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Top 10 List for Rising Seniors

Things to do during the Summer before Senior Year!

Top 10 List forRising SeniorsThings to do during the Summer before Senior Year!
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#1 Complete College SuperMatch in Naviance!
This is a very helpful tool! Please use College SuperMatch to look at post-secondary opportunities that can help you find your Academic, Financial and Social Fit
#2 Create a Resume Using Naviance
You can use your resume for college applications and employment opportunities!
Don't forget to make an appropriate email account for your college applications!
#3 Search Colleges Using Popular College Search Engines
Find your best college fit~
Academic*
Social*
Financial *
(It is strongly recommended that you talk with your family about post-secondary opportunities before the application process)
#4 Refer to Phila. Futures-Step-Up-To-College Guide
A Guide to the College Preparation, Application, Admissions & Financial Aid Processes. The summer before your senior year is the time to prepare for the college admissions process. Start now, and by September you will be ready to apply to college!
#5 Check List of Test-Optional Schools for 2022-23
Check out list of Test-Optional schools for 2022-23 Application season. Please research your program of interest & major requirements on the college's Admissions page-some competitive majors (ie.Nursing) may still have a testing requirement.
#6 Take Virtual College Tours & Make a College List
Stay organized! Make a list, Check Admissions Requirements, Make note of Application and Financial Aid Deadlines
Whenever possible-visit college campuses in person!
#7 Check out College Essay Tips & Common App Prompts
Organizing your thoughts and creating an essay draft will be very beneficial to you in the Fall!
Please be sure to investigate the Admissions Requirements for every school you are considering--some colleges require 1 or 2 teacher recommendations
#8 Create a Common Application Account-Opens August 1st
Note: some schools may use the Common App Black App https://commonblackcollegeapp.com/
or
The Coalition App
https://www.coalitionforcollegeaccess.org/mycoalition-intro
& others require you to apply directly from college's Admissions pg.
#9 Prepare for the Upcoming Financial Aid Process
Keep your stress level low and plan ahead. Follow these tips to prepare for the FAFSA
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid-Federal Grant App) and PHEAA (PA Higher Education Assistance Agency-PA State Grant App)
Application opens Oct 1, 2022

Financial Aid Information Session and FAFSA Completion Workshops will be held this Fall!

Dates/Times to be announced
#10 Apply for Scholarships!
Help off-set the cost of higher education! Apply for Scholarships!

Official Transcripts for College Applications will be sent out in the Fall

If you have completed a college application this summer, please note that official transcripts will be sent out to colleges/universities once school resumes. In addition, college reps will be visiting PCCMC through the fall to provide information about their schools, academic programs, campus life and application process. More information about the college application and post secondary planning process will be discuss once school resumes.

Have a safe, relaxing and enjoyable summer!

KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK! THE PCCMC CLASS OF 2023 WILL BE THE 3RD GRADUATING CLASS OF PARKWAY CENTER CITY MIDDLE COLLEGE !