Amos Alonzo Stagg High School

SCHOOLINKS

SchooLinks is a modern, college and career readiness platform. It helps students prepare for what comes after graduation. Students can discover their interests and strengths. They can explore colleges and careers. SchooLinks helps them create a personal plan that best reflects their post high school goals. Students at Amos Alonzo Stagg High School will use Schoolinks to organize their college search, send transcripts, and much more! Log on today by clicking the link above. 

College Applications, SchooLinks & Financial Aid Slide Show

NACAC Guide to the College Admissions

 COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS

Please check the College/University website for specific application requirements and deadlines.

Many colleges will require one or all of the items below. 

• Application- completed online
• Send Official high school transcript
• Application Fee
• SAT/ACT scores (not required if applying test optional)
• Personal Statement Essay
• Letters of Recommendation
  • How to request a letter from your teacher
• CSS Profile
• Student Resume/Portfolio 

THE COLLEGE SEARCH

It's possible that there is more than one college/university that would be a great academic and financial fit. Therefore, it's important to keep an open mind throughout the process. Some items to consider during the college search include: academic programs, size, location, extra currriculars, and cost. 

College Search Resources:

• "College Search" Panel Presentation 
• Schoolinks
• College Board's BIG FUTURE college search tool
• Common Application
• Niche
• Partners in supporting and encouraging first-gen students
• Illlinois2Career

Virtual College Visits

• YOUVISIT
• ECAMPUSTOURS

 COMMUNITY COLLEGE IS A GREAT OPTION FOR MANY STUDENTS

• Moraine Valley Community College
• A Step by Step Guide to getting started at Moraine Valley.
• Apply to Moraine Valley
• The Placement Test
• Placement Test Excemptions as of 8/23/21