Advice from a successful senior
Take challenging core courses
Explore career interests
Job shadow
Become involved in school and community
Save for college
Research college
Junior Year:
Take your standardized tests- In the spring and summer register for SAT and ACT.
Continue studying for the SAT and ACT
Go to college fairs
Make a list of possible colleges that you are interested in
Visit colleges
Over the summer start working on your college essay and Common App
Senior year:
Register for the ACT and SAT. Register early to avoid late fees. You will need a credit card to register online.
Make sure you have a REACH, FIT, and SAFETY school on your college list. Remember to include a financial safety school as well.
Look at the college admissions requirements for the schools you are interested in and check to see if your transcript/test scores match what they require for admission.
With the exception of Early Action/Decision applicants, a general rule of thumb is to have all college applications in by December break. Thanksgiving is a great time to work on/submit your applications.
Know your deadlines!