College Resource Guide
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Take the PSAT (October of Junior Year)
Register for the SAT
Register for the ACT
SAT/ACT Concordance Chart (how scores compare)
Test Prep– Free/Low Cost test preparation for SAT & ACT
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New York Colleges & Universities
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BE AWARE OF DEADLINES!!
IMPORTANT – Obtain a receipt from the counseling center for the college(s) you applied to at least TWO WEEKS prior to deadlines
- Teacher Recommendations (2) - after conversation, request officially through Naviance
- Activity Resume
- Personal Statement
- If not applying test optional, officially send SAT Scores (Learn about SAT Score Choice)
- If not applying test optional, officially send ACT scores
- Obtain college receipt from counseling center at least two weeks before college deadline
- After committing to a college, officially send AP scores, if applicable.
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The earliest you can submit the FAFSA is October 1st
Some private colleges require the CSS Profile
NYS Dream Act (for non-citizens)
Financial Aid Resources Webpage
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Naviance – click on the Colleges tab and explore within the Scholarships & Money section. Whitman's database of local and national scholarships can be found within the Scholarship Search link.
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