Second semester advice for juniors and seniors

February 18, 2010 • written by Mackenzie Becker  
Filed under News

Tips for Second Semester High School Seniors:
1. Make sure you get your financial aid information to colleges as soon as possible. Most schools operate on a first come, first serve basis, so the sooner you turn in forms like the FAFSA and the CSS Profile the better off you are.

2. If you have not already applied to college, do so immediately. There are still schools accepting applications, but deadlines are fast approaching. For students still looking, there are options out there.

3. Even after you apply, it is okay to let a school know that you went to state for swimming, or you received a I Rating at Solo and Small Ensemble Contest. This will help show the college that you are still very interested in attending.

4. If you have not received your decision letter, try to be patient. April will come eventually.



Tips for Second Semester High School Juniors:
1. Start researching colleges if you have not already. Now is the time to start flipping through guide books, requesting information and visiting campuses.

2. Keep your grades up. Junior year grades are the last chance to really shine before mailing your transcript to a college.

3. Make sure you are signing up for a challenging senior year. Although it may seem great to have double late arrival, IP, a cadet and triple early dismissal, colleges really want to see that you keep yourself going and take a balanced schedule.

4. Start or keep preparing for the SAT, the ACT or SAT Subject Tests. Don’t wait until December of your senior year to start thinking about standardized testing.

Colleges With No Application Close Date:
1. University of Missouri-Columbia
2. University of Missouri-Kansas City
3. Loyola University-Chicago
4. Indiana University-Bloomington
5. University of Central Missouri
6. Missouri State University
7. Michigan State University
8. Westminster College
9. Hendrix College
10. Beloit College