Senior Calendar

Fall:

• Narrow your list of colleges to between five and 10.
• Meet with your high school counselor to discuss your classes, college plans and test scores.    
• Register for the October SAT or ACT, if necessary.
• Keep your calendar up-to-date; track important dates and deadlines.
• Review your transcript to verify that the information is correct.
• Be sure to send test scores to the colleges to which you are applying.
• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): to apply for most financial aid, you will need to complete the FAFSA.
  
  • October 1 is the first day you can file the FAFSA.
• Prepare early decision/early action or rolling admission applications ASAP. November 1-15; colleges may require test scores and applications between these dates for early decision admission.
• Ask counselors or teachers for letters of recommendation if you need them. Be sure to give them an outline of your academic record and extracurricular activities and any required forms.
• Write first drafts and ask teachers to read them if you are submitting essays.
• Strive to complete college applications by Thanksgiving break.
• Ask your counselor to send your transcripts to colleges. Give the proper forms to the counseling office at least two weeks before the colleges require them.

Winter:

• Keep copies of all college applications and essays.
• Let your counselor know if your college requires mid-year grades.
• Submit a CSS/PROFILE, if required.
• Direct financial aid questions to that office at the college.
• Familiarize yourself with state financial aid deadlines. They can differ from federal and school deadlines.
• Respond quickly to requests for additional documentation.

Spring:

• Keep active in school.
• Visit your final college before accepting.
• Review your award letters carefully.
• Inform every college of your acceptance or rejection of the officer of admission and/or financial aid by May 1.
• Send your deposit to one college only.
• Take any AP Exams.
• Work with a counselor to resolve any admission or financial aid problems.
• Have your final transcript sent to your college.
• Send thank you notes or emails to those who helped you get into college.