Question

What's missing from this list of things required for a college application?

Application essay
Exam scores
Texas Success Initiative Assessment
Letters of recommendation
Resume

High school transcript

Accommodation request

Parent or guardian’s financial information

Citizenship documentation

Answer 1

Here are common items often required for a college application that are not on your list. Some schools require all of these; others only a subset — always check the specific college’s checklist.

Application basics
- Completed application form (Common App, Coalition, school-specific)
- Application fee (or fee waiver request)
- Applicant contact information and SSN (if provided)

Academic records and school reports
- Official test score reports sent by testing agency (SAT/ACT/AP/IB sent directly)
- School/counselor recommendation or school report (separate from teacher letters)
- Mid‑year report and final transcript (sent after admission/at graduation)
- High school profile (often uploaded by counselor)

Recommendations and statements
- Counselor recommendation (distinct from teacher letters)
- Supplemental essays or program-specific questions (beyond the main essay)

Financial aid and residency documents
- FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
- CSS Profile (for some private colleges)
- Tax returns/W‑2s or verification documents for financial aid
- Residency proofs (in‑state residency documents) if applicable
- Application fee waiver documentation

International and language documents
- Passport and visa/immigration documents
- English proficiency scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo) if applicable

Health and legal
- Immunization/health records and health insurance info
- Conduct/disciplinary history disclosure (many apps ask)
- Background information (some programs/background checks)

Program‑specific or optional materials
- Portfolios, audition recordings, or supplemental materials for arts
- Resume/activities list (if not already submitted)
- Research or sending official employer verification for special programs

Post‑admission / enrollment items (often later)
- Enrollment deposit and housing application
- Final official transcript
- Orientation registration

If you tell me the specific college or application system (Common App, Coalition, state system), I can produce a tailored checklist of exactly what that school typically requires.