Take challenging classes and do well!

Preparing for college starts with the learning you do now.
Click to see how your high school record will measure up when you get to college....
Half the battle is staying organized and not getting behind!
Know your high school requirements, and get to know your counselor!

Prep for the SAT1 by taking the PSAT

Take a practice test first to get the most out of this 9th- or 10th-grade run-through.

Take Subject-Area Tests

Take AP and SAT2 Subject Tests tests as soon as you complete a specific course.

Attend a Seattle-area college fair

Find out more about the National Association of College Admission Counselors (NACAC) fall College Fairs and Performing and Visual Arts Fairs, as well as PNACAC's Spring College Fair.

Pursue a passion -- get involved

It's better to do a few extra-curricular activities with commitment than spread yourself thin!
Don't forget to look for community service and volunteer opportunities!

Read good literature and write daily

These are the most important skills you'll need when you go to college.
Reading these books will help you learn lots of words!
Keep a journal, write letters to friends, write and revise your school papers....