CHECKLIST

Senior year is about deciding and applying to the student’s colleges of choice and confirming admission and funding.

Have your college essay completed before returning to school, this will save you loads of stress in the fall.

Know your admission contact at every college/university on your list. Ask two or more teachers to write letters of recommendation for you.

Make sure you are meeting with your counselor regularly and that all materials are sent to prospective colleges in a timely manner.

Obtain copies of your transcript (grades through the end of your junior year) for your records but also to apply for any scholarships.

Apply to colleges using the college or universities’ websites (opens August 1st) or via the Common Application. Submit any required documents!

Submit your Federal Application for Federal Student Aid/FAFSA (available October 1st) and the CSS Profile (if needed-available October 5th). Apply for all scholarships which are applicable.

Send your ACT/SAT scores to LOSFA (Louisiana Office of Student Financial Aid) in order to be eligible for TOPS (Taylor Opportunity Program for Students).

Make your college decision!