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When to Begin |
What to Do |
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FRESHMAN and SOPHOMORE years
of high school |
Become familiar with college entrance requirements. Work with parents, teachers, and counselors to create a four-year high school curriculum plan to satisfy your goals. |
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Summers of
sophomore and
JUNIOR years |
Consider what your talents and gifts are and how you might use those in your future vocation to serve God. Attend The YiM Student Leadership Conference. |
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September-March
of JUNIOR year |
Begin considering what type of a college experience you're interested in -- small private college, large public university, community college, liberal arts, etc. Talk with your parents, counselor, teacher, friends, and youth minister.
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March-August
of JUNIOR year |
Make a list of colleges you are considering and collect information. Visit college webpages, attend college fairs in your area, begin making college visits to narrow down your list.
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JUNIOR year |
Take ACT or SAT test. Have your test scores sent to Milligan College. |
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August-December
of SENIOR year |
Compare the colleges on your list. Weigh the pros and cons carefully. Continue visiting colleges and attending college fairs. Attend a Milligan Open House.
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August-November
of SENIOR year |
Apply to your "choice" colleges. Do you have all the necessary forms? Are you sure of the application deadlines? Submit transcript and test scores.
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November-February
of SENIOR year |
Apply for financial aid. Have you investigated all possible sources of aid? File your FAFSA by early February in order to meet Milligan's March 1 priority date and to receive the best financial aid package possible.
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November-April
of SENIOR year |
Make some final decisions. Confer with parents, youth minister, and counselors. Confirm your decisions by returning your enrollment confirmation form and paying your deposit to hold your space.
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April or June
of SENIOR year |
Attend Connections: New Student Orientation to meet other new students, your faculty mentor, and register for classes
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Summer |
Prepare for start of college. Return all forms and paperwork to reserve residence hall space.
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August |
Orientation and Classes Begin |
