High school seniors across the state can get help from knowledgeable volunteers to submit college admission applications during Oklahoma College Application Week, Sept. 22-26.
Oklahoma College App Week is affiliated with the American College Application Campaign, through which college access organizations host college application events nationwide.
The primary goal of College App Week is to encourage more high school seniors, especially those who haven’t considered attending college and those from first generation college-going families, to apply and establish relationships with colleges and universities that will hopefully lead to enrollment. During College App Week, schools select a convenient time for seniors to complete an online application to the college(s) of their choice. Volunteers from the community, local businesses, colleges and universities, and other supportive organizations are available to assist students with any questions during the process.
Last year, 142 high schools, colleges and universities, career technology centers, tribal organizations, and libraries across the state hosted College App Week events and helped over 4,000 high school seniors complete nearly 8,000 college applications, providing hands-on support for high school seniors as they submitted their applications, prepared for the next steps in the enrollment process, and applied for financial aid.
“Citizens with a college degree have more job opportunities and higher income-earning potential than those with only a high school diploma, and our public higher education system is one of the most affordable in the nation,” said Chancellor Sean Burrage. “Activities during College App Week focus on assisting students directly with the college admission process, a level of support that is particularly meaningful for Oklahomans who would be the first in their families to attend college and those who may not otherwise seriously consider completing a college application.”
Prior to College App Week, high school seniors and their families receive materials that help them research college options and prepare for application questions. Participating schools often encourage students in all grade levels to think about education after high school through special events and opportunities.
For more information about College App Week, visit okcollegeappweek.org or call 866.443.7420.