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Fall
In October take the PSAT/NMSQT for practice. Participate in Student Search Service to start receiving mail from colleges.
Ask your counselor about the PLAN assessment program. This test will help to prepare you for the ACT next year.
Take geometry if you have not already done so. Take biology and a second year of foreign language.
Become familiar with general college entrance requirements.
Participate in your school's or state's career development activities.
Winter
Work toward leadership positions in the activities that you like best. Become involved in community service and/or other volunteer activities.
Read as many books as possible from a comprehensive reading list. Learn about current affairs.
Work on your writing skills. Locate an adult who can help you and encourage you in this.
Spring
Keep your grades up so that you can have the highest GPA and class rank possible.
Ask your counselor about postsecondary enrollment options and Advanced Placement courses.
Continue to assess your strengths, weaknesses, goals, and favorite subjects. Explore careers relative to your interests/abilities.
Begin thinking about the kind of college you would prefer.
If you are interested in attending a military academy, now is the time to start planning and getting information.
Write to colleges and obtain their academic requirements for admission.
Visit a few more college campuses. Read the mail you receive from colleges.
Attend college fairs.
Keep putting money away for college. Try to get a summer job.
Investigate summer enrichment programs.
Consider taking SAT II Subject Tests in the courses you took this year while the material is still fresh in your mind. These tests are offered in May and June.
Links
Here are some more great web sites to look at that will help you in your planning and saving for college.
This material reproduced from Peterson's -- Get a JumP! Your Guide to College Planning and Career Exploration
Texas 2000 Edition, Copyright 1999
Peterson's, Princeton, N.J.
web address: http://www.petersons.com
This page created by: Michelle S. Last updated: 12/07/01
