Baylor University Application Updates

Greetings from Baylor University! Baylor News & Updates We hope this newsletter will be a valuable resource to you and your students! This monthly bulletin is full of information on upcoming events, important deadlines and current offerings for prospective students. Our Admissions Counseling team is excited to work closely with you this year! Our App is Open! Students can apply for FREE through one of two ways: the Baylor Online ApplicationLinks to an external site. and the Common AppLinks to an external site.. Encourage your students to submit and complete their application by November 1.  Click hereLinks to an external site. to download a helpful PDF for an in-depth look at our application process. You'll find essential information like deadlines, FAFSA and CSS tips, scholarship opportunities and other exciting programs your students may be interested in.   PDF Resource ➔Links to an external site.   Revamped  Admission Process We have moved away from traditional admission decision plans and now use a simplified process based on application deadlines. We highly encourage students to apply by November 1, as this deadline gives them the greatest access to scholarship opportunities, such as being automatically considered for merit-based awards and invitation to specialty scholarship events if eligible. If your students are unable to apply by the November 1 deadline, we do offer a February 1 option. Students applying by this later date will still be automatically considered for merit-based scholarships, though they will not be eligible for invitation to specialty scholarship events.  Admission File Deadlines November 1 Binding (Early Decision): Student will receive an admissions decision by December 15 Student must deposit by February 15 Student will automatically be considered for merit-based awards and invitation to specialty scholarship events if eligible. November 1 Non-Binding: Student will receive an admissions decision by February 1 Student must deposit by May 1 Student will automatically be considered for merit-based awards and invitation to specialty scholarship events if eligible. February 1 Non-Binding: Student will receive an admissions decision by April 10 Student must deposit by May 1 While they will not be considered for invitation to specialty scholarship events, student will automatically be considered for merit-based awards, and they may still qualify for numerous additional scholarships in Baylor's Scholarship Universe, a portal provided to accepted Baylor students to find unique scholarship opportunities.  CSS Profile and FAFSA The CSS Profile and the FAFSA will open on October 1, 2025. Encourage your students to complete both of these financial aid applications as soon as they're available so they can be considered for need-based financial aid. Non-citizen students may be considered for Baylor-funded, institutional need-based aid (if eligible) by completing the CSS Profile. October 1: The CSS Profile and the FAFSA open November 1: Priority deadline to submit the CSS Profile for November 1 Binding and Non-Binding applicants February 1: CSS Profile final deadline and FAFSA priority deadline for applicants Application Review & Merit-Based Scholarship Season! Application review season is quickly approaching! We wanted to remind you that accepted students will receive their admission to Baylor along with a merit-based scholarship offer (if eligible)! Please be aware that merit-based scholarship offers are final upon admission. Your students can earn anywhere from $10,000 - $25,000 a year * (renewable for up to four years at Baylor) by simply applying to Baylor! No separate application is required. Learn more about the ways your students can fund their Baylor education hereLinks to an external site.. *All materials submitted as part of a student’s admission application at the time of completion will be reviewed for merit-based scholarship eligibility. While we welcome additional documents, we cannot guarantee that items submitted after their application is complete will be processed in time for scholarship consideration. Additional Application Materials Self-Reported Transcript & Academic Record System: We recommend that students self-report their academic information, including coursework and grades, with the Self-Reported Transcript and Academic Record System, or STARs. This allows Baylor Admissions to process the student's application more holistically by providing a better understanding of their GPA and individual coursework. To learn more, visit baylor.edu/STARSLinks to an external site.. Transcripts: Transcripts require significant time and attention, so please remind your students to send in their transcripts now to complete their application files. We accept either official or unofficial transcripts, although official transcripts are required for final enrollment at Baylor. Visit this webpageLinks to an external site. for more information on transcript requirements, like how to submit them and what you should include.  Upcoming Events Baylor Premiere PremiereLinks to an external site. is a jam-packed open house that helps your students learn more about what Baylor offers. It’s a great time to tour BU's award-winning campus, experience college life and ask questions of our talented faculty and staff. Open to all high school students, this event has something for everyone! Premiere is fast-approaching on October 25; we highly encourage you to recommend this event to your students. Now Open: Scholarship Events!  Each year, Baylor University awards more than $6 million in generous scholarships to high-achieving prospective freshman students who participate in our Scholarship Events! Some programs require students to submit a separate Scholarship Event Application to be considered for participation, while others are invitation only, based on a holistic review of academic records and extracurricular accomplishments. These applications for Scholarship Events are now open! Please review our comprehensive Scholarship Events websiteLinks to an external site. to learn more about program eligibility, deadlines and requirements. Event Newsletters & visitBAYLOR We're so excited to highlight some of our favorite ways your students can visit with Baylor throughout the fall! The best way your students can stay connected with us is by checking their visitBAYLOR accountLinks to an external site. regularly for upcoming opportunities online, locally and in Waco, Texas! We're also sending students a newsletter full of some of the top ways they can learn more about campus life, academic programs, the admissions process, financial aid resources and so much more. Please tell your students to keep an eye out in for both of these resources! Stay In The Know For Your Students: For those still a few years away from making their college decision, we suggest they join the Baylor Insiders TrackLinks to an external site.. It’s a great way to learn about upcoming events, special opportunities and the latest Baylor news, helping them feel more connected as they consider their future options. They may even get some digital and mailed Baylor goodies along the way! For You: Interested in visiting Baylor yourself? We would love to welcome you and get to know you better! Please submit this special request formLinks to an external site. to get started scheduling your own Baylor visit. We hope you find this information helpful as you support your students in selecting their future college homes. We wish you a successful school year ahead, and we look forward to partnering with you. If you’ll be attending NACAC this year, please stop by and say hello — we’d love the opportunity to connect! Sic 'Em! Baylor University Undergraduate Admissions One Bear Place #97056 Waco, TX 76798-7056 1-800-BAYLOR-U ApplyLinks to an external site. VisitLinks to an external site. MajorsLinks to an external site. FinAidLinks to an external site.

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University of West Georgia Open House

There’s no better time to experience the University of West GeorgiaLinks to an external site. than this Fall – the most picturesque season in the City of Dreams! Crisp air, colorful campus views, and unforgettable vibes make it the perfect moment to see if UWG feels like home.

And for a limited time, when you schedule a visitLinks to an external site. to our main campus in Carrollton or our historic Newnan location, you’ll receive free tickets to a UWG Football home game!

As a proud NCAA Division I programLinks to an external site., Wolves football brings the energy and excitement of big-time athletics right to campus – and now you can be part of it. Pair your tour with game day and see what it truly means to Go West.

Spots for visits are filling quickly, so don’t wait. Secure your place on campus today, and if you’re ready to take the next step, you can even start your application nowLinks to an external site.!

We can’t wait to welcome you to campus – and to the Pack!

Morehouse College Application Deadline and Open House Information

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:

 

September 9th

Tiger Talks Tuesday: Academics 102: Morehouse Divisions & Core Classes (Register Now)Links to an external site.

 

October 7th

Morehouse College Counselor Symposium (Register Now)Links to an external site.

 

October 24th

Morehouse College Open House

 

November 1st

Early Decision Application Deadline

Save the Date: Morehouse Open House Friday, October 24, 2025 at Morehouse College

Encourage your juniors and seniors to join us on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 9 AM – 5PM for a full day on our historic Atlanta campus. Students can experience the transformative power of a Morehouse education.   At our upcoming Open House, students and their families will spend a full day on our historic Atlanta campus exploring academics, student life, leadership opportunities, and the unique brotherhood that defines Morehouse. From campus tours and faculty showcases to admissions and financial aid sessions, this event is the perfect opportunity for students to see themselves at Morehouse. Breakfast and lunch are included.   Share this invitation with your students who are ready to step forward and discover what it means to be a Morehouse Man.

Learn MoreLinks to an external site.

Clark Atlanta University Open House is on Saturday, September 27, 2005. You must register to attend!

Augusta University to require SAT/ACT scores for

2026-2027

 

 

Greetings from Augusta University!

We hope that you had a restful summer break and your school year is off to a great start!

Augusta UniversityLinks to an external site. opened our application for the 2026-27 academic year on August 1 for prospective Jaguars, and we wanted to make sure you were aware that ACT and SAT test scores will once again be required for first-year admission.  

As you likely know, the University System of GeorgiaLinks to an external site. selected Augusta University as one of seven institutions in the 26-institution system to require SAT/ACT scores, alongside the University of Georgia, Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia State University, Georgia College and State University, Kennesaw State University and Georgia Southern University.  

While test requirements have been standard practice in the past, USG temporarily waived them for 23 of the system’s 26 institutions beginning in 2020 with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

IMPORTANT DATES

Early Action Application Deadline: October 31, 2025 

Scholarship Application Deadline: February 1, 2026 

National College Decision Day: May 1, 2026 

Final Admission Application Deadline: July 1, 2026 

Thank you for your continued support of Augusta University. Because of your partnership and support, AU welcomed the largest freshman class in its history last week! We are excited to kick-off the 2026 application cycle, and we hope to see you on-the-road or on campus soon!

Best wishes for a great school year!

College Prep 101 Planning College Fair on Saturday, September 27, 2025

Greetings,

We are excited to invite your students to our 20th Annual College/Vocational event on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at The B.E.S.T. Academy.

This year’s program will once again feature:

- Informative workshops to help you prepare for college and beyond

- A variety of colleges and universities ready to share admissions insight

- Military and vocational programs offering alternative career pathways

The growing list of participants include representation from: Alabama A&M, Alabama State University, Benedict College, Cheyney University, Clayton State, Emory, FAMU, Georgia State, Georgia Tech, Grambling University, Hampton University, Howard University, Morris Brown College, NC A&T, North Carolina State University, Texas Southern University, University of GA, University of South Carolina, University of West Georgia, Valdosta State University, Virginia Union University, Wilberforce University, Xavier University of LA, Cosmetology Schools, Barber Schools, United States Airforce and Fulton County Sheriff's Dept just to name a few.

The quick/easy registration link is: https://tinyurl.com/CollegePrep-101Links to an external site.

We look forward to welcoming your students/parents to another empowering year of College Prep 101!

Please help us to share the details with your students and your personal circle of students, student athletes and mentoring groups. 

 
Regards,
College Prep 101 Planning Committee
 

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Common Black College Application is FREE for Mount Zion High School Seniors. Waiver code: 26CCPS (All CAPS)

Apply now to any number of 67 HBCUs with the Common Black College Application, FREE for Mount Zion High School Seniors use waiver code:  26CCPS (All CAPS).  Please email your counselor to upload your transcript once you submit your application.  [https://commonblackcollegeapp.com.Links to an external site.](https://commonblackcollegeapp.com/?fbclid=IwAR1Zx2sk5n-018EAAq1ZJ8Qty3aXm1IGkhH1esBLBFjWir-BcR3o6GV3qfQLinks to an external site.)  Please make sure to select Mount Zion High School in Jonesboro, Georgia.

Bigfuture Scholarships

BigFuture Scholarships

Choose Your Class Year and Start Qualifying

Complete each step by the following deadlines for your class year to earn your entries for $500 and $40,000 scholarships. The earlier you complete each step, the more chances you’ll have to win.

Class of 2026

Your last chance, your big chance, to qualify for a BigFuture Scholarship. 

Class of 2027

Junior year is your launchpad to scholarships and finding your future college. 

Class of 2028

Sophomores will qualify for BigFuture Scholarships in December. Till then, take the career quiz and get matched with careers based on likes and dislikes. 

 

www.bigfuture.collegeboard.orgLinks to an external site. 

 

Class of 2026 - Strengthen Your College List

Seniors this is your last chance to complete the Strengthen Your College List step to qualify for $40K BigFuture Scholarship. 

Deadline to Complete: October 31, 2025

 

Registration Now Open – The Savannah State University Experience Open Campus Day!

Greetings Tiger Family and Educators,

We are excited to announce that registration is officially open for The SSU Experience, Savannah State University’s Open Campus Day for high school juniors and seniors! 

 Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
 Cost: $50 + $5.20 processing fee

This is an incredible opportunity for students to experience “The University by the Sea” up close—exploring campus life, connecting with faculty and students, and learning more about what makes Savannah State University a school of choice.

 Register Here: The SSU Experience RegistrationLinks to an external site.

We encourage all chapter members, parents, educators, and community supporters to spread the word and help ensure our high school juniors and seniors take advantage of this experience.

Thank you for your continued support as we work together to recruit and inspire the next generation of Tigers! 

In True Tiger Spirit,

John Clark

President- SSUNAA Metro Atlanta Chapter

www.mac-ssunaa.orgLinks to an external site.

 

Discussion Topic: SEPT 13- Annual College FairSEPT 13- Annual College Fair

Ms. Jessie Goree, Clayton County Board of Education (CCBOE) member representing District 3, in partnership with the Next Step Education Foundation, the Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation and College Readiness 101, will host the 12th Annual College Fair in the gymnasium at Morrow High School, located at 4300 Steele Road in Ellenwood. The fair will be open 10:00 a.m to 12:30 p.m. 

More than 50 colleges, universities, trade schools and college entrance vendors are expected to be in attendance! In excess of 1,000 students and family members, representing Clayton County, Henry County, Fulton County and others are expected to attend the 90-minute college fair. 

To register, please go https://www.nextstepeducation.org/Links to an external site.