Way2GoMD

High School

Your final year of high school! Stay focused—you're almost there!

Take English and other courses that prepare you for college-level study. Advanced math courses, such as Trigonometry, Statistics, or Calculus, are recommended. Beginning with students entering ninth grade in 2011, a fourth year of math--Algebra II or an advanced math course--in the senior year is required.
Early September: Register for the October SAT or ACT. Learn more and sign up for e-mail alerts at www.collegeboard.com.
October-November: Send out your college applications. Early application deadline for most USM universities is November 1. Final application deadlines run February 1 to April 1 (check with the colleges to which you apply).
Apply for scholarships. Check with your guidance counselor for information.
Early November: Register for the December SAT or ACT if you are retaking the exam.
January-March: Apply for financial aid.
Late Spring: Students taking Advanced Placement (AP) classes: Register to take the AP exams in the spring. You can earn college credit for AP courses if you score well on the tests.

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