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FastFocus: Admissions

College Admissions Checklist

 

Junior Year
Start thinking about college choice. Make an appointment to talk with your guidance counselor.
Register with www.fastweb.com to find the money you need for college.
Plan to take your PSAT during your junior year and start studying for the ACT or SAT.
Summer after Junior Year
Visit college campuses and ask friends in college for their advice.
Request applications and brochures from your top colleges.
Get started on college application essays by writing sample drafts.
Take some time out to prepare for your standardized tests.

Senior Year

September:
Get your applications in order by creating files for your target schools. Make a list of application requirements (essays, transcripts, etc.) and deadlines.
Request letters of recommendation from teachers and community leaders.
October
Talk to your parents about college cost. Decide how much you can afford and explore your options for funding.
Visit www.finaid.org to learn more about financial aid.
Start applying for scholarships from private organizations. Check your FastWeb Message Center for new scholarships.
November
If you're applying through Early Action or Early Decision, get your application in this month.
December
Work on those college applications! Many applications are due in early January.
January
File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible after January 1.
Check with your prospective colleges about additional financial aid application forms and requirements.
March/April
Check the mail for admissions letters and financial aid awards.
Compare your admissions offers. Ask your guidance counselor to help you weigh your options.
Time for a decision! Most schools ask that you choose your school by May 1.
May
Don't forget to notify schools you have decided not to attend.
Double-check any final deadlines for housing, financial aid, etc.