Getting good grades is only one aspect of well-rounded preparation. You should also develop other talents and interests outside the classroom. That having been said, don't let these activities interfere with getting good grades. Applying for admission to college doesn't have to be difficult, but it does require planning and organization. The first step is to contact the schools you are interested in and find out what you need to do to apply and when you need to do it.
Different schools have different application deadlines and different application requirements.
For example, some schools require only a simple application form that can be submitted at any point before classes begin, while others expect you to submit essays, teacher recommendations, and standardized test scores well before the school year begins. The second step is to create an application calendar for yourself. Please see the Calendar Checklist for a more complete list of these tasks. All rights reserved. Updated November 6, 1997.