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College Application Preparation...
As a high school student, it can be difficult to navigate the college process. Everything from finding the right college, applying to financial aid, and writing personal statements - it can become a very overwhelming process.
Where to begin?
Below are some tips on where to begin to get an edge on the college application process.
1. Develop a list of colleges
Where to begin?
Below are some tips on where to begin to get an edge on the college application process.
1. Develop a list of colleges
- Developing a list of schools will assist you in finding a realistic and appropriate match. Be sure to check admission requirements to each school to ensure you are on track and aware of deadlines.
- Personal statement topics for college applications are listed on college websites or on the application. Check out schools you are interested in and start writing! Make a list of essay themes so that your essay can be used for more than one application.
- SAT Prep: Sign up for “Word of the Day” and take practice exams http://sat.collegeboard.org/home
- ACT Prep: http://www.actstudent.org/testprep/
- Internships - Reach out to local companies and tell them you are interested in interning!
- Volunteer - Visit Volunteermatch.com to find opportunities in your community.
- Paid Positions- Holding a job looks great on college applications and allows you to start saving.