Junior Year-

• Continue taking courses which will sharpen your skills for college and enhance admission prospects.
• Visit with your counselor
• Attend the NACAC college fair in March
• Meet with college admissions representatives when they are at BAVPA
• Attend College open house dates
• Take the PSAT in October.  National Merit semifinalists are selected from students who take this exam in the 11th grade.
• Ask your parents to check on scholarship opportunities which may be offered through their employers.
• Begin to investigate specific college possibilities- request college catalogs or applications or sign up to be on their email list
• Check for specific entrance requirements (courses, tests, and dates)
• Take the ACT or SAT in May or June(over the past few years the district has covered the cost of the SAT May exam for all first time junior students).
• Student Athletes:  Register with the NCAA Eligibilty Center and have transcripts sent.
• Over the summer visit college campuses. Call ahead so that you receive a guided tour.  If possible arrange for a meeting with an admissions representative. Ask about financial aid and scholarships.