Looking for resources or things to do as we all navigate this time? Check out this page:

Junior/Rising Senior

To-Do Items

College terms: Brush up on all the college terms here
College list: Begin fine tuning your college list
- - - How?
      - Search on College Board, Cappex, as well as the lists available here
        Focus on colleges that meet at least 80% of financial need (remember you can select this search option on College Board under the "Paying" tab)
        Think about which colleges you like: big, small, small town, city, big sports teams, etc.
    - Which colleges should be included?
      - At least one Maine public school
        Schools that have the major(s) you might want to study
        A range of schools: good bet, reach, safety (usually 3-8 colleges total)
        Consider schools that push you a bit out of your comfort zone...what about a school in a different state?
Attend a Financial Aid Workshop: Optional, but very helpful! Learn more here

College List: Write down your college list and share it with your advisor
SAT: Practice for re-taking the SAT and plan when you will take it
- - - The upcoming updated test dates are here
      - Anticipated Saturday test dates: June 1, August 24, October 5, November 2, 2019
    - Ask your advisor for an SAT fee waiver (fee waiver can be used for free during late registration, too!)
Recommendations: Ask your advisor about requesting recommendations from teachers

Senior Packet: Review UB senior packet and make a plan to complete each step so you can earn your stipend. An electronic copy can be found here
College Essay: Learn more about college essays here

Subject Tests: Check to see if the colleges on your list consider/require SAT Subject Tests (tests that are subject-specific, learn more here)
- - - A list of colleges considering SAT Subject tests is available here
Senior Packet: Work on UB senior packet (brag sheet and essay). Electronic copies can be found here
Senior Power Week: Start UB Senior Power week! (Monday, July 29 at 2:00 PM - Friday, August 2 around 7:30 PM)

Senior Power Week: Finish UB Senior Power week (Monday, July 29, 2019 at 2:00 PM - Friday, August 2, 2019 around 7:30 PM)
FSA ID: Create your FSA ID (your electronic signature you will use to sign your FAFSA)
Money: Learn more about scholarships here and financial aid here
Look ahead: Click here to begin your senior to-do list!

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