Sophomores, juniors and parents: Join us over the next four Tuesdays from 2:30 to 3:15 for College Counseling Chats. We are here to move you along in your college exploration process. Topics include: playing sports in college, selective college admissions, the common application and military options. Schedule and meeting links at: College Counseling Chats. The
Perry Virtual Experience invites high school females to participate in a free, 3 hour interactive workshop to learn about careers in orthopedic surgery and engineering. Sessions are April 10 and April 20, 2021. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online orthopedic simulations and biomechanics experiments. Details at:
Perry Virtual Experience.
Juniors are invited to participate in one of several four-day
Kick-Start! College Application Essay Workshops this summer. The workshop, run by veteran English teacher Mr. Tim Evans, is designed to help students tell their unique story in college essays. There is individualized writing instruction and college application coaching in an enthusiastic environment that promotes engagement, reflection and creativity. The cost for 16 hours of instruction is $485. Choose from: May 24-27, June 1-4, July 30-August 2. Students can register now to hold your place at:
KickStart Registration 2021.
Seniors attending University of Arizona: You can sign up to attend a general UA Next Steps workshop at
UA Next Steps. If you are having some difficulty understanding your financial aid offer (located in your UA portal) or wondering how it was calculated, check out his guide:
How to Read Your Aid Offer. May 1 is the deadline to apply for on campus housing at UA. Get details on how to apply and see virtual dorm tours at
UA Housing Info.
Seniors attending Pima College: Pima College admissions details are at at
Next Steps to Attending PCC. Once admitted, you must activate your
MyPima account and then check if you need to take any of the
PCC Placement Tests to determine the right level of classes. New student orientation is where you will learn which classes to take, how to register and what resources are there to help you at PCC. You’ll get personalized advising at orientation. Sign up for a virtual orientation date today at
PCC Orientation. PCC’s scholarship application is now open with a deadline of April 18, 2021. Don’t miss this opportunity!
PCC scholarships.
Students in all grades can learn about college options and majors:
Six outstanding selective colleges join together for an information session called
Junior Jumpstart: Amherst (MA), Bowdoin (ME), Carleton (MN), Pomona (CA), Swarthmore (PA) and Williams (MA). Connect with their Deans of Admissions for great information about these extraordinary colleges on April 20 or 22. Register at
Junior Jumpstart.
Tri-University Weeks: Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona are teaming up to host virtual information sessions for interested students and parents. There will be 14 different sessions offered between March 22 and April 3. This is a great way to launch your investigation of college options, learn about financial aid, get acquainted with college majors and hear about the scholarship process. See details at
Tri-University Weeks.
Learn about college programs across the nation in the areas of marine and environmental sciences. The Ocean Institute (CA) invites you to attend a free, virtual
Marine and Environmental Studies College Fair on Saturday, March 27 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Live presentations, small session chats, student and alumni panels, exhibits and more. Register in advance at:
Ocean Institute.
Students in all grades are invited to a virtual presentation called
The Mountains are Calling - Study in Colorado on Thursday, March 18 at 5:30 p.m. or Monday, May 3 at 4:30 p.m.. Hear updates from Colorado School of Mines, Colorado State University, the University of Colorado Boulder and the University of Denver, followed by the opportunity to ask admissions professionals any questions you have about college in Colorado. Register at:
Colorado!Join colleges in Arizona and the region for a
Virtual College Fair this spring. This is a chance to connect with colleges from around the area and learn about their academic programs, scholarships and opportunities. Dates: March 27 and April 27. Registration and list of colleges attending can be found here:
AZ College Consortium Virtual Fairs.