Make a list of your abilities, courses you want to take or areas of study in which you are interested.

Focus on your preferences for campus size, number of students and location.

Are you interested in sports, clubs, theatre?

Do you have a career in mind? Are there particular courses which are important to entering that career?

Start thinking about the cost of college and possible financial aid. This site includes a financial aid calculator.

Update your resume, highlighting accomplishments and work experiences

Attend college fairs and financial aid nights if they are offered.

Talk to you counselor about your college plans.

Register for the SAT or ACT offered in the fall.

Finalize the list of colleges and universities to which you will apply.

Begin to fill out admissions applications and work on your application essays.

Update your resume, highlighting accomplishments and work experiences.

Research scholarship opportunities and request application materials.