• COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS

     
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  • Choosing a College

    When choosing a college, there are several important factors to consider:

    • Location: How far away from home do I want to be?
    • Size: How many students do I want to be in class with?
    • Cost: Can I reasonably afford the tuition and fees?
    • Academic: Does this college offer my prospective major? Does this college offer a variety of majors for me to explore?
    • Admission requirements: What are my chances of being admitted to this college? Am I meeting their requirements?

    There are several free online tools that will allow you to explore colleges that match your preferences. 

  • Class Rank & GPA

    Many schools will ask you to self-report your class rank and GPA. This information can be found at the bottom of your most recent transcript. 

    Additional information about NHS can be found on our official school profile.

  • College Application Fee Waiver

    Students who are served through free/reduced lunch are eligible for college application fee waivers. After taking the SAT on a fee waiver, four college application waivers will be loaded into your CollegeBoard account. 

    Check with individual college admission websites for school specific requirements regarding application fee waivers. 

  • College Applications

    Admissions applications are different for each school. Options include:

    • Individual college websites
    • GA Futures
    • The Common Application
    • Coalition for College

    GA Futures

    Apply to many Georgia colleges directly from the website (Link to GA Futures Website)

    Common Application

    Fill out one application and send to several colleges. (Link to Common Application Website)
    List of Participating Colleges

    Coalition for College

    Fill out one application and send to several colleges. (Link to Coalition to College Website)

    Other Requirements:

    In order to complete your college application, you will also need to submit many of the following documents:

    • Official Transcript
    • Official SAT/ACT scores
    • Letters of Recommendation
    • Application Fee Waiver (if eligible)

  • Letters of Recommendation

    We are happy to brag about you! Often times, colleges and universities will request a letter of recommendation from your high school counselor.

    To obtain a letter of recommendation from your counselor, please complete and submit the Autobiographical Sketch.

    Please allow your counselor 10 school days prior to the deadline.

    Autobiographical Sketch

  • NCAA Eligibility

    NCAA Eligibility Center

  • Resources for First Generation Students

    Being the first in your family to attend college is an exciting accomplishment, but it also comes with additional confusion surrounding the college application process. Thankfully, there are loads of resources for you!

    Georgia State University First Generation Guide

    I'm First

    ScholarMatch 

  • Resources for Undocumented Students

    College is an option for you! Check out the many resources available to you:

    Additional Resources for Undocumented Students

    Facts About the College Process

    Freedom University

    Georgia College Guide

    Policies regarding admission of undocumented students is always changing, so be sure to check for up to date information on college admission websites. Counselors can also assist in facilitating that conversation. 

  • Technical Colleges

    Programs at these colleges offer students the opportunity to earn a certificate, diploma or an associate's degree in a technical field. These schools typically have less rigorous admission requirements, including more flexible deadlines.

    Interested students can take either the SAT, ACT, or COMPASS/ACCUPLACER test. 

    Financial aid is available for students pursuing a technical education degree. More information can be found here. 

    Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Home

    Map of Technical Colleges in Georgia

    TCSG Program Guide

     

  • Transcripts

    Students must request their transcripts be sent to in state and out of state colleges via Naviance. In order to add a transcript request, the college must be listed on the student's "Colleges I'm Applying To" list. More information on sending transcripts via Naviance can be found here.