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Preparing for College:
Step 1: Complete a FAFSA application for financial aid (Now Open!)
(Even if you're paying for college yourself)
FAFSAStep 2: Apply.
Augusta University Augusta Tech
GMC East Georgia State College
(or somewhere else)
Step 3: Find scholarships & grants.
Check out this
Long List of Scholarship Opportunities
and this
More ScholarshipsSAT Testing Dates & Other Info
https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration/dates-deadlines
ACT Testing Dates & Other Info
https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/registration.html
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FAQ
Where do I get a waiver for the SAT or ACT?
SAT & ACT waivers are provided by the Counseling Dept.
When can I see my counselor?
You are welcome to drop in anytime our office is open or send an email if we aren't available.
OBTAINING APPLICATIONS:
GAfutures.org - allows you to apply to many schools in the state of GeorgiaCommonApp. org - allows you to apply to many schools throughout the United States
*Check the websites of the schools you are interested in applying to see what they recommend
COMPLETING APPLICATIONS:
Typically, completed applications require the following four things:
1. The Application -
Applications are to be completed and submitted to the college by the student.
2. Application Fee -
An Application Fee is required for most schools. Application fees should accompany your application.
If you apply online, you will need to pay by credit card OR send your check in separately before your application will be processed.
3. Official Transcript -
Official Transcripts must be sent to the college by the Counseling Department, unless the college specifies otherwise. A student's Testing Record (SAT & ACT) is not a part of the transcript.
4. Test Scores (SAT and/or ACT)
*Please note...most colleges require that the student's test scores come directly from the testing center. When this is the case, students can send them to 4 schools for free by indicating this on the testing application. They can also be requested at a later date, however a fee must be paid to the testing center for each school you need them sent to. To request additional SAT score reports log onto http://www.collegeboard.com. For additional ACT score reports, log onto http://www.act.org -