As a junior, you’re standing at the beginning of an exciting journey toward discovering the right college fit for you! Now is the perfect time to begin exploring who you are, what you value, and what you want out of your college experience. This is not just about finding a school; it's about understanding yourself better — your passions, goals, and priorities. Take this time to reflect on what truly matters to you, whether that’s academic programs, campus culture, location, or extracurricular opportunities. By starting now, you’ll give yourself the space to research, visit campuses, and create a college list that aligns with your unique interests, values, and priorities. The process can be fun, and it’s all about finding a place where you can thrive and grow. Get excited about this journey — it’s all about discovering what’s best for you!

Suggested Action Steps for Juniors: 

• College Priorities Exercise  (please make a copy) - Students & parents are able to use this

• Begin your College Research (see Resources section)

• Begin College Campus Visits - unsure where you want to visit? That is okay, consider visiting local campuses in Colorado to begin getting a feel of different sizes, locations, residential vs. commuter, public vs. private, etc.). Many colleges offer virtual tours - see the Resources section for links!

• College Planning Tracker template (please make a copy) - feel free to use this template to keep track of your college research process. Edit as you see fit after making your personal copy.

• Review your PSAT scores - identify areas you need to strengthen and devise a study plan. All juniors will have the opportunity to take the SAT and ACT tests at DC in March/April 2025.

• Discover Fly-In programs for the fall of senior year!