College and University Choices

So, I received my first college recruitment letter. Sure, over the last few months, I have been getting tons of emails with over 50 colleges and universities sending me advertisements, but nothing special. This time, it came to my mailbox, and it was from UW: University of Washington, the prestigious university of the state of Washington. I suppose this invitation came to be with the help of my PSAT scores.

During the beginning process of applying for scholarships and acceptance, there are several websites that I have found handy and helpful within the state of Washington

I love TheWashBoard.org. The WashBoard is a seemingly nonprofit organization that creates a space for Washington state high school and transferring college students who wish to receive scholarships--they can submit a personal statement, add personal blurbs, financial statements and letters of recommendation, and be quickly and efficiently matched with the scholarships available.

I have also used WOIS often. WOIS is the Washington career information system which provides individuals the opportunity to take selective quizzes and applications in order to give them ideas of where to go and what to do in their post-high school experience.

I have a few colleges in mind, and have my heart set on one, but I may apply to UW for the fun of it just to see if I get accepted (depending upon the cost). The best counselors have had my back, and the most wonderful parents have supported me. Thank you to all who have helped me reach my dreams, and given me the great educational opportunities I have had.