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College Admission Planning for High School Juniors – Second Semester

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Please attend these meetings where you can gain valuable initial insight to the college admissions process. For many colleges, a letter of recommendation from your counselor is required so schedule a 1-on-1 meeting so your counselor can learn more about you. terms of which test to take, you may want to take a practice exam for each.

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The College Admissions Lifecycle: A Guide Through High School

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10th Grade: Gaining Momentum Sophomore year is about refining academic and extracurricular focus while beginning standardized test preparation. Standardized Testing : Take the PSAT for practice. Attend local college fairs and visit nearby campuses to get a feel for different environments.

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2025 Timeline for Almost Rising Juniors and Seniors

Admissions Mom

COLLEGE INFO SESSIONS: If a college comes to your town or close to your town or school, go listen. COLLEGE FAIRS: Go to them! WRITE: I know you hear so much about the Terrifying College Essay. Even the most timid of writers begin to like writing the college essay and experiencing the soul searching.

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Preparing for College

Solomon Admissions

Your academic profile consists of several aspects: grades, class schedule rigor, and standardized test scores. Maintaining a high grade point average (GPA), while taking Honors and AP classes will help increase your chances for admission to college. Taking , test prep courses will help enhance your test scores.

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College Admissions Planning for High School Juniors 

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Make a plan around SAT/ACT testing If you haven’t already, fall of your junior year is the time to map out your standardized testing plan. Although most colleges remain test optional following COVID, we recommend studying and sitting for the SAT or ACT at least once.

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Your Back-to-School Game Plan — Take Action!

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Prepare for Standardized Tests : Start early with test prep for the SAT or ACT, and AP exams. 6) Research and Visit Colleges: Explore Options : Research a range of colleges to find the best fit for your academic and personal interests. Attend college fairs and information sessions.

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Rising Junior and Senior Admissions Journey Timeline (2023 Updates)

Admissions Mom

COLLEGE INFO SESSIONS: If a college comes to your town or close to your town or school, go listen. Also, be sure to check out all the amazing virtual opportunities colleges are making available now. COLLEGE FAIRS: Go to them! WRITE: I know you hear so much about the Terrifying College Essay…. Ask questions.