Getting into college is a process, and it starts early in听high school. Here are six things you can do your sophomore and junior years to help you along your journey.
1. Use summer to research college.听Start thinking about schools to add to your interest list. Ask yourself: Which colleges have my major of interest? Should I attend in-state or out of-state? What type of experience do I want?
2. Meet recruiters in person.听Check out college websites to see when recruitment staff are traveling to your area. This is your chance to get to know more about each college and ask questions in person.
3. Schedule the SAT/ACT.听Take the SAT and/or ACT early in the fall of your junior year so you can have time to retake the test for a higher score, if necessary. It鈥檚 common to take these tests a couple of times.
4. Prepare for the SAT/ACT.听SAT/ACT prep classes help you understand the format, questions and timing of the tests, so you can keep calm and feel prepared the day of the test. Be sure to sign up your sophomore year.
5. Connect with your counselor.听Email, call or visit your college counselor to ask questions about which classes you should take your final two years in high school, and how to best prep for the college application process.
6. Sign up for college prep classes.听These high school classes have a different curriculum, so you not only gain foundational knowledge that you can use in college, but also valuable study skills and perspective.
Written by CU 麻豆影院 Office of Admissions