Choosing a college can be thrilling—like shopping for a whole new life. But it’s overwhelming, too. Everyone at Seventeen knows what it’s like to go blind reading through school listings, stress about your grades, and sweat through hours of standardized testing. So they’ve devised a planner that will make the process easier and give their millions of readers that Seventeen edge. Created by a professional admission strategist, its authoritative text will help girls get in touch with their real selves and figure out where to go—for college and beyond.

Seventeen’s Guide to Getting into College leads you through every step of the admission process: knowing your schools, making the grades, writing your story, putting yourself to the test, impressing the interviewer, finding the cash, getting ready to apply, and what to do once you’re in. It includes a master four-year-calendar to map out your game plan (because it’s never too early to start thinking about that AP class or extracurricular activity); a pocket organizer for keeping track of college brochures, financial aid info, and other important papers; oodles of advice; and fun stuff, like interactive exercises, a “brag sheet” to tote up your honors, and “17 Must-Ask Questions!”

So if you’re freaking out about college (or can’t wait to start), this just might put you over the top…and into your first choice!