Sussex Central High School
Success With Class
Ten Qualifications Colleges Crave
- A Transcript that includes RIGOROUS courses.
Challenge yourself academically. Sign up for those AP and Honor Classes
- Grades that show academic growth.
When colleges see that your high school grades are consistent or improving, they will be confident you’ll be successful in college
- Solid scores on standardized tests
The scores you receive on your SAT or ACT should be consistent with your high school performance
- Passionate involvement in extracurricular
Schools like to attract the most diverse students to their campus. “Diversity” means well-rounded students interested in many subjects.
- Participation in Community Service
Being involved in your community. Put down those activities in order of importance and explain what being involved did for you as a person. Doing so shows integrity and motivation to make a difference.
- Employment, volunteering and good work ethic.
Colleges look at employment records as a historical view of how you follow through and get along with authority. Ask for a recommendation from a boss who would describe you as a dependable, hard working and as a team player.
- An honest, mature essay demonstrating your aspirations
Describe your passions, beliefs, and aspirations
- Unique Letters of Recommendation
Your favorite teachers, counselors, coaches, and employers can compose letters of recommendation that describe you perfectly.
- Organization
The college application process itself is an education. It’s a lesson in planning and scheduling. Make sure you stay up on Deadlines
- A Diverse Student
List your interests in the application so the reader recognizes your desire to learn.