Colleges Moving Test-Optional

Will SAT and ACT scores be required for admissions? by Dr. Jed Applerouth:  MIT says yes, while several state university systems say maybe. [Read More]

Admissions Testing 101

Thank you for attending Admissions Testing 101 on 3/8 to listen to the college admissions testing update with guest speaker Adam Ingersoll, Co-Founder of Compass Education Group.  If you were unable to attend, please view the program here.

Real Talk:  HBCU Edition

College Board: Real Talk:  HBCU Edition:  Wednesday, March 2^nd and Thursday, March 3^rd at 6 pm CT

Don’t miss your chance to get the information you need about financial aid and scholarship opportunities, academic programs, student organizations, Greek life, student housing and more, directly from the source. Each night will feature a different group of HBCU’s, so make sure you tune in on both evenings. Use the following link to register: Real Talk: HBCU Edition (Spring 2022) - 1523152 (webcasts.com)

Virtual Gap Year Fairs

Virtual Gap Year fairs are still available.  Plan on attending one of these fairs if you are interested in learning  the ins and outs of planning a meaningful gap year, navigating the college deferral process, and tips for choosing programs and experiences that appeal to your student.

NACAC Virtual College Fairs

Students can sign up for free at www.nacacattend.org/fairs. 

College Night for the Class of 2023

Parents / Guardians of the Class of 2023: Thank-you for attending College Night for the Class of 2023 on 1/11 in the Underwood Theater to hear about the college search and application process. The guest speak was Zachary M. Evans, Deputy Director of Admissions at the University of Chicago.  If you were unable to attend, please view the program here. 

Houston HBCU Alumni Association College Fair

We are excited to announce our 2022 Annual HBCU College Fair scheduled for Saturday, March 5th from 10am until 2pm at Marriott South at Hobby Airport, 9100 Gulf Freeway, Houston, Texas.

We are gearing up for the nation's largest HBCU College Fair in Houston on Saturday March 5th, 2022.  We encourage students to get registered early with the link listed below!  IT'S FREE for everyone.

STUDENT REGISTRATION OPEN NOW click the below link:

2022 ANNUAL HBCU COLLEGE FAIR Tickets, Sat, Mar 5, 2022 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite

Summer Opportunities & Gap Year Fairs with TeenLife

For more information, please click here.

Senior Parent College Program - Watch it here.

Did you miss our Senior Parent Night Program last Wednesday? Please view the recording here. Official program begins at the 10 minute mark. Enjoy!

Coffee and Conversation For Parents & Guardians of 9th grade students

Please join the college counselors for Coffee & Conversation Tuesday, November 30th as we field your parental questions about college counseling at Episcopal High School.

The Coffee will take place 8:00-9:00 a.m. in Hildebrand Athletic Center, Alumni Room. This date is open to parents/guardians of all 9th grade students.

Strategies for Choosing and Affording College Webinar - Tuesday, November 30th at 7:00 p.m.

Virtual Christian College Fair

Virtual booths will be available 24/7 from Monday, November 1 to Friday, November 19.

Please contact christiancollegefairs@naccap.org if you have any questions.

Class of 2023: 2022 Coolidge Scholarship Information

The 2022 Coolidge Scholarship application is now live. The Coolidge Scholarship is a full-ride, four-year, merit scholarship that may be used by recipients for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the United States. Any high school junior who plans to enroll in college in the fall of 2023 and is an American citizen or legal permanent resident is eligible to apply (current high school seniors are not eligible to apply).

Coolidge Scholars are selected based primarily on academic excellence. Secondary criteria include: an interest in public policy, an appreciation for the values President Coolidge championed, as well as humility and service. Today’s competitive academic culture regrettably sometimes drives students to hype their accomplishments and pursue ambitious efforts merely to attain credentials. The Coolidge Scholarship pushes back on this trend. Successful candidates are indeed accomplished, but exhibit humility with respect to their achievements and pursue things of genuine interest to them regardless of the perceived prestige associated with the activity. A complete description of the scholarship’s criteria is available here.

The competition for the Coolidge Scholarship is indeed significant -- but even students who do not win have reported to us they are glad they went through the application process because it helps prepare them for college applications later on. Furthermore, the Coolidge Foundation invites 100 of the top applicants to participate in its Coolidge Senators Program, which includes an all-expenses-paid Summit Weekend in Washington, D.C and a one-time $1,000 scholarship. Applicants who make it to the finalist level, but do not ultimately win the full scholarship, also receive a modest one-time finalist scholarship.

Alert: the application requires that applicants read President Coolidge’s Autobiography and complete a few other reading assignments. While the book is not overly long, we encourage applicants to begin the application early so that they have plenty of time. Candidates who begin the application at the last minute are unlikely to be successful. The submission deadline is 5:00 PM EST, Wednesday, January 19, 2022.

Explore Canada for College -Virtual Information Sessions

Canadian colleges and universities will discuss not only their individual institutions, but also broad topics such as: advantages of studying in Canada, application procedures in Canada, timelines for applying, costs, scholarships, etc.  Each session will include a 20-minute Q&A as well. Through this event, students will discover the educational opportunities available in Canada by connecting with representatives from accredited universities across the country and discover the right one for themselves! 

Everything you need to know about the Canadian Education System.

When: Different date and time options are offered for the sessions below.

Thursday November 18 (Student Event)
19:00-20:00 EST
Registration

Where: These online sessions will be delivered via Zoom.
 
Connect with 8 Diverse and Notable Universities across Canada:

• Bishops University
• Dalhousie University
• McMaster University
• Mount Allison University
• Ryerson University
• University of Guelph
• University of Waterloo
• York University

NACAC Virtual College Fairs 

NACAC's season of virtual college fairs for students starts this month.

Click on the date below to see which colleges will be there on each fair date and to register:

• Sunday, Nov. 14 
  12 - 5 p.m. CDT

Each virtual fair is a free, one-day event. Attend as often as you like. Parents invited, too.

Simply sign up at virtualcollegefairs.org now and register for one or more fairs. On the event date, use your phone or computer to log in. Learn, connect, ask questions, and discover your best college fit!

Powered by VisitDays, the NACAC Virtual College Fairs platform is designed from the ground up to provide meaningful interactions between students and college representatives. Students get the chance to learn about different institutions via a mobile experience that is totally intuitive, informative, interactive, and fun.

AP Update for the New School Year 2021-2022

AP exams will resume the traditional (pre-pandemic) schedule in 2022.  Exams will take place May 2-13.  You can see the complete testing schedule below. 

A few important notes:

• The cost is $87 per exam.  After March 15^th, there will be a $40 fee for any canceled exam.

Please reach out to Mrs. Young at hyoung@ehshouston.org with any questions or concerns. 

AP Update: 7/21/2021

Scores will be available beginning today for those students who took AP exams during Administration 1 in May. For instructions on how to access your scores, please click here. 

AP Update: 4/26/2021

Please see below for start times and testing locations.

If you have a morning AP exam, you will report to your advisory first for attendance.  At the 8:10 bell, you will then report to your AP exam location.

Exam Schedule

Important Updates

AP exams will be administered May 3rd through May 17th.  Please see the schedule for the exams below. 

The cost per AP exam is $86.  The total amount will be reflected on your EHS student account.   

Digital testing options is only approved for remote learners and students/families with extreme extenuating circumstances.   

It is important to check all emails from Ms. Young as it relates to AP testing dates/times, test locations and any other pertinent information.   

Students may access AP preparation resources by logging into their College Board account at https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/. 

Important Reminders: 

• All exam dates are set by The College Board and are not flexible. 

• All students must review the AP Exam Terms and Conditions before their exam.   

• Students—especially seniors—need to indicate through My AP the college, university, or scholarship program they'd like to receive their free score report. Students indicate this information only through My AP. The deadline to indicate or change their free score report recipient through My AP is June 20. 

• Students should review the Calculator Policy for AP exams. 

• All world language exams will be administered with the use of an iPad and a Digital App Recorder.  Students should have the opportunities to practice using the devices in class before the exams. 

Summer Opportunities & Gap Year Fairs with TeenLife

For more information, please click here:

Strategies for Choosing and Affording College Webinar - Tuesday, November 30th at 7:00 p.m.

Virtual Christian College Fair

Virtual booths will be available 24/7 from Monday, November 1 to Friday, November 19.

Please contact christiancollegefairs@naccap.org if you have any questions.

AP Update: 10/2021

A few important notes:

• All AP students will need to join their AP classes through their My AP College Board account. Details and instructions are provided by AP instructors.
• The cost is $87 per exam.  After November 15th, there will be a $40 fee for any unused/canceled exam.
• Exam Only opportunities are available for subjects not taught at EHS.  Please contact Mrs. Young for specific details.

Explore Canada for College -Virtual Information Sessions

Canadian colleges and universities will discuss not only their individual institutions, but also broad topics such as: advantages of studying in Canada, application procedures in Canada, timelines for applying, costs, scholarships, etc.  Each session will include a 20-minute Q&A as well. Through this event, students will discover the educational opportunities available in Canada by connecting with representatives from accredited universities across the country and discover the right one for themselves! 

Everything you need to know about the Canadian Education System.

When: Different date and time options are offered for the sessions below.

Thursday November 18 (Student Event)
19:00-20:00 EST
Registration

Where: These online sessions will be delivered via Zoom.
 
Connect with 8 Diverse and Notable Universities across Canada:

• Bishops University
• Dalhousie University
• McMaster University
• Mount Allison University
• Ryerson University
• University of Guelph
• University of Waterloo
• York University

Compass Guide to College Admission Testing - Updated Version (2021-2022)

Want to download a copy of their updated College Admission Testing Guide? Click HERE.

NACAC Virtual College Fairs 

NACAC's season of virtual college fairs for students starts this month.

Click on the date below to see which colleges will be there on each fair date and to register:

• Sunday, Nov. 14 
  12 - 5 p.m. CDT

Each virtual fair is a free, one-day event. Attend as often as you like. Parents invited, too.

Simply sign up at virtualcollegefairs.org now and register for one or more fairs. On the event date, use your phone or computer to log in. Learn, connect, ask questions, and discover your best college fit!

Powered by VisitDays, the NACAC Virtual College Fairs platform is designed from the ground up to provide meaningful interactions between students and college representatives. Students get the chance to learn about different institutions via a mobile experience that is totally intuitive, informative, interactive, and fun.

Senior Parent College Program - Watch it here.

Did you miss our Senior Parent Night Program last Wednesday? Please view the recording here. Official program begins at the 10 minute mark. Enjoy!

Requesting Teacher Recommendations

We hoped you enjoyed the video during advisory a couple weeks ago !  

As you begin to ask your teachers for recommendations, here are a few reminders to keep in mind: 

Do

• Ask a teacher who teaches you junior year since they have witnessed your most recent growth as a student. 
• Ask in-person, if possible, unless you are remote.
• Ask a teacher with whom you have a solid relationship. 
• Be appropriate and intentional: send a thoughtful email and set up a meeting or call on Teams to speak with your teacher/s of choice.
• Feel free to speak with your college counselor about teachers you are considering to ask for your letters.
• Complete the classroom self-assessment form to help your teacher write the best letter on your behalf after s/he agrees to write for you. 

Don’t  

• Just email your teacher an emoji-filled question.
• Let your parents ask your teachers to serve as recommenders for you.
• Ask an advisor/coach who does not teach you this junior year.
• Ask a 9^th/10^th grade teacher who does not teach you this junior year.
• Be sad if a teacher shares that s/he does not think s/he is the best person to write for you, but do let your counselor know if this happens so that we can help you. 

Sincerely,

The College Counseling Team

Important update about the SAT Essay section and Subject Tests    

College Board will no longer offer these exams, and we think this is great news.  Learn more here about why these tests are being discontinued in the US.

For an updated schedule of SAT and ACT test dates, please click HERE.

Interim Term with College Counseling - A power-packed, fun-filled two days of college preparation!

We enjoyed our time with the juniors this past Tuesday and Wednesday when we had the opportunity to share important information with them about the college search and application process.  You might be wondering what was discussed.  Juniors rotated through the following presentations:

1.        What it Takes!

From 30-year veteran Mrs. Julie Rollins, learn “what it takes” in the college application process as well as institution-specific details for schools many EHS grads have landed and loved!

2.        College Fit and Exploration 

College fit can be an important factor in the college process.  Ms. Rachel Lopez will provide an interactive discussion on college fit as you begin exploring the many future opportunities that await.  

3.        Nuts and Bolts of Naviance 

Naviance is a vital platform used in the EHS college process. Ms. Monica Lopez will explain the various functions of this resourceful tool as you start utilizing its many features on your own.

4.        Resume-Building 

The resume can be a daunting task in the college process – however, Mr. Jamy Champenoy outlines the many ways you can STAND OUT from the crowd.     

5.        Mind-Mapping and YouScience 

The college process is an integral opportunity for self-discovery.  Mind-mapping with Ms. Hope Young will provide you with a closer look inside yourself by identifying your interests, hobbies, and values that make you unique.  You will find out how these self-elements align with your YouScience assessment.  

6.        Let’s Move!

Feeling restless?  Mr. John Colello will lead a variety of games pertaining to the college application process. 

Conversations with College Counseling - Did you miss it?

Please check out the video here.

Greetings Class of 2022 from the EHS College Counseling Office!

We hope this email finds you safe and dry during the wet weather conditions.

As you can imagine, our office has been busily working with the senior class.  However, we know that many of you have questions about your own student.  Please read our Junior Guidelines.  We hope this will give you a better understanding of what to expect this fall as it relates to your student.     

Sincerely,

The EHS College Counseling Team

Colleges Moving Test-Optional

Will SAT and ACT scores be required for admissions? by Dr. Jed Applerouth:  MIT says yes, while several state university systems say maybe. [Read More]

NACAC Virtual College Fairs

Students can sign up for free at www.nacacattend.org/fairs. 

Virtual Gap Year Fairs

Virtual Gap Year fairs are still available.  Plan on attending one of these fairs if you are interested in learning  the ins and outs of planning a meaningful gap year, navigating the college deferral process, and tips for choosing programs and experiences that appeal to your student.

Admissions Testing 101

Thank you for attending Admissions Testing 101 on 3/8 to listen to the college admissions testing update with guest speaker Adam Ingersoll, Co-Founder of Compass Education Group.  If you were unable to attend, please view the program here.

College Night for the Class of 2023

Parents / Guardians of the Class of 2023: Thank-you for attending College Night for the Class of 2023 on 1/11 in the Underwood Theater to hear about the college search and application process. The guest speak was Zachary M. Evans, Deputy Director of Admissions at the University of Chicago.  If you were unable to attend, please view the program here. 

Houston HBCU Alumni Association College Fair

We are excited to announce our 2022 Annual HBCU College Fair scheduled for Saturday, March 5th from 10am until 2pm at Marriott South at Hobby Airport, 9100 Gulf Freeway, Houston, Texas.

We are gearing up for the nation's largest HBCU College Fair in Houston on Saturday March 5th, 2022.  We encourage students to get registered early with the link listed below!  IT'S FREE for everyone.

STUDENT REGISTRATION OPEN NOW click the below link:

2022 ANNUAL HBCU COLLEGE FAIR Tickets, Sat, Mar 5, 2022 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite

Summer Opportunities & Gap Year Fairs with TeenLife

For more information, please click here:

Strategies for Choosing and Affording College Webinar - Tuesday, November 30th at 7:00 p.m.

Virtual Christian College Fair

Virtual booths will be available 24/7 from Monday, November 1 to Friday, November 19.

Please contact christiancollegefairs@naccap.org if you have any questions.

2022 Coolidge Scholarship Information

The 2022 Coolidge Scholarship application is now live. The Coolidge Scholarship is a full-ride, four-year, merit scholarship that may be used by recipients for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the United States. Any high school junior who plans to enroll in college in the fall of 2023 and is an American citizen or legal permanent resident is eligible to apply (current high school seniors are not eligible to apply).

Coolidge Scholars are selected based primarily on academic excellence. Secondary criteria include: an interest in public policy, an appreciation for the values President Coolidge championed, as well as humility and service. Today’s competitive academic culture regrettably sometimes drives students to hype their accomplishments and pursue ambitious efforts merely to attain credentials. The Coolidge Scholarship pushes back on this trend. Successful candidates are indeed accomplished, but exhibit humility with respect to their achievements and pursue things of genuine interest to them regardless of the perceived prestige associated with the activity. A complete description of the scholarship’s criteria is available here.

The competition for the Coolidge Scholarship is indeed significant -- but even students who do not win have reported to us they are glad they went through the application process because it helps prepare them for college applications later on. Furthermore, the Coolidge Foundation invites 100 of the top applicants to participate in its Coolidge Senators Program, which includes an all-expenses-paid Summit Weekend in Washington, D.C and a one-time $1,000 scholarship. Applicants who make it to the finalist level, but do not ultimately win the full scholarship, also receive a modest one-time finalist scholarship.

Alert: the application requires that applicants read President Coolidge’s Autobiography and complete a few other reading assignments. While the book is not overly long, we encourage applicants to begin the application early so that they have plenty of time. Candidates who begin the application at the last minute are unlikely to be successful. The submission deadline is 5:00 PM EST, Wednesday, January 19, 2022.

AP Update: 10/2021

A few important notes:

• All AP students will need to join their AP classes through their My AP College Board account. Details and instructions are provided by AP instructors.
• The cost is $87 per exam.  After November 15th, there will be a $40 fee for any unused/canceled exam.
• Exam Only opportunities are available for subjects not taught at EHS.  Please contact Mrs. Young for specific details.

Explore Canada for College -Virtual Information Sessions

Canadian colleges and universities will discuss not only their individual institutions, but also broad topics such as: advantages of studying in Canada, application procedures in Canada, timelines for applying, costs, scholarships, etc.  Each session will include a 20-minute Q&A as well. Through this event, students will discover the educational opportunities available in Canada by connecting with representatives from accredited universities across the country and discover the right one for themselves! 

Everything you need to know about the Canadian Education System.

When: Different date and time options are offered for the sessions below.

Thursday November 18 (Student Event)
19:00-20:00 EST
Registration

Where: These online sessions will be delivered via Zoom.
 
Connect with 8 Diverse and Notable Universities across Canada:

• Bishops University
• Dalhousie University
• McMaster University
• Mount Allison University
• Ryerson University
• University of Guelph
• University of Waterloo
• York University

Compass Guide to College Admission Testing - Updated Version (2021-2022)

Want to download a copy of their updated College Admission Testing Guide? Click HERE.

NACAC Virtual College Fairs 

NACAC's season of virtual college fairs for students starts this month.

Click on the date below to see which colleges will be there on each fair date and to register:

• Sunday, Nov. 14 
  12 - 5 p.m. CDT

Each virtual fair is a free, one-day event. Attend as often as you like. Parents invited, too.

Simply sign up at virtualcollegefairs.org now and register for one or more fairs. On the event date, use your phone or computer to log in. Learn, connect, ask questions, and discover your best college fit!

Powered by VisitDays, the NACAC Virtual College Fairs platform is designed from the ground up to provide meaningful interactions between students and college representatives. Students get the chance to learn about different institutions via a mobile experience that is totally intuitive, informative, interactive, and fun.

Importance of Junior Year Presentation for the Class of 2023

Did you miss our presentation? For those juniors and parents/guardians of juniors who may have missed our workshop on The Importance of Junior Year, please view the recording of the presentation here.

For more detailed information, please click here for Guidelines for Junior Year.

USA Gap Year Fairs Goes Virtual - Check It Out

Seniors, Juniors, and Sophomores are invited to the virtual Gap Year Fair!

A Gap Year is a period of time between completing high school and beginning college when a student steps outside the traditional classroom experience. This is a time to explore the world, reflect on personal values and goals, and prepare to take the next step in life.

For more information and to see their virtual events, please click here.

Colleges Moving Test-Optional

Will SAT and ACT scores be required for admissions? by Dr. Jed Applerouth:  MIT says yes, while several state university systems say maybe. [Read More]

Admissions Testing 101

Thank you for attending Admissions Testing 101 on 3/8 to listen to the college admissions testing update with guest speaker Adam Ingersoll, Co-Founder of Compass Education Group.  If you were unable to attend, please view the program here.

NACAC Virtual College Fairs

Students can sign up for free at www.nacacattend.org/fairs. 

Virtual Gap Year Fairs

Virtual Gap Year fairs are still available.  Plan on attending one of these fairs if you are interested in learning  the ins and outs of planning a meaningful gap year, navigating the college deferral process, and tips for choosing programs and experiences that appeal to your student.

Coffee & Conversation

Thank-you for attending the Coffee & Conversation with College Counseling for Parents of Sophomores on December 13th. If you were unable to attend, please view the program here.

Houston HBCU Alumni Association College Fair

We are excited to announce our 2022 Annual HBCU College Fair scheduled for Saturday, March 5th from 10am until 2pm at Marriott South at Hobby Airport, 9100 Gulf Freeway, Houston, Texas.

We are gearing up for the nation's largest HBCU College Fair in Houston on Saturday March 5th, 2022.  We encourage students to get registered early with the link listed below!  IT'S FREE for everyone.

STUDENT REGISTRATION OPEN NOW click the below link:

2022 ANNUAL HBCU COLLEGE FAIR Tickets, Sat, Mar 5, 2022 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite

Strategies for Choosing and Affording College Webinar - Tuesday, November 30th at 7:00 p.m.

Virtual Christian College Fair

Virtual booths will be available 24/7 from Monday, November 1 to Friday, November 19.

Please contact christiancollegefairs@naccap.org if you have any questions.

AP Update: 10/2021

A few important notes:

• All AP students will need to join their AP classes through their My AP College Board account. Details and instructions are provided by AP instructors.
• The cost is $87 per exam.  After November 15th, there will be a $40 fee for any unused/canceled exam.
• Exam Only opportunities are available for subjects not taught at EHS.  Please contact Mrs. Young for specific details.

Explore Canada for College -Virtual Information Sessions

Canadian colleges and universities will discuss not only their individual institutions, but also broad topics such as: advantages of studying in Canada, application procedures in Canada, timelines for applying, costs, scholarships, etc.  Each session will include a 20-minute Q&A as well. Through this event, students will discover the educational opportunities available in Canada by connecting with representatives from accredited universities across the country and discover the right one for themselves! 

Everything you need to know about the Canadian Education System.

When: Different date and time options are offered for the sessions below.

Thursday November 18 (Student Event)
19:00-20:00 EST
Registration

Where: These online sessions will be delivered via Zoom.
 
Connect with 8 Diverse and Notable Universities across Canada:

• Bishops University
• Dalhousie University
• McMaster University
• Mount Allison University
• Ryerson University
• University of Guelph
• University of Waterloo
• York University

NACAC Virtual College Fairs 

NACAC's season of virtual college fairs for students starts this month.

Click on the date below to see which colleges will be there on each fair date and to register:

• Sunday, Nov. 14 
  12 - 5 p.m. CDT

Each virtual fair is a free, one-day event. Attend as often as you like. Parents invited, too.

Simply sign up at virtualcollegefairs.org now and register for one or more fairs. On the event date, use your phone or computer to log in. Learn, connect, ask questions, and discover your best college fit!

Powered by VisitDays, the NACAC Virtual College Fairs platform is designed from the ground up to provide meaningful interactions between students and college representatives. Students get the chance to learn about different institutions via a mobile experience that is totally intuitive, informative, interactive, and fun.

Coffee and Conversation For Parents & Guardians of 9th grade students

Please join the college counselors for Coffee & Conversation Tuesday, November 30th as we field your parental questions about college counseling at Episcopal High School.

The Coffee will take place 8:00-9:00 a.m. in Hildebrand Athletic Center, Alumni Room. This date is open to parents/guardians of all 9th grade students.

Strategies for Choosing and Affording College Webinar - Tuesday, November 30th at 7:00 p.m.

Virtual Christian College Fair

Virtual booths will be available 24/7 from Monday, November 1 to Friday, November 19.

Please contact christiancollegefairs@naccap.org if you have any questions.

Upcoming SAT TEST Dates 2021-2022

Upcoming ACT TEST Dates 2021-2022

Compass Guide to College Admission Testing - Updated Version (2021-2022)

Want to download a copy of their updated College Admission Testing Guide? Click HERE.

Important update about the SAT Essay section and Subject Tests    

College Board will no longer offer these exams, and we think this is great news.  Learn more here about why these tests are being discontinued in the US.

For an updated schedule of SAT and ACT test dates, please click HERE.

New Concordance Tables for the SAT and ACT

Struggling to figure out which test to take officially? Want to compare your SAT and ACT scores? Check out the new updated, recently released ACT-SAT Concordance Guide and Tables.

Please click HERE to download a copy.

Demystifying the Financial Aid Appeals Process Webinar Hosted by ACT

COVID-19 has changed our lives in many ways including financial changes. This webinar provides help for families who’ve experienced economic loss or financial instability. Use this time to learn the options to appeal your school’s financial aid decision due to economic changes in financial standing. Launched April 15, SwiftStudent is a free online resource to support students, their families, and financial aid offices in streamlining the financial aid appeal process.

Join this FREE webinar to learn from experts on:

• What a financial aid appeal is
• Factors that may qualify students to seek an appeal
• A tool that can help them request the appeal

Please watch on demand.

Applying for need-based financial aid to afford the cost of college?

Basic FAFSA Instructions:

1. Students* and parents can use their prior year 2020 taxes to complete the FAFSA. Financial aid applications for students enrolling in college in the 2022-2023 academic year will be based on 2020 tax information.
2. Create your FSA ID at https://fsaid.ed.gov/npas/index.htm. Students AND parents need a FSA ID to securely complete and sign the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) electronically.
3. Complete the 2022-2023 FAFSA beginning on October 1, 2021 at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/index.htm. You will need both student* and parent 2020 tax information.

Important Notes:

•The IRS Data Retrieval Tool allows you to import your tax information directly from the IRS into your FAFSA electronically. Most colleges prefer (and some require) that you use this tool when filling out the FAFSA.

Additional Information:

Some schools will require the 2022-2023 CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE (found at http://student.collegeboard.org/css-financial-aid-profile). The PROFILE is a financial aid application that many private and some public colleges use. This document will ask you for 2020 financial information. The College Board charges a fee to send the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE to schools. You may find a list of institutions that require the PROFILE on the above website; however, we recommend you go to each college’s financial aid website for document requirements and deadlines.

Some schools have their own financial aid application documents for you to submit. Be sure to check with each school to which you are applying.

If you have any additional questions about financial aid, FinAid.org is a great resource. Of course, you’re always welcome to contact us as well!

• Financial Aid Calculators
• FAFSA4caster - Federal Student Aid Eligibility
• FSA ID Request
• FAFSA Online
• Student Aid On the Web
• College Board CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE (used primarily by private colleges and universities)
• College Board IDOC Service (used primarily by colleges and universities that use the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE)
• College for All Texans
• FinAid.org

Compass Guide to College Admission Testing - Updated Version (2021-2022)

Want to download a copy of their updated College Admission Testing Guide? Click HERE.

Important update about the SAT Essay section and Subject Tests    

College Board will no longer offer these exams, and we think this is great news.  Learn more here about why these tests are being discontinued in the US.

For an updated schedule of SAT and ACT test dates, please click HERE.

College Admission Testing Webinars Hosted by the experts at Compass Education Group

Want to ease test anxiety? Or better understand the format of the SAT and ACT? Did you miss our College Admission Testing presentation in early March? Adam Ingersoll, co-founder of Compass Education Group, is now providing webinars. These webinars will examine topics including the role and weight of tests in college admission, why colleges’ testing policies vary so widely, harm caused by myths about testing and admission, importance of choosing correctly between SAT and ACT, relevance of subject tests at highly competitive colleges and developmentally appropriate timelines for testing.

Register today for an upcoming webinar here.

Real Talk:  HBCU Edition

College Board: Real Talk:  HBCU Edition:  Wednesday, March 2^nd and Thursday, March 3^rd at 6 pm CT

Don’t miss your chance to get the information you need about financial aid and scholarship opportunities, academic programs, student organizations, Greek life, student housing and more, directly from the source. Each night will feature a different group of HBCU’s, so make sure you tune in on both evenings. Use the following link to register: Real Talk: HBCU Edition (Spring 2022) - 1523152 (webcasts.com)

Virtual Gap Year Fairs

Virtual Gap Year fairs are still available.  Plan on attending one of these fairs if you are interested in learning  the ins and outs of planning a meaningful gap year, navigating the college deferral process, and tips for choosing programs and experiences that appeal to your student. Click on the following link for more information USA Gap Year Fairs | Go Overseas

NACAC Virtual College Fairs

Students can sign up for free at www.nacacattend.org/fairs. 

Virtual Christian College Fair

Virtual booths will be available 24/7 from Monday, November 1 to Friday, November 19.

Please contact christiancollegefairs@naccap.org if you have any questions.

Explore Canada for College -Virtual Information Sessions

Canadian colleges and universities will discuss not only their individual institutions, but also broad topics such as: advantages of studying in Canada, application procedures in Canada, timelines for applying, costs, scholarships, etc.  Each session will include a 20-minute Q&A as well. Through this event, students will discover the educational opportunities available in Canada by connecting with representatives from accredited universities across the country and discover the right one for themselves! 

Everything you need to know about the Canadian Education System.

When: Different date and time options are offered for the sessions below.

Thursday November 18 (Student Event)
19:00-20:00 EST
Registration

Where: These online sessions will be delivered via Zoom.
 
Connect with 8 Diverse and Notable Universities across Canada:

• Bishops University
• Dalhousie University
• McMaster University
• Mount Allison University
• Ryerson University
• University of Guelph
• University of Waterloo
• York University

NACAC Virtual College Fairs 

NACAC's season of virtual college fairs for students starts this month.

Click on the date below to see which colleges will be there on each fair date and to register:

• Sunday, Nov. 14 
  12 - 5 p.m. CDT

Each virtual fair is a free, one-day event. Attend as often as you like. Parents invited, too.

Simply sign up at virtualcollegefairs.org now and register for one or more fairs. On the event date, use your phone or computer to log in. Learn, connect, ask questions, and discover your best college fit!

Powered by VisitDays, the NACAC Virtual College Fairs platform is designed from the ground up to provide meaningful interactions between students and college representatives. Students get the chance to learn about different institutions via a mobile experience that is totally intuitive, informative, interactive, and fun.

USA Gap Year Fairs Goes Virtual - Check It Out

Seniors, Juniors, and Sophomores are invited to the virtual Gap Year Fair!

A Gap Year is a period of time between completing high school and beginning college when a student steps outside the traditional classroom experience. This is a time to explore the world, reflect on personal values and goals, and prepare to take the next step in life.

For more information and to see their virtual events, please click here.