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Upcoming College Counseling Events
List of 24 events.
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College Money Method Series: Succeeding in the Financial Aid Process
This webinar targets the parents/caregivers in the Class of 2025. Please join the Baltimore Independent Schools college counseling offices and Paul Martin, Founder and CEO of College Money Method for a one hour virtual workshop for a comprehensive overview of the need-based and merit-based financial aid application process. You’ll receive expert guidance to complete the FAFSA and CSS Profile and advocate for your unique financial situation. You’ll also understand how to research, track and apply for merit aid.
This workshop will help you stay informed and get answers to your questions, including-
What are the deadlines for financial aid and merit applications?
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What can we do to prepare for the process?
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How do we complete the FAFSA and CSS Profile to ensure the most financial aid?
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How can we take the most advantage of merit scholarship opportunities?
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Gilman Mini-College Fair
Admissions Reps from following schools will be present to talk with your students:
- Rochester Institute of Technology
- Syracuse University
- Xavier University
- Hobart William Smith Colleges
- Goucher College
- Rider University
- Washington College
- St. Lawrence University
- Ithaca College
Location: Gilman School, Lumen Center Dining Hall -
NACAC National College Fair - Baltimore
Location: The Baltimore Convention Center 1 West Pratt Street Baltimore, MD 21201 -
EMF Major for a Day
Find out what it means to be a student at Towson University's Department of Electronic Media and Film.
Topics may include:
— Lighting the Set - A Crash Course in Lighting a Dramatic Scene
— Grab Them and Don’t Let Them Go! - Story Development for Screenwriters
— The Art of Framing the Shot - Aesthetics in Film and Media Arts
— Capturing the Beat - Music Recording Studio Sessions
— Sound Design - Building a Scene's Sound From Scratch
— Green Screens and Virtual Sets - HDTV Station Operations
— Blood and Screams - An Introduction to Horror Cinema
— Hands On! - A Stop Motion Animation Workshop
RSVP is requested to attend.Location: Towson University -
Navigating a Rapidly-Evolving Testing Landscape
Hear from the experts at Compass Education Group as they lead a thoughtful and pragmatic discussion about navigating the current testing landscape. This program is open to Tri-School families and will be held in person at RPCS.Presentation topics will include:- College Admissions and the Modern Testing Dilemma
- Latest Developments in SAT/ACT Digital Transitions
- Choosing Wisely Between Tests and Formats
- Crafting A Personalized Testing and Prep Timeline
- When To Submit Scores in a Test-Optional Era
- Test Prep Strategies: Cost, Format, Schedule, and Realistic Goals
Location: RPCS, Faissler Library -
Navigating a Rapidly-Evolving Testing Landscape
Hear from Matty Steiner, Senior Director of Compass Education Group, as he leads a thoughtful and pragmatic discussion about navigating the current testing landscape. The John Carroll School is hosting this virtual event for AIMS families:Presentation topics will include:- College Admissions and the Modern Testing Dilemma
- Latest Developments in SAT/ACT Digital Transitions
- Choosing Wisely Between Tests and Formats
- Crafting A Personalized Testing and Prep Timeline
- When To Submit Scores in a Test-Optional Era
- Test Prep Strategies: Cost, Format, Schedule, and Realistic Goals
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Intro to College Athletic Recruiting
The Bryn Mawr School, Gilman School, and Roland Park Country School invite students in grades 8-11 and their parents to join us for a webinar to learn more about the college athletic recruiting process from D1 and D3 coaches. You’ll hear from Loyola University Maryland's (D1) Head Track & Field/Cross Country Coach Amy Horst and Babson's (D3) Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach Michelle Smith with an introduction from Gilman's Athletic Director Russell Wrenn '96 and Director of College Counseling Sarah Ross. More information is available here.Location: Virtual -
HBCU Festival 2024
Alfred Street Baptist Church invites you to the country's most exciting and largest HBCU Festival on November 8th & 9th, 9am-4pm. Top 5 Reasons Students Should Attend The ASBC HBCU Festival:- Apply onsite and receive same-day admissions decisions!
- Several opportunities to receive scholarships!
- Fun & informative HBCU seminars!
- Engage with HBCU reps and find out why you should attend an HBCU!
- It's Free!
Location: The St. James, Industrial Road, Springfield, VA, USA -
Equestrian College Fair
The Equestrian College Fair is free and open to the public and will offer riders and their families the opportunity to meet with representatives from college and universities from across the country that have equine academic programs and/or equestrian teams.
The College Fair will take place from 10:45 AM-Noon, with two optional pre-fair sessions:- Learn more about college equestrian program offerings. (Presented by Taylor Herzog, GFS Assistant Director of Riding, 10 AM-10:20 AM)
- General college counseling session. (Presented by Elizabeth Almeter, GFS Director of College Counseling, 10:20-10:40)
Location: Garrison Forest School | Owings Mills, Md. November 16, 2024 -
College Money Method Series: Navigating the New System of College Pricing and Financial Aid
This webinar targets the parents/caregivers in the Class of 2027 & 2028. Please join the tri-school college counseling offices and Paul Martin, Founder and CEO of College Money Method for a one hour virtual workshop. This workshop will take an in-depth overview of today’s financial aid system and how need-based and merit-based aid policies work. You’ll receive tools to understand your eligibility, options for financial aid, and actions you can take today to be ready.
The registration information can be found under the College Counseling page on Parent Portal.Location: Virtual -
College Money Method Series: Understand How Colleges Assess Your Ability to Pay and Aid Eligibility
This webinar targets the parents/caregivers in the Class of 2026 & 2027. Please join the Baltimore Independent Schools college counseling offices and Paul Martin, Founder and CEO of College Money Method for a one hour virtual workshop. This workshop will go behind the desk of the financial aid office and get an insider view of the rules and formulas for aid eligibility. You’ll take away actionable steps you may consider to increase your eligibility, with specific guidance for the FAFSA and CSS Profile.
The registration information can be found under the College Counseling page on Parent Portal.Location: Virtual -
Junior College Night #2: Admissions Case Study Program
All juniors and parents/caregivers are strongly encouraged to attend.
You become the admissions committee! We provide three mock applications ahead of the program for review. Students and parents/caregivers are paired with current college admissions officers to decide which of the three mock applicants to admit, deny and waitlist. Through the process, attendees gain insight into what colleges are looking for in applicants and how decisions are made at the admissions committee table. This program is interactive and not to be missed! Registration will be shared closer to the event.Location: Gilman School -
College Money Method Series: Evaluating Loans and Borrowing for Your College Investment
This webinar targets the parents/caregivers in the Class of 2025 & 2026. Please join the tri-school college counseling offices and Paul Martin, Founder and CEO of College Money Method for a one hour virtual workshop. During this workshop, you’ll learn how to right-size the amount you borrow and evaluate all loan options available to students and parents. You’ll receive guidance and resources to research the best options for your needs.
The registration information can be found under the College Counseling page on Parent Portal.Location: Virtual -
9th and 10th Grade College Night
This event is for freshman and sophomore parents/caregivers. Parents will learn about the BMS College Counseling program and hear a keynote address from college admissions.
All 9th and 10th parents/caregivers are strongly encouraged to attend. Students are welcome to attend if their schedules allow.Location: Centennial Hall -
PSAT10 Testing (Sophomores Only)
The digital PSAT 10 (preliminary test for the SAT) is purely a practice. This is the same test that the juniors took in the fall (the PSAT/NMSQT). It is the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test when taken as a junior (only juniors are eligible for National Merit Recognition). Our hope is that by administering the PSAT 10 in the spring, sophomores will be able to test under more “normal” testing conditions to practice for future standardized testing.Location: KVB and Dance Studio -
College Money Method Series: Comparing Offer and Considering Appeals
This webinar targets the parents/caregivers in the Class of 2025. Please join the Baltimore Independent Schools college counseling offices and Paul Martin, Founder and CEO of College Money Method for a one hour virtual workshop. This workshop will look at how to calculate and compare your four-year costs across colleges. You’ll learn under what circumstances to appeal your offers and how to build the best case to increase your award.
The registration information can be found under the College Counseling page on Parent Portal.Location: Virtual -
Sophomore Families: Introduction to Standardized Testing and the Digital SAT
Class of 2027 Parents/Caregivers are invited to join the Bryn Mawr School college counselors and Phil Pine, Director and Founder of Capital Educators, LLC, to learn how to interpret the PSAT 10 and Mock ACT scores reports and hear updates on college admission testing.Location: Edith Hamilton Library, Howell Bldg. -
College Money Method Series: Building Aid Generosity and Affordability into Your School List
This webinar targets the parents/caregivers in the Class of 2026. Please join the tri-school college counseling offices and Paul Martin, Founder and CEO of College Money Method for a one hour virtual workshop. Find out how to evaluate colleges’ generosity for need-based aid and merit scholarships and calculate the prices you’ll be expected to pay the colleges on your list. You’ll get guidance on the resources and tools available to evaluate colleges on their generosity to your student.
The registration information can be found under the College Counseling page on Parent Portal.Location: Virtual -
AIMS College Fair
Location: UMBC -
Bryn Mawr Camp College Part 1 (3 days)
Multiple session college application workshop for rising seniors only.
Students will create their Common Application account, learn about how to effectively answer supplemental college essays and participate in a college essay writing workshop.Location: Edith Hamilton Library, Howell Bldg. -
Bryn Mawr Camp College Part 1 (3 days)
Multiple session college application workshop for rising seniors only.
Students will create their Common Application account, learn about how to effectively answer supplemental college essays and participate in a college essay writing workshop.Location: Edith Hamilton Library, Howell Bldg. -
Bryn Mawr Camp College Part 1 (3 days)
Multiple session college application workshop for rising seniors only.
Students will create their Common Application account, learn about how to effectively answer supplemental college essays and participate in a college essay writing workshop.Location: Edith Hamilton Library, Howell Bldg. -
Bryn Mawr Camp College Part 2
Camp College 2.0 is the August booster to our Camp College program. We will continue completing college applications, discuss the 2025-2026 supplemental essay prompts, and review the more technical elements of the college process (requesting transcripts, signing up for college representative visits, and requesting teacher recommendations). Students should choose the one session that works best with their schedule.9-11 (AM session) or 1-3 (PM session)Location: Edith Hamilton Library, Howell Bldg. -
Bryn Mawr Camp College Part 2 (makeup date)
Camp College 2.0 is the August booster to our Camp College program. We will continue completing college applications, discuss the 2025-2026 supplemental essay prompts, and review the more technical elements of the college process (requesting transcripts, signing up for college representative visits, and requesting teacher recommendations). Students should choose the one session that works best with their schedule.9-11 (AM session) or 1-3 (PM session)Location: Edith Hamilton Library, Howell Bldg.
