12th Grade College Knowledge Checklist

ALL ABOUT FAFSA / ALL ABOUT WASFA

Prepare to apply for the FAFSA or WASFA so you are ready when the applications open on October 1.

PARTS OF A COLLEGE APPLICATION

Each college application will have different requirements. Figure out what you need to prepare your application.

HOW TO APPLY

Determine what steps you need to complete for your college applications.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Research and apply for scholarships NOW.

ACCESSING THE COLLEGE BOUND SCHOLARSHIP

So, you have College Bound: Learn how the College Bound Scholarship will help you pay for college.

UNDERSTANDING FINANCIAL AID AWARD LETTERS

Understand your financial aid award letter and determine your next steps.

MAKING YOUR DECISION

Now that you’ve received your admission letters, determine which college is the best choice for YOU!

TRANSITIONING TO COLLEGE

Make sure you’ve completed everything you need to enroll in the college you’ve selected.

WHAT TO EXPECT YOUR FIRST TERM / COLLEGE RESOURCES YOU NEED TO USE

College is very different from high school. Map out different college resources that will help you have a successful first year.