MHS Class of 2023: College Planning Timeline

Spring 2022

• Register for late Summer or Fall SAT and/or ACT tests. Read about test optional schools.
  • SAT Info
  • ACT Info
  • AP Exam Info
• Research colleges in Naviance Student and save colleges to Colleges I’m Thinking About.
• McLean Student Services YouTube Channel
• Consider touring colleges in person if possible. Some schools may have virtual options! 
• Participate in the College Application Workshop Sessions August 2nd & 3rd.
• Reach out to 1-2 teachers before the end of the school year who you like to ask to write a letter of recommendation on your behalf.

Summer 2022

• Complete the Parent & Student Questionnaires above by the first day of school.
• Many college applications are available on August 1. Begin preparing for the actual application process: draft application essays; collect writing samples; and assemble portfolios or audition tapes.
  • Brainstorm essays
  • Review Common Application and Coalition Application essay prompts.
• Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center if you hope to play Division I or II sports.
• Begin looking for scholarships on Naviance. Check out the FAFSA4caster to estimate your eligibility for federal student aid.

Fall 2022

• Submit Transcript Request forms to Ms. Blalock at least 30 days in advance of college deadlines
• Complete & submit college applications - be aware of application and priority scholarship deadlines
• Fill out the FAFSA, which is available October 1, 2022 and apply for scholarships
• Ask 1 teacher NOT writing your recommendation letter to complete the Teacher Comment Form