A step-by-step comprehensive college planning guide to organize every step of your high school education while preparing smart goals for college, with advice and guidance starting at freshman year of high school. Develop skills for a lifetime of success, including note taking, studying, test taking, and writing essays and research papers., as well as life skills such as time management, critical thinking, problem solving, decision making, communication, and the discipline and drive needed to succeed. The guide covers: academic direction and academic planning tips; good study skills and life habits to set yourself up for success; ways to set goals and stay organized; how to prioritize your personal goals while participating in extracurriculars; how and when to apply for college using proper college planning; and what to do to get ready for your first day as an undergraduate college student. -- Adapted from Amazon.