college planning for 12th graders
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College planning while in 12th gradeTimeline for the entire year
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FALLThis season entails pre-preparation. Do your background work, begin with applications and lay the groundwork.
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NOVEMBER
Concentrate on your school grades Finalise your essays
OCTOBER
Take the SATFor early decision – complete your
application Get your transcripts and paperwork in
place
SEPTEMBER
If not already done - Register for SAT(Oct/Nov) OR ACT(Oct)
Begin working on college essays Request for letters of recommendation
AUGUST
Finalise college list Register for ACT/SAT (Sept/Oct) Focus on grades and extracurriculars
WINTERIn this season you will begin with the core application process. First couple of months are crucial for early admission seekers.
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MARCH
Apply for late deadline/rolling admissions if needed Register for AP/any last standardized test
FEBRUARY
Check your student aid report, start applying for scholarshipsConfirm acknowledgement receipts from colleges for your
application
JANUARY
If you’ve got selected early - withdraw application from other colleges
Submit your financial aid forms Send the college your mid-year reports
DECEMBER
Complete your college applicationsEnsure that your SAT/ACT test scores and
letters of recommendation are sentContinue to focus on grades and
extracurriculars
SPRING and SUMMERDecision time!! A lot of comparison work to be done and quick decisions to be made!
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JULY/AUGUST
Track important paperwork sent by college Register for your college classes
JUNE
Get together your finances – by study loan or scholarships Thank everyone who has helped you out!
MAY
Give the AP exam Submit deposits and other paperwork in selected college
APRIL
Track applications– selections, rejections, waitlists Compare financial aid packages