A successful journey to college requires some preplanning. Below is a ninth grade checklist of things to do in order to prepare for college. Check off those things that you have done successfully.
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Work through College Grazing to “jump start” your college thinking.
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Talk to your school counselor about college planning.
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Take classes that are challenging: English, mathematics, science, history, geography, a foreign language, government, civics, economics, and the arts
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Explore different career possibilities. Talk to various adults about their work—what they like and dislike. Check out the career search links in the menu "College Resources."
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Start saving for college. Talk to your parents about college costs. To understand more about college financing, explore the finance links listed in menu "College Resources."
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Talk to friends and relatives about their experiences in college.
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Discuss your career and college goals with your parents.
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