August/ September

• Begin filling out applications
• Register for the SAT I
• Register for the October ACT if necessary
• Finalize college list
• Remember your responsibilities if applying Early Decision/ Early Action
• Check school's website for college information
• Begin drafts of essays
• Plan college visits and interviews
• Attend National College Fair at Civic Center 10/4/06
• Visit with college reps at your school
• Ask teachers for recommendations

OCTOBER

• Be aware of Early Decision/Early Action deadlines
• Submit Early Decision/Early Action applications by 10/2
• Update resume`
• Take SAT I / ACT if needed
• Work on college essays
• Plan college visits and interviews (remember a thank you letter)

NOVEMBER

• Take SAT I
• Research sources of scholarships throughout the year

DECEMBER

• Take SAT I or ACT if needed
• Finish all applications and essays to selective colleges.  Meet with counselor to review essay(s)
• Check all application deadlines
• Talk with graduates who are home for the holidays

JANUARY

• File FAFSA
• Submit mid-year grade forms to Ms. Nathews
• Take SAT I if needed

FEBRUARY

• Check / apply for private scholarships
• File FAFSA
• Submit additional information to colleges (new scores, grades, honors, etc.) which may help your admission and / or scholarship processs

MARCH

• Continue to check / apply for scholarships
• Check deadlines for AP Exams

APRIL

• Review college responses and aid offers with your parents and counselor
• Write withdrawal letters to colleges you will not attend by May 1
• Send deposit by May 1 to school you will attend

MAY

• Take AP Exams if applicable
• Confirm housing plans

SUMMER

• ENJOY YOURSELF! YOU'VE WORKED HARD AND YOU DESERVE IT!!!!!