Visit the campuses of your top five choices

Talk to people who have attended the college you are interested in

Volunteer in your community

Continue to read books, magazines and newspapers

Begin checking on financial aid application requirements with your top 5 choice schools

Meet with your counselor to determine the courses you still need to take

Check your class ranking

Sign up for the SAT/ACT

Make sure you have a social security card

Volunteer in your community

Research possible careers you may be interested in

Get a part-time job, or shadow a profession that interests you

Start or update an academic resume

Visit colleges, prepare a list of questions to ask, and talk with college students

Meet with your counselor to review graduation requirements

Retake the SAT/ACT to improve your score

Continue to stay involved in extracurricular activities

If a recommendation letter is needed for admittance, begin thinking about who knows you well enough to write a positive letter on your behalf. (Teacher, Coach, Church Leader, etc.)

Take campus tours of your top choice colleges