Guide to the College Admission Process

Download NACAC’s Guide to the College Admission Process. This perennial resource has been updated for 2023 to reflect current trends, tasks, and additions to the college search and application experience. This guide offers sound advice on every step of the process, from getting in the right mindset, to researching universities, to completing application materials. This is a fantastic go-to source for students, families, and counselors.

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