December File your last application. Consult with your guidance counselor again to review your short list of colleges. Be sure you have all your bases covered. If you have applied for early decision, you should receive a decision soon. January Keep working on your grades.
Courses continue to count throughout the senior year.
Complete and send in your financial aid forms. Some colleges may also require supplemental financial aid forms. February Monitor your applications to be sure that all materials are sent and received on time. Contact the colleges to be sure that your application is complete with the most current standardized test results. March and April Look for admission decision letters in the mail.