College Preparation

Check out the timelines for staying on track for future college opportunities. 

Freshmen

  • Get to know your school counselor

  • Participate in school activities. Do what you enjoy! Be a leader!

  • Take part in community activities and service

  • Give yourself more options by earning the best grades you can

  • Take challenging (but appropriate) courses

  • Take tours of campuses on your vacation travels

  • Complete an interest inventory (IDEAS Assessment) through Idaho CIS website

  • Visit Next Steps Idaho for 9th Grade preparation resources

Sophomores

  • Stay in touch with your counselor

  • Take the PSAT in October

  • Remain involved in school and community activities. Be a leader!

  • Earn the best grades you can

  • Attend a college night in your area

  • Continue to take challenging high school courses

  • Complete an interest inventory (IDEAS Assessment) through Idaho CIS website

  • Visit Next Steps Idaho for 10th Grade preparation resources

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