Yearly Timeline

SENIORS:

Here's a checklist of what you should be doing regarding the college application process:

  • Stay on top of your classes/grades

  • Organize an area to keep all your college information

  • Research colleges online or visit the Guidance Office for help/direction

  • Register for the Fall ACT/SAT

  • Research and document application deadlines of the colleges you are interested in attending

  • Request a visit to the colleges you are interested in if you haven't already

  • Complete the Senior Survey in the Spring

  • Continue to monitor the Guidance Office webpage for updates

JUNIORS:

Here's a checklist of what you should be doing now regarding the college application process:

  • Stay on top of your classes/grades

  • Prepare for the upcoming PSAT which will be given in October

  • Attend college events(college fairs, college visits to the school, etc..)

  • Broaden your resume by participating in extracurricular activities

  • Speak with your parents about your college plans

  • Begin a list of schools that you are interested in

  • Register to take the ACT/SAT in the Spring of your junior year

SOPHOMORES:

Here's a checklist of what you should be doing regarding the college application process:

  • Stay on top of your classes/grades

  • Prepare for the upcoming PSAT

  • Attend college events(college fairs, college visits to school, etc.)

  • Begin visiting college campuses

  • Participate in extracurricular activities

FRESHMEN:

Here's a checklist of what you should be doing regarding the college application process:

  • Stay on top of your classes/grades

  • Explore careers that interest you

  • Research colleges that offer degrees in the areas of your interest

  • Make a plan of your next 5+ years