Out-of-State College Nights

Admissions officers from approximately 200 out-of-state colleges meet with high school students and parents. Personal contact allows participants the opportunity to get the most up-to-date information on colleges. Because gymnasium space is limited, participation by colleges is on an invitation-only basis. Colleges are located in gymnasiums in alphabetical order. Handicap access and assistance is provided.

Saturday College Fair and Workshops

Approximately 200-240 in-state and out-of-state colleges and universities provide information tables and workshop sessions on subjects relating to the college process. See the 2011 Workshop Sessions Schedule below. College admissions officers are located in gymnasiums in alphabetical order. Concurrently, one-hour workshop sessions are held in classroom settings. These programs are open to students as well as parents. Presenters are skilled education professionals. In resource areas, organizational information on programs such as ROTC programs, financial aid information, etc. is available. Handicap access and assistance is provided.

Workshop Sessions

• BUILDING A COLLEGE LIST
  With over 3,600 two and four year colleges in this country, how do you find schools that are right for you? Learn what factors you should consider when building your college list.
• WRITING YOUR COLLEGE ESSAY
  Your essay may make a difference in the college application process. Learn how to develop a topic, get thoughts on paper and what admission officers look for.
• STRATEGIES FOR APPLYING TO HIGHLY SELECTIVE COLLEGES
  As more and more students apply to college, the competition continues to increase. Learn strategies on how to improve your application from this panel of experts.
• BECOMING AN ENGINEER
  There are many different engineering professions. Learn what your undergraduate experience will look like should you choose to major in engineering.
• BENEFITS OF CHOOSING A 2-YEAR COLLEGE
  Many students are electing to begin their college career at a two-year school, often transferring to a four-year college and saving money in the process. Learn about the benefits of attending a two-year school and how transferring can work for you.
• FINANCIAL AID 101: AM I ELIGIBLE?
  Families sometimes think they won’t qualify for financial assistance from colleges. Early predictors can help families plan more realistically. Learn how the financial aid process works.
• SCHOLARSHIPS ARE OUT THERE!
  Yes, there are scholarships available – you just have to know where to look and be willing to put in the time to earn them. Private, academic, athletic, and talent scholarships will be discussed, as well as how to complete a strong scholarship application.
• NAVIGATING THE NCAA FOR STUDENT ATHLETES
• COLLEGE TESTING AND TEST PREP OPTIONS
  Learn more about the ACT and SAT, how they are used in the admission process, and what kinds of test prep programs are available.
• COLORADO OPTIONS: THE ADMISSION PROCESS AT IN-STATE PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS
  Our panel of experts will explain how admission works at public universities like CU/CSU/UNC, at public colleges like Adams/ Mesa/ Ft. Lewis/ Western State.
• FINANCING PRIVATE EDUCATION
  Believe it or not, private schools can be affordable! Fin out how families finance this option.
• TRANSITION FROM HIGH SCHOOL TO HIGHER EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DIFFERENCES
  What common problems face students with learning style differences? What support systems and accommodations can be made for students with physical disabilities?
• APPLYING TO A PRIVATE COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY
  Okay, you’ve built your list, now you have to select a college. What factors should be important in your decision making process? What questions should you ask?
• THE COMMON APPLICATION VS. THE SCHOOL APPLICATION
  Using the common application versus the college's application.