What Colleges Look For

What Colleges look for in an Application

The following list represents some of the things a college will look for when you apply and send a high school transcript:

  • High School Courses
  • Class Rank
  • Entrance Exams (SAT, ACT)
  • Recommendations: Counselor, Teacher, and/or Community Member
  • Application Essays
  • Extracurricular Activities
  • Community Service
  • Employment
  • Leadership Skills
  • Major
  • Financial Needs