Juniors, start setting up your calendar for the spring and do your best to stay organized – between the SAT and ACT, college visits, job shadows and AP exams – there’s a lot to do!
Better yet, find things that you believe in. Whether it’s through your high school or the local community – there are opportunities everywhere to start building your brand. Nothing you feel passionate about yet? Be willing to try something new.
Don’t let sticker price stop you from considering a school. Use a net price calculator to find the “real” cost. Especially with private colleges, the net price is considerably less than the sticker price.
Here’s four ways to start exploring career options before you settle on a major. Do your homework now, so that you feel more informed and more confident heading into college!
Get to know your high school counselor.
Make a point of scheduling time to meet and talk with your guidance counselor. You want them to know you well enough so that when it comes time to write you a letter of recommendation, they have something to say that actually helps you!
