1. Preparing for College

2. In your junior year, think about a profession or career you are interested in Look online and ask your career counselor to suggest possible colleges that would be a good fit for you

3. Preparing for College If you are not sure what you would like to study, look into some Liberal Art schools Think about which part of the country you would like to be in Live at school? Commute?

4. Preparing for College Talk to financial aid representatives at schools of your choice about financial aid programs Start to save money Part time job? Summer job?

5. Preparing for College Visit some of the schools that are at the top of your list Spend some time speaking with students Spend some time in the area Neighborhoods? Shopping? Community programs?

6. Preparing for College During the summer before your senior year, think about people in your life that would be happy to write you a great letter of recommendation Contact them early; don't wait until the last minute Fill out your applications, mail them and relax!

7. Preparing for College What is meant to be will be