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Priyanka Poplai '29 began her Bucknell journey early by joining the STEM Scholars Program, gaining hands-on research experience in a chemical engineering lab over the summer, which helped her build skills and friendships that eased her transition to college life.

Junior year is often the most pivotal part of the college search process. From course selection and academic performance to researching schools and planning campus visits, the decisions students make in 11th grade can shape their college options. In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we break down key steps students should take to make the most of this important year.

Once you arrive at college, you'll encounter a whole new set of terms that you might not have heard. To help you prepare, we've collected a few of these essential terms below.