Preparing for College Calendar

Yosemite Valley Charter School College Board Code: 052194 You will need this code when registering for the SAT, ACT, College Applications, and FAFSA. This code is unique to each school.

August
Date	Topic	Description
August 1, 2026	Common application open	Students who wish to apply to a 4-year college or university should contact the respective schools' admissions websites for application information. More than 700 colleges participate in the Common Application; students can submit one application to multiple colleges. Apply to college with Common App \| Your future starts here Application Guide
	UC applications open	Students who wish to apply to a UC for Fall 2027 must complete an application. The personal statement has been updated, so students should review the new personal insight questions; they must answer 4 of the eight questions. Each application costs $80. Application: UC application Minimum admission requirements Personal Insight Questions
	Community college applications	Students who wish to apply to a community college for Fall 2027 must research the application deadlines for their community college. Community colleges will have different admission timelines and application deadlines. California Community Colleges - Find a College Community College Application
August 1, 2026 - November 30, 2026 +	CSU applications open	Students who wish to apply to a CSU for Fall 2027 must complete an application. The CSU uses A-G course completion and GPA to make admission decisions, but has temporarily suspended using the SAT/ACT. Each application costs $70. Cal State Apply \| CSU Freshman: Admission Requirements
August 7, 2026	Registration deadline for August 22, 2026 SAT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring the SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: August 11, 2026. Registration Website: SAT Registration \| College Board Practice Exams: Free Official SAT Practice Tests \| College Board SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
August 14, 2026	Registration deadline for September 19, 2026 ACT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring the SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: September 1, 2026. Registration - The ACT Test Practice Exams: ACT Test Preparation - The ACT Test SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
August 22, 2026	Test Day: SAT	Students must bring an admission ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. SAT Test Day Checklist \| SAT Suite of Assessments – The College Board
August 28, 2026	Registration deadline for September 12, 2026 SAT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring the SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: September 1, 2026. Registration Website: SAT Registration \| College Board Practice Exams: Free Official SAT Practice Tests \| College Board SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
September
Date	Topic	Description
September 2026	Contact PSAT/NMSQT Coordinators	The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test is a standardized test administered by the College Board during the month of October that closely mirrors the SAT. College-bound 11th graders are encouraged to take the test. The PSAT/NMSQT can qualify students for the National Merit Scholarship Program and other scholarships. Please research the PSAT/NMSQT for more information and to see if you would benefit from taking the test. Central Valley Charter Schools do not provide a testing site; however, some local private and public charter schools have allowed our students to test with them in the past. You can search and find a school near you here. Email your interest to the school along with the student's first and last name, and grade level as soon as possible. The test fee is $18. It is required that the students have a student ID to identify them on the test day.
	Contact AP Coordinators	CVCS does not offer AP exams. Students who wish to take an AP Exam must follow the directions for “My School Doesn’t Offer AP Exams”. Use the AP Course Ledger to find a local high school offering the exam. Students must let AP Coordinators know they are looking for a school willing to administer exams for an out-of-district student, the exams they plan to take, and any needed accommodations. Please reach out to your IST for help. My School Doesn't Offer AP Exams \| College Board Exam Schedule: AP Calendar College Board Contact Us
	Deadline to opt out of Cal Grant GPA reporting	The Cal Grant is a way for students to earn money for college. Students must fill out the FAFSA, meet eligibility requirements, and fulfill minimum GPA requirements. CVCS is required to submit a Cal Grant GPA for all graduating seniors; GPAs are submitted automatically each year. Students who do not wish to have their GPA submitted to the California Student Aid Commission can opt out. Students who do not submit their Cal Grant GPA will not qualify for the Cal Grant. If your student wants to opt out, please complete the form below and email your high school counselor. Cal Grant Information: https://www.csac.ca.gov/cal-grant-faq Opt-Out Form: Cal Grant GPA Opt-Out Form
September 11, 2026	Registration deadline for October 17, 2026 ACT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring the SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: September 29, 2026. Registration - The ACT Test Practice Exams: ACT Test Preparation - The ACT Test SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
September 12, 2026	Test Day: SAT	Students must bring an admission ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. SAT Test Day Checklist \| SAT Suite of Assessments – The College Board
September 18, 2026	Registration deadline for October 3, 2026 SAT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring the SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: September 22, 2026. Registration Website: SAT Registration \| College Board Practice Exams: Free Official SAT Practice Tests \| College Board SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
September 19, 2026	Test Day: ACT	Students must bring an admission ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. Test Day Checklist: ACT Test Day - The ACT Test
October
Date	Topic	Description
October 2026	Contact AP Coordinators	CVCS does not offer AP exams. Students who wish to take an AP Exam must follow the directions for “My School Doesn’t Offer AP Exams”. Use the AP Course Ledger to find a local high school offering the exam. Students must let AP Coordinators know they are looking for a school willing to administer exams for an out-of-district student, the exams they plan to take, and any needed accommodations. Please reach out to your IST for help. My School Doesn't Offer AP Exams \| College Board Exam Schedule: AP Calendar College Board Contact Us
October 3, 2026	Test Day: SAT	Students must bring a ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. SAT Test Day Checklist \| SAT Suite of Assessments – The College Board
October 17, 2026	Test Day: ACT	Students must bring an admission ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. Test Day Checklist: ACT Test Day - The ACT Test
October 23, 2026	Registration deadline for November 7, 2026 SAT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring the SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: October 27, 2026. Registration Website: SAT Registration \| College Board Practice Exams: Free Official SAT Practice Tests \| College Board SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
November
Date	Topic	Description
November 6, 2026	Registration deadline for December 12, 2026 ACT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring the SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: November 29, 2026. Registration - The ACT Test Practice Exams: ACT Test Preparation - The ACT Test SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
November 7, 2026	Test Day: SAT	Students must bring an admission ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. SAT Test Day Checklist \| SAT Suite of Assessments – The College Board
November 15, 2026	Deadline to contact AP Coordinators	CVCS does not offer AP exams. Students who wish to take an AP Exam must follow the directions for “My School Doesn’t Offer AP Exams”. Use the AP Course Ledger to find a local high school offering the exam. Students must let AP Coordinators know they are looking for a school willing to administer exams for an out-of-district student, the exams they plan to take, and any needed accommodations. Please reach out to your IST for help. My School Doesn't Offer AP Exams \| College Board Exam Schedule: AP Calendar College Board Contact Us
November 20, 2026	Registration deadline for December 5, 2026 SAT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring the SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: November 24, 2026. Registration Website: SAT Registration \| College Board Practice Exams: Free Official SAT Practice Tests \| College Board SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
December
Date	Topic	Description
December 1, 2026	Deadline for UC Applications	Students who wish to apply to a UC for Fall 2027 must complete an application. The personal statement has been updated, so students should review the new personal insight questions; they must answer 4 of the eight questions. Each application costs $80. Application: UC application Minimum admission requirements Personal Insight Questions
December 1, 2026	Deadline for CSU Applications extended for Fall 2027 applicants! Check deadlines by campus here.	Students who wish to apply to a CSU for Fall 2027 must complete an application. The CSU uses A-G course completion and GPA to make admission decisions, but has temporarily suspended using the SAT/ACT. Each application costs $70. Cal State Apply \| CSU Freshman: Admission Requirements
December 2, 2026	FAFSA	Students who wish to be considered for federal and state financial aid for 2027 - 2027 must complete the FAFSA. Students will need a verified account username and password (FSA ID), parent or spouse contributor name, date of birth, social security number, email address, income, and asset information (if required). Website: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
December 5, 2026	Test Day: SAT	Students must bring an admission ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. SAT Test Day Checklist \| SAT Suite of Assessments – The College Board
December 12, 2026	Test Day: ACT	Students must bring an admission ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. Test Day Checklist: ACT Test Day - The ACT Test
January
Date	Topic	Description
January 22, 2027	Registration deadline for February 27, 2027 ACT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring the SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: February 9, 2027. Registration - The ACT Test Practice Exams: ACT Test Preparation - The ACT Test SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
February
Date	Topic	Description
February 19, 2027	Registration deadline for March 6, 2027 SAT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring an SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: February 23, 2027. Registration Website: SAT Registration \| College Board Practice Exams: Free Official SAT Practice Tests \| College Board SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
February 27, 2027	Test Day: ACT	Students must bring an admission ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. Test Day Checklist: ACT Test Day - The ACT Test
March
Date	Topic	Description
March 1 - March 31, 2027	UC/CSU admission notifications	Students will be notified of Fall 2027 UC and CSU admission decisions in March.
March 2, 2027	Priority Deadline for FAFSA	Students who wish to be considered for federal and state financial aid for 2027 - 2027 must complete the FAFSA. Students will need a verified account username and password (FSA ID), parent or spouse contributor name, date of birth, social security number, email address, income, and asset information (if required). Website: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
March 5, 2027	Registration deadline for April 10, 2027 ACT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring an SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: March 23, 2027. Registration - The ACT Test Practice Exams: ACT Test Preparation - The ACT Test SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
March 6, 2027	Test Day: SAT	Students must bring a fully charged testing device, an admission ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. SAT Test Day Checklist \| SAT Suite of Assessments – The College Board
April
Date	Topic	Description
April 10, 2027	Test Day: ACT	Students must bring an admission ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. Test Day Checklist: ACT Test Day - The ACT Test
April 16, 2027	Registration deadline for May 1, 2027 SAT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring an SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: April 20, 2027. Registration Website: SAT Registration \| College Board Practice Exams: Free Official SAT Practice Tests \| College Board SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
May
Date	Topic	Description
May 1, 2027	Student Intent to Register	Students must submit an SIR (Statement of Intent to Register) to the school they plan to attend and enroll in
May 1 - May 12, 2027	Test Day: AP Exam	Students must bring No. 2 pencils for the multiple-choice answer sheet, pens with blue or black ink for the free-response questions, and a photo ID. Exam Schedule: AP Calendar Test Day Checklist: What to Bring on AP Exam Day
May 1, 2027	Test Day: SAT	Students must bring a fully charged testing device, an admission ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. SAT Test Day Checklist \| SAT Suite of Assessments – The College Board
May 7, 2027	Registration deadline for June 12 ACT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring an SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: May 25, 2027. Registration - The ACT Test Practice Exams: ACT Test Preparation - The ACT Test SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
May 21, 2027	Registration deadline for June 5, 2027, SAT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring an SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: May 25, 2027. Registration Website: SAT Registration \| College Board Practice Exams: Free Official SAT Practice Tests \| College Board SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
June
Date	Topic	Description
June 4, 2027	Registration deadline for July 10 ACT	Students who wish to apply to 4-year colleges or universities requiring an SAT or ACT must register—late registration deadline: June 22, 2027. Registration - The ACT Test Practice Exams: ACT Test Preparation - The ACT Test SAT vs. ACT: SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
June 5, 2027	Test Day: SAT	Students must bring a fully charged testing device, an admission ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. SAT Test Day Checklist \| SAT Suite of Assessments – The College Board
June 12, 2027	Test Day: ACT	Students must bring an admission ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. Test Day Checklist: ACT Test Day - The ACT Test
June 30, 2027	End date for FAFSA	Students who wish to be considered for federal-only financial aid for 2027 - 2028 must complete the FAFSA. Students will need a verified account username and password (FSA ID), parent or spouse contributor name, date of birth, social security number, email address, income, and asset information (if required). Website: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
July
Date	Topic	Description
July 1, 2027	Deadline for official transcripts	Students admitted for Fall 2027 must submit official transcripts to the college admissions office. Transcripts should take one week for processing. You can request an official transcript here.
July 10, 2027	Test Day: ACT	Students must bring an admission ticket, an acceptable photo ID, two No. 2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator. Test Day Checklist: ACT Test Day - The ACT Test
July 15, 2027	Deadline for AP exam results	Students admitted for Fall 2027 must submit all official test scores to the college admissions office. Log in to your College Board account here.

College Board Code:

You will need this code when registering for the SAT, ACT, College Applications, and FAFSA. This code is unique to each school. Please check with your counselor if you are unsure which College Board Code to use.

School Name	College Board Code
Yosemite Valley Charter School	052194