Game Plan: Finishing Strong
It is the exciting last year of your high school career. This is your
year of master organization and planning. You will need to stay
focused to complete high school with a winning finish!
Senior Game Schedule for the Year
August
Ask about ACT if needed
Schedule campus visits
Finalize resume
Begin admission process
September
Review plan with your counselor
Gather all resources for applications and
scholarships
College athletes register with NCAA
Schedule campus visits
Try the free FAFSA forecaster
October
Apply, Apply, Apply
Contact people for letter of recommendation
Work on application and scholarship essays
November
Send in early priority applications
Finalize scholarship applications
Follow up with letters of recommendation
Prepare for possible admission interviews
December
Wrap up admission and scholarship
applications
Study hard for finals – don’t let grades slip
now!
January
FAFSA submission begins
February
Check with colleges
Stay Focused
Avoid senioritis
March
By April 1st you should hear from every
school
Compare admission and financial aid offers
if you haven’t picked a school
You may be able to send refundable deposits
to hold your spot
April
Continue to make a final decision
For the school you choose, ask about
freshman activities or tips
May
By May 1st, accept or decline offers
Send final transcripts
Prepare for graduation
Finish Strong
June
Prepare for the fall
Address any financial issues
Get to know other freshman
Start dorm shopping
Enjoy your summer!