JUNIOR YEAR SCHEDULE

September -- Inquire about the  PSAT date, time, & place.

October -- Take the PSAT

December – Get the results of the PSAT, read your score, consult school counselor or any private advisor to determine how you might improve.  This can be an excellent time to begin preparation for your SAT and ACT.

January -- Register for the SAT and SAT IIs and the ACT. Begin to make a preliminary list of which colleges you would like to attend. Get your social security number.

February -- Meet with your school counselor to prepare a more specific list of colleges to explore.

March, April, May, -- take SAT, ACT., etc.

March -- Write to colleges on your list and evaluate the literature sent to you.

April -- When selecting your senior courses be sure to continue challenging yourself.  Look into summer jobs.

May -- Attend a college fair.  In May or June take the SAT II subject tests if appropriate.  Take Advanced Placement exams if appropriate.  Make wise use of your summer.  This is a good time to begin working on college essays.