College Information
Deadlines Deadlines Deadlines
Guess what? In the world of college admission, deadlines are for real. Ignore them and you’re out of luck. So pay attention to the deadlines for:
· College Applications – Many of the private institutions have January 1 deadlines. As we approach the end of the semester, be sure to allow at least 10 working days for counselor and teacher recommendations. Transcript requests must be made by December 14 for applications being mailed before Winter Break.
· Filing for Financial Aid – Schools have their own deadlines for when the FAFSA results must be received. Priority deadlines are just that – those that file by a priority deadline will have a better chance of having their financial needs met if they qualify for financial aid.
· Scholarships also have strict deadlines – make sure you know if the deadline means, “postmarked” or “received by”.
· Merit Awards – Large universities, such as CSU, award merit scholarships to the top students who have applied by a certain date. READ, ASK QUESTIONS AND BE INFORMED
