Preparing for College Seniors www.Counseling.CopperHIllsHigh.org Scholarship Opportunities | Websites to search | College Guides | Tips & Resources Visit college campuses Maintain good standing in school—GPA counts! Volunteer Acquire Leadership Skills Complete scholarship applications—apply! Join Clubs Prepare portfolio—list accomplishments, cop- ies of certificates earned, service hours, awards earned, activities of involvement, etc. Retake ACT/SAT (October last best time) Fill out FAFSA (October 1st) Apply for colleges Compare financial aid awards and decide on college—meet with college advisor (academic and financial aid) Choose housing Send final transcript Get a job (opt.) Send Thank You letters to scholarship providers Make final college choice Index Score Your GPA and ACT score matter. Great scholarships are earned by having a high Index Score—review what is needed at your intended college and maintain your good standing throughout high school. EXPLORE YOUR COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES! Visit college campuses, talk to friends and family, visit college websites. Begin early to have a solid plan for your future. Beware of Scams! No scholarship or search should cost you money. Do not provide credit card informaon. If you’re suspicious of an offer, it’s usually with good reason. SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH Most scholarships are for seniors, so there is something out there for you! Start applying and exploring options. Notify the Scholarship Desk of offers received. Scholarships mainly consist of the following elements: Essays Letters of Recommendation GPA & ACT/SAT Scores Financial Need Community Involvement Leadership Experience Grades Matter! SENIOR TIMELINE: WHAT SHOULD YOU BE DOING THIS YEAR? Text @chhs20grzl To 81010 For Alerts
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