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The Way 2 Go

Here are practical things you can do in middle and high school to prepare to apply to college.

Middle School

Talk to your school counselor about courses that will prepare you for college.
Take English.
Take mathematics, such as pre-Algebra.
Develop good study habits, maintain a good attendance record, and work your hardest to earn good grades.
Discover your interests and talents. Develop your leadership and citizenship skills by getting involved in clubs, teams, or volunteer service.

Take pre-Algebra or Algebra I.
Take English and begin taking a language other than English.
September: Register to take the PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test) in October. Remember, you will have a chance to retake the test in the 9th and 10th grades. Learn more and sign up for e-mail alerts at www.collegeboard.com.
Focus on your classes and keep up with homework assignments.
Continue to master the study skills and work habits that you need to be successful in high school and college.
Continue to develop your leadership and citizenship skills by getting involved in clubs, teams, or volunteer service.

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