College Application Process
Decide on the type of college is the best fit for you, and then: ​
List colleges that are in your Safety, Match, and Reach ranges
Create an individualized plan
Complete Common App and Supplemental questions
Acceptance letters flood your inbox
It's not too early or too late to start
SENIORS
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Common App (Activity descriptions, Personal Statement, extra writing requirements)
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College/career exploration
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Application deadlines: EA/ED, RD, Rolling
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Resume
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SAT/ACT tutoring (all subjects)
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Scholarship search
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Student Aid/FAFSA
JUNIORS
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Analyze your transcript and plan your senior curriculum for best GPA
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Test prep for ACT and SAT and set target scores Analyze test scores for tutoring and retesting
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Start Common App
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Examine extracurricular and volunteer activities
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Check qualifications for state scholarships if available
YOUNGER
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Make an academic plan that will help you reach your goals
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Decide on course schedules: AP/DE/pathways
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Choose your activities wisely, i.e. consider an internship, start a research project, find an academic camp, explore a hobby, job shadow
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Start test prep for the PSAT