Holcomb School District

FALL 2019

• Review your career plans and decide what type of "after grad preparation" is appropriate for you.
• Visit universities, colleges, trade schools, military recruiting stations, work opportunities, etc.
• Narrow your list to 3-5 choices.
• Make sure the schools or programs you are considering have your degree or career path available.
• Begin to apply.
• Complete your FAFSA.
• Mail in transcripts and ACT scores.
• Consider taking the ACT again if you are needing a particular score to be accepted or to meet a scholarship requirement.
• Attend special programs such as college/career fairs.
• Follow up with any additional financial records requested by the universities, colleges, or trade schools that you have applied to.
• Pay close attention to deadlines. Most university and college deadlines are DECEMBER 1st! Remember the early bird gets the worm!