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Mission Statement
The mission statement of Woodberry Forest School includes the goal to give students "thorough preparation for the best colleges and universities consistent with their individual potentials."
In keeping with that goal, the College Counseling Office works with students in group meetings beginning in the fourth form year, and individual sessions beginning in the fifth form year to help them think about what colleges and universities might be the best match for their interests and talents.
All of our students are accepted into four-year colleges. Our college admission list includes some of the most competitive schools in the country.
Click here to go to Naviance, the central source for WFS College Counseling information
Frequently Asked Questions
• How many colleges should a student apply to?
The number of applications is ultimately up to each student. We have had students apply to from one (Early Decision acceptances) to 16 colleges, with the average being 6. It is imperative that the final list include colleges from each of the categories (Competitive, Reasonable, and Likely) and that they all be colleges the student would be happy to attend.
• What is the Common Application?
The Common Application is the recommended form for 276 colleges for admission to their undergraduate programs. All of these colleges give equal consideration to the Common Application and the colleges’ own applications. Students complete one Common Application and send copies of the form to any of the participating colleges. They also can use “Common App Online” to complete their applications and submit them electronically or in hardcopy (www.commonapp.org).
• How many times will students take the SAT Reasoning Test (SAT I)?
Woodberry students will normally take the SAT three times: once in January of their fifth form year, again in May of their fifth form year, and finally in October of their sixth form year. We do not recommend taking the test more than 3 times. Students may also take the ACT by making arrangements with the College Counseling Office.
• What is the SAT Subject Test?
The SAT Subject Test, measures how much students know about a particular academic subject and how well they can apply that knowledge. Many colleges require, or recommend, one or more of the Subject Tests for admission or placement. According to the College Board, when subject tests are used in combination with other background information (a student’s high school record, scores from other tests, such as the SAT Reasoning Test, teacher recommendations, etc.), they provide a dependable measure of your academic achievement and are a good predictor of future performance. Of the 20 tests available, students should plan to take 3 tests, including Math, and two subjects of their choice.
• Are Woodberry students considered Virginia residents by colleges?
No, students are considered residents of their home states.
• What should a student do if he wants to play NCAA sports?
The NCAA has strict eligibility requirements that can be obtained at the NCAA web site or by calling 1 (800) 638-3731. Students should meet with coaches at the colleges they visit to discuss their interest in playing sports and to find out what steps to take in the admission process to increase their chances of playing a varsity sport at a particular college.
• How can my family get financial aid?
Most colleges will need one or more of the forms below to consider you for "need-based" financial aid. The forms are: the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, (www.fafsa.ed.gov) and the CSS/Financial Aid Profile (www.collegeboard.com).
Most colleges also offer merit-based scholarships. You should contact the colleges you plan to apply to for information about these scholarships and how to be considered for them. |
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