Meet with your counselor to make sure you are on track with your four-year plan and are taking the appropriate classes, meeting both high school graduation requirements and college admissions requirements.
Maintain a strong GPA in rigorous coursework and continue to be involved in school and community.
Research colleges/universities
Attend sessions with college representatives who visit CCHS.
Use the free SAT test prep found on Khan Academy to help you study and prepare for the spring exams.
Take the PSAT in October to prepare for college admissions tests and to establish your eligibility for the National Merit Scholarship competition.
Confer with your counselor to review your PSAT scores and their implications for your college/career interests.
Begin SAT/ACT test preparation:
Remember you may take these tests multiple times and universities will consider all your scores.
Begin studying now, even if you plan on taking the test at the end of this year.
Utilize the test prep course on Khan Academy.
Semester 2
Continue to research colleges, tour campuses, and possibly narrow your search.
Take the SAT I and the ACT in May or June.
Take the SAT II in subject areas you did well in if you plan to apply to UC or other selective colleges.
Take AP exams for any AP courses you took.
Plan course selection for senior year:
Choose a full and rigorous schedule for your senior year. Universities expect to see the same level of coursework and grades the senior year (they do check and college acceptance can be revoked) as when the student was accepted based on the sophomore and junior year transcript.
