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Preparing for College

Regardless of whether your student is a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior in high school it is never too early for them to start preparing for their college career. Here are some things you can do to help them get ready no matter where they are at now:

Encourage them to take advanced classes that will prepare them for the academic rigor of college
Make sure they are taking courses required for entrance into most colleges and universities:
    -English (four years)
    -Math (three to four years)
    -Science (three to four years)
    -Foreign Language (two to three years)
    -Other core classes could be Psychology, Government, Economics, etc.
Encourage them to start looking into scholarship opportunities
Encourage them to get involved in leadership activities at their high school, in the local community, and/or at church

Where Do You Start?

Starting the college application process can be overwhelming. But it shouldn’t be! This is an exciting time for you and your student to work together on decisions that will impact the rest of their lives. To start the admission process at CCU, students should sign up to join the mailing list so they can learn more about opportunities available to them at CCU. If they personalize this Web site, they will receive customized information on programs and extracurricular activities that interest them. Encourage them to apply online when they are ready, that way they will be able to check their admission status on our Web site. Be sure that they turn in all documents required to complete the application process.

Required Application Deadlines

Completed application for admission and signed Statement of Agreement.
Non-refundable application fee.
Request official transcripts from your high school and/or any colleges you have attended. If you are currently enrolled, please request a final transcript be mailed upon graduation or completion of coursework. Transfer students who have completed fewer than 30 semester hours of college coursework must also submit high school transcripts.
Submit official ACT and/or SAT test scores. Applicants who have completed fewer than 30 semester hours of college coursework must submit official ACT or SAT scores. The ACT website (http://www.act.org) provides extensive information and services for the ACT Assessment, including online registration, test preparation, and a score report ordering system.
Request two recommendations. One must be completed by a pastor or youth worker and one by a high school counselor, a teacher, or professor. Recommendations should be mailed to the Admission Office. CCU does not accept recommendations from family members.

Deadlines

Applications for the fall semester must be submitted by March 1 for priority consideration for scholarships and financial aid. The Admission staff and Admission Review Committee evaluate completed applications, on a rolling basis, beginning September 1.

Helpful Resources

These great Web sites can help you and your student search for scholarships, understand the financial aid process as well as the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, and give you new insight in to the college admission process.