How to apply to Colleges in Maine:

Go to the Maine Colleges page for direct links to each college website. Since individual colleges have different requirements and deadlines for applying, their websites are the best source of information. Their websites may also offer you information about how to obtain materials such as a catalog, application form, financial aid forms, and athletic
scholarship information.

When Should I Apply to College?

Students often wait too late to apply to their college or university of choice.
So when should you apply? Here are some tips:

• Talk to the school as early as possible to get all the information
  you can.
• Although many schools only consider your grades cumulative through
  your junior year for admission, they still look at your final grades.
  Continue taking necessary courses and getting good grades through
  your senior year.
• Apply early. The application itself is usually the most extensive
  process for both you and the school.
• Take your ACT and/or SAT in your junior year of high school.
  Due to deadlines, the October administrations (during your senior
  year) of the exams may be your last chance at certain institutions.
• Do not miss the final deadline. College application deadlines are
  non-negotiable.
• Make sure you have submitted ALL applications and required
  documents to your college or university.
• Keep copies of everything you submit - including the dates that
  transcripts were mailed by your high school.
• GET THE INFORMATION FIRST-HAND! So many things are
  different from one school to the next and even from one year to
  the next. In other words — DO NOT ASSUME .
• The application process is different at different types of schools.
  Not all schools require essays, lists of activities, or interviews
  for example.
• Above all else, do not be afraid to ask questions. This is your
  first time going through this process.

For more information, visit http://www.collegeboard.com/student/apply/index.html