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.

Finalize summer plans - Sophomore Year College Admission

Overview

By March, you should have a clear picture of how you'll spend your summer. Time to finalize!

Components of a Strong Summer

Something Productive

Program, internship, or research
Job or work experience
Passion project with tangible outcomes
Sustained volunteer commitment

College Preparation

Test prep (if needed)
College visits (if planned)
Essay brainstorming
Activity documentation

Rest and Balance

Time with family and friends
Physical activity
Hobbies and relaxation
Reading for pleasure

Finalizing Your Plan

If You Have a Program

Complete all required forms
Arrange transportation and housing
Note start and end dates
Plan what comes before and after

If You're Working

Confirm your job and schedule
Understand expectations
Plan other activities around work

If You're Independent

Set specific goals for your project
Create a weekly schedule
Identify accountability measures
Plan milestones and checkpoints

Write It Down

Create a summer calendar with:

Major commitments and dates
Weekly activity blocks
College prep activities
Rest and recreation time

Overview

By March, you should have a clear picture of how you'll spend your summer. Time to finalize!

Components of a Strong Summer

Something Productive

Program, internship, or research
Job or work experience
Passion project with tangible outcomes
Sustained volunteer commitment

College Preparation

Test prep (if needed)
College visits (if planned)
Essay brainstorming
Activity documentation

Rest and Balance

Time with family and friends
Physical activity
Hobbies and relaxation
Reading for pleasure

Finalizing Your Plan

If You Have a Program

Complete all required forms
Arrange transportation and housing
Note start and end dates
Plan what comes before and after

If You're Working

Confirm your job and schedule
Understand expectations
Plan other activities around work

If You're Independent

Set specific goals for your project
Create a weekly schedule
Identify accountability measures
Plan milestones and checkpoints

Write It Down

Create a summer calendar with:

Major commitments and dates
Weekly activity blocks
College prep activities
Rest and recreation time

Finalize summer plans

Step-by-Step Guide

Overview

Components of a Strong Summer

Something Productive

College Preparation

Rest and Balance

Finalizing Your Plan

If You Have a Program

If You're Working

If You're Independent

Write It Down

Task Details

Track Your Progress

Related Tasks

Finalize summer plans

Step-by-Step Guide

Overview

Components of a Strong Summer

Something Productive

College Preparation

Rest and Balance

Finalizing Your Plan

If You Have a Program

If You're Working

If You're Independent

Write It Down

Task Details

Track Your Progress

Related Tasks