Class of 2011
Junior Year
1. How to choose a career:
- What are your interests?
- How important is money?
- How many hours do you want to work?
- Is it a growing or shrinking career?
2. How to choose a college:
- Do you want to attend a large school? Small?
- Co-ed campus?
- How competitive?
- Sports?
- How far away from home?
3. Fill out the Critical Data Sheet:
- Use the Internet Web Sites provided
- Narrow down your college choices
4. Fill out the College Comparison Worksheet:
- Continue to use the internet
- Meet with college reps visiting the guidance office, use sample questions from “What Do I Want To Know About Colleges?” sheet
- Narrow down colleges you would like to visit
5. Campus Visits:
- Call to schedule a campus tour prior to May
- Arrange for an interview if it is required
- Use your “How To Visit A College Campus Checklist”
- Get an application
6. Register for the SAT and/or ACT
- Sign up for the April, May, or June test date
- Schalmont School Code ( 335122 )
7. Teacher Recommendations:
- Ask 3 teachers, beginning in April
- Forms available in the guidance office
8. NCAA Forms:
- College athletes may be required to complete these forms, speak to your coach or the college coach
- Check for date to be filed, usually spring of 11th or fall of 12th grade year