The College Search: A Program for Northwood Juniors

Here is a quick overview of Northwood School’s program about the colleges search and application process for Juniors.

1) Monday, November 13: Taking Stock

• Where are you?
• The Junior Timeline
• The Great Sorting Game
• Homework: Resume worksheet

 

2) Monday, December 11: What, When, Who?

• Understanding your PSAT results
• Your “Team”
• Family Connection
• Homework: Log into Family Connection

 

3) Wednesday, January 3: Standardized Testing

• SAT vs. ACT
• Other Tests
• Testing Timetable
• Khan Academy and other test prep
• Homework: Take SAT and ACT diagnostic Tests

 

4) Tuesday, January 23: The College Search     Bring your laptops!

• Making a Match
• Research Colleges
• Homework: Use Family Connection. Make a list of prospective colleges.

 

 

5) Tuesday, February 13:  College athletics and getting recruited

• What is the difference between DI, DII, and DIII schools, in terms of competitiveness and scholarship possibilities/lack thereof?
• How does the NCAA clearinghouse/ eligibility work?
• Picking a School for Academic and Athletic Reasons: How would you feel if you went to a certain school for a sport and did not make the team or got injured? Pick a school that is a fit in every way, not just athletically.

 

6) Tuesday, February 27: Making the Most of a Visit

• Visit Checklists
• Reno will speak.
• Homework: Go for at least one college visit. Keep a journal and take notes on the visit(s).  The Northwood College Guidance Office will offer the following trip options:

1. a) University of Vermont and St. Michaels.
2. b) St. Lawrence University and Clarkson University and SUNY Potsdam
3. c) Siena and Albany

 

7) Tuesday, March 20: The Application

• Decision Plans
• Common Application
• Recommendation
• Homework: Complete the Common Application on Paper, except for the essays.

 

8) Wednesday, April 18: The Essay

• What is a good topic?
• Homework: Write a practice Essay in Your English class.

 

9) Wednesday, May 2: The Interview

• Types of Interviews.
• How to present yourself.
• Practice Interview Questions.
• Homework: Make a list of plans for the summer. Accomplish all of the tasks on your summer list.