What should a high school student do as they approach
graduation? Hopefully at this point you
have determined what college is the best fit for you. Now is a good time to make sure you have
completed all your financial information required for the college. Examples would be like verification and
entrance counseling. If you have
questions talk to your financial aid office and they would be more than happy
to help. Make you sure you keep the
college in the loop of all your hometown scholarships. These few things can make your transition to
college a much easier one.
Housing is a huge part of college and I would suggest if you
haven’t started to start now. Things to
possibly check are: acceptance/down payments, room selection, roommate
selection, and choosing a meal plan. Pay
attention to when move in starts, ends, and avoid peak times if possibly. Orientation is a great time to check out your
room and residence hall. Speaking about orientation, make sure you sign up
early because this will give you first pick of classes.
One part of the college process that gets overlooked but is very
important is vaccinations. Make sure you
are following up with your college on your proper vaccinations. If you don’t get those vaccinations it could
lead to holds on your accounts or stop you from registering in classes.
Once high school finishes it is time to start thinking about
books and items you will need for college.
Make a list of everything you think you will need and start chipping away
at it this summer. If you are working
this summer, think about saving that money for college, or the items you will
need in college. Last but not least,
enjoy this break and rest before college starts!
Sean - ICAN Sioux City & Orange City Centers
