MHS Senior College Packet

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Submit all materials to your counselor at least 30 days before your application deadline.

Register for late Summer or Fall SAT and/or ACT tests. Read about test optional schools.
- SAT Info
- ACT Info
- AP Exam Info
Research colleges in Naviance Student and save colleges to Colleges I’m Thinking About.
McLean Student Services YouTube Channel
Consider touring colleges in person if possible. Some schools may have virtual options!
Participate in the College Application Workshop Sessions August 2nd & 3rd.
Reach out to 1-2 teachers before the end of the school year who you like to ask to write a letter of recommendation on your behalf.

Complete the Parent & Student Questionnaires above by the first day of school.
Many college applications are available on August 1. Begin preparing for the actual application process: draft application essays; collect writing samples; and assemble portfolios or audition tapes.
- Brainstorm essays
- Review Common Application and Coalition Application essay prompts.
Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center if you hope to play Division I or II sports.
Begin looking for scholarships on Naviance. Check out the FAFSA4caster to estimate your eligibility for federal student aid.

Submit Transcript Request forms to Ms. Blalock at least 30 days in advance of college deadlines
Complete & submit college applications - be aware of application and priority scholarship deadlines
Fill out the FAFSA, which is available October 1, 2022 and apply for scholarships
Ask 1 teacher NOT writing your recommendation letter to complete the Teacher Comment Form