Counselors

College Application Process

Directions:  Read the information thoroughly and use the checklist.   The sign-up link is posted in Schoology individual senior meetings with counselors.

• Determine the best method for applying:
  • University Website,
  • Common App etc... 
• Research each college's application requirements for reporting standardized test scores:
  • Self-reporting
  • Official scores sent by SAT/ACT
  • Test-optional application (follow procedures)
• Create a Parchment account and request a transcript be sent to you for review using your unique Parchment code available from Ms. Modetz in the counseling office.
• Determine if the application requires a letter of recommendation from a teacher 
  • Most applications do not do not accept letters of recommendation
  • If using Common App, you can "invite" teachers and/or counselors to leave a recommendation.
• Use your counselor's Sign-Up Genius link in Schoology to schedule your individual senior meeting.
• Submit your senior questionnaire on Schoology before your counselor meeting.

On the Schoology Class of course page, sign up for one appointment time with your counselor using the Counseling Staff Directory to determine your counselor by first letter of last name.  Before your meeting, order a transcript for yourself in Parchment and submit your senior questionnaire in Schoology.  Seniors and counselors will discuss the transcript, grad requirements, post-secondary plans, and address any questions.

Student Admission Resources 

Parchment is a website THS uses to send your transcripts to most colleges, programs, NCAA, scholarship corporations, and other destinations—including yourself. 

Directions for using Parchment:

1. Create your account at www.parchment.com using your individual Parchment code (see Ms. Modetz in the counseling office if you do not have a code).  Do NOT use your troyschools email. 
2. Answer only the required questions.  The website asks students a plethora of questions that you DO NOT have to answer.    It is not necessary to answer the questions in order to send transcripts. Do not answer questions about grades, classes taken, extra-curriculars, etc. unless you choose to do so.
3. Order transcripts: 
   1. Student Copy: Order a PDF and an unofficial transcript will be sent to your email. (In view, it will show an image of your old transcript; if you request one to yourself, the updated transcript will be displayed.)
   2. College: Type in the name of college you want to receive your transcript. Transcripts must be sent officially by the school; students cannot upload transcripts themselves for college applications
   3. Common Application: In Common App, invite your counselor to complete the School Report by accurately typing their name and email address. Your transcript will then be uploaded to the School Report that will be completed by your counselor. Do this step as soon as possible and definitely with at least two weeks’ notice before your deadline. (Do not use Parchment for Common App applications.)
4. Sign and type your name and check the box; save and continue.  In red, it says “your order has been sent to your school for fulfillment.  Thanks for using Parchment.”
5. Click “I’m done.” Ms. Modetz will receive your transcript request and will send your transcript in a reasonable time frame, on school days only.  Students are responsible for ordering transcripts through Parchment at least 7 school days before a deadline.   Transcripts are only sent during school hours—not on weekends or during school breaks. 

FAQs & Useful Reminders

• Pay attention to postings form the Counseling Office on Schoology and individual Schoolgy messages from your counselor.
• University website vs. Common App vs. Coalition?  It is our experience that a school's website is the easiest and quickest way to apply, if given a choice.  If you have a choice and aren't sure what to do, please talk with your counselor!  Do NOT start a Coalition App without talking to your counselor first.

College Visit Reminders

• College Representative Visits will be posted on Schoology! Be sure to keep an eye out to learn when each school is coming to visit! 
  • Bring your own lunch to the Counseling Office during your A, B, or C lunch to meet the college representative of the colleges in which you are interested!
  • College representatives are also available in the Counseling Office after school on Tuesdays and Thursday during the fall of each school year. Information will be posted on Schoology. 
  • There is no better way to know if a college is the perfect choice for you unless you make an IN-PERSON visit!  Visit the website of your top 3 colleges and schedule an official campus tour!

This form is for PRACTICE ONLY!  This form does not submit or replace the full Senior Questionnaire available in Schoology:  https://troyschools.schoology.com/.  Completion of this form emails to the student only.

TROY HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION    

Please attach copies of letters that you have received in reference to any and all scholarships that has been offered to you. This information will be confidential and used to compile a scholarship total offered to your graduating class. Please return this form to Mrs. Talsma by e-mailing it to etalsma@troy.k12.mi.us 2+ weeks prior to convocation celebration.

Regarding Eagle Scout, Gold Girl Scout, and Military students, if you want your name to be included in the Honors Program, Please return this form to Mrs. Talsma by e-mailing it to etalsma@troy.k12.mi.us the beginning of April of your graduation year.

Senior Honors Convocation Scholarship Form

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