Use this checklist as a helpful tool during your college search and application process!  Download a PDF of the checklist here.

1. Visit the College

• Attend an Open House
• Schedule a Campus Tour
• RSVP for an Instant Decision Day
• Schedule an appointment with an Admission Counselor

2. Apply to the College

• Apply Online or complete and submit a paper application
• Submit the necessary documents*
• Documents that most colleges request:
• Transcripts
• SAT/ACT Scores
• Essay/ Personal Statement
• Letters of Recommendation

3. File your FASFA

• File at www.fafsa.ed.gov
• Follow up with your parents! Be sure they file their taxes early
• File your FAFSA after January 1st of your Senior Year
• Include the Colleges/Universities that you want to receive financial aid information

4. Confirm Your Intent to Enroll

• Pay Housing and Tuition Deposit (Be mindful of the deadlines and dates!)**
• Take your Placement Test(s)***
• Register for classes

*Don’t make your guidance counselors find you for these documents! Once you’ve applied visit the guidance office and request your documents to be sent to the school.

**Please be advised that if you live far away from college, you need to submit your housing deposit before the deadline in order to secure your spot in a residence hall.

***Placement testing is done to see what level students are in their Math and Reading. Most colleges will give placement tests.