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!!!!!