• Schedule you Senior Exit Interview with the School Counseling Office. Each senior meets with his or her School Counselor to discuss graduation requirements and post graduation plans.

• Ask at least two teachers for recommendation letters , include a resume and write a follow-up thank you note. See your School Counselor for recommendation letter forms.

• Meet with College Representatives visiting BP. Check the list and sign up ahead of time.

• Keep a calendar to track important dates.

• Gather all application materials needed to apply to colleges.

• Visit any colleges on your list, if you have not already done so.

October:

• Register for the SAT if you have not done so.

• Write your college application essay. Even if it is optional, do it! Ask a teacher, counselor or parent to proofread it.

• Take the ACT or SAT test.

• College Fair at FMCC. Approximately 100 college representatives will be there to answer questions and provide information.

• Check the scholarship board and updated list online at www.bpcsd.org

• Continue to meet with College Representatives.

November:

• College applications should be completed and handed in to your school counselor before Thanksgiving break!

December:

• Take SAT or ACT exam.

• Financial Aid Night at BPHS Auditorium.

• Pick up FAFSA form in Guidance Office.

• Parents: Save pay stubs to assist in filing FAFSA.

January:

• File FAFSA

• Apply for scholarships. Check the scholarship board!

February

• Check on mid-year transcripts.

• Review college choices, revisit colleges if necessary.

April:

• Watch for college acceptance letters!

• Compare your financial aid packages.

• Select a college by May 1 st !

May:

• Notify colleges of your final decision.

• Keep track of all deadlines at the college of your choice.

• GOOD LUCK!