May 2024 Editorial: Our University Preparation Checklist for G11/Y12 Students!

Above, Millie's co-founder & CEO Jenna Ahn in Riyadh with the Acting US Ambassador and international school counsellors.

Article written by Ariel Lau, Millie's co-founder and Global Head Counsellor.

Now that our Class of 2024 students are crossing the finish line, it’s time to shift the focus to ensuring that the rising seniors are well prepared for the challenges they are about to face!

In this article, we will share a uni prep survival checklist for all Class of 2025 students so they can plan out their critical months before admissions peak season effectively!

"We will share our uni prep survival checklist for all Class of 2025"

Summer Break

Finalize the major / program to apply for

Confirm the list of universities with reasonable reach, match, and safety options based on your academic performance and profile strength

Map out university application deadlines and devise early application strategy (if applicable)

Organize and update student resume with latest achievements and experiences

Start drafting important admissions essays, such as the Common App essay, UCAS personal statement etc.

Participate in academic enrichment / extracurricular activities (summer programs, self learning, passion project, research etc.)

Study for and sit standardized test (if applicable)

G11 / Y12 First Semester

Confirm teacher recommendation arrangements (for students applying to US universities)

Set up application portals and save login details

Finalize student resume

Complete all admissions essays and other required written materials

Fill out financial aid / scholarship applications (if applicable)

Submit university application according to your high school’s internal application deadlines

As a reminder...

On top of the above mentioned items, it is also important to keep up with your in-school academic performance throughout your senior year!

• Keep a regular study schedule and maintain good balance between your school work, university preparation, and extracurricular involvements
• Continue delivering solid performance in your in-school assessments
• Plan out your coursework to avoid last minute cramming

"It is also important to keep up with your in-school academic performance throughout your senior year!"

To conclude…

Most sources of stress during senior year can be prevented with better planning and organization. We recommend our Class of 2025 students to start working on their personal statements and supplemental essays around this time of the year, so they don’t run into the situation where they are forced to produce dozens of admission essays a few weeks before the official deadline. Stay ahead of the game!

To find out more about how Millie mentors can assist you on crafting your personal statements, check out our essay writing programs!