Senior Year (12th Grade)

[ ] Finalize your balanced (3 Likely, 3 Target, 3 Stretch, 3 Far Stretch) list of 8-12 colleges that you will be applying to.
[ ] Complete summer homework and prep for classes you may find challenging in the Fall
[ ] Outine and write your “ugly” first draft of your college application personal essay, then revise and repeat until you get to your final draft
[ ] Create and fill in your Common Application account at CommonApp.org. The Common Application open August 1st.
[ ] Continue participating in meaningful activities, volunteer, and/or work
[ ] Brainstorm and draft your supplemental essays
[ ] Provide any outstanding recommenders with anything they may need to write you a strong and detailed letter of recommendation - including updates from your summer
[ ] Take your SAT/ACT if you need to
[ ] Fill out Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR) for the colleges that require it

[ ] Send out your official test scores from CollegeBoard (SAT) and/or ACT to your colleges (check their sites to see who requires it)
[ ] Prepare and submit applications that are Rolling, Early Action and/or Early Decision
[ ] Ensure your transcript is accurate and request official copies to be sent to your colleges
[ ] Take final SAT or ACT if needed
[ ] Sign up and prep for college interviews (if they are offered)
[ ] Register for AP tests you plan to take in May
[ ] Apply for financial aid (FAFSA and CSS Profile) and scholarships