# First-Year Applicants
**Source**: https://admissions.upenn.edu/i-am-a/first-year-applicant
**Parent**: https://admissions.upenn.edu/
Are you getting ready to apply to college? Congrats! This is an exciting time, but we know it can also be overwhelming. We’re here to support you and (hopefully) make this process easier. If you’re not sure where to start, we’ve compiled our most popular and useful information for first-year applicants.
[Learn More About First-Year Admissions](/how-to-apply/first-year-applicants)
[## Preparing Your Application](/how-to-apply/preparing-your-application)
[## Exploring Academics](/academics/exploring-academics)
[## Exploring Community](/student-life/exploring-community)
[## Applying to College 101](/how-to-apply/resources-programs/applying-to-college-101)
[## David Thai
A first-generation college student focused on inspiring others
Read Story](/visit-connect/penn-perspectives/student-stories/david-thai)
[## Caroline Leng
Pursued interests in business management and technology
Read Story](/visit-connect/penn-perspectives/student-stories/caroline-leng)
[## Chancelor Mitchell
Interested in the crossroads of art and science
Read Story](/visit-connect/penn-perspectives/student-stories/chancelor-mitchell)
## First-Year Applicant Resources
Narrowing Down Your List
Curriculum & Majors
Requirements & Deadlines
Extracurriculars & Activites