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When Should I Apply For College?
Admission committees don't look fondly upon tardy application materials, so it's very important to observe any application deadlines when you're applying to college. That said, it's difficult to give an exact account of when to apply for college because this timetable will differ depending on the school to which you're applying and when you want to start. Your best bet is to read carefully through all literature regarding admission requirements. If you have questions, ask! There should be an office full of friendly admissions staff that's happy to help.
Tailoring Your High School Curriculum
Ideally, you've spent your high school years taking courses (math, science, and foreign language courses, for example) in accordance to the college admissions requirements. If you're missing credits, you may have to squeeze them in during your senior year.
ACT Assessment and SAT Reasoning/Subject Tests
Find out which tests your college requires, and know that when it comes to taking these standardized tests, you'll want to start early in the case you need to re-test.
Application Due Dates
Follow the school's directions to the letter. It's a good idea to start writing application essays well in advance so you have time for thoughtfulness and revisions.
Recommendation Letters: Be Considerate of Your Teachers
While your teachers should be happy to write you a recommendation letter, don't press your luck by giving them the materials at the last minute. Disturbing as it might be, teachers have lives--give these good folks at least two weeks notice.
Financial Aid
For federal financial aid, you should complete the Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) after January 1st the year before you plan to attend. Non-federal aid requirements differ depending on the school.
The following schools can provide you with more information about attending college:
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