December is a busy month for college applicants.

Finals are right around the corner, and most of your free time is spent studying. It’s tough to keep track of the important dates you have to remember.

Make a list! Write down all your exam and paper due dates to stay organized. And here are a few other important December 2009 dates to remember to get you started.

• December 2: Jan. SAT Early International Registration Deadline

• December 5: SAT Test Date

• December 11: Hanukkah Begins

• December 12: ACT Test Date

• December 15: Jan. SAT Registration Deadline

• December 15: Jan. SAT International Registration Deadline

• December 17: National Maple Syrup Day (Eat your breakfast!)

• December 25: Christmas Day

• December 30: Jan. SAT Late Registration Deadline

Once your exams are over, relax and enjoy the holidays! And remember: Double-check the dates of whatever applies to you so you don’t miss a deadline!