Mt Pleasant High School

Register for TN Promise at www.TNPromise.gov 

Know the additional ACT* and/or SAT administration dates. Register online by the deadline if you are going to take them. See www.actstudent.org  or www.collegeboard.com   

Be sure to have your ACT test scores sent to the colleges for which you are applying.  

Make a list of your college choices.  Confirm you meet the requirements for the college you apply to such as GPA and ACT score, pay attention to due dates for everything! 

Ask a teacher or counselor for recommendation if needed, 10-14 days in advance.   

Get started on any essays to be included with your applications. Ask teachers and others to read and give feedback.  

Complete a Transcript Request Form in the Counseling Office to have your transcript sent.  

 Work on scholarship applications and submit according to deadlines.  

Complete and submit your college financial aid application and the FAFSA as soon as possible Go to: www.fafsa.ed.gov   

Register with the Selective Services if you are a male, U.S. citizen, 18 yrs. of age. (www.sss.gov )  

Contact the admissions office and financial aid office of the college/s to which you have applied to confirm all your information has been received and that they have everything they need from you.  

When you decide on a college, notify them by accepting and getting deposits turned in by the due date. Be sure to check any deadlines that may apply.  

Request a final transcript, in the Counseling office, to be sent to the college of your choice before you graduate.  

Participate in any orientation programs for incoming freshmen 

Complete 8 hrs. of community service by July 1st to qualify for TN Promise.  

Know what you have to do to maintain or reapply for any scholarships you received.