Research (July - October)
- Explore possible careers and majors
- Research colleges online and / or visiting campuses
- Select 3 or 4 colleges that meet your needs
Gather (October - November)
- Download college and scholarship applications online
- Take ACT or SAT (make sure scores are sent to colleges you are applying to) Click Here
- Gather required information: (GPA, Class Rank, Honors, Affiliations, Activities, and Recommendations)
- Get Pin # for financial Aid at www.pin.ed.gov and keep # in safe location
Submit (December)
- Complete college and college scholarship applications
- Mail applications 1 - 2 weeks prior to deadline (check application deadline)
- SOON AFTER January 1 submit financial information to FAFSA - www.fafsa.ed.gov
- Check scholarship lists frequently through March for new scholarships and upcoming application deadlines
Decide (March - April)
- Receive college acceptance letters
- Carefully review offers (weighing cost against how well the college fits your needs)
- Sign and Return acceptance letter