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Getting Prepared
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
100
Follow a college prep program in high school
What is the most important thing you can do to prepare for college?
100
All courses and grades will be on transcript and grades will be used to calculate GPA
Why is it important to do well as a freshman?
100
A practice test for the ACT
What is the PLAN?
100
Register with the NCAA
What should you do if you plan to play college sports?
100
Fall of your senior year
When should you begin filling out applications for college admission?
200
-Take college prep courses -Make good grades -Get involved in school and community activities
What are three things you should do in high school to prepare for college?
200
Recommended college prep courses
What should you include in your 4-year plan?
200
To get a feel for campuses and making your decision on what college best fits your needs
Why is it important to visit college campuses?
200
Meet with college reps, attend college fairs and visit college websites
What are three ways to research college options?
200
Encourage your parents to get their tax information
What should you do if you are applying for financial aid?
300
It will keep you organized and on-track
Why is it important to follow a timeline when planning for college?
300
To stay on track
Why should you make your four year plan?
300
This test is primarily for juniors, but many sophomores take it for practice.
What is the PSAT?
300
Make sure your senior courses meet your high school graduation requirements
What should you do about your senior schedule?
300
As soon after January 1st as possible
When should you submit your FAFSA?
400
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How many years of high school science do most colleges require?
400
Parents, high school counselors
Who should you be talking to about your plans to attend college?
400
Size, location, cost
What should you be looking for in a college?
400
By fall of your senior year
When should you have your choices for college narrowed down?
400
Spring of your senior year
When should you tell your counselor where to send your final transcript?
500
By taking advanced, honors, and AP classes whenever possible
How do most colleges recommend students to challenge themselves?
500
It lists all of the courses you plan to take each year
What is a four year plan?
500
So you know where to apply
Why should you narrow your college choices by the fall of your senior year?
500
The ones you are seriously considering
Which colleges should you revisit your senior year?