February

• Write down your ideas for post-secondary study: what country? What do you want to study? Do you already know of some colleges you may like to learn more about?
• Meet with college counselor to discuss your preliminary list of colleges. Students and parents should attend and are welcome at the meeting with college counselor.
• Register for the March 10 th SAT I, registration deadline is February 2 nd .
• Prepare for the SAT I by signing up for a prep course, using computer software, or doing the SAT practice tests available in books at bookstores. But don't spend so much time trying to improve standardized test scores that grades and co-curricular involvement suffer.

March

• Write, telephone, or use the Internet to request admission literature and financial aid information from the colleges on your list. There is no charge and no obligation to obtain general information about admission and financial aid.
• Begin creating a college notebook/binder. Divide by university, write down what you learn, what programs they have, who to contact for more information (i.e. regional admissions officer,) keep track of deadline and requirements (SAT Subject tests, TOEFL, etc.)

April

• Register for the May 5th SAT I or the SAT Subject tests. Not all SAT II Subject Tests are given on every test date. Check the calendar carefully to determine when the Subject Tests you want are offered. Ask college counselor for any questions involving SAT Subject tests- test choices are often specific to each individual student's strengths
• Continue to evaluate your list of colleges and universities. Eliminate colleges from the original list that no longer interest you and add others as appropriate.
• Look into summer jobs or apply for special summer academic or enrichment programs. Colleges love to see students using their knowledge and developing their skills and interests.
• World Bank College Fair and Canadian Colleges Night will be this month. Dates TBA. Check Lycee website.
• If you are going to be required to take TOEFL for any university that you are applying to, you should sign up now. It is extremely hard to get an appointment to do so in the fall and winter!!!!

May

• Get a jump start on summer activities! Consider enrolling in an academic course at a local college, pursuing a summer school program, applying for an internship, working, or volunteering. If you work, save part of your earnings for college. College Counselor has a lot of brochures for academic summer programs offered all over the world- just ask!
• Begin visiting colleges. Phone to set up appointments. Interviews are always a good idea, if they have them on campus. Many colleges will tell you they are optional, but an interview will show interest, enthusiasm and initiative on your part and provide an excellent opportunity to have your questions answered. Do a practice interview with your counselor, teacher, employer, or a senior who has had college interviews. Set up interviews as early as possible-interview times become booked quickly!
• Take the SAT I or the SAT II.

June

• High School diploma Ceremony June 8 th 7:00pm!
• After school ends, go visit colleges. Seeing the college firsthand, taking a tour and talking to students can be the greatest help in deciding whether or not a school is right for you. Although it is ideal to visit colleges during the academic year, going in the summer will be valuable. Admission offices employ their students to give tours and answer questions from prospective students and their parents.
• Take the SAT I, or SAT subjects tests on June dates if you have signed up.

July

• Visit colleges, take tours, have interviews and ask questions. Make college visiting a family event. Involve your parents and siblings in every step of your application process. Choosing the right college is a tough decision; the opinions of those who know you best can provide helpful insight into which college is best for you.

August

• Continue to refine your list of potential colleges and universities.
• Register to take SAT I again in October.
• Begin drafting application essays. Look at all applications and access how many essays you will need to write. Your college counselor can be helpful with this!