A GREAT PLACE TO START
View A Guide to the College Admissions Process, a publication for juniors put out by NACAC, the National Association of College Admissions Counselors.
PREPARE YOUR APPLICATIONS
COLLEGE APPLICATION TIMELINE
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COLLEGE APPLICATION CHECKLIST
Feeling overwhelmed by the daunting aspect of the college application process? Take things one step at a time by accessing this link for helpful hints and guidelines.
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COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS
PowerPoint Presentation with details about the college application process.
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SENIOR APPLICATION MATERIALS
The Guidance Department has prepared materials to assist you during the college application process. Counselors are available throughout the entire application process for personal conferences or telephone calls - NO QUESTION IS TOO TRIVIAL. Please feel free to call us at 201-445-7700 Ext. 8918 and/or sign up for an appointment.
SENIOR PACKET
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APPLY ONLINE AND DOWNLOAD COLLEGE APPLICATIONS
www.commonapp.org
REQUEST FOR RECOMMENDATION
Students should use the following form when requesting letters of recommendation from their teachers.
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BLANKET AUTHORIZATION FOR RELEASE OF RECORDS
Signatures from both a parent and/or guardian and the student must be on file to authorize the release of school records to post-secondary institutions.
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"GOLDENROD SHEET" TRANSCRIPT REQUEST
The "Goldenrod Sheet" must be submitted with six (6) forever postage stamps for each college/university to which a student applies. Copies are available in the Guidance Office.
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SAMPLE ACTIVITY RESUME
Use these Sample Activity Resumes to help you prepare a resume of your High School activities.
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STUDENT BRAG SHEET
This is your time to shine! Help your counselor learn more about you in preparation for writing your recommendation letter. Use the link below to download the "Brag Sheet" and don't be modest.
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PARENT BRAG SHEET
Your parents/guardians are your best advocates. Their comments will further help counselors in writing your recommendation letter. Click below to download a "Parent Brag Sheet."
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COLLEGE PLANNER, THE INTERVIEW
Some colleges/universities offer interviews, but you needn’t feel overwhelmed.
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NOTES ABOUT DEFERRAL
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