The College Application Process
Guidance Web PageStudent ResponsibilitiesWhat to Bring to GuidanceTranscript Release FormExamples of What to Bring to GuidanceCounselor ResponsibilitiesTeacher Recommendations
Overview of Information
http://www.pburgsd.net/phs/site/default.aspClick on Resources and scroll down to Guidance Services
Here you will find information on:◦ Staff phone numbers & e-mail addresses◦ Calendar of all events sponsored by the Guidance Department◦ Counseling programs◦ School Profile◦ Transcript Release Forms
Guidance Web Page
Proofread the transcript mailed home in the summer Complete applications (almost always online) Send applications and fees Send SAT/ACT/AP Scores
◦ Your SAT/ACT scores will not be reported on the Phillipsburg High School Transcript
Make an appointment with your counselor Request teacher recommendations Complete Senior Questionnaire
Student Responsibilities
Signed and addressed Transcript Release Form Addressed envelope
◦ Colleges admission’s department address and Phillipsburg High School’s address as the return address
◦ No stamp necessary Secondary School Report Form (Counselor Recommendation
Form)- Not always required◦ Be sure to fill out your portion◦ Sign/date (if applicable)
You must hand in all materials DIRECTLY to your counselor! Do not leave in mailbox
What to Bring to Guidance
Available in the office & online In order to complete the form you will need to provide the
following information: Name and address of the college the transcript is being sent to Deadline for the transcript to be sent Signature of a parent/guardian if the student is under 18
The Guidance Office will need 10 business days in order to process the transcript and send it out. Be aware of school vacations and holidays and school deadlines.
Transcript Release Form
Transcript Release Form Example
Addressed Envelope Example
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Counselors will mail the following items: Transcript Secondary School Report Form Counselor Recommendation Letter Midyear Reports (grades) will automatically be mailed
to each college!◦ Students do not need to give us additional forms
Counselor Responsibilities
Give teachers:◦ Addressed, Stamped envelope
Colleges admission’s department address and Phillipsburg’s address as the return address
◦ Recommendation Letter form- Not always required Be sure to fill out your portion Sign/date (if applicable)
◦ Be sure to tell them the deadline
Teacher Recommendations
We wish you the best of luck and we are always here to meet with you! Stop by and see us any time!