Happy New year!
I hope that your holiday season was wonderful and relaxing with family and friends! As we head into 2024, there are changes in the college admissions landscape, most notably FAFSA.
As of this writing, FAFSA has started their “soft launch”. I was unable to get into the site, but here are some things you can do in the meantime.
- Create an FSA ID at studentaid.gov. At least one parent (the one who provides the most financial support) and student should complete this. You will need it to complete the FAFSA.
- At the same site, you can use the student aid estimator to get an idea of how much financial need you may have.
- FAFSA has been delayed, however families should complete the FAFSA as soon as they are able to avoid delays in financial aid awards.
January 2024
Seniors —
Fill out the FAFSA if applying for financial aid
Search and apply for scholarships
File any additional college applications
Have mid-year grades sent to colleges
Avoid senioritis!
Juniors —
Check College Board and ACT websites for available test dates and sites in your area. Map out dates and create a test plan for spring SAT or ACT exams
Look at FairTest to learn about test optional or test blind colleges
February 2024
Seniors —
Make sure your college applications are complete
Read the entire email from colleges and respond if necessary
Update colleges with any new information that might influence admission
Juniors –
Begin researching colleges by using websites. Attend virtual tours and information sessions
Plan college visits over spring break
As always, please reach out with any questions you may have! I am honored to partner with you in this process!
~Marie
