College Admissions Workshop: Finding Your Fit

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6 sessions

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About

This College Admissions Workshop on Finding Your Fit is a virtual 4-week workshop designed to provide you with structure and support to build your college list.

Tutored by

India L 🇺🇸

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I'm a first-year college student looking to help bridge the gap between high school and college. I love movies, video games, and anything CS related!

What you'll do

Gain a clearer picture of the financial aid process

Learn about what information is required to complete key forms and how to collect it

Understand the forms you'll be asked to submit

Work alongside other learners who are also applying to college

Sessions

✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY

Please do not miss more than one session over the four weeks, as that will negatively affect your learning and may also take up a spot from another learner who could have attended every session.

If you reach two unexcused absences, your tutor may remove you from this series.

Note from Schoolhouse: This series has sessions with required attendance. If you need to miss a required session, submit an absence using the "Submit Excused Absence" button on the series page. Multiple unexcused absences may lead to a suspension of your Schoolhouse account.

SESSION 1

8

Mar

SESSION 1

College List

Sat 12:00 AM - 1:15 AM UTCMar 8, 12:00 AM - 1:15 AM UTC

In this session, you'll take stock of where you are in your college search journey and gain a clear understanding of what lies ahead. We'll walk through the key steps and timeline of the college search and application process while exploring your thoughts and feelings about this important milestone. You'll also learn about common challenges students face so you can navigate the process with confidence and avoid potential setbacks along the way.

SESSION 2

10

Mar

SESSION 2

College List

Mon 11:00 PM - Tue, 12:15 AM UTCMar 10, 11:00 PM - Mar 11, 12:15 AM UTC

In this session, you'll explore the diverse landscape of higher education in the United States, learning about the different types of colleges and what makes each unique. We'll dive into various degree programs and major options to help you understand your academic pathways. You'll also gain practical strategies for researching colleges and identifying the key information that matters most for your decision-making process.

SESSION 3

15

Mar

SESSION 3

College List

Sat 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM UTCMar 15, 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM UTC

In this session, you'll discover how finding the right college "fit" can guide you in creating your college list. Through reflection on your current experiences and future goals, you'll begin to identify the college environments and opportunities that align best with your aspirations.

SESSION 4

17

Mar

SESSION 4

College List

Mon 11:00 PM - Tue, 12:15 AM UTCMar 17, 11:00 PM - Mar 18, 12:15 AM UTC

In this session, you'll explore the three key dimensions of college fit: academic, social, and financial. You'll identify which aspects within each category matter most to you personally, and learn effective strategies for researching and evaluating colleges based on these important factors.

SESSION 5

22

Mar

SESSION 5

College List

Sat 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM UTCMar 22, 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM UTC

In this session, you'll reflect on what you've learned so far and discover how to use online tools to build your college list. Drawing on your understanding of college fit, you'll identify schools that align with your preferences and begin drafting your personalized college list.

SESSION 6

24

Mar

SESSION 6

College List

Mon 11:00 PM - Tue, 12:15 AM UTCMar 24, 11:00 PM - Mar 25, 12:15 AM UTC

In this session, you'll explore what you're looking for in a college campus and learn multiple ways to get to know schools without visiting in person. You'll develop meaningful questions to ask admissions officers and alumni, and gain hands-on experience using online resources to investigate campus life and culture. 

Public Discussion

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Mar 8 - Mar 25

3 weeks

75 mins

/ session

SCHEDULE

Mondays

11:00PM

Saturdays

2:00PM