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College Application Organization CRER 102.51, CRN 36885

$50
Calendar Sep 16, 2026 at 5 pm

This class is recommended for high school students and their guardians. This introductory course provides a comprehensive overview of the college application process. Participants will explore key components, including application essays, extracurricular activities, volunteer experiences, and letters of recommendation. The course is designed to help students and families determine where to begin and how to stay organized throughout the process. Participants will create a personalized organizational system, including a binder and structured Google Docs, to manage essay prompts, scholarship applications, and important deadlines efficiently. In addition to this course, two complementary classes (Scholarship Search and Researching Summer Programs) are being offered to further enhance participants' knowledge and understanding. Although this course is beneficial as a standalone offering, enrollment in all three courses will provide the most comprehensive educational experience to prepare high schoolers for their next steps. A suggested materials list will be emailed to registered participants before the start of the class. Instructor: Milissa Daniels.

Scholarship Search CRER 103.51, CRN 36887

$50
Calendar Sep 23, 2026 at 5 pm

This class is recommended for high school students and their guardians. It is never too early to begin exploring scholarship opportunities. This course introduces participants to effective strategies for identifying scholarships aligned with their personal profile, interests, and intended field of study.Students and parents will learn how to broaden their understanding of eligibility criteria, recognizing that scholarships are awarded for a wide range of achievements beyond academics. Volunteer work, community involvement, organizational affiliations, and individual talents can all play a significant role in securing financial support for college. In addition to this course, two complementary classes (College Application Organization and Researching Summer Programs) are being offered to further enhance participants' knowledge and understanding. Although this course is beneficial as a standalone offering, enrollment in all three courses will provide the most comprehensive educational experience to prepare high schoolers for their next steps. A suggested materials list will be emailed to registered participants before the start of the class. Instructor: Milissa Daniels.

Researching Summer Programs CRER 104.51, CRN 36889

$50
Calendar Sep 30, 2026 at 5 pm

This class is recommended for high school students and their guardians. In this two-session course, participants will learn how to identify and evaluate both local and national summer programs focused on academic and career exploration. These programs provide valuable opportunities for students to gain insight into potential career paths and develop practical experience in areas of interest. For students who are undecided about their future major, summer programs offer meaningful exposure to a variety of fields. Participation can also strengthen college applications by demonstrating initiative and engagement in academic or career-related experiences, including research opportunities. Many programs offer scholarships or reduced-cost options, though some may require a participation fee. In addition to this course, two complementary classes (College Application Organization and Scholarship Search) are being offered to further enhance participants' knowledge and understanding. Although this course is beneficial as a standalone offering, enrollment in all three courses will provide the most comprehensive educational experience to prepare high schoolers for their next steps. A suggested materials list will be emailed to registered participants before the start of the class. Instructor: Milissa Daniels.

College Application Organization CRER 102.52, CRN 36886

$50
Calendar Oct 14, 2026 at 5 pm

This class is recommended for high school students and their guardians. This introductory course provides a comprehensive overview of the college application process. Participants will explore key components, including application essays, extracurricular activities, volunteer experiences, and letters of recommendation. The course is designed to help students and families determine where to begin and how to stay organized throughout the process. Participants will create a personalized organizational system, including a binder and structured Google Docs, to manage essay prompts, scholarship applications, and important deadlines efficiently. In addition to this course, two complementary classes (Scholarship Search and Researching Summer Programs) are being offered to further enhance participants' knowledge and understanding. Although this course is beneficial as a standalone offering, enrollment in all three courses will provide the most comprehensive educational experience to prepare high schoolers for their next steps. A suggested materials list will be emailed to registered participants before the start of the class. Instructor: Milissa Daniels.

Scholarship Search CRER 103.52, CRN 36888

$50
Calendar Oct 21, 2026 at 5 pm

This class is recommended for high school students and their guardians. It is never too early to begin exploring scholarship opportunities. This course introduces participants to effective strategies for identifying scholarships aligned with their personal profile, interests, and intended field of study.Students and parents will learn how to broaden their understanding of eligibility criteria, recognizing that scholarships are awarded for a wide range of achievements beyond academics. Volunteer work, community involvement, organizational affiliations, and individual talents can all play a significant role in securing financial support for college. In addition to this course, two complementary classes (College Application Organization and Researching Summer Programs) are being offered to further enhance participants' knowledge and understanding. Although this course is beneficial as a standalone offering, enrollment in all three courses will provide the most comprehensive educational experience to prepare high schoolers for their next steps. A suggested materials list will be emailed to registered participants before the start of the class. Instructor: Milissa Daniels.

Researching Summer Programs CRER 104.52, CRN 36890

$50
Calendar Oct 28, 2026 at 5 pm

This class is recommended for high school students and their guardians. In this two-session course, participants will learn how to identify and evaluate both local and national summer programs focused on academic and career exploration. These programs provide valuable opportunities for students to gain insight into potential career paths and develop practical experience in areas of interest. For students who are undecided about their future major, summer programs offer meaningful exposure to a variety of fields. Participation can also strengthen college applications by demonstrating initiative and engagement in academic or career-related experiences, including research opportunities. Many programs offer scholarships or reduced-cost options, though some may require a participation fee. In addition to this course, two complementary classes (College Application Organization and Scholarship Search) are being offered to further enhance participants' knowledge and understanding. Although this course is beneficial as a standalone offering, enrollment in all three courses will provide the most comprehensive educational experience to prepare high schoolers for their next steps. A suggested materials list will be emailed to registered participants before the start of the class. Instructor: Milissa Daniels.





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