Welcome to CAP Corner
Welcome to the Miami Sunset Senior High CAP Corner, your go-to resource for all things college! Meet Dr. A. Leal, our dedicated CAP advisor and educator with 25 years of experience, here to guide you every step of the way on your journey to higher education. This page is packed with valuable information, tips, and resources to help you navigate the college admissions process, from exploring potential schools, test preparation, financial aid and scholarships, to submitting your final application. Whether you are just starting your college search or ready to make your final decision, the CAP Corner is here to support your success.
Build a Strong College List
- How to Build a College List (dadeschools.net)
- How to Write a Strong College Statement and Essay
- Helpful links to maximize your writing and get you ahead of the curve!
Personal Satement – College Essays.pdf (dadeschools.net) - Income Survey: https://incomesurvey.dadeschools.net/
- Vocational and Technical Programs: MDCPS Technical Colleges
- Diploma Pathways: Diploma Pathways Flyer
Diploma Pathways Flyer (Creole)
Scholarships
- Nat Moore Scholarship & Vocational Grant Endowment Program
- 2024 Scholarships Website List Flyer
- Scholarships 101 – College Covered
- Angel Calzadilla Scholarship – Do the Right
- Big Future Scholarships
- EdFed HOS Scholarship
- EdFed HOS Scholarship Checklist
- FES Family Empowerment Scholarship Educational Options (English)
- FES Family Empowerment Scholarship Educational Options (Spanish)
- Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program
- Bright Futures Scholarship Handbook
- Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars (GSV)
- Florida Gold Seal CAPE Scholars (GSC)
- Gates Foundation Scholarship
- Heat Scholarships 2024
- POSSE Miami Foundation Scholarship
- PTA 2024 Scholarship
- 5 Steps To Get Started With RaiseMe Scholarships
- RaiseMe Scholarships
- National Scholarship Directory @ fastweb
- Six Great Options for Finding Scholarships
- Verified Scholarships
- Scholarship Bulletin
FAFSA
- FAFSA – Informational Videos
Parents and Family Resources
- Postsecondary Planning Timeline for Parents move here, leave as is,
- Postsecondary Planning Timeline for Students move here, leave as is.
- FAFSA – Informational Videos (hyperlinked: https://studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa/filling-out/help/videos-infographics-list#infographics )
SAT/ACT Dates and Deadlines
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- SAT: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat
- ACT: https://www.act.org/
- SAT and ACT Resources:
Strong SAT and ACT scores are crucial for your college applications. They can enhance your chances of admissions, qualify you for scholarships, and help you stand out among other applicants. Investing time in preparing for these exams can open doors to more opportunities and give you a competitive edge in the college admissions process. Click on this link to best prepare for these exams: Steps for Linking College Board and Khan Academy Accounts | SAT Suite of Assessments – The College Board (dadeschools.net)
| 2024-2025 SAT Dates | ||
| SAT Exam Date | Registration Deadline | Late Registration/Changes Deadline |
| August 24, 2024 | August 9, 2024 | August 13, 2024 |
| October 5, 2024 | September 20, 2024 | September 24, 2024 |
| November 2, 2024 | October 18, 2024 | October 22, 2024 |
| December 7, 2024 | November 22, 2024 | November 26, 2024 |
| March 8, 2025 | February 21, 2025 | February 25, 2025 |
| May 3, 2025 | April 18, 2025 | April 22, 2025 |
| June 7, 2025 | May 22, 2025 | May 27, 2025 |
| 2024-2025 ACT Dates and Deadlines | ||
| ACT Exam Date | Registration Deadline | Late Registration Deadline |
| September 14, 2024 | August 9, 2024 | August 25, 2024 |
| October 26, 2024 | September 20, 2024 | October 7, 2024 |
| December 14, 2024 | November 8, 2024 | November 22, 2024 |
| February 8, 2025 | January 3, 2025 | January 20, 2025 |
| April 5, 2025 | February 28, 2025 | March 16, 2025 |
| June 14, 2025 | May 9, 2025 | May 26, 2025 |
| July 12, 2025 | June 6, 2025 | June 20, 2025 |
SCOIR
All students (9th through 12th grade) need to activate their Scoir account to track their applications and request transcripts and letters of recommendation. Use the link below to activate their account. See Dr. Leal for additional information. https://www.scoir.com/
Undocumented Students
Upcoming Events
- Coffee Chat with CIS & CAP – November 14th @9 am (English, Spanish, Haitian-Creole)