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One of our favorite college admissions experts, Stephanie Meade, created a timeline for senior year. Month-by-month, this will guide you and your teen through the various steps of applying for college. Grab this timeline, which includes:
- Meeting with your counselor
- Prepare to complete the FAFSA
- Consider Early Decision applications
- Continue demonstrated interest activities
- Parenting through the process
- Explore support services at colleges if needed
NOTE: THIS YEAR THE FAFSA IS EXPECTED TO BE READY AT SOME POINT AFTER DECEMBER 1