Events for April 2020

It’s spring of junior year, but families of college-bound students don’t need to panic. This webinar provides the roadmap (and the checklist) for a productive summer and a smooth transition into the fall college application season. Discover resources to help build your right-fit college list, alternatives to college visits during this era of social distancing, and the big picture of merit- and need-based financial aid. Who can benefit from this webinar: Families of high school juniors across the U.S.

Options, options, options. That’s what California community colleges deliver. Students who aren’t university-bound can complete certificate programs and earn two-year associate degrees. Students seeking an affordable four-year degree can transfer to a university from community college. This webinar outlines the options for students at California community colleges, dives deeply into the Los Rios Community College system, and drills down into how to access free money for community college. Who can benefit from this webinar: Families of California high school students in grades 9-12

Writing a college essay is a daunting process. To be successful, students have to throw away the five-paragraph paradigm and dig deeply into their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. This webinar outlines what colleges are looking for, provides exercises designed to identify and develop topics, and delivers the do's and don'ts of a stellar college essay. Who can benefit from this webinar: Families of high school students in grades 9-11 across the U.S.

Starting with the assumption that debt-free college education is possible, this webinar provides a roadmap to accessing the vast amounts of free money available to college students. Topics include California and federal grant programs, institutional aid, external scholarships, veterans' benefits, work-study programs, and co-op education. Who can benefit from this webinar: Families of California high school students in grades 9-12

Developing a college application list can be overwhelming. By debunking myths, thinking outside the box, and understanding factors that differentiate colleges, families can cut through the clutter and hone in on colleges that are a great fit. This webinar guides you through six steps that will make the college search process manageable. Who can benefit from this webinar: Families of high school students in grades 9-11 across the U.S.