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Prepare for college applications

Organize choices, deadlines, essays, and application materials.

12 weeks7 steps

Weekly steps

  1. 1

    List what matters most in a college

    Week 130 minutes
    plan
  2. 2

    Build a balanced list of possible schools

    Week 290 minutes
    research
  3. 3

    Record every application and aid deadline

    Week 245 minutes
    plan
  4. 4

    Request recommendations and transcripts

    Week 330 minutes
    create
  5. 5

    Draft the main personal essay

    Week 490 minutes
    create
  6. 6

    Ask for essay feedback and revise

    Week 760 minutes
    revise
  7. 7

    Review and submit each application

    Week 1260 minutes
    present
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