The doughnut at Greeley West was invaded by seniors who went to get their final questions answered by admissions experts as it was Colorado’s Free Application Week.
In Colorado, there is a week where all the application fees are waived and all the college applicants are allowed to apply to Colorado colleges and universities for free. On Wednesday, representatives from different colleges came to Greeley West to answer students’ questions about their institutions or just get rid of any doubts that were on their minds.
One of the main concerns of students is asking if they’re even considered for the schools they have in mind. Senior Jaime Ramirez stated that he was nervous about his application but he is confident that his application would be considered. His peers know Ramirez a notable student around Greeley West as one of the smartest students around. One of the notable accolades that Ramirez has is the list of college classes he has taken shown on his transcript and his schedule full of rigorous courses.
“I’ve applied to 10 and counting schools.” Ramirez stated. “It’s going to be different for sure. It’s like saying bye to the area where I grew up in and made memories. I have to get used to a new lifestyle, but all good things come to an end and I feel like my high school career was very virtuous.
Senior Téa Hayden, who’s involved around the school as an FFA member, has already been accepted into a university hopes it’s just the start.
“I’ve applied to the University of Wyoming and to CSU (Colorado State University) and I’ve been accepted by the University of Wyoming.” Hayden said.” I just hope that my CSU application is accepted so I can continue my education.”
Hayden shares the mixed emotions that come with applying to colleges. “It was a little stressful at first but now relieving now that I got it over with and knowing that I got it over with.”
AVID Teacher Julie Hagemeister shared her excitement to see her “school kids” applying. “It’s so much fun to see us actually execute what we have been talking about for the last three years,” Hagemeister said. “I know some of the students are nervous and I’m honored that I’m able to help these students get their stuff done with my help.”
Hagemeister also shared some words of advice to the class of 2025 who are going to do this eventually. “Do this process as early as possible and take advantage of the free application days so you can save money along the way,” Haigemeister stated. “Apply for all the scholarships possible, even the ones you’re not sure of because either way, the effort is what will matter.”
As Free Application Week comes to an end, the only hope now is that seniors are on top of everything and they keep on applying.
