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For Freshmen Participate in activities Try different classes Review your study habits (See Study Tools in this website) Look for ways to improve Do your very best in all your classes (Grades DO matter to colleges) Do something creative Be adventuresome Research possible careers (See Career Searching in this website) Review your EXPLORE or PSAT test results and how they relate to your career and educational plans. For Sophomores
Attend SW MO Prepare to take the ACT Practice exams are available in the Check out the ACT “How to” books in the Register for ACT Super Saturday (Aug/Sept) ACT Enhancement Workshop (Oct.) Practice! Practice! Practice! Job shadow in the field of your career interest. Volunteer in an area that interests you. Learn something about yourself. Giving to others matters! Begin writing your resume` Keep a record of your Shadowing experiences Volunteer efforts Academic awards Special projects Jobs Other learning experiences Research possible careers (See Career Planning in this website) Spring/Summer months – Prepare to take the PSAT exam. Register for PSAT Prep Classes Review vocabulary Take practice tests Check out Check out the Test Prep in this website Review eligibility for college entrance, scholarships, and NCAA. Review your study habits Look for ways to improve Do something creative Try something new! For JuniorsTake challenging courses and make the best grades possible. Remember GPA matters! Continue to research your career choices Collegeboard.com (for PSAT takers) ASVABprogram.com (for ASVAB takers)
Register & take the ACT until you are satisfied with your score
Attend SW MO SAT preview exam National Merit Qualifying Test Search for schools of interest. Plan to visit at least 3 schools. Each junior student is given 2 college visit days Decide what schools you will apply to. Begin writing your college essay. Compare your career choice(s) with interested schools academic/training programs. Summer before Senior YearBegin searching for scholarships (Check out the Scholarship page in this website) Make a calendar for application & scholarship deadlines. Complete your campus visits. Register with NCAA for college sports. Compose your resume`. Volunteer if possible in the field of your career interest. College Planning Checklist for Seniors September_____ Choose three or four schools you are interested in. Request Applications _____ Search for private scholarships (Web & Guidance Office) _____ Register for ACT or SAT (should be final time to take these exams) _____ Compile a list of school, community, church activities involved in and leadership roles _____Create a calendar of deadlines for admissions, scholarship and financial aid applications and test registrations
October/November _____ Apply to schools most interested in _____ Request financial aid information. Review application procedures and deadlines _____ Schedule final campus visits if necessary before making application _____ Attend college/career night _____ Continue to search for private scholarships _____ Work on essays for scholarship and school applications _____ Ask key individuals who know you well to write a recommendation (should have at least 3) _____ Collect completed letters of recommendation _____ Send college admission applications (well in advance of the deadlines) _____ Schedule campus visits with financial aid and your department _____ Complete federal/state tax returns for use in completing FAFSA _____ File Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) _____ Meet all financial aid deadlines _____ Respond to requests for information from admissions or financial aid offices _____ Register for CLEP tests _____ Schools will begin sending acceptance and financial award letters _____ Select a school and notify the admissions office _____ Notify schools not attending that you applied to _____ Pay the required deposits for enrollment and/or residence hall _____ Contact school financial aid office for loan applications if necessary _____ Request that final high school transcript be sent _____ Contact admissions office to verify that all needed information is complete _____ Follow all instructions from school regarding admission and financial aid _____ Attend orientation programs when offered _____ Schedule a visit with your academic advisor _____ Pre-register for classes for fall semester
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