Junior high students should not apply for college. This is because the primary focus during junior high should be on academic and personal development rather than the college application process. According to a study by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), students who apply for college too early often experience increased stress and may not be fully prepared for the rigors of higher education. Applying in junior high can also limit the student's ability to explore various academic interests and extracurricular activities that can contribute to a well-rounded college application.