What To Do Over Winter Break

Posted by College Connection on Saturday, December 27, 2014 Under: College Planning

Yes, school is out. HOORAY!

But before (or after) you hit the beach -- or the slopes -- here are a few things “To Do” during the break:

1. High school Seniors: Put the finishing touches on those college applications still waiting to be submitted, and, by all means, SUBMIT! [Be aware of those deadlines. They mean it!]

2. Follow up on submitted applications (most colleges have Application Trackers on their web portals) to make certain they are complete. [Transcripts, letters of recommendation, Guidance Reports, test scores, as required.]

3. Deferred from a college you applied you? Read, Deferred Is Not Denied. You are still in the running. [Do consider, however, other college acceptances. After all, wouldn’t you want to go to a college that wants you from the get go, and not one that can’t make up its mind!]

4. For you high school juniors, start building your resumes on Naviance. [Yes, it is important!]

5. Search and apply for college scholarships. College students. High school seniors. Juniors. Sophs. Even Freshmen. Accumulate FREE money for college, NOT student debt! [Read, Turn Winter Break Into Money For College.]

6. Complete and submit any and all required financial aid forms. [Check the financial aid page on the college website(s).] Be mindful of deadlines.

7. Come January, prepare and submit the FAFSA. ALL COLLEGES REQUIRE FAFSA. Many use FAFSA as the application for merit aid and internal scholarships. [Returning college students MUST renew FAFSA to continue to get aid, including certain grants, Work-Study, and federal student loans.]

9. Last, but certainly not least, relax and enjoy! That’s what winter break is all about.

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