Attend fall previews at technical colleges, colleges and universities.
Wisconsin Education Fair - college fair series. For details see: www.wefs.org
Take/retake ACT, SAT as necessary.
Prepare a resume to be given to those individuals from whom you have requested a letter of recommendation.
Request letters of recommendation from teachers at least three weeks in advance of need.
Visit college websites for admissions information.
Apply to technical colleges, colleges and universities; recommended filing date is before October 31, 2024. Essays/statements should have a beginning, middle and end (300-600 words).
University of Wisconsin admissions open 8/1/25. Utilize the UW System on-line application.
Apply online: https;//apply.wisconsin.edu
Outside WI: go to specific college/university website
Transcripts are available in PowerSchool under the Student Reports tab on the left-hand side. Use this transcript to assist with any UW system application. Upload the transcript or manually enter your grades. For schools that are not self-reporting, request a transcript via the Transcript Request Form found in Classlink. In May, you will receive a form on which you will indicate your final college choice, and an OFFICIAL transcript will be sent to that college after graduation.
Submit application to NCAA Clearinghouse if pursuing Division I or Division II athletics. Apply online at: https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/
Scholarship booklets are available on-line and are emailed to seniors. Please read all criteria provided on the applications. Scholarship availability is subject to change. The scholarship window is September to April. Apply early for UW scholarships found on individual college websites – deadlines are moving up! Scholarship Recognition Program is scheduled for May 20, 2026.
Apply for financial Aid (FAFSA). Visit the FAFSA website for details and application.
College Goal Wisconsin – Free on-site assistance completing your FAFSA. Check www.collegegoalwi.org for dates of meetings.