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  • The Student-Athlete symposium presented by Compass Prep last month explained the differences in division in such a great way... ⭐️Division 1 is the “GLAM.” This is what you see on TV. Here, you are an athlete first, then a student. Most of your time will be on the field or on the court. You will have to adjust your class schedule to meet the needs of your team. There is potential for athletic scholarships, except at the Ivy League Schools. ⭐️Division II is considered the “Tweener.” D II has a smaller number of sports teams on campus however there are still scholarships, but less funding for programs. The California State School System is representative of D II programs. ⭐️Division III is the “Balance.” There is still a regular season and an off season, but there is more balance. There are no athletic scholarships at this level. If you want to study abroad, or complete an internship, DIII schools will help you do that! As an athlete, consider all three in your recruiting process but be honest with yourself and seek advice from your coaches as to what level fits you best.
  • Did you know that according to the NCAA that there are more than 460,000 NCAA student-athletes – more than ever before – compete in 24 sports every year? Even though COVID-19 is throwing wrench in things right now, you can still utilize these tips to maximize your recruiting efforts. Last month we attended the Student-Athlete Symposium where experts in the field gave their best practices for student-athletes who want to continue their athletic careers in college. ⭐️Cast a wide-net. Have a variety of colleges and division I, II, and III levels on your list. ⭐️Create an email that links both parents and the student. While the student-athlete will be communicating with the college coach, parents can make sure nothing falls through the cracks. ⭐️Be your own agent. Getting recruited takes time, dedication, and the ability to advocate for yourself. Get out of your comfort zone and begin to speak up, shake hands with coaches, and sell yourself. #ncaa #ncaarecruiting #compassprep
  • College Calm's Suggestions to Read. Watch. Listen. Things high school students can do from the couch or families can do together. Link in our bio. . . #collegecalm#highschool#readwatchlistengrow#stayhome#fromthecouch#netflixdocumentaries#tedtalks
  • Have you ever wondered how plastic really affects the environment or pondered the effects of vaping? Or maybe you want to make a difference in your community but just don’t know where to start? The Student Synergy Project (SSP) is a flexible summer program where students work with a coach to brainstorm their interests, create a plan and spring into action to develop a project that is important to them. Join us this summer for the Student Synergy Project and explore your interests in a meaningful way. Link to register in bio. #studentsynergy #studentsynergyproject #collegecalm #highschool #sancarlos #belmontca
  • Did you know that nearly 80% of college students change their major? We love this graphic from the University of Michigan. It shows how a single college major can lead to a variety of careers. You can major in English and still be a doctor. You can major in Art or Music and have a viable career. Typically you do not have to declare a major until the end of sophomore year. Colleges hold more weight on how you have taken initiative in your learning process to find a major, rather than what you declare. For more information on majors check out our free webinar Choosing a College Major linked in our Bio.
  • What’s the difference between a major and a minor? Can I double major? Maybe you have so many interests it’s hard to choose just one area of study? That's completely ok. Most colleges offer opportunities to major in multiple areas, add concentrations or pursue minors. Your best resource for checking out major/minor options are college websites. Explore places like USC and Tulane for awesome major/minor combos... . . . Here are some fun combos from our College Calm Community. Human Physiology/Spanish minor Chemical Engineering/Art minor Spanish & Portuguese/Public Health/ Latin American Studies Psychology/ Business minor Nursing/Spanish minor Economics/Computer Science minor #usc #tulane #college #collegemajors #nursing #highschool
  • Choosing a college major can feel like a BIG decision. With so many options out there, did you know that most students end up changing their major at least once in their college career? To research college majors... First, think about your interests and check out resources like Big Future’s College Major Section. Then choose a college such as the University of Michigan and read through their list of majors and descriptions.  Write down your top 5 majors to continue exploring. The University of Oregon, the University of Michigan and UC Santa Barbara have an extensive list of majors, overviews of those majors, and courses you take within those majors on their websites. For more resources, tips, and guidance on choosing a college major, check out our free webinar Choosing a College Major, linked in our bio.
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  • This is an incredible letter with great perspective. To all those high school seniors out there, we see you! Check out the link in our bio. #keepcalm #highschool #wevegotthis
  • We just came across this great article by Applerouth.com for practical tips to handling your SAT or ACT cancellations. Here are the tips they suggested. For the full article....go to our profile linked in our bio. 1. Shift your testing dates. 2. Register for test dates as soon as possible. 3. Keep practicing. Take some practice exams to fill in the gaps. 4. Check in with collegeboard about AP exams and Subject tests.

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