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CLICK BELOW FOR A SEASONAL CHECKLIST TO STAY ON TOP OF YOUR COLLEGE AND CAREER JOURNEY
September
Senior Conferences: Schedule your Senior Conference with your School Counselor: (September) to review your college list; the college application process & review the Common Application.
Complete College Profile Survey in Naviance (if not already completed)
Consider making a “college-admissions only” email address if you haven't already.
Create College Portal Accounts (if you haven’t already)
Check your emails, college portal accounts regularly
Campus Tours/Campus Visits: Students/Parents Explore Colleges/Universities- Continue to visit College Campuses of Interest: Visit Colleges: Make appointments with the Admissions Office or register on-line through the College/University.
Interview with Admissions Representatives (as applicable)
Continue to work on your college essays
Create a Common Application account and start completing all sections of the Common Application.
Complete STARS (formerly SSAR/SRAR) if applicable
Be mindful of College Application Deadlines (early action, early decision, priority, regular, rolling, etc.)
List colleges that you are applying to in Naviance: Add in “Colleges I’m Applying To” List in Naviance: Confirm college application deadlines in Naviance.
Confirm college applications, types and deadlines with your School Counselor/School Counseling Department Clerical
Personally ask a teacher for a letter of recommendation letter and add request to Naviance (under “Colleges I’m Applying to” tab) NO later than October 1.
Register for October/November SAT (if applicable)
Research scholarship opportunities and check Naviance Scholarship List
Take ACT (if applicable)
Attend MHS College Mini Fair Program (September-December) in College & Career Center
Attend MHS College Essay Workshop
Attend MHS Financial Aid Night
Service Learning Graduation Requirement- Submit Service Learning Hours via MHS Digital Service Learning System in Infinite Campus (IC)
October
Request teacher letter of recommendation by 10/1 (and add request to Naviance (under “Colleges I’m Applying to” tab)
Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA® Form) (FAFSA Website): Anticipated Opening: October 1!
Apply for NYS Scholarships!
Apply for NYS TAP NYS Tuition Assistance Program (TAP): Opens October 1
Continue completing your Common Application
Complete STARS (formerly SSAR/SRAR) if applicable
Create College Portal Accounts (if you haven’t already)
Check your emails, college portal accounts regularly
Take SAT (if applicable)
Attend MHS College Mini Fair Program (September-December) in College & Career Center
Attend Regional College fairs in the area. They are free!
Attend MHS College Admissions Roundtable Discussion Evening Event
Continue working on College Applications.
List colleges that you are applying to in Naviance: Add in “Colleges I’m Applying To” List in Naviance: Confirm college application deadlines in Naviance.
Be mindful of College Application Deadlines (early action, early decision, priority, regular, rolling, etc.)
Continue to work on your college essays. You can ask for feedback from your English Teacher & your School Counselor!
Submit your College Applications
Report/Send SAT/ACT scores to colleges from your College Board and/or ACT account
Campus Tours/Campus Visits: Students/Parents Explore Colleges/Universities- Continue to visit College Campuses of Interest: Visit Colleges: Make appointments with the Admissions Office or register on-line through the College/University.
Interview with Admissions Representatives (as applicable)
Research scholarship opportunities and check Naviance Scholarship List
Service Learning Graduation Requirement- Submit Service Learning Hours via MHS Digital Service Learning System in Infinite Campus (IC)
November
Take SAT (if applicable)
Submit your college applications
Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA® Form) (FAFSA Website)
Apply for NYS Scholarships!
Check your emails, college portal accounts regularly
Attend MHS College Mini Fair Program (September-December) in College & Career Center
Parents Attend: MHS Coffee with Counselors Events: 11th & 12th Grade Parents Only
Students Attend: MHS Alumni Panel Senior Class Event (November-Last Day before Thanksgiving Break-During School Day: Periods 3-4)
Research scholarship opportunities and check Naviance Scholarship List
Notify Your School Counselor if colleges you are applying to request 1st quarter grades
List colleges that you are applying to in Naviance: Add in “Colleges I’m Applying To” List in Naviance: Confirm college application deadlines in Naviance.
Be mindful of College Application Deadlines (early action, early decision, priority, regular, rolling, etc.)
Confirm college applications, types and deadlines with your School Counselor/School Counseling Department Clerical
Submit your College Applications
Report/Send SAT/ACT scores to colleges from your College Board and/or ACT account
Campus Tours/Campus Visits: Students/Parents Explore Colleges/Universities- Continue to visit College Campuses of Interest: Visit Colleges: Make appointments with the Admissions Office or register on-line through the College/University.
Interview with Admissions Representatives (as applicable)
Service Learning Graduation Requirement- Submit Service Learning Hours via MHS Digital Service Learning System in Infinite Campus (IC)
December
Campus Tours/Campus Visits: Students/Parents Explore Colleges/Universities- Continue to visit College Campuses of Interest: Visit Colleges: Make appointments with the Admissions Office or register on-line through the College/University.
Interview with Admissions Representatives (as applicable)
Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA® Form) (FAFSA Website)
Apply for NYS Scholarships!
Research scholarship opportunities and check Naviance Scholarship List
List colleges that you are applying to in Naviance: Add in “Colleges I’m Applying To” List in Naviance: Confirm college application deadlines in Naviance.
Be mindful of College Application Deadlines (early action, early decision, priority, regular, rolling, etc.)
Confirm college applications, types and deadlines with your School Counselor/School Counseling Department Clerical
Submit your College Applications
Report/Send SAT/ACT scores to colleges from your College Board and/or ACT account
Check your emails, college portal accounts regularly
Enter in Naviance any updates on college decisions and acceptances
Campus Tours/Campus Visits: Students/Parents Explore Colleges/Universities- Continue to visit College Campuses of Interest: Visit Colleges: Make appointments with the Admissions Office or register on-line through the College/University.
Interview with Admissions Representatives (as applicable)
Service Learning Graduation Requirement- Submit Service Learning Hours via MHS Digital Service Learning System in Infinite Campus (IC)
January
Campus Tours/Campus Visits: Students/Parents Explore Colleges/Universities- Continue to visit College Campuses of Interest: Visit Colleges: Make appointments with the Admissions Office or register on-line through the College/University.
Interview with Admissions Representatives (as applicable)
Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA® Form) (FAFSA Website)
Apply for NYS Scholarships!
Research scholarship opportunities and check Naviance Scholarship List
List colleges that you are applying to in Naviance: Add in “Colleges I’m Applying To” List in Naviance: Confirm college application deadlines in Naviance.
Be mindful of College Application Deadlines
Confirm college applications, types and deadlines with your School Counselor/School Counseling Department Clerical
Submit your College Applications
Report/Send SAT/ACT scores to colleges from your College Board and/or ACT account
Check your emails, college portal accounts regularly
Enter in Naviance any updates on college decisions and acceptances
Campus Tours/Campus Visits: Students/Parents Explore Colleges/Universities- Continue to visit College Campuses of Interest: Visit Colleges: Make appointments with the Admissions Office or register on-line through the College/University.
Interview with Admissions Representatives (as applicable)
Service Learning Graduation Requirement- Submit Service Learning Hours via MHS Digital Service Learning System in Infinite Campus (IC)
February
Campus Tours/Campus Visits: Students/Parents Explore Colleges/Universities- Continue to visit College Campuses of Interest: Visit Colleges: Make appointments with the Admissions Office or register on-line through the College/University.
Interview with Admissions Representatives (as applicable)
Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA® Form) (FAFSA Website)
Apply for NYS Scholarships!
Apply for local MHS Senior Awards and Scholarships
Research scholarship opportunities and check Naviance Scholarship List
List colleges that you are applying to in Naviance: Add in “Colleges I’m Applying To” List in Naviance: Confirm college application deadlines in Naviance.
Be mindful of College Application Deadlines
Confirm college applications, types and deadlines with your School Counselor/School Counseling Department Clerical
Submit your College Applications
Report/Send SAT/ACT scores to colleges from your College Board and/or ACT account
Check your emails, college portal accounts regularly
Enter in Naviance any updates on college decisions and acceptances
Campus Tours/Campus Visits: Students/Parents Explore Colleges/Universities- Continue to visit College Campuses of Interest: Visit Colleges: Make appointments with the Admissions Office or register on-line through the College/University.
Interview with Admissions Representatives (as applicable)
Service Learning Graduation Requirement- Submit Service Learning Hours via MHS Digital Service Learning System in Infinite Campus (IC)
March
Visit colleges: Schedule an overnight visit to help compare colleges and make a final decision
Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA® Form) (FAFSA Website)
Apply for NYS Scholarships!
Apply for local MHS Senior Awards and Scholarships
Research scholarship opportunities and check Naviance Scholarship List
Check your emails, college portal accounts regularly
Enter in Naviance any updates on college decisions and acceptances
Complete ACCES-VR (for students with IEP/504)
Service Learning Graduation Requirement- Submit Service Learning Hours via MHS Digital Service Learning System in Infinite Campus (IC)
April
Compare college acceptances and financial aid offers
Check your emails, college portal accounts regularly
Enter in Naviance any updates on college decisions and acceptances
Attend MHS School Counseling Department Career and Service Learning Fair
Complete Senior Survey in Naviance
Make final decision on which school you will attend: Update Naviance with the College/University you will be attending in the Fall!: Enter your final choice of what college/university you will be attending in the Fall in Naviance in “College I’m Attending”
Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA® Form) (FAFSA Website)
Apply for NYS Scholarships!
Apply for local MHS Senior Awards and Scholarships
Research scholarship opportunities and check Naviance Scholarship List
Service Learning Graduation Requirement- Submit Service Learning Hours via MHS Digital Service Learning System in Infinite Campus (IC)
May
Compare college acceptances and financial aid offers
Check your emails, college portal accounts regularly
Complete Senior Survey in Naviance
Make final decision on which school you will attend: Update Naviance with the College/University you will be attending in the Fall!: Enter your final choice of what college/university you will be attending in the Fall in Naviance in “College I’m Attending”
Most Deposits are often required by May 1!
Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA® Form) (FAFSA Website)
Submit the FAFSA/DREAM ACT Waiver Form.pdf to the MHS School Counseling Department if you will NOT be submitting the FAFSA.
Apply for NYS Scholarships!
Research scholarship opportunities and check Naviance Scholarship List
Service Learning Graduation Requirement- Submit Service Learning Hours via MHS Digital Service Learning System in Infinite Campus (IC)
June
Complete Senior Survey in Naviance
Update Naviance with the College/University you will be attending in the Fall!: Enter your final choice of what college/university you will be attending in the Fall in Naviance in “College I’m Attending”
Send your Concurrent Enrollment College Course Transcripts to your enrolled/committed College.
Service Learning Graduation Requirement- Submit Service Learning Hours via MHS Digital Service Learning System in Infinite Campus (IC)
GRADUATION!!! CONGRATULATIONS!
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