Free Resource Download: Roadmap to College –    What to Focus on at Each Grade Level

Wondering when to start preparing for college? This expert-developed guide outlines exactly what students should focus on—from middle school through senior year—to stay competitive in the college admissions process.

Created by C2 Education’s team of academic and college counseling experts, this roadmap helps families take control of the college prep journey early and avoid falling behind.

What you’ll get:

  • A grade-by-grade breakdown of academic, test prep, and extracurricular goals
  • Insights into what colleges look for in top applicants
  • Action steps to help students build strong GPAs, test scores, and standout applications
  • A downloadable format that’s easy to follow and share
  • Advice you won’t find in generic timelines online

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This checklist is for you if:

✅ You want to know exactly what students should be doing each year

✅ You want to stay ahead on college prep, not play catch-up later

✅ You’re looking for expert advice to help with GPA, SAT/ACT prep, and applications

✅ You’ve ever wondered what really makes a student stand out to top colleges

This checklist is NOT for you if:

❌ You think college planning starts senior year

❌ You’re not concerned with GPA, test scores, or building a competitive profile

❌ You’re okay figuring things out as you go

This checklist is only available from C2 Education. Fill out the form to download your free copy today.

Stay focused. Be Prepared. Get ahead.

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