Junior Year Timeline

Fall:

  • The official beginning of the college selection process.

  • Register for AP exams.

  • Beginning of school year meet with school counselor and create a personal timeline.

  • This year's academic record will be the most important. 

  • Take the PSAT in October (this one is to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Competition). 

  • Tweak and maintain time management for all aspects of your life: academic, personal and social.

  • Maintain involvement in extracurricular activities and run for leadership positions in the sports/organizations you are involved in.

  • Continue to save your best work in your academic portfolio.

  • Attend college fairs/rep visits, financial aid seminars and other college-related events.

    Winter:

  • Meet with school counselor to create course selection for senior year during the winter months. 

  • Take either the SAT or ACT during your Junior year of high school. Plan to prep for it leading up to the test date. 

  • Talk to friends and family to gather ideas on colleges.

  • Meet with school counselor for suggestions  to create a college list (based on size of school, major, scholarships, location, etc.) Curate a list.

  • Meet with school counselor to discuss course selection for senior year.

    Spring:

  • Visit college campuses (campus tour, visit with advisors/faculty, pick up admission packet, interview (if required or recommended).

  • Volunteer or work in your community.

  • Explore careers and job opportunities.

  • Ask 2 teachers for a letter of recommendation. (Ask in-person and say thank you)

  • Complete your Brag Sheet for your school counselor. 

  • Draft and complete your college essay. (summer months)

  • Research and compose a list of scholarships to apply.

  • Looking to play a sport in college? Create an online presence on Hudl and YouTube and post content.