Timeline to College
General Preparation Tips
Grades Matter: Maintaining a 3.0 GPA or higher will put you on the track for college. Maintaining a 3.5 GPA or higher is even better.
Get Involved: Join a club, play a sport, join a choir. Find what you are passionate about. This is the prime opportunity for you to practice your leadership skills.
Volunteer: Take the time to build your own character by helping others. These opportunities may open your eyes to your own career aspirations.
Class Selection: Take college preparatory courses. Math, Science, Social Studies, English, World Languages, Art & Music. Also, look into AP, IB or Honors opportunities. Knowledge in these core areas will prepare you for college level learning.
Sophomore Year
Take the pre-SAT: This test will help you know what to expect on the SAT. Go to to learn more.
Maintain Your GPA: Earning a 3.0 GPA or higher will put you on the track for college. Earning a 3.5 GPA or higher is even better.
Junior Year
Visit, Visit, Visit: This is the year to start exploring. Attend visitation programs, take tours, & ask questions.
Learn what kind of campus fits you best. You can use . This useful tool can help you get ideas about the best school matches for you.
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Maintain Your GPA: Earning a 3.0 GPA or higher will put you on the track for college. Earning a 3.5 GPA or higher is even better.
Take the SAT or ACT: May/June of your Junior year is a great time to take these tests. This will allow you to complete a portion of the College Admissions process early. If you are not happy with your scores, you then allow yourself the entire summer to re-take the exam.
Senior Year
Apply for Financial Aid.