<p>Hey all. I'm just wondering what a rising senior should be focusing on during the summer to go through the admissions process as smooth as possible. </p>
<p>Right now I've been volunteering, working, and studying for SAT II tests a tiny bit. Anything else that I should look into doing? I haven't started any essays/commonapp yet.</p>
<p>Prepare your high school resume. Create your college list: Reaches, Matches, Safeties. Plan to apply Early Action if the choice is available. Begin essays based on the Common Application essay topics. Study for the SAT/ACT if you plan on retaking in the Fall. Discuss finances with your parents as to what they can afford in terms of tuition/room/board/fees.</p>
<p>Squeeze in some fun.</p>
<p>scholarshipsscholarshipsscholarships!</p>
<p>i’m in the same boat-
i’m getting community service hours under my belt, taking an SAT course, creating my college list, and enjoying my summer :)</p>