road to college getting into your dream college
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A college admissions counselor will share the secrets of what they are looking for in potential applicants. These useful tips and tricks will help students when applying to any university.TRANSCRIPT
Getting Into Your Dream College! Wednesday, September 17 6:30-8:30 pm
Elgin Room Gail Borden Public Library
Hear from a college admissions
counselor about what they are
looking for in an applicant
Learn what to include in your
application and essay
For students and parents
Presented in English and Spanish
¡Cómo Entrar a la Universidad
de tus Sueños!
miércoles, 17 de septiembre
6:30-8:30 pm
Salón Elgin
Biblioteca Gail Borden
Un consejero de admisiones de una
universidad compartirá qué es lo
buscan las universidades en los
aplicantes
Aprende qué incluir en la aplicación
y el ensayo
Para estudiantes y padres
Presentado en inglés y español
College Types• 4 Year Vs. 2 Year
• Private Vs. Public
• Large Vs. Small
• Comprehensive Vs. Trade-
Specific
• Research Vs. Learning
• Division Athletics?
Admissions Process
• Application Process
– Unique to each institution!
• Admission Types
– General
– Early Decision
– Honors
– Holistic Review
– Transfer
– Program Specific (Limited)
Getting In!• Grades
• Personal Statements
• Letters of Recommendations
• Extra Curricular
• Volunteerism
College Nickels and Cents
• Scholarships
– Merit
– Competitive
– Athletic
• Financial Aid
– Grants
– Loans
– Work Study