Here's a quick and easy-to-use checklist to make
sure you have completed everything you need to for your
college applications.
Use this checklist for each college you apply to for admission.
Request application packet, download from college Website (or apply online), or use
Common Application with any supplemental materials required by college.
Download the number of recommendation forms required and ask teachers and
others (coaches, professionals, religious leaders) to complete them.
Download the guidance counselor recommendation form and ask your
guidance counselor to complete it. (For some schools, your guidance
counselor can complete the form directly from the college's Website.)
Request partial transcripts be sent.
Request entrance exam scores be sent.
Draft, edit, rewrite, edit, proofread college essay(s).
Ask a teacher, parent, or other adult to read/proofread your essay(s).
Carefully complete application, including final draft of essay(s).
Make copy of completed application before sending.
Pay/send application fee with application. (Consider mailing application
via certified mail and/or return receipt.)
Receive word from college that application is complete.
