{"id":21867,"date":"2017-09-18T14:54:59","date_gmt":"2017-09-18T18:54:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tun.com\/blog\/?p=21867"},"modified":"2023-10-05T13:01:08","modified_gmt":"2023-10-05T17:01:08","slug":"guide-applying-to-college","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tun.com\/blog\/guide-applying-to-college\/","title":{"rendered":"A High School Senior\u2019s Guide to Applying to College"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Applying to college can seem like the most daunting task in your high school career. At this point, you have to start making decisions about where you want to go, how you\u2019re going to pay for your education, and <\/span>what your major will be<\/span><\/a>. But I\u2019m here to tell you to NOT stress. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yes, applying to college is important, but what\u2019s more important is that you stay calm and approach the college application process in an organized, low-stress manner.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s narrow it down with a timeline.<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Summer Before Senior Year <\/strong><\/b><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019re probably excited to enjoy the last summer before your senior year in high school, but it\u2019s the best time to start researching and visiting colleges that you\u2019re interested in. <\/span>College Board<\/b> is a great resource when it comes to comparing schools. The website will be your best friend when researching colleges. Another great resource is TUN\u2019s <\/span>School Analysis Tool<\/span><\/a>, which you can use to <\/span>compare a whole host of data for your higher education choices, including: actual annual cost of schools based on different family income levels; post graduation earnings; graduation rate; retention rate; and average debt.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since you will be spending 4+ years at your college, it is crucial that you understand what you\u2019re walking into. But just looking at the school\u2019s website or using comparison tools isn\u2019t enough \u2014 attending open houses for schools you\u2019re seriously interested in is key. When you begin researching and visiting schools, make sure to:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Prepare<\/b> questions to ask during the open houses. For example, you can ask about the student clubs orthe  various programs offered at the school.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. If possible, <\/span>spend a day or night <\/b>at the school you\u2019re interested in. This will give you a glimpse of what attending the school might actually be like. <\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Talk <\/b>with your parents or guardians about your choices. Yes, you are becoming an adult and where you decide to go to school is fully up to you, but in most cases, your parents\/guardians will be the ones who will help you fund your education. Have a talk with them about finances, and see if dorming is an option or if commuting is a better choice. Communication is key when narrowing down your list of schools. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    SEE ALSO<\/span>: <\/b>10 Things to do the Summer Before College<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Fall of Senior Year <\/strong><\/b><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

    By the fall of senior year, you will already have some idea about the schools you’re going to apply to. At this point, you might have already begun to exhibit signs of senioritis, but remember to still work hard in your classes because colleges <\/span>do<\/span><\/i> look at your grades from senior year! The key to starting right and staying organized is <\/span>giving yourself deadlines<\/b> so that you don\u2019t feel overwhelmed. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    September-December <\/strong><\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n