The Academic Record
Topics include high school graduation requirements vs. college admissions criteria, interpreting the high school transcript, the importance of rigorous high school coursework, and much more.
Workshop materials are also available. Click here to download part 1. Click here to download part 2. Click here to download part 3
Standardized Tests
Topics include the Ohio Graduation Test (OGT), Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT), Advanced Placement Tests (AP), ACT with or without Writing, SAT Reasoning Test (SAT 1), SAT Subject Tests (SAT 2), test preparation resources, and much more. Workshop materials are also available. Click here to download part 1. Click here to download part 2.
Choosing a College
Topics include choosing a major, researching colleges, types of colleges, campus visits, resources, and much more. Workshop materials are also available. Click here to download part 1. Click here to download part 2. Click here to download part 3.
The College-Bound Athlete
Topics include intercollegiate athletic associations, the NCAA Clearinghouse and eligibility, recruitment, scholarships, letters of intent, and more. Workshop materials are also available. Click here to dwonload part 1.
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The Application Process
Topics include paper and online applications, fees, deadlines, recommendation letters, essays, interviews, portfolios, auditions, and more. Workshop materials are also available. Click here to download part 1.
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Financing College
Topics include calculating the cost of attendance, how financial need is determined, types of financial aid, FAFSA, CSS/Financial Aid Profile, myths about financial aid, financial aid scams, local scholarship opportunities, and more.Workshop materials are also available. Click here to download part 1. Click here to download part 2. Click here to download part 3. Click here to download part 4.
College Realities
The discussion will address the differences between high school and college, including time management and self motivation, study skills and remedial courses, accessing support services, the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and more. Workshop materials are also available. Click here to download part 1.
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