The 2012/2013 College Planner & Calendar is designed to keep students organized and on track as they navigate the college application process, search for scholarships, apply for financial aid, and prepare for college interviews. Students and their parents will find a step-by-step guide to college planning useful as it contains ideas to help them focus and reminders about what needs to be done when. The planner/calendar also includes information on topics such as the SAT and ACT, understanding the Common Application, as well as tips for writing the college essay. The college match questionnaire and the college comparison chart are designed to help students identify what is important when creating their college list. Students and their parents will find this planner/calendar to be instrumental in mapping out the steps that are necessary to ensure a successful college application experience.