January To-Do List

Start the year off right by following a to-do list.

Stay warm this month by staying busy! Keep this January to-do list in mind.

Seniors 

• Keep your consultant informed as admissions decisions come in so you can respond appropriately to deferrals or other outcomes.
• Avoid senioritis by keeping your grades up and avoiding disciplinary issues.
• If you are admitted early and know you want to attend a particular college, put your housing deposit down as soon as possible to get the best residential choices.
• If you are applying for financial aid, make sure your parents have filed the FAFSA and the CSS Profile if required. Pay attention to relevant scholarship deadlines for the colleges to which you applied.

Juniors

• In-person visits can be scheduled on the websites. If you plan visits for the February school vacation, schedule them soon as those visits can book up quickly. Talk to us as you make visit plans so we can help you prioritize where they matter most.
• Plan to complete virtual visits (online information sessions and tours) for the colleges on your list where you may not be able to visit. Invite a parent to join you. They can be found on the admission page of the college website. Some require advance registration, so plan ahead.
• Look for special opportunities such as chats with a student, or speak with representatives of an academic department of interest. Some colleges will allow you to sit in on a class. You will learn more about the college and better understand what it offers.
• Your grades this year are very important. If necessary, meet with teachers to develop a plan for improvement, such as extra help sessions or engaging a tutor.
• Prepare and register for standardized tests (SAT, ACT) if you are testing. Register far in advance because test sites have been filling fast.

All Students

• Make plans for the summer (an on-site or virtual opportunity), such as a job, volunteer work, or an enrichment program. If you are a rising senior, consider an activity where you take leadership or initiative. Let us know if you need ideas.

Learn more about how we guide students in their college experience by scheduling an introductory interview with a college admission consultant.