College Plan Checklist and Links for US Bound Students

Grade 9

 

• HS Transcript of Record (TOR) begins in Grade 9- Set goals for GPA (3.8 or better for scholarship)
• Plan to meet Graduation Requirements-  http://www.bcis.ac.th/high_school2.php
• Plan HS Courses useful in US Colleges- http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/high-school/33.html
• Read about US College Tests  http://www.collegeboard.com/testing
• Read on College majors/careers http://www.collegeboard.com/student/csearch/majors_careers/

 

Grade 10

• Attend  US University Fairs – August to October
• Take PSAT in October - http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/psat/about.html
• Review  and Take Trial Test for SAT/ TOEFL/ ACT/ IELTS
• Log in to College QuickStart, take personality test  around January - www.collegeboard.com/quickstart
• Discuss with your parents  College majors/careers http://www.collegeboard.com/student/csearch/majors_careers/
• Discuss expectations on family business plans and saving schemes for University
• Plan for AP Courses http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/ap/about.html

 

Grade 11

• Attend  US University Fairs – August to October
• Consider College Rankings- http://colleges.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/best-colleges?s_cid=related-links:TOP
• Check College Deadlines, Fees and Requirements - www.commonapp.org/CommonApp/MemberRequirements.aspx
• Take SAT/SAT Subjects/ACT/ TOEFL (Depending on chosen university requirements)
• Take AP Tests (accredited subject or not) - May
• Prepare your Personal Resume and portfolio
• Seminar on Common Application  www.commonapp.org/CommonApp/default.aspx

 

Grade 12

Summer

• Work out Personal Essays    http://www.envisionprep.com/college-admission/tips-on-application-essays
• Calendar Top Colleges, Deadline , Requirements www.commonapp.org/CommonApp/MemberRequirements.aspx
• Choose Community Services/Socio-Civic activities related with chosen course

First Quarter

• Review Graduation Requirements with counselor
• Discuss College Plan and Calendar with Counselor -www.commonapp.org/CommonApp/MemberRequirements.aspx
• Secure Transcript of Records, email or postmark   http://www.envisionprep.com/Home/2010-deadline
• Complete write-ups at Common Application www.commonapplication.com - August
• Request for Recommendation – http://www.bcis.ac.th/guidance3.php
• Meet University Admission Officers at  US College Fairs held from August to October

Second Quarter

• Apply online or post mail  to universities not listed at commonapplication
• Apply for Scholarship Grants separately
• Complete Early Decision Application by – before October Term break
• Consolidate SAT Scores- second quarter
• Wait for ED Results by December or consider Regular Application choices

Third Quarter

• Regular Admission - Starts in January
• Secure Financial Support evidence- bank books, business registration, tax documents etc.
• Prepare Student Visa Requirements- http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/types/types_1268.html#apply
• Finish Community Services including military training (Male Thai students) - by Songkran Break

Fourth Quarter

• Take AP Exams – May  http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/ap/cal.html
• Admitting University release  SEVIS generated 1-20 from your admitting University
• Set appointment at US Embassy  - http://bangkok.usembassy.gov/niv_howtoapply.html
• Research on plane tickets for August flights
• Graduation Ceremony!

After Graduation

• Secure driver’s license, medical certificate, and STUDENT VISA
• Attend (Online) Orientation
• Connect with BCIS Alumni in the US
• Correspond with University International Affairs welcome staff
• Orientation and Classes start- August

 

Note: CollegePlan Checklists for students going to Korean and Thai Universities are being updated. Please see the counselor for assistance.