`COLLEGE ADMISSIONS`

`Welcome`

At Wilberforce, the goal of education is to cultivate adults who are equipped to care for, govern, and build God’s kingdom. For the majority of our students, education at the college level will be an important part of achieving this goal.

Finding a good fit for college, submitting applications, and learning how to fund college is a complex process. Our school’s role is to provide personalized guidance to help inform and prepare students and families at each milestone.

We work closely with students and families to help identify colleges where our students will continue to develop as whole persons—intellectually, socially, and spiritually. Initial counseling meetings help students identify colleges of interest and become familiar with the application process, while later meetings focus on helping students submit their applications.

We provide detailed timelines for applying with key dates and deadlines. We also offer up-to-date materials and resources. Wilberforce also hosts college application and financial aid workshops. Additionally, students may attend sessions hosted by college representatives who visit the school.

The first and most important step in the process is to fully engage in the Wilberforce community of learners.

Please click on the links to learn more about the support we offer our students along the way.

Sincerely,

Susan Antlitz and Emily Yoder
College Admissions Counselors
college.admissions@wilberforceschool.org

Overview

Wilberforce's college admissions program is a comprehensive process that involves group sessions, one-on-one meetings, year-round services, and resources to help students successfully apply to college.

College Admissions Calendar Dates

2026 - 2027 College Admissions Calendar Dates

End of August	College Application Boot Camp II	Four-day application and essay camp for Seniors to kickstart the application season
September	Senior Parent Meeting (Zoom)	Supporting your senior during application season
November	11th Grade College Night	Overview of the research and application process for Juniors and their parents
February/March	The College Funding Coach "Secrets of Paying for College" Workshop	Workshop giving families an overview of saving and paying for college
April	9th & 10th Grade College Planning Night	An overview of the college search process for our 9th and 10th grade families
End of May	College Application Boot Camp I	Application and essay workshop for rising Seniors

2026–2027 Standardized Testing Dates

Digital PSAT, October 2026 - Administered during the school day at The Wilberforce School. PSAT (10th Grade) on October 14, 2026 and PSAT (11th Grade) on October 15, 2026. 10th and 11th graders will be automatically registered for the PSAT.

2026–2027 SAT Dates (Register online at: http://www.collegeboard.org/)

SAT Test Date*	Registration Deadline	Late Fee Required
August 22, 2026	August 7, 2026	August 11
September 12, 2026	August 28, 2026	September 1
October 3, 2026	September 18, 2026	September 22
November 7, 2026	October 23, 2026	October 27
December 5, 2026	November 20, 2026	November 24
March 6, 2027	February 19, 2027	February 23
April 12, 2027	SAT School Day at The Wilberforce School (Juniors Only)
May 1, 2027	April 16, 2027	April 20
June 5, 2027	May 21, 2027	May 25

* Students who need to borrow a device from College Board will need to register and request their device earlier than the registration deadline (at least 30 days before test day).

2026 – 2027 ACT Dates (Register online at: http://www.act.org)

Test Date	Registration Deadline Late Fee Applies After This Date	Late Registration Deadline
September 19, 2026	August 14, 2026	September 1
October 17, 2026	September 11, 2026	September 29
December 12, 2026	November 6, 2026	November 29
February 27, 2027	January 22, 2027	February 9
April 10, 2027	March 5, 2027	March 23
June 12, 2027	May 7, 2027	May 25
July 10, 2027	June 4, 2027	June 22

Students must register for all SAT or ACT tests on their own. Registration can take up to 60 minutes, so plan accordingly. We recommend you choose a testing center that is a convenient distance from your home. The Wilberforce CEEB Code is 311-264.

College Information Programs

11th Grade College Night (November)
An in-depth look at the college application timeline and process for junior students and families.

Secrets of Paying for College (February/March)
Hosted by The College Funding Coach. This workshop gives families an overview of how to save and pay for college.

9th and 10th Grade College Planning Night (April)
An overview of the college search and application process for 9th & 10th grade students and families.

College Application Boot Camps (End of May and August)
These two camps give seniors a jump start on applying to college in the spring of their junior year and before their senior year begins. We help customize a college list, review essay writing strategies, and explain common pitfalls to avoid on college applications. Students will receive detailed, individualized feedback with ample time to revise personal statements and supplemental essays.

SAT Registration - April 12, 2027

This In-School SAT Administration is for Wilberforce Juniors (Class of 2028) only. Please do not register students in other grades. The cost of the test is $60.

Click here to register

Teacher Recommendations

Most college applications require at least one and possibly two teacher recommendations. We recommend that all students ask two teachers for recommendations. A teacher recommendation focuses specifically on a student’s academics and contributions in the context of the classroom. A few considerations when choosing teachers are listed below:

It is most important to ask teachers who know you well and can speak sincerely to your academic endeavors and personal qualities.
Typically, you will ask teachers who taught you during Junior year, since those teachers taught you most recently. However, students may ask 9th or 10th grade teachers, especially if they will be teaching you again during senior year.
If you are pursuing a specific field of study in college, it makes sense to ask a teacher who can speak to your academic abilities in that field. For example, if you plan to study mathematics or engineering, you should certainly ask your mathematics teacher to write for you.
Ask your teachers in person at least one month before a recommendation is due. We recommend asking teachers before the end of Junior year, so that they have ample time to write.

After a teacher agrees to write a recommendation for you, please complete the Teacher Recommendation Questionnaire and return it to your recommenders within two weeks.

Wilberforce School Profile:

View our school profile here.

2026 College Admissions Handbook:

View our College Admissions Handbook here.