Planning For College

Why You Should Go to College

Successful Career/Happy Life <-- Preparatory Education

College <-- Grades & Money

Is College Worth It? (The Common Application)
Why Go To College? (Scholarships.com)

Determine subject matter to study for Major and/or Minor
Identify schools which to apply (3 per category) with consideration to desired major and/or minor
(Top Tier Schools graphic) (Maybe Schools Graphic) (I'm There" Schools Graphic)
Identify as least 2 scholarships programs in which to apply
Identify at least 7 recommenders for letters of recommendation and ask for recommendations
(Teacher Graphic) (Guidance Counselor Graphic) (Community Service Graphic) (Coach Graphic)
Complete FAFSA
Register and Complete applicable standardized exams, if necessary (e.g. ACT, SAT, etc)
Send exam scores to schools
Complete personal statement and additional essay questions
Remind recommenders to complete letters of recommendation (1-2 weeks notice)
Collect Letters of Recommendations
Submit College Applications
Submit Scholarship Program Applications
Decide on the school in which to enroll
Announce the school I will be attending