$43
weeklyor $300 for 14 classes
College Application and Preparation Mentoring
New class
Ages 14-18
Live Group Course
Live video meetings
2x per week, 7 weeks
2-5 learners per class
45 min
What's included
14 live meetings
10 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursAssignments
1-2 hours per week. 1-2 per weekProgress Report
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Class Overview: Join your peers and a qualified academic mentor on the exciting (and perhaps daunting) journey through the college application process! *TLDR: Your student will learn about the types of colleges and university programs available to them, narrow down a list of potential schools, consider all of the attributes of those schools including cost, distance, size, values, etc. and be guided through the preparation of ALL application materials: emails to request letters of recommendation, the personal statement, supplemental essays, scholarship essays, etc. They will also learn time-management skills and gain a sense of confidence in their ability to make well-educated high-stakes decisions.* Throughout this 7-week course, the student will be guided through the process of identifying a list of colleges and universities that are the best fit for them and will develop application materials that allow them to stand out as applicants. There is so much information out there on American colleges and Universities, and it is extremely difficult to sort through what is truth, what is relevant, and what should be a non-negotiable. Navigating the process alone is nearly impossible. In this course, the student won’t simply read a list of colleges and pick out those that have their desired major – they will discover what truly matters to them in a potential school. In our tailored sessions, students will be able to ask questions, learn from each other, and build momentum as they approach their high school graduation. Our syllabus, outlined below, is designed specifically to ensure that students have every resource at their disposal and feel qualified to make this major life decision. There is also significant room for adjustment based on individual needs or concerns, as well as space for 1-on-1 sessions in addition to class meeting times. ***If the session times don't work for you, please reach out as I am flexible (especially for international students)** Also, don’t worry if you decide to join late – we will get you to the finish line before the Common Applications are due! For any questions or prep tips, reach out through the Ask a Question button. This process is as much about self-discovery as it is about college applications. Let’s make this challenging yet exciting journey a little bit smoother, together! (If you have any questions on the content or course syllabus, please reach out. I have a longer-form version of the syllabus that did not fit on this platform and am happy to share it or elaborate further on any of the courses!)
Learning Goals
Self Discovery
College Application
Syllabus
2 Units
14 Lessons
over 7 WeeksUnit 1: Picking the School(s)
Lesson 1:
Overview of Higher Ed & the Application Process
Overview of higher education and the application process.
Students will conclude this session by considering what type of higher education they think they are most interested in pursuing and why. The next class will begin with students discussing how the particular type of school may best align with their goals.
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Identifying Personal Priorities
Students will identify personal priorities and discuss their long-term goals.
Students will conclude this session by filling in a provided template with a list of attributes that they desire in a college or university. This will be their guiding document for the following week.
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Creating your college list
Students will conduct a practice research scenario to ensure they have developed the skills to efficiently identify schools which may align with their goals, priorities, and values.
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Creating a Preliminary College List
Students will conclude this week by doing initial research on each school’s academic programs, campus life, and extracurricular opportunities.
45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please note that while I offer financial aid help upon request (how to write negotiating emails with the financial aid department, how to find the financial aid application, when it is due, etc) I will not ask any information about student/family finances. Please ensure your student knows not to share any personal financial information with the instructor.
Language of Instruction
English (Level: A2)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! I am a traveler, public health researcher, athlete and educator excited to teach your student on any of the following topics: chemistry, public health, medical anthropology, introductory weight lifting and exercise, and the daunting but exciting journey through the college application process!
I have two degrees, one in chemistry and the other in medical anthropology (Feel free to ask me what medical anthropology is!!). I currently do public health research at a university, studying infectious diseases and health policy in the US.
I have two kittens (Gracie & Gooseberry), I love(!!!!) to knit (after learning this December), and teaching is both my hobby and passion.
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