When should I start preparing for college admission?

You should start preparing in freshman year of high school. This includes focusing on grades, exploring extracurricular activities, and beginning to think about your interests and potential career paths.

What are the most important college admission deadlines?

Key deadlines include: Early Decision/Early Action (November 1-15), Regular Decision (January 1-15), FAFSA opens (October 1), and CSS Profile deadline (varies by school). Our timeline tracker helps you never miss a deadline.

How many college admission tasks are there?

There are 374+ tasks across all four years of high school, including academic preparation, standardized testing, extracurricular activities, college research, applications, and financial aid.

What is included in the admission timeline?

The timeline includes tasks for: A-G requirements tracking, standardized test prep (SAT/ACT/AP), college research and visits, application essays, letters of recommendation, financial aid (FAFSA/CSS), and scholarship applications.

Submit TASS and other apps - Junior Year College Admission

Overview

Several prestigious summer programs have January deadlines. If you're interested, make sure to submit your applications on time!

Programs with January Deadlines

TASP (Telluride Association Summer Program)

One of the most prestigious humanities programs
Duration: 6 weeks
Cost: Free
Acceptance rate: ~3%
Deadline: December 3, 2025
Apply: apply.tellurideassociation.org

Governor's Schools

Varies by state
Usually free
Typically January deadlines
Search: "[Your state] Governor's School"

Pre-College Programs

Many universities offer summer programs
Less selective but still valuable
Examples: Stanford Summer Session, Brown Pre-College, Yale Young Global Scholars

Application Tips

Start early - applications take longer than expected
Have essays reviewed by teachers or counselors
Request recommendations with 3+ weeks notice
Submit before the deadline to avoid technical issues

If You Haven't Started Yet

Some programs still have time! Focus on the ones you're most excited about.

Overview

Several prestigious summer programs have January deadlines. If you're interested, make sure to submit your applications on time!

Programs with January Deadlines

TASP (Telluride Association Summer Program)

One of the most prestigious humanities programs
Duration: 6 weeks
Cost: Free
Acceptance rate: ~3%
Deadline: December 3, 2025
Apply: apply.tellurideassociation.org

Governor's Schools

Varies by state
Usually free
Typically January deadlines
Search: "[Your state] Governor's School"

Pre-College Programs

Many universities offer summer programs
Less selective but still valuable
Examples: Stanford Summer Session, Brown Pre-College, Yale Young Global Scholars

Application Tips

Start early - applications take longer than expected
Have essays reviewed by teachers or counselors
Request recommendations with 3+ weeks notice
Submit before the deadline to avoid technical issues

If You Haven't Started Yet

Some programs still have time! Focus on the ones you're most excited about.

Submit TASS and other apps

Step-by-Step Guide

Overview

Programs with January Deadlines

TASP (Telluride Association Summer Program)

Governor's Schools

Pre-College Programs

Application Tips

If You Haven't Started Yet

Helpful Resources

Task Details

Track Your Progress

Related Tasks

Submit TASS and other apps

Step-by-Step Guide

Overview

Programs with January Deadlines

TASP (Telluride Association Summer Program)

Governor's Schools

Pre-College Programs

Application Tips

If You Haven't Started Yet

Helpful Resources

Task Details

Track Your Progress

Related Tasks