College Application Process
Decide on the type of college is the best fit for you, and then: ​
List colleges that are in your Safety, Match, and Reach ranges
Create an individualized plan
Acceptance letters flood your inbox
It's not too early or too late to start
SENIORS
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Common App (Activity descriptions, Personal Statement, extra writing requirements)
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College/career exploration
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Application deadlines: EA/ED, RD, Rolling
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Resume
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SAT/ACT tutoring (all subjects)
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Scholarship search
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Student Aid/FAFSA
JUNIORS
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Analyze your transcript and plan your senior curriculum for best GPA
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Test prep for ACT and SAT and set target scores Analyze test scores for tutoring and retesting
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Start Common App
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Examine extracurricular and volunteer activities
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Check qualifications for state scholarships if available
YOUNGER
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Make an academic plan that will help you reach your goals
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Decide on course schedules: AP/DE/pathways
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Choose your activities wisely, i.e. consider an internship, start a research project, find an academic camp, explore a hobby, job shadow
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Start test prep for the PSAT