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Senior Application Timeline

Your roadmap to college application success. Here are the key milestones every senior needs to hit.

Aug 1

Application Launch

Finalize your college list and application strategy. Complete your Common App profile and main essay. Start supplemental essays for early applications.

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Oct 1

Early Applications

Invite your recommenders and confirm how you will send transcripts and score reports. Finalize your Common App descriptions and additional information sections.

Nov 1

EA/ED Deadlines

Submit Early Decision and Early Action applications. Complete FAFSA and CSS Profile for financial aid. Continue working on Regular Decision supplements.

Jan 1

Regular Decision

Submit remaining Regular Decision applications. Follow up on any missing materials. Apply for additional scholarships while you wait.

Apr 1

Decision Time

Receive and compare admissions offers and financial aid packages. Visit or revisit your top choices. Make your final decision before the May 1 deposit deadline.

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Expert advice from Coach Jay

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