APPLICATION CHECKLIST

[ ] I have carefully read all the instructions and questions on this application before beginning to fill it out.

[ ] I have made arrangements for the college to receive a transcript of my grades. According to the instructions on the application, I have done one of the following:

[ ] Taken the transcript form that came with the application and given it to my guidance counselor to fill out and mail.

[ ] Given my guidance counselor a written request to send my transcript to the college.

[ ] Informed the guidance office that the college will be writing to ask for a transcript. completed my entire application and turned it in to the guidance office so that the counselor can attach my transcript and mail in the complete package to the college.

[ ] I have requested that the College Entrance Examination Board report my SAT and achievement test re sults to this college (and/or made arrangements for ACT scores to be reported).

[ ] I submitted a counselor recommendation form to my guidance counselor on the following date: date: ___________________

[ ] I have submitted requests for recommendations to the following teachers: name: _____________________

[ ] I have typed or printed all factual information required on the application. I have done so honestly, thoroughly, and neatly.

[ ] I have completed a rough draft of the essay required for this application.

[ ] I have had teachers, parents, and/or friends read my essay, make suggestions, and proofread it for any errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

[ ] I have neatly typed or printed the final version of my essay on the application form.

[ ] I have enclosed a check for the application fee.

[ ] I have included my return address and correct postage on the envelope.

[ ] I have sent the application by certified mail or in eluded a stamped, self-addressed postcard for the college to mail to me as acknowledgment that the application was received.

[ ] Completed application was mailed on _______________

[ ] Deadline for financial aid forms is _______________

[ ] Forms mailed on _______________

[ ] Acceptances will be mailed by _______________

[ ] I must accept offer by _______________

MAIL THE APPLICATION AND CROSS YOUR FINGERS

Now that you have reviewed and completed the checklist above, get the completed application into the mail as soon as possible. All you need to do now is focus on graduating and wait to see what comes in the mail in the next few months. Good luck! Be sure to make a copy of the application and the form you completed above for each college you apply to and attach it to the folder for that college.

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