Resources for Seniors

 

 College Planning Newsletter for Parents 

 

Application Resources:

• 2018-19 College Application Survival Guide 
• How do I send my initial transcript (Coming August 2018)

Common Application Resources: 

• List of Common Application Members
• Common Questions About the Common Application 
• How to Request Recommendations in the Common Application 
• Videos on how to complete the Common Application: 
  • Profile
  • Family
  • Education
  • Testing
  • Activities 
  • Writing

Coalition Application Resources:

• List of Coalition Application Members
• Coalition Application Tips 
• How to Request Recommendations in the Coalition Application 
• Videos on how to complete the Coalition Application:
  • Starting The Coalition Application
  • Requesting Transcripts & Recommendations
  • Submitting Applications

 

Essay Writing Resources:

• Common Application Essay Prompts
• Coalition Application Essay Prompts
• Understanding the Essay Prompt
• Brainstorming and Drafting the Essay
• Tips for Effective Essay Writing

 

 

 Presentation, "Kick-off to College Applications" (Coming August 2018)

 

Senior Financial Aid Night: 

• 9/20/18 Senior Financial Aid PowerPoint Presentation (Coming September 2018)

 

Other Financial Aid Resources:

• Making College Affordable
• How to complete the FAFSA
• Need-based Financial Aid Programs 
• ACM "Financial Aid Questions to Ask"

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Additional Resources

 The Complete JHHS College Career Planning Guide: "What's Next? Planning for Life After High School"

Subsections:

•  Exploring Post High School Options
•  College Planning (including standardized test information)
•  The Application Process
•  Financial Aid & Scholarships
•  College Planning Calendar
•  Appendices: Websites, College Admission Selectivity Categories, Glossary

Fall Counselor Meetings