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:

  • Courses taken and grades (grades 9 - 12)
  • Rank in Class
  • SAT, Subject Tests, ACT (as required)
  • Counselor, Teacher, and/or Employer Recommendations
  • Application Essays
  • Extracurricular Activities
  • Community Service
  • Employment (if applicable)
  • Leadership Abilities
  • Major or Area of Interest
  • Visit to Campus
  • Personal Interview
  • Financial Needs