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REFLECTIONS on 2021: What we learned about students and college admissions
When 2021 came to a close, we took some time to have some deep discussion and crunch some numbers to see what information we can glean from the unprecedented 2021 Admissions Cycle. Some learnings are a continuation of what we have been seeing in our
The Basics of College Athletic Recruiting
Jenny Dumas from College Calm discusses important things aspiring athletes need to consider regarding the college application process. Here are our top three takeaways from the presentation. For the full presentation, click here. The college bound student-athlete DRIVES the recruiting process. You have to decide,
Considering Majoring in Pre-Med or Going to Medical School?
Jenny Dumas talks with 3 students in medical school and residency to gain insight into what it means to be pre-med in college. To view the presentation, click here. These amazing women speak candidly about their experiences and give sage advice to any students considering
Student Synergy Project: Immigration Reformation and Compassion in the Era of COVID-19
The Student Synergy Project is a meaningful self-directed summer project for high school students. Below is a completed project by one of the student participants. Learn more about the Student Synergy Project Student Interests: Immigration Law, Journalism, and Advocacy The Project: This Synergy student explored and
Student Synergy Project: Genetic Modification Tool CRISPR CAS-9
The Student Synergy Project is a meaningful self-directed summer project for high school students. Below is a completed project by one of the student participants. Learn more about the Student Synergy Project The Project: Genetic Modification Tool CRISPR CAS-9 Student Interests: Biomedical Research, Molecular
Student Synergy Project: Mental Health and Media
The Student Synergy Project is a meaningful self-directed summer project for high school students. Below is a completed project by one of the student participants. Learn more about the Student Synergy Project The Project: Mental Health and Media Student Interests: Mental health, Creative Writing,
Student Synergy Project: Researching and Understanding the Physics of Black Holes
The Student Synergy Project is a meaningful self-directed summer project for high school students. Below is a completed project by one of the student participants. Learn more about the Student Synergy Project The Project: Researching and Understanding the Physics of Black Holes Student Interests:
Student Synergy Project: Nursing Brochure for my High School Guidance Office
The Student Synergy Project is a meaningful self-directed summer project for high school students. Below is a completed project by one of the student participants. Learn more about the Student Synergy Project The Project: Nursing Brochure for my High School Guidance Office Student Interests:
2020 Tips for completing your University of California Application
Steps to Completing your UC Application: Materials You Need: You will need a copy of your transcript, test scores, social security number (optional), CA statewide Student ID (for public HS students) and a credit card. In addition, we recommend going to the UCOP Doorways website
URGENT TESTING UPDATES
If you are waiting to take a test, please make sure to check your email regularly for information from the College Board and ACT. The ACT has just announced they will have a June test, but in CA it will only happen in 15% of
The Three I’s—and Finding a Certain Purpose in an Uncertain Time
What Colleges Want and Advice for High School Students and their Families When people come into my office to learn about the college process they often ask, “What do colleges really want?” My answer for the last ten years has been universities want students who