College Planning and Financial Aid

Welcome Juniors and Seniors!

All students are required to submit a Transcript Request Form and a Student Activity Sheet to the Counseling Office for records to be sent to colleges. Students should refer to the Counselor News Google Classroom to access the Transcript Request Form. Allow for 10 school days for the request to be processed.

Click below to view Counseling Office Documents.

Student Brag Sheet

Student Activity Sheet

MA Profile 2022-2023

Be sure to visit college websites for the most accurate information regarding their programs, open houses, and admission requirements/deadlines.

Log into your Clever account to access the links below.

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College Application Process

Transferring College Credits (Gemini and AP Programs)

Students interested in transferring college credits earned through the Gemini Program with Finger Lakes Community College to another post-secondary institution will need an official transcript.

Order an official Finger Lakes Community College transcript

Students interested in transferring college credits earned through the Cayuga Advantage Program with Cayuga Community College to another post-secondary institution will need an official transcript.

Order an official Cayuga Community College transcript

It is advised that you verify with each school that grades have been finalized and your transcript is complete before ordering.

Financial Aid

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available on October 1st. The earlier you apply, the more financial aid you may receive. Some students may think they don’t qualify for need-based financial aid, but filling out this free resource could open the door for federal loans. Click below to access the website.

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The student and parent will each need an FSA ID in order to electronically sign the FAFSA.

Create FSA ID

The NYS Higher Education Services Corporation has several financial assistance programs.

NYS Tuition Assistance Program (TAP), Scholarships, and Grants

NCAA Eligibility Center

Any high school student who is interested in participating in collegiate athletics at Division I or Division II level MUST register with the NCAA Eligibility Center. Registering can occur at any point throughout high school, however, it is suggested that the process begins at the end of one's Sophomore year or beginning of their Junior year.

To register with the NCAA, click on the link below:
NCAA Eligibility Center

For more information, click on the link below:
NCAA 2022-2023 Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete

NCAA Eligibility Center COVID-19 Response FAQ - Information for Class of 2022 and 2023

Initial Eligibility Flyer

NAIA - Information for Future Student Athletes:
Click HERE to find out more information about the NAIA and participating schools

Scholarships

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Parents: Check for scholarships at your place of employment, unions, professional/club/ membership affiliation, places of worship, Greek (Fraternity/Sorority)organizations.

NYS Excelsior Scholarship

The Excelsior Scholarship, in combination with other student financial aid programs, allows students to attend a SUNY or CUNY college tuition-free.

Excelsior Scholarship Information

Scholarship Opportunities for the 2022-2023 Academic Year:

Scholarship Opportunities

Contact your school counselor with any college-related questions:

Mrs. Jessica Taylor (Last Names, A-L)
Email or 315-568-5500, ext. 2152

Mrs. Stevers (Last Names, M-Z)
Email or 315-568-5500, ext. 2155

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Students

College Planning and Financial Aid

Welcome Juniors and Seniors!

Be sure to visit college websites for the most accurate information regarding their programs, open houses, and admission requirements/deadlines.

College Application Process

Click on the links below to learn about the process of applying to college.

Click below to apply. (School Applications can be found on individual college websites.)

Transferring College Credits (Gemini and AP Programs)

Transferring College Credits (Gemini and AP Programs)

Financial Aid

NCAA Eligibility Center

NCAA Eligibility Center

Scholarships

NYS Excelsior Scholarship

Scholarship Opportunities for the 2022-2023 Academic Year:

Scholarship Opportunities