12th Grade College Planning
The college center provides college counseling to all Beverly students. As a senior, you have access to the following support throughout the college application process:
- Application organization and balancing the college list
- Help navigating deadlines
- College essay brainstorming and reviews (group + individual)
- Organizing supplemental materials (letters of recommendation, etc.)
- Connecting to regional college admission representatives
- Reviewing applications prior to submission
The college center is open daily during student nutrition and lunch for any student to receive help.
APPLYING TO COLLEGES
Please view and download the resources below to help support you in your applications. View the links below for additional information.
Begin with your college list. Know WHERE you're applying, then organize HOW to apply.
You'll apply online through various application portals depending on your college list. Dates and deadlines will vary as well. Find a system that works for you to stay organized and on top of deadlines. Download the application organizers below, or get a good old fashioned notebook and pen/pencil, the method doesn't matter, whatever works best for you! When in doubt, ask your counselor, the college center, or admissions directly from the university. We're here to help!
Application Websites
Open August 1st, submit by November 30
One application to all UC campuses
Open October 1st, submit by November 30*
One application portal to all CSU campuses
*Some campuses may have extended deadlines, check the website directly
More than 900 colleges + universities utilize the Common Application. Your online application portal to apply to multiple out of state and private universities. Note: BHHS does NOT sync Naviance with the Common App. Deadlines vary.
More than 150 member colleges + universities utilize the Coalition Application. Deadlines vary.
Online application system for Texas colleges + universities. Deadlines vary.
Colleges' own application site
Some colleges give you the option to apply directly through their website. Create an account and follow deadlines, material submissions directly on the college's website. Note, if a college gives you multiple options (apply on the website, or Common Application, for example, choose the option that best fits you).
International University Admissions
Application portal for universities throughout the United Kingdom. Interested in international universities? Start with NACAC's Guide to International University Admission.
Connect with admission counselors in the fall
Every year, Beverly Hills High School hosts admission counselors representing a wide variety of universities. All students have access to listen to admission presentations, get to know their regional representative, and gain a better understanding of their college options. Students may view the visit schedule and register to attend visits in
COLLEGE APPLICATION ORGANIZATION TOOLS FOR THE CLASS OF 2025
Utilize the materials below to stay on track of deadlines and BHHS College Counseling specific events.
Keep in mind, your college list and application deadlines will vary. You might be applying early, or regular depending on the college's application deadlines AND when you can present the strongest application for review.
Review academic profiles of past admitted applicants on Naviance Scattergrams as well as the college's website, meet with your counselor and the college center to review your college list for success in admission.
COLLEGE ESSAY
University of California
UCSB Admissions Youtube (Application videos, essay tips, etc.)
Private/Out of State Universities
International
Check colleges for supplemental essays. Allow yourself time to brainstorm and revise your essays before submitting.
REQUESTING LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
A letter of recommendation for college is a qualitative piece of information that helps an admission office understand how you work in the classroom, your academic engagement, your character, how you have overcome challenges, who you are as a person and many more factors that help make an admission decision.
Each college will have varying requirements and how many letters they require. Utilize the Class of 2025 Guide to Requesting Letters of Recommendation for dates, deadlines, and getting the right letters of recommendation for your applications.
COLLEGE APPLICATION ORGANIZING SYSTEMS
Download the below excel spreadsheets, save, and add your college list.
UNDERSTANDING CONTEXT
Colleges review your transcript within the context of Beverly's curriculum. Please review our school profile* and utilize spaces on the college application to showcase your academic strengths, or provide context if needed to your academic history.
*BHHS school profile is updated for the current senior class every fall by mid-September.