​Research colleges and universities!
  • Research colleges and universities that are of interest to you.
  • Attend the Kansas City National College Fair (sponsored by Park Hill South HS Counseling).  Details here
  • Are you looking for a school that specializes in the Fine Arts? Attend the Kansas City National Performing and Visual Arts College Fair!  Details here
  • Use the resources on our website to help you with your search. Click here
  • Visit with one of the many college reps that come to Park Hill South each year. Check out the calendar here.

Go on a college visit!
  • Narrow down your list of colleges to your top 3-5 schools and schedule your campus visit.
  • Schedule your college visits ahead of time.
  • All college visits are scheduled through the admissions offices.
  • Schedule your visit online through the college/university website.
  • Visit our webpage for questions and tips to help you with your college visit.

Take the ACT or SAT!
  • Visit our ACT Information webpage
  • Visit our SAT Information webpage
  • Which test is right for you?  Read this helpful article
  • Don't forget to have your scores sent to your school.
  • Do you need a fee waiver? See your counselor for details.

Fill out the college application!
  • College applications are filled out online directly through your college/university's website.
  • Keep in mind that most schools charge an application fee. If you need an application fee waiver, please see your counselor for help.
  • Be aware of early action and early decision deadlines.  Many of these are as early as Nov 1.   Please check with your college or university for their application deadlines.   This is very important to be admitted, meeting early scholarship deadlines, applying for housing and etc.  Click here for more information about Early Action and Early Decision.
  • Students who are applying to selective colleges may want to use the Common Application.  Please visit with your counselor before using the Common Application.​

​Letters of recommendation and supplemental forms:
  • If there are supplemental application documents included in the application process, for example counselor recommendation forms or letters of recommendation,  PLEASE GIVE  ADVANCED NOTICE. (2 weeks is customary) to your counselor or your letter writers.  Do not wait until the last minute.
  • Please keep in mind that not all college applications will need a letter of recommendation, or have a supplemental form.  Please see your counselor if you need help.

Send your high school transcript: 
  • Request your transcripts to be sent to your college/university immediately AFTER you have submitted your application for admission.
  • Submit your transcript request through Family Connections/Naviance.  Visit our webpage for instructions.

Apply for scholarships and financial aid