Many you underclassmen may be thinking that college is far away and applying for scholarships is something they won’t have to do. Well I have to tell you that is false. Time flies, and before you know these responsibilities will be pounding at your door. So here are some tips on things to start now.

Applying to College

• Visit Universities
• Sign up for it email list
• Get in contact with admissions people
• Start your applications on

1. Common App
2. Schools Website
3. By Hand

• Submit application by priority deadline
• Anticipate

http://www.commonapp.org/

Applying for Scholarships

• Look for scholarships at specific universities
• Apply using online resource

1. SallieMae
2. Niche
3. Scholarship Fastweb
4. Unigo
5. Collegeboard
6. Scholarship Owl

• Go to local businesses
• Ask people you know
• Apply for Fafsa

https://www.salliemae.com/college-planning/college-scholarships/apply-for-scholarships/

Lincoln Park Senior Natasha Tyler says “ It feels wonderful to have my college applications done and to know how much money I am receiving.”