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Jump Start Your College Planning
Begin preparing for college early. If you are still in high school or junior high, start thinking about and planning your future now. Decisions you make in high school can affect where you attend school and whether you receive scholarships to help you pay for college.
Get Involved
When you are in high school, becoming involved with extracurricular activities will improve your chances of being admitted to a variety of colleges since most colleges are impressed with students who are involved with extracurricular activities.
Take Challenging Courses
While applying to schools, admission departments will review your grades from high school but they will also take into consideration how difficult the classes you took were.
Get Help
If you are struggling academically, most schools provide tutors free of charge to assist you. Never hesitate to meet with a teacher if you are struggling in a class.
Read
Outside of your regular school work, take some time out of your day to read, preferably a half hour a day. You will be better prepared for standardized tests and the rigor of college homework.
Don't Delay
Be sure to take the necessary standardized tests during the recommended times so you do not delay any admission decisions. A good way to prepare for these tests is to take core classes covering the major subjects in these tests.
Get the College-Bound Facts
Spend some time conducting research to better acquaint yourself with the admissions process and college life in general. You can learn more about college from the internet, college alumni, or counselors at your local college.
Involve Your Family
Be sure to involve close family members as you prepare to attend college. Regardless of whether they went to college or not, they can support you as you begin this new journey.
Look for a Mentor
As you begin your college journey, seek mentors to answer your questions and lend support when needed. If you need information about a particular major, take some time to meet with somebody that has expertise in the subject.
Confront Personal Roadblocks
Do not hesitate to seek assistance if you are struggling with any problems after you have begun college. Speak with the necessary people to help you or seek additional services provided by the college.
Roll Up Your Sleeves
Learn how to study and work hard before you enter college because you will have to work very hard to complete your degree.
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