WHAT’S IN A COLLEGE APPLICATION

Transcripts: Your high school transcript is a complete record of your academic achievements in high school. It starts with the first grading period of your first year of high school and is updated each term until you graduate. Official transcripts are sent to colleges directly from high schools.

Test Scores: ACT or SAT standardized test score.

Essay: Many colleges and universities require a college admissions essay as part of the application process. These personal statements allow students to describe their academic achievements, their strengths, and other personal aspects that can help admissions officers see them as unique individuals.

Recommendations: A letter of recommendation for college admission is a short document typically written by a teacher, counselor, or mentor highlighting your strengths and potential contributions to a school. You must carefully choose who will write your letters of recommendation and be thoughtful and responsible when asking for them.

Resume (Optional): A college admissions resume is a document describing a student’s academic and job-related skills and experiences and may be expected as part of your college admissions application. A resume demonstrates to a college that you’re capable of academic success through the experiences and achievements gained in high school.