The world of college admissions and planning is an ever-changing landscape. Parents today feel like so much has changed since they applied to college. With over 3,000 colleges and universities in the United States, choosing the right school for you can be overwhelming. These helpful forms and tools will keep you on track and organized to find the best-fit college. They were created by yours truly, a high school guidance counselor with 20 years of experience helping students transition to college.

The College Planning Timeline will help keep you on track and ensure you don’t miss any key steps in the college planning process. The timeline gives you actionable steps from sophomore year of high school through graduation. Check them off one by one, and you will be on your way to success in college admissions!

The College Application Checklist is your secret weapon for keeping track of all of your applications. This spreadsheet lists all the necessary information you need to submit and retain to apply to college and make the best college choice for you.

The College Planning Worksheet compares colleges and universities you are interested in on key components and keeps a list of schools you are considering. Print as many copies as you need and keep them in a binder or notebook. You can even use the form online and edit it as needed. Or just use it as a template for your own spreadsheet.

The College Admissions Glossary will be a great resource for anyone new to the world of college admissions and unfamiliar with the lingo. There is so much to learn. You want to be sure you fully understand the language before entering into any agreement with a college. This comprehensive list will be a constant resource for you during the college admissions and planning process.

Download these college admissions and planning tools today and start your journey to finding your Best Fit College! Read our post on How to Find Your Best Fit College. Subscribe to the LHCH Newsletter to avoid missing another helpful post.