• Participate in any summer orientation programs for incoming freshmen.

Parents and Students:

• Visit campuses you are interested in and meet with admission and outreach representatives.
  
  
• Attend college information programs, and talk to college representatives when they visit your high school.
  
  
• Check frequently with high school counselors or career center directors for scholarships awarded by schools, local companies, and community groups.
  
  
• October 1 - November 30: Very important: Apply to Tennessee campuses for next fall during this initial admission application filing period (some campuses may continue to accept applications after November 30).
  
  
• January: Complete and file the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
  
  
• May: Take the AP (Advanced Placement) exams for any Advanced Placement subjects you have taken. Scoring well on the test(s) will give you college credit for these courses.
  
  
• June: Congratulations! Your hard work paid off and you reached your goal of graduation!
  
  
• Summer Take part in summer orientation programs for incoming college freshmen.
  
  
• Fall: See you at a Tennessee campus!