Session 1: Preparing the Runway

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What are the steps in the college process, and when should they take place? No matter what grade your student is in, our experts will give you some words of wisdom and practical advice to guide you on your way. Deep breath: here we go!

SPEAKERS:
Allison Slater Tate & Belinda Wilkerson

Session 2: Finding the Right Fit

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What does it mean when a college is the right fit? Our experts will talk about how to evaluate colleges to determine if they're the right fit—academically, socially, and financially. They'll also address how to get the most out of a college visit (whether in-person or virtual) and other key factors to consider when making a college list or, in the case of high school seniors, deciding whether to attend a school where they've been accepted.

SPEAKERS:
Sylvia Borgo & Laurén Carter

Session 3: Testing: Your Questions Answered!

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Everything seems to be changing when it comes to testing—including the SAT and ACT themselves. What will standardized testing look like over the next few years? What’s the latest wisdom on test optional? Who should test, when, and how many times? Our experts will break it down, so you can help your teen prepare effectively and understand how their test scores could impact admissions and merit aid opportunities.

SPEAKERS:
Jonathan Arak & Susan Valverde

Session 4: Behind the Scenes at the Admissions Office

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Peer behind the curtain with our experts to learn how the admissions staff evaluates your kid’s college application. Who reads it? What do they really look for? How do they rank grades, test scores, activities, and recommendations? Does early decision pay off? Learn about all the factors that drive the process, plus when you will hear back, and how to evaluate the offers or deferrals.

SPEAKERS:
Kedra Ishop Ph.D. & Jennifer Winge

Session 5: Nailing The Application

Tuesday April 5th, 7 pm ET

Get down to brass tacks with practical tips to guide your student while filling out the application. What do admissions counselors recommend, and what don’t they recommend? Includes advice on writing the essay, listing co-curricular activities, answering supplemental questions, preparing for an interview, considering early decision, and procuring letters of recommendation.

SPEAKERS:
Michael Horn & Sydney Montgomery

Session 6: Paying for College

Monday April 11th, 7 pm ET

We know paying for college is daunting, so we’re bringing you the essentials about saving and paying for college. Our experts will break down who gets grant aid, how to get merit aid, why you should always fill out the FAFSA, and how to evaluate—and even negotiate—the offers your student receives.

SPEAKERS:
Nancy Dunn, Tim Gorrell, & Nat Smitobol

Session 7: Inside Tips to Acing the College Process

Tuesday April 19th, 7 pm ET

Sometimes we don’t even know when we’re missing information. Our experts will share lesser-known, behind-the-scenes knowledge and practical tips about the college application and enrollment process so you be confident that you’re totally prepared.

SPEAKERS:
Mark Salisbury & Neeta Valaab

Session 8: Preparing for Launch: Managing Mental Health

Tuesday April 26th, 7 pm ET

We spend a lot of time as parents helping our kids get to college. But do we spend enough time making sure they’re ready to BE there? How do we know if they’re socially and emotionally ready? What are the essential life skills they should have under their belt before they get to campus? How can we as parents prepare to handle this transition? Our experts will cover all this, plus the must-have legal and medical forms you should fill out before they leave home.

SPEAKERS:
Dr. Betsy Chapman & Dr. Melissa Lopez-Larson