Read through this packet

Complete a list of schools you would like to consider (between 5 and 30 at this point)

Create or update your resume - consider using Xello

Discuss college with your family: Talk about schools, finances, majors, your future

Visit campuses

Watch the announcements for visits from college representatives

Consider whether or not to register for the PSAT, see your counselor if you have questions

Get a professional-sounding email address: Use something based on your name or hobby; nothing cutesy or eyebrow-raising

Attend virtual Financial Aid Night at MHS to start learning about college financial aid

• • September 17th at 6:00pm

Start searching for scholarships and ways to pay for your education

Review different kinds of schools and think about what's important to you

Attend college fairs and financial aid nights

• • ICC College Night - October 2020, if offered. More details to come.

Plan and make college visits

Continue searching and learning about colleges

Talk with your college friends about their schools

If you took the PSAT, review your results with your counselor. Use Khan Academy (collegeboard.org) for free SAT practice to improve your scores.

Select senior year courses, meet with your counselor if you have questions

Begin preparing for the SAT/ACT - look for prep courses

• • MHS offers a SAT review.

  • Khan Academy (collegeboard.org) offers free personalized test practice.

Continue visiting colleges

Generate a list of colleges you are considering

Continue talking with friends and family about college

Narrow down your choices and begin deciding which school you will apply to

SAT given at MHS - April 13th, 2021.

Continue visiting colleges

Retake the SAT/ACT, if you choose

Improve your reading and vocabulary skills

Search for scholarships and ways to pay for college

Combine vacation plans with campus visits

Start working on your college application essays

Decide who you will ask for letters of recommendation