Send Final High School Transcripts
1st Jun 2016 - 30th Jun 2016
Make sure to have your high school counselor send your official final high school transcripts to the college you plan to attend in the fall.
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Attend New Student Orientation
1st Jun 2016 - 1st Aug 2016
Your college will offer several orientation options for new students. During orientation you will register for courses, learn about financial aid, and...
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Take AP exams
1st May 2016 - 31st May 2016
Did you register to take your AP exams? Be sure to talk with your AP teacher or high school counselor to register for your AP exam.
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National College Decision Day
1st May 2016
Make a decision by May 1 on which college you are attending and notify the college- it may have a deadline.
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Accept financial aid award offers.
1st May 2016 - 31st May 2016
Accept your financial aid awards through your student portal at your college.
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What are your next steps?
1st May 2016 - 1st Jun 2016
You should have received a packet or emails from your college with your next steps outlined.
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Receiving your Acceptance Letters and Financial Aid Awards
1st Apr 2016 - 30th Apr 2016
You will likely receive acceptance letters from your colleges by April 15.
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Do a side-by-side Comparison
1st Apr 2016 - 30th Apr 2016
Compare the colleges you were accepted to with the financial aid packages your were offered.
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Check your email for your Student Aid Report
1st Feb 2016 - 1st Mar 2016
If you completed the Free Applicatin for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), you should receive your Student Aid Report (SAR).
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Is the Financial Aid Office requesting additional documents?
1st Feb 2016 - 31st Mar 2016
The financial aid office at the college you applied will likely communicate with you via email (college email not personal). If you do not have access...
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Submit high school transcript with first semester grades.
13th Jan 2016 - 31st Mar 2016
Have your official transcripts sent to the schools to which you have applied to.
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Does your school require a different financial aid application?
9th Jan 2016 - 17th Mar 2016
Check with your school to see if they require a financial aid application other than the FAFSA. Some schools require The CSS/Financial Aid Profile. ...
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Does your school offer Financial Aid Workshops?
6th Jan 2016 - 7th Mar 2016
Keep an eye out for financial aid workshops you and your parents can attend.
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Income Tax Season begins
1st Jan 2016 - 31st Mar 2016
Talk to your parents about fiing taxes early. You will need your tax information and your parents for the FAFSA.
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Contact the Admissions Offices
1st Jan 2016 - 29th Jan 2016
Contact the admissions office for the college(s) to which you have applied, and make sure you have submitted all necessary paper work.
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Complete Scholarship Applications for your college.
1st Jan 2016 - 30th Apr 2016
Ask the Financial Aid or Scholarship offices at your college about the institutional scholarship application.
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Complete and Submit FAFSA
1st Jan 2016 - 31st Mar 2016
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens January 1 for the next school year.
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Early Decision Replies
1st Dec 2015 - 31st Dec 2015
Look out for early decision replies which usually arrive during December.
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Check your test scores!
1st Dec 2015 - 31st Dec 2015
Make sure that your test scores are being sent to the right schools.
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College Interviews
1st Dec 2015 - 31st Dec 2015
Do the schools you applied to require an admissions interview?
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Early Decision and Early Action Applications
1st Oct 2015 - 28th Nov 2015
Early decision and early action applications are due between October 1 and November 1.
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Final List and Deadlines
1st Oct 2015 - 7th Nov 2015
Make a final list of each school that interests you and you plan to apply to. Keep a list of deadlines and requirements for each school.
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Submit your College Applications
1st Oct 2015 - 31st Oct 2015
Gather all required documents to apply with a complete application.
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College Application Month
1st Oct 2015 - 31st Oct 2015
College Application Month is sponsored by College In Colorado (CiC). CiC provides you with resources to help you apply to college.
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Register to Take ACT and/or SAT if needed
8th Sep 2015 - 14th Nov 2015
If you think you need higher test scores to get into your school of choice register to retake your college entrance exams.
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Take the ACT and/or SAT tests
7th Sep 2015 - 30th Nov 2015
Have the scores sent to the college/universities to which you have chosen to apply.
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College Essays
1st Sep 2015 - 31st Oct 2015
Write your college essays. Be sure to have your teachers, parents, and friends edit and give feedback.
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Start Checking Required Documents
1st Sep 2015 - 30th Sep 2015
What documents are you required to submit for your college application?
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Concurrent Enrollment
15th Aug 2015 - 26th Sep 2015
Talk to your high school counselor about concurrent enrollment options at your school.
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Do you meet the credit requirements for your college of choice?
15th Aug 2015 - 15th Sep 2015
Higher Education Admissions Requirements
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Start Looking and Applying for Scholarships
1st Aug 2015 - 31st Oct 2015
The scholarship cycle typically starts in August. Do not delay applying for scholarships. Apply early!
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Save your money- Set up a 529 account
1st Aug 2015 - 1st Dec 2015
State sponsored 529 Plans are one of the best ways for families to save for college.
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Tour the Colleges you are interested in
1st Aug 2015 - 1st Dec 2015
Most campuses offer campus tours. Some schools offer overnight visits as well. Do your research to make sure you are making the most out of your...
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High School to College- Timeline for HS Seniors
This timeline will walk you through your senior year to college. Be sure to stay on track! The college process is time sensitive; missing a deadline could mean loosing out on scholarships or grants, enrolling in the school of your choice, and housing.