Financial Aid
HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS
A Guide to Preparing for College
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October/November
- Make a list of colleges or universities you may want to attend
- Discuss your financial options with your parents
- Start planning visits to schools you are interested in the most
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December-March
- Look for scholarships and resources for financial aid
- Sign up and prepare for the SAT/ACT
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April
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May
- Update your list of activities and awards
- Take the SAT/ACT
- Look for a summer job or volunteering position
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June- August
- Narrow your school choices down
- Compile information needed for applications
- Take the SAT/ACT a second time or register to take it again early in your senior year
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September
If you are planning to attend a school that has an early decision deadline, start the admission, scholarship and financial aid processes. Keep copies of everything. |