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 \nVisit the Admission Page for each School  \n● Note deadlines-they may differ by school  \n○ Deadlines are “hard!”  \n● Look for a school-developed or application platform application checklist  \n● Check to see which online application platform is used  \n○ SAO, Gateway to Prep, Ravenna  \n● Determine if educational tests are required (SSAT, ISEE)  \nSchedule Campus Tour & Interview  \nBefore the tour/interview:  \n● Review the website and write 3-5 questions about the school  \n● Contact the admission office if there is a coach or teacher or administrator you would like to meet with  \n● Practice your interview skills with these Interview Tips  \nSchedule Campus Tour & Interview  \nThings to look for during tour:  \n● Fit is key  \n● Do you see yourself with the students?  \n● Do the faculty seem approachable and friendly?  \n● Does the school have your special interests/sports?  \nStop a student and ask one of your questions!  \nWhat are schools looking for in an applicant?  \n● Demonstrated academic interest and ability  \n● Demonstrated interest in something outside of school  \n○ Music  \n○ Arts  \n○ Service  \n○ Sports  \n● Demonstrated ability to converse in an interview  \n● “Non-Cognitive variables”  \n○ Goals and dreams  \n○ Ability to access help when needed  \nThree Platforms  \nStandard Application Online (SAO)  \n● Accepted at over 400 independent schools Gateway to Prep  \n● Includes 60 independent schools  \nRavena  \nBenefits of Online Applications  \n● Apply to more than one school using the same application  \n○ Some schools have a supplemental form specific for their applicants  \n● Consolidation of application materials (recommendations, transcripts, test scores)  \n● Easy to get recommendation information to teachers  \n● Easy to track progress  \n● Easy to upload artwork, highlight videos  \nSections of the Online Application  \n● General demographics family information  \n● Essays  \n● Test scores  \n● Recommendations  \n● Supplemental Application  \n○ Additional essay, short answers, etc. specific to each school  \n● Application fee  \nStart Applications Now  \n● Need them for teacher recommendations, transcript requests, test scores ● At Crossroads, we ask teachers to complete recs before holiday break  \n● Schools close for Thanksgiving and Holiday breaks-so not as available to help  \n● Give you and your student enough time to prepare answers without rushing  \nApplying for Financial Aid  \nMultiple systems:  \n“SSS”  \nClarity  \nFAST  \nALL of these verify with the IRS    \nIf you are considering applying for financial aid, be sure to connect with the director of financial aid.","cbCaiqVsoFAB3drE","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiqVsoFAB3drE","pdf",78969,13,"English","# Where to begin?\n## Visit the Admission Page for each School\n## Schedule Campus Tour & Interview\n# What are schools looking for in an applicant?\n# Three Platforms\n## Standard Application Online (SAO)\n## Gateway to Prep\n## Ravena\n# Benefits of Online Applications\n## Sections of the Online Application\n# Start Applications Now\n# Applying for Financial Aid","[{\"question\":\"How should applicants start the school application process?\",\"answer\":\"Begin by visiting the admission page for each school and noting each school’s specific deadlines. 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