junior YEAR
College Planning
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AUGUST - JUNE
Take challenging courses and study to earn the best grades you can
Junior grades are very important in the college admission process
Add to resume
Maintain involvement with clubs, sports, and/or activities
You can still try something new!
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SEPTEMBER
Review PSAT questions
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october
Take PSAT: these scores may quality a student for the National Merit Scholarship
Attend the Columbus Suburban College Fair (date TBA – www.college-fair.org)
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November - JUNE
Research colleges that are of interest to you (www.collegeboard.org)
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november - august
Begin looking for scholarships
Research financial options for college, add to your college fund
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JANUARY
Attend Junior Parent Night at DeSales
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february
Select courses for senior year with your Guidance Counselor
Continue to research career options and possible college major
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march
Register to take the ACT or SAT
Talk to your guidance counselor if you are unsure about which test to take
If you are an athlete and plan to play sports in college:
Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center
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Spring Break
Visit college campuses during spring break, long weekends and/or summer
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may
Consider academic/volunteer opportunities for the summer