College Planning Timelines

Student goals can change over time. Check out our timelines to stay on track throughout your college application journey!

All KEFTutoring College Counseling services rely on personalized goal-setting tools. These free resources will help you begin your college journey at any time.


We suggest selecting the accelerated timeline for students heavily involved in athletics or other major school activities (for instance, the spring musical or club leadership).

General Applicants & Current Juniors

Significant Extracurricular Activity & Athletics

Top Tier, Engineering, Business School, BFA

STUDENT TYPEDESCRIPTION
General Applicants & Current JuniorsUse this timeline if you’re a current junior, if you’re not sure where to start, or if you’ve eliminated the options below!
Major Extracurricular Activity & AthleticsIf you participate in a significant extracurricular activity (think Forensics, Model UN, FBLA, Robotics) or travel with your sports team, this timeline is for you!
Top Tier (+25) University
Engineering
Business School
Arts (BFA)
Want to apply to a top 25 school? Are you considering applying to engineering or business or getting a BFA? You may need to take an extra test, write an additional essay, or create a portfolio. Be sure to begin your research, preparation, and writing early!
Not sure what timeline to choose?