College is a great experience but it is different than high school.  If you are considering college as a means to help yourself grow both personally and academically, talk to others who are going or have been.  Sometimes the process of applying to college and waiting for responses, working out financial aid, and completing high school on your terms can be stressful.  To ease this process along a smoother path, there are several things that you can do.  

 

Here is some great information from National College Fairs:

Top 10 Tips for Writing a College Essay

Finding the Right College Fit

Preparing for College:  Senior Checklist

Preparing for College:  Junior Checklist