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Summer
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Register for or retake the SAT/ACT
Take SAT or ACT if not satisfied with current scores
Research FAFSA requirements and open a StudentAid.gov account
Request transcripts from high school counselor
Request letters of recommendation (teacher + pastor/mentor)
Ask 2 teachers for letters of recommendation
Request a spiritual recommendation letter from your church community
Draft personal statement/common essay
Visit at least one campus on your list
Schedule campus visits to top choice schools
Start your personal essay — first draft only
Fall Senior Year
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Create FSA ID for FAFSA at studentaid.gov
Complete FAFSA as soon as it opens (Oct 1)
Complete and submit FAFSA (opens October 1)
Submit Early Action applications
Research school-specific scholarships and requirements
Follow up with scholarship offices at your top schools
Apply for external scholarships (church, community, national)
Request official transcripts to be sent to your schools
Follow up with teachers on recommendation letter status
Gather parent financial documents for CSS Profile if required
Send final SAT/ACT scores to colleges
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