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Visit collegesFall
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Finalize your top 5 list of collegesFall
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Create a application date calendar for college applications and scholarshipsFall
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Retake the ACT/SATFall
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Complete and submit applications - make sure you gather all required documents*early action Oct/Nov; regular action Jan/Feb
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Fill out FAFSAOct-Jan
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Verify that colleges received everything needed for applicationFall
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Check email for application statusWinter/Spring
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Begin researching/applying for scholarships Winter/Spring
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Review your financial aid offers and scholarshipsLate Winter/Early Spring
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Accept admission to college of choiceLate Winter/Early Spring
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Complete paperwork for the college you will attend by the deadlines (this includes paying enrollment deposits, course scheduling, orientation sessions, housing arrangements, and other necessary forms)Spring
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Apply to as many scholarships as you canWinter/Spring
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