Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I want to make sure I don't miss any important deadlines during the college application process. What are the key dates I should keep in mind? Thanks for the help!
Hey there! It's great to see that you're being proactive about your college application process. There are a few key deadlines you'll want to be aware of. First, you should note that there are different application plans such as Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision, and Rolling Admissions. Early Decision and Early Action deadlines typically fall around November 1st or November 15th. Regular Decision deadlines are usually around January 1st, but some colleges may have a later deadline, like January 15th or February 1st. Rolling Admissions means that applications are reviewed on a continuous basis, so it's beneficial to apply earlier for those schools. Apart from these application deadlines, you need to keep track of financial aid deadlines as well. The FAFSA opens on October 1st, and the CSS Profile (for some private colleges) usually has a deadline around the same time as your college application. Don't forget to check individual college websites for specific deadlines and requirements. Good luck!
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