Junior Year Checklist

1. Create your college list using the  College List Organizer to list your colleges. (Check out this Self-Survey for the College Bound)

2. Use Supermatch College Search on Naviance (log in through Schoology it's FREE), or go to NAVIANCE LOG IN

3. Start your Brag Sheet, especially if you're applying to Private Colleges & Universities on the Common Application

4. If you're applying to highly selective colleges make sure to register for the SAT or ACT

5. Get involved! Consider a leadership position :-)

6. Attend Virtual Sessions for colleges you're interested in

7. Visit Colleges in-person

8. Think about who you want to write your letters of recommendation, request them by the end of junior year if you can

9. Draft your Personal Insight Questions for the UC application

10. Check out finaid.org to learn more about how financial aid will look for them

11. Check out Net Price Calculator to learn about the cost of college for you

12. Take the Naviance Career Interest Profiler

13. During the Summer, if you're applying to Privates, begin writing your Personal Statement; see Common Application Prompts

11th Grade College Prep Presentation

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Resources

SAT VS. ACT: Which Exam should you take?

List of Colleges requiring the SAT/ACT in 2024-2025

*Important Note: College testing policies can change frequently. Before applying, it's crucial to always double-check the most current requirements on each school's official website.