• See your college counselor early to formulate plans to avoid pitfalls.
• Write for college catalogs/applications.
• Begin planning to visit schools of interest in early Fall.
• Register for October ACT if required by college of your choice.
• Register for November SAT. November/December combination of Boards is possible. (Check with advisor about the best combination for you).
• Meet with college representatives visiting the schools.

October

• Register for December ACT if required.
• Register for December SAT or Achievement test if you are planning to take either.
• Check to know if the college requires particular Achievement test for admission.
• Work on applications.
• Meet with college representatives visiting school.
• Take October ACT if registered.
• Early Decision candidates should complete college applications.

November

• Take November SAT if registered
• Be in the process of completing college application (s).
• Keep in mind that early decision deadline is often Nov. 1st or Nov. 15th.
• Check financial aid deadline.
• Determine which financial aid forms are required by the schools you are considering. (Write to each one and request a financial aid packet).
• Remind your parents that your financial aid application (needs analysis form) is due after January 1st, so they can begin gathering financial records.
• Research additional sources of financial aid with your guidance office or financial aid officer.

• Ideally complete applications by December 1st.
• Register for January Achievement Test if not taking in Dec.
• Take SAT or Achievements if registered.

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