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September
Whether you choose to apply to highly selective, selective, or open admissions colleges, it's a good idea to have a backup plan in case you either don't get accepted or don't receive enough financial aid to attend. This means making sure you are applying to at least one safety school-a college that you are sure will accept you and that you can afford, such as a college in your community where you know you can live with your parents or with friends, or a college that you know will give you a scholarship based on your grades or test scores.
Still considering whether to apply early to a school? Read what we had to say about this in August. Even if you are applying early decision/early action, it's still important to apply to other schools in case your application is not accepted. Don't wait until you hear to start working on the other applications.
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Finalize your short-list of colleges (if it's on your list, you should be willing to attend).
Make sure you have at least one true safety school on the list.
Review the list with your guidance counselor.
Decide if you are going to take the SAT/ACT again. If you are, prepare.
Research scholarships.
Start collecting information on application deadlines and requirements.
Mark the deadlines on your calendar (if you don't have one, buy one now).
Determine if you need to take the SAT Subject Tests for the schools on your list.
Ask your teachers if they would be willing to write you a recommendation.
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