College Admissions Workshop: How to Create Your College List

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College Admissions Workshop: How to Create Your College List

SAT Score Range

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7 sessions

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This series was cancelled by the tutor on July 31, 2025. We're very sorry–you can explore more College Admissions Workshops series here. All 1:1 and group chats related to this series are disabled 7 days after the last session.

About

This College Admissions Workshop is a virtual 4-week workshop designed to provide you with structure and support to build your college list.
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In this workshop, you will:
Learn how to evaluate colleges across key factors like academics, campus life, location, and cost to find your best matches
Use online tools and resources to research schools thoroughly, looking beyond rankings to discover what makes each unique
Create a balanced list of reach, target, and safety schools that align with your academic profile and preferences
Develop strategies for exploring colleges through virtual tours, campus visits, and conversations with students and staff

Tutored by

Neja J 🇺🇸

Certified in 3 topics

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Hi, I'm Neja! I'm here to help you with Math—whether you're tackling a tough concept, studying for a test, or working through homework. I scored a 790 on the SAT Math section and have helped many students prepare for the exam. I also lead workshops on the college admissions process, drawing from my own recent experience. I love learning about Math and Science, and I’m passionate about helping others build confidence and enjoy these subjects too.

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

Schedule

✋ 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

11

Jul

SESSION 1

College List

Fri 11:00 PM - Sat, 12:15 AM UTCJul 11, 11:00 PM - Jul 12, 12:15 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

13

Jul

SESSION 2

College List

Sun 11:00 PM - Mon, 12:15 AM UTCJul 13, 11:00 PM - Jul 14, 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

19

Jul

SESSION 3

College List

Sat 11:00 PM - Sun, 12:00 AM UTCJul 19, 11:00 PM - Jul 20, 12:00 AM UTC

Learners will understand how college fit can help them start building their college list 
Learners will reflect on their current experiences & future aspirations to facilitate their college fit exploration 
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SESSION 4

20

Jul

SESSION 4

College List

Sun 11:00 PM - Mon, 12:00 AM UTCJul 20, 11:00 PM - Jul 21, 12:00 AM UTC

Learners will understand 3 categories of college fit and how they can help them identify colleges 
Learners will determine the academic, social, and financial aspects that matter most to them.
Learners will learn to research and assess colleges based on academic, social, and financial fit.
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SESSION 5

26

Jul

SESSION 5

College List

Sat 11:00 PM - Sun, 12:00 AM UTCJul 26, 11:00 PM - Jul 27, 12:00 AM UTC

Learners will reflect on their workshop experience thus far 
Learners understand how online tools can support their college list building 
Learners will identify colleges that align with their “fit” & draft a college list 
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SESSION 6

27

Jul

SESSION 6

College List

Sun 11:00 PM - Mon, 12:00 AM UTCJul 27, 11:00 PM - Jul 28, 12:00 AM UTC

Learners will reflect on their preferences for a college campus.
Learners will understand the different ways they can gather information about a college without visiting in person.
Learners will articulate questions they’d ask college admissions officers or alumni.
Learners will practice using online tools and resources to help them explore campus life.
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SESSION 7

31

Jul

SESSION 7

College List

Thu 11:00 PM - Fri, 12:00 AM UTCJul 31, 11:00 PM - Aug 1, 12:00 AM UTC

Learners will understand what to expect on campus tours.
Learners will learn how to prepare for campus tours to maximize their experience.
Learners will reflect on what they want to evaluate during tours and what questions they want to ask.
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Jul 11 - Aug 1

3 weeks

60 - 75 mins

/ session

SCHEDULE

Sundays

11:00PM

Saturdays

11:00PM