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Choosing Colleges

  • Look at factors such as size, location, price, majors.
  • Campus visits are an essential part of your college decision.
  • Adhere to application deadline dates:
    • State Schools: Apply online by mid-September.
    • Private Schools: Deadlines vary, but apply early by November 1

Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision

  • Early Decision: A binding agreement stating that you will attend the college or university. You must then withdraw your applications from all other schools.
  • Early Action: Not binding. Allows you to apply early in the fall and receive a response by mid-December.
  • Regular Decision: Apply at a later date, usually by December. You will receive a response by March or April.

Testing

  • Juniors should take the SAT and ACT in the spring.
  • Register now!
  • AMHS School Code: 100577
    ACT/SAT test scores are to be sent to the colleges by the student. You are allowed to identify up to 4 schools to which you want your scores sent when you register for the test. There is a charge for additional schools beyond 4.

Transcripts

  • Complete the Transcript Request Form upon applying to colleges and universities and for scholarships.
  • These forms are available in the Guidance Office.
  • Give to the Registrar, Mrs. Perullas, in the Main Office.
  • Transcripts are sent directly to the colleges by the registrar.
  • If you need a counselor form completed or other recommendations or information sent with the transcript, request that the registrar return the transcript to your counselor.


Recomendation Letters

  • Complete the Recommendation Request Form, available in the Guidance Office.Most state colleges do not request them. Check your college requirements.
  • Attach your resume to the request form.
  • English teachers will have you write a resume in the spring and will give it to your counselor.
  • Select only two (2) teachers to write recommendations, giving them at least 2 weeks notice.
  • Students are not allowed to view recommendations. Teachers will bring them to the Guidance Office.
  • To have these recommendations sent to colleges, complete the request form that is available from Mrs. Molina.


Essays

  • Essays should be a reflection of who you are.
  • Some colleges have specific essay topics or requests. Always check each college’s application.
  • Some colleges do not require an essay. However, it is advisable to have one ready.
  • English teachers will discuss essay writing in the spring.
  • Essays should be written during the summer.


 

Scholarships

  • Additional Scholarship information and packets are regularly updated and available in the Guidance Office in addition to those listed in the scholarship page.