COLLEGE PLANNING CALENDAR SENIOR YEAR
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SEPTEMBER Finalize list of colleges Check online or write for college applications Register by mail or online for Fall: SAT I/SAT II, ACT, TOEFL Complete ROTC and service academy applications Complete NCAA Clearinghouse forms File CSS Profile if needed
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OCTOBER Note application deadlines Search for scholarships Submit early decision applications Begin working on regular admissions applications Finalize teacher recommendations Attend College Fair and College Night programs Take the SAT I, ACT or TOEFL; if applicable |
NOVEMBER Continue with college applications and essays Submit requests for recommendations and transcripts Take SAT I/SAT II or ACT Take TOEFL Register/pay for Advanced Placement exams Schedule interviews or auditions if necessary.
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DECEMBER Look for early decision notification Attend financial aid workshop Pick up financial aid forms in the guidance department Take the SAT I/SAT II or ACT
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JANUARY Submit financial aid forms as soon after January 1 as possible – use online application or paper (ex. FAFSA) Take SAT I/SAT II or TOEFL
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FEBRUARY Semester grades mailed to all colleges where applications were sent Avoid senior slump!
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MARCH Be aware of scholarship deadlines Consider summer opportunities
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APRIL Respond to college acceptances and submit required fees Follow up on applications Attend spring college fairs and apply to additional colleges, if necessary
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MAY Take Advanced Placement, or certification exams Notify all colleges by May 1 of your decisions and notify your counselor
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JUNE GRADUATION! CONGRATULATIONS
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Ongoing
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Visit college representatives.
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Revisit colleges.
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Complete applications accurately and on time.
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Continue to STUDY.
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Stay in contact with your guidance counselor.