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Pre-College Tasks for Graduating Seniors

Marla Platt • June 8, 2023

Items to wrap up ahead of your college journey - FREE download


Amazing! It is finally June of senior year, and what a time it is! Graduation is on the calendar and college fall is on the horizon. 

There are still several items that you may need to wrap up as you conclude your college process and prepare for the transition in your educational journey. 


Click here for a download listing 16 items that may be relevant to you. These tasks cover key actions for college-bound students to consider based on their college destination and timeline.


Feel free to print this tool and mark off the tasks and to-do's that apply to you. 


Seniors, I want to congratulate each and every one of you on your progress and accomplishments. Happy Graduation -- I am so excited for you as you look forward to your next steps!! 

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Pre-College Tasks for Graduating Seniors


❏ Submit your final high school transcript to your college through your school counselor.

❏ Forward your official SAT/ACT score report if you had originally self reported scores on your application.

❏ Submit official AP or IB scores for potential college credit. Scores for tests that were taken this spring will post in early summer.

❏ Request a final college transcript for college courses you took for credit as a high school student.

❏ Schedule on-campus orientation.

❏ Arrange first semester tuition, room and board payments by deadlines in order to avoid hefty late fees. 

❏ Schedule a meeting with your college advisor to select freshman courses. 

❏ Consider early orientation programs to connect with other first-year students in a smaller setting. 

❏ Explore Living Learning Communities (LLCs) as housing options. LLCs can offer students a cohort and connection via shared interests. 

❏ Contact the college’s Student Services Office if you are eligible for support services or accommodations.

❏ Learn about Greek life rush period if interested. Colleges vary as to when freshmen have access to fraternity or sorority rush. 

❏ Ensure that financial aid applications and packages are in good order.

❏ Arrange for medical prescriptions while away at school or studying abroad.

❏ Check student portal regularly for updates or requirements.

❏ And, last but not least, pick up an extra college T-shirt or two to tide you over between laundry days! 


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Marla Platt, M.B.A. is an independent college consultant based in Sudbury, MA through AchieveCoach College Consulting, providing expert and personalized guidance to students and families throughout the college planning, search and admissions process. Marla is a professional member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association and can be reached via www.achievecoach.com

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