This time of year, nearly all seniors wish they had started on their college applications earlier. Some are even starting to panic. Many Early Action and Early Decision deadlines have come and gone, financial aid forms are due, and heaven help the senior who is still working on higher test scores. The Class of 2017 has absorbed more changes than most: new ACT, new SAT, new FAFSA base year, new colleges accepting the Common Application. Underclassmen may vow that their seni