Academic Guidance - College Resources

Here you will find information about college admissions, acceptances, scholarships and more.

Admissions College Board ACT Texas Common Application U.S. Common Application

Acceptances Congratulations to our 2008 Graduates! The Class of 2008 has been accepted at the following colleges & universities: Air Force Academy, Arkansas State University, Baylor University, Collin County Community College, Oklahoma State University, Sam Houston State University, Southern Methodist University, Texas A&M, University of Colorado, University of North Texas, University of Texas at Dallas, University of Texas at Arlington, University of Pittsburgh,West Point Academy.

How to Apply to College

• Contact the Undergraduate Office of Admission at the college of your choice to get the application.
• Complete the rough draft of the application and essays.
• Request official transcripts for each college in the Guidance office or under the Web Forms tab on RenWeb. They will be emailed directly to the college. Please allow five (5) business days to process your request.
• Complete the final draft of your application by completing an online application (if available) or by typing it on a typewriter. NO handwritten applications!
• Make a copy of all materials for your files.
• Send one packet that includes everything: application, check, resume, essay, etc. Be sure student name and social security number are written on the check. Remember to have SAT and ACT scores sent directly to the college from the testing center. Even though scores are reported on the high school transcript, some colleges do not consider this official.
• Each college will create a personal file for you. As your applications, transcripts, and letter of recommendation are received, they are placed in the file. Only when your file is complete, will it be reviewed by an admissions counselor.

Transcripts

Request official transcripts for each college in the Guidance office or under the Web Forms tab on RenWeb. They will be mailed directly to the college. Please allow five (5) business days to process your request.

Types of Applications

• Early Decision
  • All materials submitted by early application deadline.
  • If accepted, student is committed to the college.
• Early Action
  • All materials submitted by early application deadline.
  • Student is not committed to the college.
• Regular Admissions
  • All materials submitted by final application deadline.
  • Student is not committed to the college.
• Rolling Admissions
  • Admissions decisions for qualified students are made on a first come, first serve basis.
  • Students are usually notified by the colleges within 4-6 weeks after the application file is complete.

Letters of Recommendation

• Counselor Recommendations
  • An up-to-date, typed copy of your resume must be given to your Counselor before she can write your letter of recommendation. Colleges are seeking to know what personal characteristics and involvements make you unique.
  • Submit any specific recommendation forms provided by the college.Allow two (2) weeks to write a solid letter of recommendation.
• Teacher Recommendations
  • Ask a teacher who wil provide positive feedback about you to write a recommendation on your behalf.
  • Provide the teacher with a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the college. The teacher will mail the recommendation directly to the college. Ask the same one or two faculty members to send a recommendation to all schools for which you are seeking admission.
  • Be sure to give teachers two (2) weeks for completion, and remember to thank them.
• Letters from employers or other community people are usually sent along with your application.

Scholarship Resources

FastWeb.com
FAFSA Online