When to Do What: A Step-by-Step Guide to the College Process

"When to Do What" is a practical, easy-to-read guide for parents and students wanting to learn more about the college process. Author Joann Elliott puts over twenty years of college counseling experience into one succinct book! The first 5 chapters are dedicated to answering popular questions like "when should we start talking about college?" to "what if I don't know my major?". The last six chapters outline step-by-step timelines of the order of when to do various aspects of the process from visiting to applying to financial aid. The book also contains various worksheets and to-do lists that break down goals into more manageable tasks. Helpful items include sample activity lists, tips on writing essays, and questions to ask when visiting colleges. It's like a college counselor at your kitchen table! Ideal for students in 8th -12th grades and their parents or anyone who wants to have a clearer picture of this sometimes daunting process!