College Admissions Workshop: How to Create Your College List

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College Admissions Workshop: How to Create Your College List

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8 sessions

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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

Jessica S 🇺🇸

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I'm a Junior in college in Washington, DC. I am here as a college admissions tutor. In my free time I like to bake and hangout with friends.

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

Upcoming

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✋ 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

Sep

SESSION 1

Week 1, Day 1

REQUIRED

Week 1, Day 1

Mon 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM UTCSep 8, 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM 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

Sep

SESSION 2

Week 1, Day 2

REQUIRED

Week 1, Day 2

Wed 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM UTCSep 10, 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM 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

Sep

SESSION 3

Week 2, Day 1

REQUIRED

Week 2, Day 1

Mon 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM UTCSep 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

Sep

SESSION 4

Week 2, Day 2

REQUIRED

Week 2, Day 2

Wed 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM UTCSep 17, 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM 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

Sep

SESSION 5

Week 3, Day 1

REQUIRED

Week 3, Day 1

Mon 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM UTCSep 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

Sep

SESSION 6

Week 3, Day 2

REQUIRED

Week 3, Day 2

Wed 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM UTCSep 24, 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM 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. 

SESSION 7

29

Sep

SESSION 7

Week 4, Day 1

REQUIRED

Week 4, Day 1

Mon 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM UTCSep 29, 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM UTC

In this session, you'll learn what to expect during campus tours and how to prepare to make the most of your visits. You'll identify key aspects of campus life to evaluate and develop thoughtful questions that will help you gain deeper insights during your tours.

SESSION 8

1

Oct

SESSION 8

Week 4, Day 2

REQUIRED

Week 4, Day 2

Wed 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM UTCOct 1, 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM UTC

In this session, you'll bring together everything you've learned about college search, fit, campus exploration, and list-building to refine your college choices. You'll apply proven strategies to narrow down your options and create a balanced college list by thoughtfully categorizing schools as reach, match, or safety options.

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Sep 8 - Oct 1

4 weeks

75 mins

/ session

Next session on September 8, 2025

SCHEDULE

Mondays

2:00PM

Wednesdays

2:00PM