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Information for Seniors

Senior Calendar

    • 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.

    • 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.

    • 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.