While Juniors and Seniors are most likely to be found in the CCC, all students are encouraged to use the CCC as a resource to help educate them on the fluid landscape of post secondary college and career pathways throughout their high school career.
Each year, over 100 college representatives will visit the WOHS campus during the school day for informative presentations with our students. Subscribe to the Student Services Newsletter and Follow the CCC Instagram for the most up to date information for on campus college visits.
Click here for more information + college visit schedule.
The college matrix is a helpful tool for students and parents to make informed decisions on whether a college is an academic fit based on GPA and testing trends from the school's previous year admitted students.
Florida Public Universities -2023-24 FL SUS Guide + Matrix
Florida Private Colleges & Universities -2022 Matrix
Fee Waivers
Students requesting fee waivers for ACT, SAT, or college applications should complete the OCPS Household Economic Survey to determine eligibility.
Students can also apply for a SAT fee waiver directly from College Board linked here.
Please contact your Guidance Counselor for more information and questions.
Common App Support
Over 1,000 college and universities use Common App for admissions applications and "how to's" about Common App are some of the most frequently asked questions in the CCC.
The Common App resource site is also an excellent tool to help answer questions and guide students and their families through the process of getting to know Common App and how the application works. The CCC is always open to students for Common App support.
» Click here to be redirected to Common App's resources.
Teacher + Counselor Recommendations
Students should download, print, and complete recommendation profile forms for each teacher and/or guidance counselor they wish to secure a recommendation from. Be sure to make copies for every recommender as well as the student's personal records. It is the student's responsibility to deliver the forms to each recommender.
*Students are strongly encouraged to give teachers and guidance counselors at least 2 weeks advance notice to complete their recommendation letter.
Teacher Profile
Counselor Profile
*Paper copies are also available in the Student Services office.
Essay Information + Resources
The personal statement essay and supplemental writings on college applications is an opportunity for students to share a unique part of who they are and what they will bring to a school's campus.
Students should plan to dedicate a considerable amount of time brainstorming, writing, editing, asking for feedback, making corrections, and fine tuning their essay. Keep in mind most "competitive" colleges will require more than one writing supplement so planning ahead is essential.
FREE Essay Writing Resources
College Essay Guy: How To Write A College Essay Guide
College Essay Guy: FREE Guide to Personal Statement
College Essay Guy: Application Hub Resources
35+ Best College Essay Tips
Military Academy Information
Members of Congress are authorized by law to nominate candidates for appointment to four U.S. Military Academies. These schools include the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. The fifth service academy, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, does not require a congressional nomination for appointment. In addition to requesting a nomination from a Member of Congress or another nominating official, an individual seeking appointment to a service academy must separately apply to the service academies to which he or she seeks to be appointed.
Military academy acceptance is a rigorous process and, while not a requirement, students are strongly encouraged to start preparing during early in their junior year.
» Click to read a Guide to US Military Academies
US Naval Academy
Admissions Information
Class of 2024 Admissions Profile
US Air Force Academy
Admissions Information
US Military Academy - West Point
Admissions Information
Looking for a nomination for to a U.S. Service Academy? Contact Congresswoman Val Demings’ office for a nomination to a service academy.
Nomination Guidelines Brochure (pdf)
US Service Academy Nomination Application