Are you ready?

COLLEGE IS ALMOST HERE

WHERE DO I START RIGHT NOW?

Research and visit!

Career

Choices Degree Options Size of the College Distance from Home Cost of Attendance Services and Activities Your college choice should fit most of your requirements!

RESOURCES TO HELP NARROW THE LIST

A career interest finder to show what careers match up with certain character traits:
http://career.missouri.edu/students/majorscareers/skills-interests/career-interest-game/ http://www.high-school.devry.edu/personalityprofile/questions.htm

A tool to help find colleges that fit your needs:

https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/collegesearch?navid=gh-cs

NEXT YEAR: THE COLLEGE APPLICATION

Where are the applications?

www.clevelandstatecc.edu www.utc.edu http://www.ttcathens.edu/ttca-application

How much information do I need to provide? How much does it cost? The amount of the application fees vary from $10 to $100. Dont let these surprise you. Save now so you can apply to all your desired schools.

THE COLLEGE APPLICATION

College Essays

Does every application require one? Who should proofread it? Tip: Do not overly exceed the word limit for the essays. They put a maximum for a reason; the admission team wants to see if you can make your point concisely and thoroughly.

THE COLLEGE APPLICATION

The Common Application www.commonapp.org

An

application that is used by over 450 colleges nationwide Some TN schools that accept it are: Belmont University, Lipscomb University, The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, and Vanderbilt University Only complete one Common Application and send it to any of the schools that accept it

THE ADMISSION CHECKLIST

This includes the many other items and documents colleges require with an application
transcripta current one and a final graduation ACT/SAT scoressend them all; some schools SUPERSCORE Immunization Recordscheck with your healthcare provider or the health department; an immunization or two may be required Other college-specific documentation
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THE ADMISSION CHECKLIST

Checklist Tip
Always

read the letters and emails from the schools to which you have applied. Typically, the school will update you on outstanding admission materials, and if you throw them away or delete them you may miss a deadline.

ADMISSION DEADLINES
Application deadlines differ at each school. Some are very early (UTK is Dec. 1) while others have rolling admission. General Rule: Complete and turn in all admission documentation by May 1st; this is the National Decision Deadline Paying your deposit: Your deposit secures your spot at your chosen college. The amounts of this deposit vary, and there is typically a deadline. (Not all schools require a deposit)

DEADLINES

Consider your options and interests!

Most institutions offer internal scholarships which typically require a separate application. CSCC offers substantial institutional scholarships, and the deadline is March 1st. The applications are found online at the Financial Aid page. Ask your admission counselor if youre not sure. Dont miss out because you never researched funding or activities. (Ex. athletic tryout dates, housing, and Honors programs)

OVERVIEW

Dont procrastinate!
Start

researching and visiting schools NOW! Be aware of your schools deadlines so you dont miss out. Colleges are not sympathetic to forgetful students. Use your college days. Every college offers a campus visit or open house day. Bring your family and/or friends along to help you make the right decision.

OVERVIEW
Complete the entire admission process for at least 2 different schools. Circumstances change, so always have a back-up plan. Finish everything by May so you can enjoy your summer!

QUESTIONS?