PATHS COLLEGE TIMELINE

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9TH GRADE

“]Discussion of the value of college.

College visits.

Discussion of importance of good grades, interests and begin college research.

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10TH GRADE

“]College visits
Continued career/interest discussion and
potential job shadows
Compare colleges
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11TH GRADE

“]College visits/over-night college trips.
Begin exploring majors.
Continue researching/comparing colleges.
Begin college list.
Take SAT spring of junior year-be sure to take it twice.
Begin exploring financial aid options.
Begin summer planning. Students should begin writing college essay during the summer and have
completed their college list by the fall of their senior year.
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12TH GRADE

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FALL
Register for the October SAT.
Complete college list.
Complete essay.
Finish CUNY/SUNY/private application before winter break.
January 1 st fill out the FAFSA/TAP applications for financial aid.

SPRING
Review acceptances and compare financial aid packages.
Register at the school of your choice.

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