freshmen
- Work with your school counselor to select your classes wisely for next year.
- Save for college. Ask your parents to establish a college savings account
for you and contribute as much as you can to that account.
sophomores
- Finalize your schedule for next year. The classes that
you choose to take over the next year or so may determine where you will be able
to attend college.
- Start looking at options for a summer job or volunteer
opportunities.
juniors
- Register now to take the ACT on April 12. The registration deadline is March
7.
- Register to take the SAT on May 3. The registration deadline is April 4.
- Work with your counselor to select your classes wisely for next year and to
make sure you have all the required classes for graduation.
- Research scholarships. Perform a free scholarship search and register for a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship from
eCampusTours. The registration deadline for the $1,000 scholarship giveaway is
March 31st.
seniors
- Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA) as soon as possible at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
- Review your Student Aid Report after you file the FAFSA and submit any
needed corrections.
- Keep watch for financial aid award notifications.
- Make sure you have ordered everything you need for graduation, including
cap, gown, and invitations.
- Research scholarships. Perform a free scholarship search and register for a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship from
eCampusTours. The registration deadline for the $1,000 scholarship giveaway is
March 31st.
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 understanding the
financial aid award notificationOnce a financial aid administrator
at your school(s) reviews your SAR, you will be notified regarding your
eligibility and the amount of aid you receive. Make sure you understand the
facets of your financial aid award notification. more>> |
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 filling the financial
aid gapAfter determining your financial need, financial aid
administrators decide how much aid they are able to offer you. Colleges may
often offer aid that is less than your financial need. This is called the
financial aid gap. Here are a few ways to bridge that gap. more>> |
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 how to handle college
rejection
A rejection is never easy - whether it comes from a
friend, a potential employer, or your number one college choice. Here are some
ideas to help you work through and overcome the disappointment of being rejected
by your college of choice. more>> |
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 in and out: graduate
from college in four years or lessDoes the idea of spending more
than four years in college make you cringe? If so, here are some tips for
graduating in four years or less. more>> |
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 using your ACT and SAT
scores in college planningYour ACT or SAT test score is more than a
number. It is an indication of how prepared you are for college. Check out the
many uses of your ACT and SAT score results. more>> |
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 part-time jobs for the
entrepreneurial studentIf you are interested in obtaining a
part-time job but your schedule doesn't allow for a traditional job that most
students pursue, such as waiting tables or working in retail, you may want to
consider a more entrepreneurial approach to earning money while still in school.
more>> |
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 careers for a business
analytics majorInterested in a career in business analytics? Find
out what various career options are available in this field of study. more>> |
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 how to deal with study
burnoutBurnout is caused by excessive stress and can lead to
emotional fatigue and physical depletion. Procrastination, a large course load,
and lack of sleep are just a few of the factors that can lead to study burnout.
Learn how to identify the signs of study burnout so you can take the proper
steps to deal with it. more>> |
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 tax rewards for your
college spendingThere are numerous tax credits and tax benefits to
help families manage the cost of higher education. Here is an overview of some
of the programs available. more>> |
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