Apply to College

Everyone has questions about applying to college. Where do I start? How many should I apply to? What are all the steps? The resources below can help you get started on your college application journey.

Applying to College: FAQ

Applying to college is a big moment in your life. Here are some of the most common questions about the application process.

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The Application Process

You’ve done all your research, you’ve picked your schools, and you’re ready to start applying. It can feel overwhelming, but we’ve made the process much easier by breaking it down into smaller steps.

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12th Grade College Application Timeline

Want to know if you’re on track for the senior year timeline for the college application process? This college application timeline for seniors shows you what you should be doing, and when.

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What's in a College Application

It’s the combination of all components of your college application process that gives admissions officers an idea of who you are. Not every college requires every one of these elements.

How to Begin Applying

Applying to college is a big job. It can feel overwhelming. However, you can make the process much easier by breaking it down into small steps.

The Facts About Applying Early: Is It Right for You?

Did you know that you can apply to colleges before the application deadline and get an early decision? Find out if an early decision or action plan is right for you.

After You've Applied

Once the big effort of applying to college is behind you, you can begin to think about the next steps in your college-bound journey like college choices, tuition fees, and roommate selection.

20 Questions to Ask Your School Counselor

Your school counselor is one of your best sources of useful information as you plan for college. Your counselor can tell you about admission tests, college preparation, and your education and career options.

8 Things to Know About How Colleges Use Admission Tests

College admission tests like the SAT and ACT are standardized tests typically taken in your junior or senior year. Each college has its own admission processes and policies, and they use scores differently. Here are the facts you need to know.

5 Things You Need to Know About College Admission

It’s easy to get stressed out about college admission. But try to keep things in perspective. Here are some points to think about as you go through the process.

College Application Fee Waivers

College application fees can really add up, but there’s good news for students.

Six Things Undocumented Students Need to Know About College

Think that if you’re undocumented you can’t go to college? Think again. Get the facts and learn how to make it happen.

College Admission Glossary: Learn the Lingo

When applying to college, you're bound to come across unfamiliar collegiate terms. This glossary can help you make sense of all the college terms you're sorting through.

What Are College Placement Tests?

Learn why you might have to take college placement tests, and how they are different from admission tests.

Applying to College: Your Counselor's Role

When it's time to fill out college applications, your school counselor for college plays a central part. It’s up to you to ask your counselor for the help you need.

College Admission Rates and Requirements

College admission rates continue to fall while the requirements for admission continue to change. Learn how this affects college acceptance for students.

How to Prepare for the SAT

Colleges—including those that are test optional—use test scores to help them make admissions, financial aid, and course placement decisions. It makes sense to plan to do your best on the exam.

Early Decision and Early Action Calendar

If you’re planning to apply early decision or early action, follow these steps to stay on track.