About the Book - Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Senior Calendar

College Selection

Choosing the Right College

Types of Schools

Characteristics of Schools

Free College Search Websites

The Application Process

Getting Ready to Apply

Schools You Are Thinking About

Your College Application File

Asking for Recommendations

How Colleges Make Their Decisions

Personal Information Worksheet

Completing Your College Applications

College Information Worksheets

Keeping Track of College Applications

Writing the College Essay

What Should You Write About?

Be Your Unique Self

Ready, Set, Write!

No Need to Get it Write the First Time

In Conclusion

The Admissions Interview

Prepare for Your Interview

Dress For Success

Do Your Homework

What to Expect

Your Opportunity to Ask Questions

After Your Interview

Questions to Ask Admissions

College Athletics

The Recruiting Process

Playing a Sport is a Serious Commitment

Questions to Ask a College Coach

Sample Letter to a Coach

Athletic Resume Template

The SAT & ACT

Getting Ready

SAT or ACT

The SAT

What is on the SAT Reasoning Test

SAT & ACT Registration

Test Prep Resources

Paying for College

Cost of Attendance

Financial Aid Package

Your EFC

Start Your Scholarship Search Early

Keeping Track of Your Scholarships

Not All Financial Aid Packages are Equal

Questions to Ask Financial Aid Officers

Federal Financial Aid Programs

Example of Financial Aid Packages

State Higher Education Agencies

The Financial Aid Process

Financial Aid Forms

CSS/Financial PROFILE

The FAFSA

Completing the FAFSA

The Student Aid Report

Updating Your FAFSA

The Financial Aid Process At a Glance

FAFSA FAQs

Making Your Decision

Acceptance to a College

Wait Listed?

The Financial Aid Award Letter

What You Should Know

Not Enough?

College Cost Comparison Worksheet

College Survival

College is Different

Tips for College Survival and Fun

Campus Resources

What to Bring to College

Glossary of Terms