College Application Process

 The Rochester City School District is utilizing SchooLinks as the primary program that counselors will use to assist seniors through the college application process.  SchooLinks is a college and career readiness system that School Counselors will utilize at all grade levels to support students in their future plans.

Tasks will include:

• Submitting Transcripts
• Completing Secondary School Reports
• Letters of Recommendation will only be processed through SchooLinks – Counselors and Teachers
• Access SchooLinks through ROConnect dashboard 
  • Use student login credentials - https://launchpad.classlink.com/rcsdk12 

Next Steps:

• Log into your student account.
• Review activity for the corresponding grade level.
• Questions?  See your counselor.
• Click Here for an overview of the college application process - College Application Process

• College Admissions Visits
  • We are eager to assist you in applying for colleges and to plan for your career. College admissions counselors visit School of the Arts throughout the year and college visits are listed in SchooLinks.  Students can view and register for these visits through their student account. 
  • Students will receive a digital pass from their counselor to meet with a college admissions representative excusing them from class. Students are responsible for any missed class assignments.  
• College Applications
  • Students are responsible for monitoring college application deadlines, updating their SchooLinks accounts and communicating with their counselor regarding applications and deadlines.
  • Students will request letters of recommendation through their SchooLinks account after a conversation with the recommending teacher.  Students are responsible for updating their resume or updating their profile on SchooLinks. 
• FAFSA/Financial Aid
  • Students are responsible for monitoring college application deadlines, updating their SchooLinks accounts and communicating with their counselor regarding applications and deadlines.