For 12th Grade
Welcome, 12th graders and families!
As 12th graders return for their final year, they continue their work with their dedicated College Advisor—part of a relationship that began in 11th grade through one-on-one meetings designed to build momentum and purpose. By now, students are expected to arrive with key college application elements already underway, including:
- A proposed college list
- A completed Common Application
- A draft of the personal essay
What We Do
College Advisors provide individualized guidance throughout the application process. This includes:
- Answering questions and offering strategic advice
- Reviewing drafts and application materials
- Helping students build a smart, personalized plan
- Supporting students in submitting strong, authentic applications they’re proud of
FALL COLLEGE REP VISITS
With teacher permission, 12th graders are encouraged to attend fall visits from college representatives. These visits are:
- Advertised weekly via email (sent directly to 12th graders)
- Archived for easy access at the bottom of this page (Seattle Academy sign-in required
FAQs You May Be Wondering About
At this stage, families often ask:
- What should my 12th grader be working on now?
- Checklist for senior fall
- Checklist for financial aid
- Testing Context and Next Steps (fall 2024)
- Demonstrating interest to colleges
You’ll find answers to these and more in our FAQ section.
OUR PROCESS
College advising at Seattle Academy is both highly individualized and deeply structured. Students and families work closely with their assigned College Advisor to reflect, plan and take action. A central tool in this process is MaiaLearning, which becomes available to all 11th and 12th grade families once their advising process officially begins.