A Timetable for College-bound Students

A Timetable for College-bound Students

Junior Year in High School

·       Examine the educational opportunities available to you.  Discuss your plans with your parents

·       Meet with your high school counselor Mrs. Herioux.

·       Register for and take the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) which is given in October

·       Continue to select appropriate courses to meet college entrance requirements

·       Set up a calendar for taking standardized test (SAT) and completing college applications. All Juniors will take the SAT in the spring of the year as part of the MME testing.

·       Consider people to ask for letters of recommendation.

·       Visit college campuses: talk with graduates and students of the colleges you are considering.

·       Begin military academy applications

·       Attend local college fairs to examine a wide variety of schools

·       If you are hoping for an athletic scholarship complete the NCAA or NAIA Eligibility Clearinghouse Form during your Junior year.

Senior Year in High School

June, July, and August

·       Visit college campuses

·       Research scholarships-   www.fastweb.com

www.collegeboard.com

www.scholarships.com

September

·       Maintain or improve academic grades during your senior year. Colleges look unfavorably upon falling grades

·       Start send college applications to your top college choices

·       Many schools require letters of recommendation.  Notify those people you plan to use as references.

October and November

·       See Mrs. Herouix for assistance if you need help with college information

·       Stop procrastinating! Send your college applications in NOW!

·       Retake necessary entrance tests.  Have your test scores forwarded to the colleges you are considering.

·       Apply for need-based state and/or federal financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. The application becomes available October 1st.

December and January

·       Some colleges offer tentative acceptance to outstanding candidates at this time.

·       Start checking with Mrs. Herouix about scholarship opportunities

February and March

·       Continue checking for scholarships information

·       Combat “SENIORITIS” by staying involved

April, May and June

·       Keep track of acceptance, rejections, and financial aid awards.

·       Reply promptly to each college to notify them of your decision

·       Pay close attention to deadlines

·       Promptly submit deposits required for admission and housing at the college you will attend.

GOOD LUCK FROM THE GLADSTONE STAFF!!!!!

 

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