COLLEGE

APPLICATION
GROUP 9
WHAT IS COLLEGE APPLICATION?

• College application is the process by which individuals apply to

gain entry into a college or university. Although specific details
vary by country and institution, applications generally require basic
background information of the applicant, such as family
background, and academic or qualifying exam details such as grade
point average in secondary school and standardized testing scores.
WRITING A COLLEGE
APPLICATION
  FIND INFORMATION ABOUT THE COLLEGE

• Before applying to a certain college it is important to do a

thorough research about them. Find each and every possible
detail before submitting a letter to this particular college. It is
important to emphasize in the letter that the student applying
is a perfect fit for that college.
 PROVIDE BEST REASONS

• In order to get admission in the college, it is important to

provide the best reasons in the letter for the admission. It is
advisable to avoid unrealistic sentences and rather compose
it in a form that includes all the relevant reasons for getting
information in that specific college. After all, a student
applying to a college has a solid reason to choose that
particular college over many others.
 COMPETITIVE EDGE
• If the college in which a student applying for is famous for
extracurricular activities like a sports team or a drama club then the
student should mention these skills in the application letter provided
that he or she actually possess those skills. Mentioning the specific
skills in the application letter are likely to give the student a
competitive edge over the other competitors. It is very important for
the student to showcase his or her skills in the most efficient manner
and use the marketing tactics to get the admission.
 BEING UNIQUE
• A student who is able to present himself or herself as the
most unique student having something different to offer to
the campus has better chances of admission in the college.
It is important to present that unique set of skills in a
manner that the college can offer admission to that specific
student.
 PROOFREAD
• It is important to proofread the letter and admission
application form before submitting it, Full of spelling
mistakes and grammatical errors are likely to give a
negative impression on behalf of the student. The spelling
errors while writing a letter are quite common but it is very
important to omit all these errors before making a final
submission for the college admissions.
COMPONENTS OF THE COLLEGE
APPLICATION
 APPLICATION FORM

• Carefully read and fill out the application form. Do not be

afraid to ask questions about anything that is unclear. A
simple mistake can mean the difference between getting
into a college or not.
 ESSAY ( OR OTHER WRITING
SAMPLE )
•The essay is one of the most important parts of your application, and your chance to
shine. Colleges are interested in how well you express yourself in writing. Be sure to
think about the impression you want to make. Leave plenty of time to do your essays
-- you will probably have to write many drafts before you get one that is just right.
•The good news is that college essay topics tend to overlap, so you may not have to
write a new essay for each application. Be sure to get help from your high school
guidance counselor and teachers. Look through your past work -- you may have
already written an essay for a class that can be adapted into a college essay.
 TRANSCRIPT

• Your transcript shows the high school(s) you attended, courses taken
and your grades, as well as your Regents exam grades, cumulative
grade point average (GPA), SAT, SAT subject tests and ACT scores,
and school attendance. Colleges use this information to determine if
you satisfy admissions and eligibility requirements. It is also used to
determine if you met high school graduation requirements.
 SCHOOL PROFILE

• If your high school has a school profile (ask your high

school guidance counselor), it is a good idea to attach it to
your transcript before sending it to the college. The profile
paints a picture of your school for the admissions advisers
and offers information about your school's environment.
 TEST SCORES

• These include your scores from the SAT or ACT. Colleges

vary on whether or not they also consider the SAT essay
when they review applications.
 RECOMMENDATION FORMS

• Ask for recommendations from people who know you well --

teachers, guidance counselors, employers or any adult who can
comment, favorably and in depth, on your skills, maturity, integrity
and personality. Be sure to give them the forms well in advance of
the application deadlines.
 LIST OF ACTIVITIES

• This list should include all the extracurricular activities you

participated in throughout high school. There
are websites that can help can help you craft a professional
résumé to submit with your application.
 FEE OR FEE WAIVER FORM

• You will need to submit a check or money order for the

application fee. If you are requesting a waiver, use the
College Board Waiver Form or letter from your school.
Some colleges may have their own forms as well.
 OPTIONAL SAMPLE FOR CREATIVE
WORK
• If it is required, include a creative writing sample, portfolio
or audition CD.
SAMPLE COLLEGE ADMISSION
APPLICATION LETTER
Name of Student
Address of Student
City, State, and Zip Code
Date
Name of Admissions Head
College Name
College Address
City, State, and Zip Code
Dear Sir/Madam (Name of admission’s head)
After a thorough research about different colleges, the Ohio State University is my final choice. This university offers a
Psychology program and has an outstanding reputation and excellent reviews. Ohio State University is a recommendation by
the previous graduates and I am interested in enrolling myself in the Psychology program.
My aim is to finish the Psychology program offered at the Ohio State University and I want to continue my studies after
graduating from the undergraduate program. After entering the graduate program I want to become a counselor dealing with
young children.
Majors in Psychology is my long-term goal and I am confident of making the right career choice. Attached is my application,
transcripts, essays, and letters of recommendation as per the admission requirement.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Signature of Student
Printed Name