Hey it’s Elena! It's finally spring (YAY!)! During this time of year, we know a lot of you juniors are getting started on Scoir so...it's time for a spring refresh! Here are the 5 steps you can take to discover your match!
Here are the steps to this Scoir profile challenge at a glance:
Then, we'll jump into some FAQs for juniors using Scoir.
P.S. Definitely defer to your counselor and their recommended timeline for completing these tasks!
First things first...let's get you set up with your Scoir account! Once you create your account, you'll want to make sure you fill in your personal details, like address, gender, whether you're a First Generation college student, etc. Here's how to start!
If you've been invited to Scoir by your high school, whether by an email invite or URL, you can follow these instructions to get started!
If you are setting up a Scoir account on your own, you can follow these instructions
Finally, if you already have a Scoir account, don't forget to link your existing account to your high school, so that you can connect with your counselors, supporters, and more! :)
Next up is, of course, taking the Find Your College Match quiz! With our 2-minute quiz, you're in the driver's seat. Customize your ideal college experience by selecting possible majors, campus types and geographic locations, and even extracurriculars that catch your eye...we'll take care of the matching!
It's the perfect 2nd step in your Scoir journey! So what are you waiting for? Take the quiz today!
One of the best ways to learn about a college is on a college visit. So, as the 3rd step, we challenge you to register for a college visit this spring! Gather some friends, siblings, or family and go on a road trip, whether it's to a college 5 minutes away or 3 hours away!
Be sure to check out what kinds of majors the college has to offer, as well as its student life, athletic, research, and career development offerings.
Here's our go-to guide on college visit prep!
What do you want to do when you grow up? 🤔 Taking the Career Interest Assessment can help you find out!
As the 4th step in this profile challenge, you'll take the 5-minute Career Interest Assessment. You can find this straight from the student dashboard or by navigating to your profile and choosing Careers!
It's officially spring so that means...it's the season of letters of recommendation 🌷 For the 5th step, request your letters of recommendation in Scoir! It takes just 2 minutes to complete and can put you ahead of the game for next year.
If you're connected with your high school on Scoir, you can follow these instructions to request your letters.
If you're not connected with your high school on Scoir, you'll request your letters of recommendation when you start applying to colleges with Scoir!
Explore this letter of recommendation guide for a lot more info.
High school juniors typically focus on building their college list, visiting campuses, exploring majors and careers, and preparing to request letters of recommendation. However, be sure to check in with your counselor on the best timeline for you!
Juniors should start using Scoir as early as possible. This gives students time to explore colleges, take assessments, and prepare for applications before senior year begins.
A great place to get started it to take Scoir’s College Match Quiz and Career Interest Assessment to discover colleges that align with your interests, preferred location, majors, and campus environment.
Completing your Scoir profile helps you get more personalized college recommendations and allows your counselor to better support you throughout the college application process!
Typically, the best time to start visiting colleges is during junior year, especially in the spring and summer. Visiting campuses helps you understand what type of college environment is the best fit for you.
Most students should request letters of recommendation in the spring of junior year or early fall of senior year. Asking early gives teachers plenty of time to write strong, thoughtful letters.
You should ask teachers who know you well, especially in core academic subjects, and who can speak to your strengths, work ethic, and character.
The Career Interest Assessment is a short activity that helps you identify careers and college majors that match your interests. It can guide your college search and help you choose programs that fit your goals.
You can use Scoir on your own, but connecting your account to your high school allows you to collaborate with your counselor, request recommendations, and manage your college applications more easily.
After completing these steps, you should continue refining your college list, researching financial aid, preparing for applications, and staying in touch with your counselor to plan your next steps.
Woohoo! 🎉 Looking for what to do next? Follow Scoir on Instagram to stay up-to-date on college tips, giveaways, and more! Plus, listen to our podcast series, Inside College Admissions.
Happy spring and happy Scoir-ing! :)
This article was originally published on March 27, 2023. It was updated on March 20, 2026 for accuracy and comprehensiveness.