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12th grade information

What should I be doing during my senior year? 
August: 
-Register for SAT/ACT test.
-Compile a preliminary list of colleges that you might be interested in. 
-Explore the website of the colleges that interest you and learn about admission requirements. 
-Check your schedule and make sure that you meet graduation requirements and admission requirements. 
-Look over applications and think about essay topics. 
-Visit campuses and interview college representatives. 

September: 
-Register for SAT/ACT test. 
-Talk with family & your counselor about college choices. 
-Request letters of recommendations. 
-Continue to visit campuses and meet with college representatives. 
-Request applications from colleges. 
-Create a chart for application deadlines. 
-Work on college essays. 
-Get involved at school/community level--find a leadership position! 
-Work to strengthen academic record. 

October: 
-Register for SAT/ACT test. 
-Keep grades up! -Talk with family & your counselor about college choices. 
-Narrow your college list to 6-8 schools. 
-Create a chart for application deadlines.
-Request letters of recommendations.  
-Take advantage of college fairs and virtual tours. 
-Complete applications for EARLY ADMISSIONS! 
-Research financial aid and scholarships. 
-Get your college essays in shape! 
-Keep track of ALL application components (applications, test scores, letters of recommendations, & financial aid)
-Involvement in school/community activities!

November: 
-Register for SAT/ACT test. 
-Don't let your grades slide! 
-Talk with family & your counselor about college choices.
-Create a chart for application deadlines. 
-Request letters of recommendations. 
-Check on application materials for EARLY ADMISSIONS! 
-Work on essays. 
-Involvement in school/community activities. 
-Continue to research and complete scholarships! 

December/January: 
-Register for SAT/ACT test. 
-Be sure to send test scores to colleges. 
-Confirm recommendations have been sent to schools.-Create a chart for application deadlines. 
-Talk with family & your counselor about college choices.  
-Study Hard for exams to keep grades up! 
-Submit FAFSA. 
-If accepted through EARLY ADMISSIONS, please be sure to follow through with paperwork! 
-Continue to focus on grades. 
-Have mid-year grades sent to schools. 
-Keep track of all deadlines and application components. 
-Involvement in school/community activities. 
-Continue to research and complete scholarships! 

February/March:
-Register for SAT/ACT test. 
-If you submitted a FAFSA, look over the Student Aid Report for mistakes! 
-Contact colleges that don't send you a confirmation receipt for your application. 
-Apply to schools! 
-Register for AP testing. 
-Keep grades HIGH & don't slack off! 
-Acceptance letters will begin to arrive. 
-Compare and contrast financial aid offers from schools. 
-Continue to research and complete scholarships! 
 
April: 
-Keep track of all acceptances, rejections, and waitlists. 
-If waitlisted, please move forward with a back up plan. 
-Keep grades up. 
-If you have acceptance letters from colleges and have decided not to go there, please notify them. This is a courtesy to the school and those who may have been waitlisted. 
-Continue to research and complete scholarships! 

May/June: 
-Avoid senioritis! 
-Prepare for AP testing. 
-Prepare to have final transcripts sent to colleges. 
-Send THANK YOU NOTES if needed. 
-Stay on top of loan situation. 
-Notify school of any scholarships that you are awarded. 


July/August: 




**To male students: you must register for selective service on your 18th birthday to be eligible for federal and state financial aid. 
12th Grade Action Plan
www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/action/seniors.html

Adventures in Education
http://www.aie.org/ 

44 Reasons to Listen to your Guidance Counselor
http://www.jobprofiles.org/library/guidance-counselors/ 

20 Questions to ask your Guidance Counselor
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/get-started/building-support-network/20-questions-to-ask-your-school-counselor

Student Financial Aid Book for North Carolinians
www.cfnc.org/fabook

Selective Services Program
**Remember young men once you reach the age of 18, you need to register. **
www.sss.gov

What Should You Be Doing As A Senior?
  • Take/Re-Take Admission Test (SAT/ACT).
  • Visit the Colleges that you are interested in.
  • Keep a document (RESUME) of accomplishments, activities, community services.
  • Start networking for references-make sure that they know you are using them.
  • Apply for scholarships (local, national, and college).
  • Apply for financial aid after January 1st (www.fafsa.ed.gov)
  • Athletes must apply to National Clearinghouse (www.eligibilitycenter.net)
What To Look For In A College?
  • Academic Programs
  • College Size (how many are enrolled)
  • Class size (student/teacher ratio)
  • Academic Support
  • Residence Halls
Concerns For New College Students
  • Preparedness for college placement tests
  • Intensity of college coursework
  • Allocation of homework time
  • Study Skills
High School Planner
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Choosing the Right College for You
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2015-2016: NC College Admission Deadlines
& Open House Information
https://www.cfnc.org/static/pdf/home/sc/pdf/admissions_deadlines.pdf

Senior Meeting Information September 30, 2015
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