JUNIOR
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Focus on your GPA
(One of the most critical factors in the college admissions process.)
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Seek leadership roles in favorite activities
Consistency and quality, not quantity.
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Take the PSAT (fall)
Opt-in to receive information from colleges.
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Attend PLHS college prep seminars, take an SAT test-prep class
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Consider taking SAT subject tests with AP classes
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Register for SAT/ACT.
Focus your efforts on your preferred test, take it more than once.
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Attend college fairs; talk with recruiters & admission counselors, take college tours
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Research & apply for college scholarships
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Refine list of potential colleges
(Use website tools: collegedata.com, bigfuture.com, etc.)
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Use the FAFSA financial aid estimator
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Review list of college choices with your Counselor and get suggestions for others
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Decide whether to apply for early action or early decision at a particular college
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Prepare a summary/resume
GPA, awards, activities, leadership roles, jobs, etc.
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Letter of recommendation: consider whom to ask
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Begin writing college application essays
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Register for/begin the common application
The above is a check list of items Pointer Families want to consider throughout the High School Journey. These items are no't in any particular order. You can print a copy using the PDF below.
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