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We know that the college application process can be confusing and stressful for both students and parents/guardians. At W-L, we are here to support you and your child through this process. We provide programming for both parents and students to be prepared on what to expect and knowing important timelines.
Students can meet with both their counselor and the College and Career Counselor to assist. On this page, you will find important and helpful information regarding supporting your own child through this process.
What to Expect
Senior Year
Senior year, In general: Early deadlines fall October 15th-December and regular decision deadlines are January – February during senior year. Please be mindful that some colleges may have priority deadlines for special programs or scholarships that are earlier than the published regular decision date.
Early Action: students apply early and find out a result before they leave for winter break.
Early Decision: This is a binding agreement. Only apply ED if you are 110% sure it is the school you want to attend and can afford.
Applying to College:
- Through the individual college website
- The Common Application
- The Coalition Application
College Planning Resources
Students typically begin applying to college in fall of their senior year. Some special programs may have priority deadlines earlier than this, if so, students should see their counselor. Transcripts are generally set in early October but individual exceptions can be made if needed earlier.
Underclassman Planning
FAQs
How does my student’s counselor know they are applying to college?
Students fill out a transcript request form to give to their counselor a minimum 15 school days before the college deadline. Students request one transcript at a time through an online google form. Students must also add all the college they are applying to to their Naviance accounts. Click here for an example on how to fill out the transcript request form.
Does it cost anything to send transcripts?
There is no cost to send a transcript.
Who sends official test scores from the ACT/SAT?
The student.
What documents do counselors send to colleges and how?
Counselors can send any of the following through Naviance: Transcripts, Secondary school reports, Counselor letter of rec., or Teacher letters of rec. There are a few colleges that still require information to be sent snail mail. If this is your college, please bring in an envelope with the admissions address and 2 stamps.