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Resources and information for college applicants.
Some Truths about Testing
Standardized testing is often the most unpleasant and anxiety-producing part of the college admissions process. We wanted to take the time to answer your most pressing questions and give you the resources you need to figure out what is best for you. In the coming
Completing your UC 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
Student Synergy Project: Creating new website for a community church
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: Creating a New Website for a Community Church View Website » From
Student Synergy Project: The negative effects of plastics on our world
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: Animation Explaining the Negative Effects of Plastics on Our World View Animation »
Student Synergy Project: Anti-Vaping Brochure
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: Creating a Brochure About the Dangers of Teenage Vaping View Brochure » From
Recorded Webinar: Maximizing Your College Visits
There are many things students can do to make the most of their time while visiting colleges. In this webinar, we discuss things you can do before, during and after your visit to demonstrate interest and learn more about the colleges you are interested in.
Recorded Webinar: What’s My REAL GPA?
College Calm discusses different grade point averages, what colleges are looking for on your transcript and how to calculate your own GPA. All of the GPA numbers on your transcript can be confusing. In this webinar, we discuss the different ways GPAs can be calculated
Recorded Webinar: Planning a Meaningful Summer
Summer is a great time to explore something new. In this webinar, we discuss many different ways you can explore your interests over the summer. From delving into podcasts to traveling abroad there are so many ways students can use part of their summer to
What is the difference between a liberal arts college and a research university?
Below are definitions and examples of different types of colleges (liberal arts colleges, research universities, specialty schools and comprehensive colleges). Much of the content is from College Admission: From Application to Acceptance, by Robin Mamlet and Christine Vandevelde. This is a great book if you
What’s in a College Mission Statement?
Choosing the type of college that matches your educational priorities and goals is just one step in the process of finding schools that are a good match for you. One of the best places to start is to look at a school’s mission statement or
Questions for Campus Visits
These are just ideas . . . . highlight the questions you are interested in and then plan to ask them on your visits. ACADEMICS: Do you have a learning community or other freshman experience? Do you have a required core curriculum? How much interaction,
Maximizing your College Visits
17 things you can do to Maximize your College Visits * to review our 30 minute talk click here and start at minute 11. 6 things to do BEFORE you visit Research the school and major options Email local Admissions Counselor or Regional Representative to