Research

• Finalize college list
• Decide on Early Decision
• Visit more colleges
• Attend College Fairs
• Attend college information sessions at high school & regional presentations
• Write to departments that interest you

High School

• Confirm teacher recommendations
• Meet with high school counselor to confirm grad requirements and recommendation procedures
• Check transcript for accuracy
• Order transcripts
• Give Secondary School Report materials to counselor
• Give Recommendation materials to teachers and other recommenders
• Give Mid-Year Report forms to counselor
• Finish 7th semester with the best possible grades

Testing

• Complete testing retakes
• Send test scores after last test is complete

Application

• Organize college files and workspace
• Fill out Application Checklists
• Complete Common Application
• Finalize resume
• Finalize essay
• Complete non-Common and scholarship applications
• Complete supplementary essays
• Send supplemental materials (tapes, CDs, art portfolios)
• Proofread applications
• Electronically submit or copy and mail printed applications
• Prepare for interviews
• Make sure parents have financial aid information and timelines