9th + 10th Grade

• Do well in your classes

• Ask for help if you're struggling

• Get involved 

• In 10th grade. you'll take the PSATs for the first time

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11th Grade

• Take the most demanding course load you're able to without compromising your grades and mental health

• Meet with your counselor to discuss your postsecondary plans

• Attend Bodine's college visit sessions​ in the fall

• Take the PSATs in the fall

• Study for the SAT/ACT

• Attend Bodine's College Planning Night in January

• Take the SAT/ACT in the spring for the first time

• Start researching and visiting colleges

• Start drafting a college list

• Prepare for auditions if needed

• Work on portfolios if needed

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Summer Before 12th Grade

• Start drafting a college essay

• Think about which teachers you want to ask for letters of recommendation

• Do something productive if you're able to - take a class, work, volunteer

• Study for the SAT/ACT

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12th Grade

• Meet with your counselor to finalize your college list and discuss your college application plan

• Ask two teachers for letters of recommendation, ideally from core academic classes

• Re-take the SAT/ACT in the fall

• Attend Financial Aid Night

• Create an account on the Common App

• Apply!

• Fill out the FAFSA, PHEAA, and CSS Profile if needed

• Apply to scholarships

• Once you receive your decisions, compare financial aid awards

• Deposit by May 1

• Complete your Master Promissory Note and Entrance Counseling

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