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