<p>I think I speak for a lot of seniors here, when I say that I find myself spending more time then I ever have before worrying about admissions, but feeling like there is little I can do at this point. Is there any advice from HS graduates on what us Seniors can do at this point to maximize our likelyhoods of getting into our dream schools?</p>
<p>There is nothing you can do about the past but you can do something about the present. Present your self in the best light on the applications. Pick the right teachers to write your LOR’s. Spend a good amount of time writing and re-writing your essays. These things you can control</p>
<p>Here’s something that many seniors do that relieves a lot of stress.</p>
<p>Find a financial safety school that you like that has rolling admissions - some put up their apps in July. Apply to one of those (send transcripts and scores). Having an early acceptance in your pocket makes the whole application season far less stressful.</p>
<p>Be sure to pick a school that you know that you can afford to go to - either by paying out of pocket or by getting assured scholarships or assured aid.</p>