ISSUE #2

RESOURCES WHEN YOU NEED THEM

Consortium member colleges not only offer live virtual events and opportunities to visit campus, but they also provide an abundance of asynchronous and recorded resources that can support educators, students and families as they learn about the selective college admissions process and get to know member colleges.

APPLYING TO COLLEGE 101

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this online course provides a “soup to nuts” program to help students through each step of applying to college, offering insider tips each step of the way. Available in 22 languages, this course is organized into 5 simple modules that include the application process, financial aid and affordability, and finding best fit colleges. The course includes a downloadable workbook and a searchable guide of other admissions resources.

WHY NOT "FALL FOR TUFTS"?

Tufts University is offering over a month of special programs designed to introduce students, educators, and family members to the Tufts community. The events include student panels, workshops, and mock classes delivered by current students and faculty, focusing on academics, student life, admissions, and more. You can see the full list of offerings here.

Make sure to check out the October 24th session “What's the Tea at Tufts? A Conversation with Diversity Admissions Team” which features a panel of Tufts students from a variety of backgrounds speaking about their campus experiences.

AND EVEN MORE....

Want to hear from real students about life at Consortium member Dartmouth College? Click hear to read People Places Pines, real stories from students covering topics like social life, internships, financial aid and academics.

Join Colgate University faculty, staff, and students for a series of 45 minute virtual programs designed to provide applicants with the tools and information they need to prepare for upcoming application deadlines. Topics include applying early decision, financial aid, and filling out the application. Recordings area available for all sessions.

EXCLUSIVE VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS

LIVE AND RECORDED

Led by admissions experts from Consortium colleges, this 6-part series covers topics like the benefits of selective colleges, the application process, financial aid, and resources for FLI students. All workshops are open to students, families, and educators and will take place at 7:30 PM EST. Recordings are also available.

Upcoming Sessions:

Tuesday, October 15: The Affordability of Selective Colleges - Register Here

Tuesday, October 30: The College Essay - Register Here

Tuesday, November 12: Being FLI at Selective Colleges: Register Here

Watch Recordings of Past Sessions:

Selective Colleges 101: What, Why, and How?

Small Classes, Big Ideas: The Small Liberal Arts College Advantage

For more information about the Consortium for College Opportunity or for questions about any of the opportunities above, please email Tina Fernandez, CBO Lead, at tina_fernandez@harvard.edu.