Senior Information - College Applications

Date/Deadline

Task

April - December

Take the SAT and/or ACT. (Test Optional/Blind)

October 2025

UC/CSU/ Private Application Open

November 2025 - April 2026

Fill out and submit your FAFSA Application.

Early/Mid November

Early Action/Early Decision Application Due.

November 30

UC/CSU Application DUE.

December 2025 - January 2026

Most Private Colleges Applications are Due.

Mid-January

Submit SAT and ACT Scores, Mid Semester Transcripts (if required).

February - March

Notification of Admissions.

March - June

Community College Applications and Matriculation.

March - May

Evaluate options, apply for housing, and make a final decision.

March - April, 2025

Community Scholarship Applications and Essay.

May 1

Statement of Intent Due.