PSAT!
Session I : 6:45-7:05 University of Washington Theater WSU Library WWU Rm. 301 PLU Rm. 302 Olympic College Rm. 304 Seattle University Rm. 303 EWU Rm. 305 CWU Rm. 308
Tonight’s Agenda
We hope you enjoy your evening! Juniors, see Mrs. Conner to sign up for the PSAT!
Session II : 7:10-7:30 University of WashingtonTheater WSU Library WWU Rm. 301 PLU Rm. 302 Olympic College Rm. 304 Seattle University Rm. 303 EWU Rm. 305 CWU Rm. 308 ROTC/Military Academy Career Center Scholarship Opportunities Rm. 205
Tonight’s Agenda
We hope you enjoy your evening! Juniors, see Mrs. Conner to sign up for the PSAT!
Session III : 7:35-7:55 Q & A College Application Procedures Rm. 201 NCAA Eligibility & College Athletics Rm. 202 College Essay Writing Rm. 204 Scholarship Opportunities Rm. 205 College Admissions Testing Rm. 301 Choosing a College Rm. 302 ROTC/Military Academy Career Center