Royal Oak Schools

COLLEGE PLANNING

College Applications

• Most colleges and universities require applications be submitted by November 1 for best chances of acceptance. Here is a timeline to help you, look for the checklist as well.
• Common Application Supplements can be submitted PRIOR to completing and submitting the application. Send Counselors "The Supplements" at the beginning of the application process.
• Common App has released its essay prompts.

 

Other College Application Information

• College Comparison worksheet
• College Application Essay Tips
• 10 ways to make your college application stand out
• Financial Aid night presentation: Oakland University. Financing Education Beyond High School (This link is an informational video.)
• Peerlift - a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and free online platform working to make access to opportunities for college faster and fairer than ever before for students across the United States.https://peerlift.org/

 

College Visits

• The Essential Campus Visit Question List
• Students Speak: What is College Really Like
• Things to remember when attending a College Admissions Visit at ROHS: Did you know that these are the same people who may be reviewing your applications? Please be courteous and respectful...and prepared with questions for the representatives. This is your chance to demonstrate interest and make an impression!

 

Additional Resources

• FREE TUITION! - These schools and the Armed Forces Colleges offer free tuition to all students.
• US News and World Report Rankings - Looking to find the right school for you? Check this out!
• Better Make Room - for YOU and the next steps you'll take!
• Top World Universities! See which Michigan schools are on the list!
• Campus Maps, YouVisit, and YOUniversitytv Virtual college maps
• College search sites: Check out The Princeton Review, College Confidential's SuperMatch tool, and Big Future.

 

COLLEGE EXPLORATION AND VISITS

• Consider: According to 2019 information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, someone with a Bachelor's Degree will make (on average) 50% more than someone with only a high school diploma.
• Considering an online degree? Michigan colleges online . OnlineU.org
• Michigan College Guide - The complete guide of Michigan schools is online (and in your ROHS Career Center!). Search colleges by region, price, or size.
• Michigan Career Schools - This site connects you to many nationally accredited training providers. .
• Michigan College Access Network - MichiganCAN is a statewide initiative which provides free support for all students and families in Michigan to simplify the process of transitioning from high school to college and career.
• Midwest Student Exchange Program - If you're considering attending school out of state, review this website to see schools with discounted out-of-state tuition for Michigan residents.
• Niche - Search for and compare schools from around the country and view rankings of colleges.

 

OAKLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE

• Placement Tests - Royal Oak Campus Compass Placement Test Info-Take a copy of your ACT scores to find out if you are exempt from taking placement tests (This means you might not need to take placement tests based on ACT scores!).
• Articulation - What does it mean?
• Request for High School Articulated Credit - Complete this form to request Articulated or Expanded Credit.
• Online Application - Send your OCC application electronically
• Online Orientation - Please complete this prior to seeing an OCC Counselor
• OCC FAQ - Answers to frequently asked questions about OCC college costs and financial aid
• Program Information - Click here for OCC programs
• Online Catalog - The complete OCC catalog