College amp Transition ResourcesA Guide for Denver Academy Students amp Parents
Navigating the Post-secondary World
This presentation is designed for the diverse learners at Denver Academy who will be looking at
traditional ampor non-traditional paths after graduation
We appreciate the rich possibilities that all of you can consider
Keep your options open
We recommend that you take a look at various post-secondary opportunities
Donrsquot pigeon-hole yourself into one type of plan OR just one school
Be prepared to change your mind about what interests you
Considerhellip
Two-yearCommunity college
Four year college or university
Gap Year program
Technical school
Employment (even a summer job after graduation)
First Things First
Who Am I
The better you know yourselfmdashyour strengths amp weaknesses the way you learn what makes you tick what quirks amp unique qualities you havemdashthe better equipped you will be to start the college amp transition process
A Few Assessment Tools
Myers-BriggsJung Typology Take the ldquoJung Typologyrdquo assessment to see how you best navigate not only school but the world around you httpwwwhumanmetricscom
School Buff Download the two starting assessments
The ldquoSelf Surveyrdquo and the ldquoSelf-Knowledge Questionnairerdquo httpwwwschoolbuffcom
Do What You ArePersonality Type From
Naviance You will be directed to the home page Sign in as you usually do httpsconnectionnaviancecomfamily-connectionmainpersonality-type
Yoursquove already done some work
You probably have an idea (however vague) of what you want to do
You have most likely had conversations with parents and friends
You have thought about Career Clusters and have built a Passage around your interest
You have chosen a Senior Seminar class based on a potential career interest
Time for Research College
College amp Transition websites are a good place to start
These are just a few of the sites that have functions to help students narrow a college search by specific criteria
Remember that this helps as a guide and you are not locked into suggestions offered
If you donrsquot like your list look carefully at the criteria you have chosen
What is important to you in choosing a college
Location
Private Public
School size
Class size
LD services
Cost
Reputation
Programs amp Majors
Sports
Extracurricular activities
Legacy
Greek life
Career placement
Transfer options
Denver Academy has a subscription to Naviance a comprehensive college amp transition website
Every DA high school student amp parent has an account
Explore this site first wherever you are on the college amp transition path
httpwwwnaviancecom
Other College amp Transition Websites for Preliminary Research
ACT httpwwwactstudentorg
Big Future College Board httpsbigfuturecollegeboardorg
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Colleges That Change Lives httpwwwctclorg
myUsearch httpwwwmyUsearchcom
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcom
Why Consider a Community College
Financial reasons
Getting basic requirements out of the way
Staying close to home
Uncertainty about what you want to do
Community Colleges
Campus Explorer Searches for two-year degree programs amp certificate programs httpwwwcampusexplorercom
Colorado Council on High School amp College Relations The Colorado Collegiate Handbook can be downloaded for information on all Colorado two-year schools httpwwwcoloradocouncilorg
Matrix A synopsis of Colorado colleges universities and trade schools httpwwwmatrixbookstorebizcocolleges3htm
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Navigating the Post-secondary World
This presentation is designed for the diverse learners at Denver Academy who will be looking at
traditional ampor non-traditional paths after graduation
We appreciate the rich possibilities that all of you can consider
Keep your options open
We recommend that you take a look at various post-secondary opportunities
Donrsquot pigeon-hole yourself into one type of plan OR just one school
Be prepared to change your mind about what interests you
Considerhellip
Two-yearCommunity college
Four year college or university
Gap Year program
Technical school
Employment (even a summer job after graduation)
First Things First
Who Am I
The better you know yourselfmdashyour strengths amp weaknesses the way you learn what makes you tick what quirks amp unique qualities you havemdashthe better equipped you will be to start the college amp transition process
A Few Assessment Tools
Myers-BriggsJung Typology Take the ldquoJung Typologyrdquo assessment to see how you best navigate not only school but the world around you httpwwwhumanmetricscom
School Buff Download the two starting assessments
The ldquoSelf Surveyrdquo and the ldquoSelf-Knowledge Questionnairerdquo httpwwwschoolbuffcom
Do What You ArePersonality Type From
Naviance You will be directed to the home page Sign in as you usually do httpsconnectionnaviancecomfamily-connectionmainpersonality-type
Yoursquove already done some work
You probably have an idea (however vague) of what you want to do
You have most likely had conversations with parents and friends
You have thought about Career Clusters and have built a Passage around your interest
You have chosen a Senior Seminar class based on a potential career interest
Time for Research College
College amp Transition websites are a good place to start
These are just a few of the sites that have functions to help students narrow a college search by specific criteria
Remember that this helps as a guide and you are not locked into suggestions offered
If you donrsquot like your list look carefully at the criteria you have chosen
What is important to you in choosing a college
Location
Private Public
School size
Class size
LD services
Cost
Reputation
Programs amp Majors
Sports
Extracurricular activities
Legacy
Greek life
Career placement
Transfer options
Denver Academy has a subscription to Naviance a comprehensive college amp transition website
Every DA high school student amp parent has an account
Explore this site first wherever you are on the college amp transition path
httpwwwnaviancecom
Other College amp Transition Websites for Preliminary Research
ACT httpwwwactstudentorg
Big Future College Board httpsbigfuturecollegeboardorg
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Colleges That Change Lives httpwwwctclorg
myUsearch httpwwwmyUsearchcom
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcom
Why Consider a Community College
Financial reasons
Getting basic requirements out of the way
Staying close to home
Uncertainty about what you want to do
Community Colleges
Campus Explorer Searches for two-year degree programs amp certificate programs httpwwwcampusexplorercom
Colorado Council on High School amp College Relations The Colorado Collegiate Handbook can be downloaded for information on all Colorado two-year schools httpwwwcoloradocouncilorg
Matrix A synopsis of Colorado colleges universities and trade schools httpwwwmatrixbookstorebizcocolleges3htm
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Keep your options open
We recommend that you take a look at various post-secondary opportunities
Donrsquot pigeon-hole yourself into one type of plan OR just one school
Be prepared to change your mind about what interests you
Considerhellip
Two-yearCommunity college
Four year college or university
Gap Year program
Technical school
Employment (even a summer job after graduation)
First Things First
Who Am I
The better you know yourselfmdashyour strengths amp weaknesses the way you learn what makes you tick what quirks amp unique qualities you havemdashthe better equipped you will be to start the college amp transition process
A Few Assessment Tools
Myers-BriggsJung Typology Take the ldquoJung Typologyrdquo assessment to see how you best navigate not only school but the world around you httpwwwhumanmetricscom
School Buff Download the two starting assessments
The ldquoSelf Surveyrdquo and the ldquoSelf-Knowledge Questionnairerdquo httpwwwschoolbuffcom
Do What You ArePersonality Type From
Naviance You will be directed to the home page Sign in as you usually do httpsconnectionnaviancecomfamily-connectionmainpersonality-type
Yoursquove already done some work
You probably have an idea (however vague) of what you want to do
You have most likely had conversations with parents and friends
You have thought about Career Clusters and have built a Passage around your interest
You have chosen a Senior Seminar class based on a potential career interest
Time for Research College
College amp Transition websites are a good place to start
These are just a few of the sites that have functions to help students narrow a college search by specific criteria
Remember that this helps as a guide and you are not locked into suggestions offered
If you donrsquot like your list look carefully at the criteria you have chosen
What is important to you in choosing a college
Location
Private Public
School size
Class size
LD services
Cost
Reputation
Programs amp Majors
Sports
Extracurricular activities
Legacy
Greek life
Career placement
Transfer options
Denver Academy has a subscription to Naviance a comprehensive college amp transition website
Every DA high school student amp parent has an account
Explore this site first wherever you are on the college amp transition path
httpwwwnaviancecom
Other College amp Transition Websites for Preliminary Research
ACT httpwwwactstudentorg
Big Future College Board httpsbigfuturecollegeboardorg
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Colleges That Change Lives httpwwwctclorg
myUsearch httpwwwmyUsearchcom
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcom
Why Consider a Community College
Financial reasons
Getting basic requirements out of the way
Staying close to home
Uncertainty about what you want to do
Community Colleges
Campus Explorer Searches for two-year degree programs amp certificate programs httpwwwcampusexplorercom
Colorado Council on High School amp College Relations The Colorado Collegiate Handbook can be downloaded for information on all Colorado two-year schools httpwwwcoloradocouncilorg
Matrix A synopsis of Colorado colleges universities and trade schools httpwwwmatrixbookstorebizcocolleges3htm
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Considerhellip
Two-yearCommunity college
Four year college or university
Gap Year program
Technical school
Employment (even a summer job after graduation)
First Things First
Who Am I
The better you know yourselfmdashyour strengths amp weaknesses the way you learn what makes you tick what quirks amp unique qualities you havemdashthe better equipped you will be to start the college amp transition process
A Few Assessment Tools
Myers-BriggsJung Typology Take the ldquoJung Typologyrdquo assessment to see how you best navigate not only school but the world around you httpwwwhumanmetricscom
School Buff Download the two starting assessments
The ldquoSelf Surveyrdquo and the ldquoSelf-Knowledge Questionnairerdquo httpwwwschoolbuffcom
Do What You ArePersonality Type From
Naviance You will be directed to the home page Sign in as you usually do httpsconnectionnaviancecomfamily-connectionmainpersonality-type
Yoursquove already done some work
You probably have an idea (however vague) of what you want to do
You have most likely had conversations with parents and friends
You have thought about Career Clusters and have built a Passage around your interest
You have chosen a Senior Seminar class based on a potential career interest
Time for Research College
College amp Transition websites are a good place to start
These are just a few of the sites that have functions to help students narrow a college search by specific criteria
Remember that this helps as a guide and you are not locked into suggestions offered
If you donrsquot like your list look carefully at the criteria you have chosen
What is important to you in choosing a college
Location
Private Public
School size
Class size
LD services
Cost
Reputation
Programs amp Majors
Sports
Extracurricular activities
Legacy
Greek life
Career placement
Transfer options
Denver Academy has a subscription to Naviance a comprehensive college amp transition website
Every DA high school student amp parent has an account
Explore this site first wherever you are on the college amp transition path
httpwwwnaviancecom
Other College amp Transition Websites for Preliminary Research
ACT httpwwwactstudentorg
Big Future College Board httpsbigfuturecollegeboardorg
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Colleges That Change Lives httpwwwctclorg
myUsearch httpwwwmyUsearchcom
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcom
Why Consider a Community College
Financial reasons
Getting basic requirements out of the way
Staying close to home
Uncertainty about what you want to do
Community Colleges
Campus Explorer Searches for two-year degree programs amp certificate programs httpwwwcampusexplorercom
Colorado Council on High School amp College Relations The Colorado Collegiate Handbook can be downloaded for information on all Colorado two-year schools httpwwwcoloradocouncilorg
Matrix A synopsis of Colorado colleges universities and trade schools httpwwwmatrixbookstorebizcocolleges3htm
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
First Things First
Who Am I
The better you know yourselfmdashyour strengths amp weaknesses the way you learn what makes you tick what quirks amp unique qualities you havemdashthe better equipped you will be to start the college amp transition process
A Few Assessment Tools
Myers-BriggsJung Typology Take the ldquoJung Typologyrdquo assessment to see how you best navigate not only school but the world around you httpwwwhumanmetricscom
School Buff Download the two starting assessments
The ldquoSelf Surveyrdquo and the ldquoSelf-Knowledge Questionnairerdquo httpwwwschoolbuffcom
Do What You ArePersonality Type From
Naviance You will be directed to the home page Sign in as you usually do httpsconnectionnaviancecomfamily-connectionmainpersonality-type
Yoursquove already done some work
You probably have an idea (however vague) of what you want to do
You have most likely had conversations with parents and friends
You have thought about Career Clusters and have built a Passage around your interest
You have chosen a Senior Seminar class based on a potential career interest
Time for Research College
College amp Transition websites are a good place to start
These are just a few of the sites that have functions to help students narrow a college search by specific criteria
Remember that this helps as a guide and you are not locked into suggestions offered
If you donrsquot like your list look carefully at the criteria you have chosen
What is important to you in choosing a college
Location
Private Public
School size
Class size
LD services
Cost
Reputation
Programs amp Majors
Sports
Extracurricular activities
Legacy
Greek life
Career placement
Transfer options
Denver Academy has a subscription to Naviance a comprehensive college amp transition website
Every DA high school student amp parent has an account
Explore this site first wherever you are on the college amp transition path
httpwwwnaviancecom
Other College amp Transition Websites for Preliminary Research
ACT httpwwwactstudentorg
Big Future College Board httpsbigfuturecollegeboardorg
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Colleges That Change Lives httpwwwctclorg
myUsearch httpwwwmyUsearchcom
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcom
Why Consider a Community College
Financial reasons
Getting basic requirements out of the way
Staying close to home
Uncertainty about what you want to do
Community Colleges
Campus Explorer Searches for two-year degree programs amp certificate programs httpwwwcampusexplorercom
Colorado Council on High School amp College Relations The Colorado Collegiate Handbook can be downloaded for information on all Colorado two-year schools httpwwwcoloradocouncilorg
Matrix A synopsis of Colorado colleges universities and trade schools httpwwwmatrixbookstorebizcocolleges3htm
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Who Am I
The better you know yourselfmdashyour strengths amp weaknesses the way you learn what makes you tick what quirks amp unique qualities you havemdashthe better equipped you will be to start the college amp transition process
A Few Assessment Tools
Myers-BriggsJung Typology Take the ldquoJung Typologyrdquo assessment to see how you best navigate not only school but the world around you httpwwwhumanmetricscom
School Buff Download the two starting assessments
The ldquoSelf Surveyrdquo and the ldquoSelf-Knowledge Questionnairerdquo httpwwwschoolbuffcom
Do What You ArePersonality Type From
Naviance You will be directed to the home page Sign in as you usually do httpsconnectionnaviancecomfamily-connectionmainpersonality-type
Yoursquove already done some work
You probably have an idea (however vague) of what you want to do
You have most likely had conversations with parents and friends
You have thought about Career Clusters and have built a Passage around your interest
You have chosen a Senior Seminar class based on a potential career interest
Time for Research College
College amp Transition websites are a good place to start
These are just a few of the sites that have functions to help students narrow a college search by specific criteria
Remember that this helps as a guide and you are not locked into suggestions offered
If you donrsquot like your list look carefully at the criteria you have chosen
What is important to you in choosing a college
Location
Private Public
School size
Class size
LD services
Cost
Reputation
Programs amp Majors
Sports
Extracurricular activities
Legacy
Greek life
Career placement
Transfer options
Denver Academy has a subscription to Naviance a comprehensive college amp transition website
Every DA high school student amp parent has an account
Explore this site first wherever you are on the college amp transition path
httpwwwnaviancecom
Other College amp Transition Websites for Preliminary Research
ACT httpwwwactstudentorg
Big Future College Board httpsbigfuturecollegeboardorg
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Colleges That Change Lives httpwwwctclorg
myUsearch httpwwwmyUsearchcom
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcom
Why Consider a Community College
Financial reasons
Getting basic requirements out of the way
Staying close to home
Uncertainty about what you want to do
Community Colleges
Campus Explorer Searches for two-year degree programs amp certificate programs httpwwwcampusexplorercom
Colorado Council on High School amp College Relations The Colorado Collegiate Handbook can be downloaded for information on all Colorado two-year schools httpwwwcoloradocouncilorg
Matrix A synopsis of Colorado colleges universities and trade schools httpwwwmatrixbookstorebizcocolleges3htm
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
A Few Assessment Tools
Myers-BriggsJung Typology Take the ldquoJung Typologyrdquo assessment to see how you best navigate not only school but the world around you httpwwwhumanmetricscom
School Buff Download the two starting assessments
The ldquoSelf Surveyrdquo and the ldquoSelf-Knowledge Questionnairerdquo httpwwwschoolbuffcom
Do What You ArePersonality Type From
Naviance You will be directed to the home page Sign in as you usually do httpsconnectionnaviancecomfamily-connectionmainpersonality-type
Yoursquove already done some work
You probably have an idea (however vague) of what you want to do
You have most likely had conversations with parents and friends
You have thought about Career Clusters and have built a Passage around your interest
You have chosen a Senior Seminar class based on a potential career interest
Time for Research College
College amp Transition websites are a good place to start
These are just a few of the sites that have functions to help students narrow a college search by specific criteria
Remember that this helps as a guide and you are not locked into suggestions offered
If you donrsquot like your list look carefully at the criteria you have chosen
What is important to you in choosing a college
Location
Private Public
School size
Class size
LD services
Cost
Reputation
Programs amp Majors
Sports
Extracurricular activities
Legacy
Greek life
Career placement
Transfer options
Denver Academy has a subscription to Naviance a comprehensive college amp transition website
Every DA high school student amp parent has an account
Explore this site first wherever you are on the college amp transition path
httpwwwnaviancecom
Other College amp Transition Websites for Preliminary Research
ACT httpwwwactstudentorg
Big Future College Board httpsbigfuturecollegeboardorg
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Colleges That Change Lives httpwwwctclorg
myUsearch httpwwwmyUsearchcom
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcom
Why Consider a Community College
Financial reasons
Getting basic requirements out of the way
Staying close to home
Uncertainty about what you want to do
Community Colleges
Campus Explorer Searches for two-year degree programs amp certificate programs httpwwwcampusexplorercom
Colorado Council on High School amp College Relations The Colorado Collegiate Handbook can be downloaded for information on all Colorado two-year schools httpwwwcoloradocouncilorg
Matrix A synopsis of Colorado colleges universities and trade schools httpwwwmatrixbookstorebizcocolleges3htm
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Yoursquove already done some work
You probably have an idea (however vague) of what you want to do
You have most likely had conversations with parents and friends
You have thought about Career Clusters and have built a Passage around your interest
You have chosen a Senior Seminar class based on a potential career interest
Time for Research College
College amp Transition websites are a good place to start
These are just a few of the sites that have functions to help students narrow a college search by specific criteria
Remember that this helps as a guide and you are not locked into suggestions offered
If you donrsquot like your list look carefully at the criteria you have chosen
What is important to you in choosing a college
Location
Private Public
School size
Class size
LD services
Cost
Reputation
Programs amp Majors
Sports
Extracurricular activities
Legacy
Greek life
Career placement
Transfer options
Denver Academy has a subscription to Naviance a comprehensive college amp transition website
Every DA high school student amp parent has an account
Explore this site first wherever you are on the college amp transition path
httpwwwnaviancecom
Other College amp Transition Websites for Preliminary Research
ACT httpwwwactstudentorg
Big Future College Board httpsbigfuturecollegeboardorg
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Colleges That Change Lives httpwwwctclorg
myUsearch httpwwwmyUsearchcom
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcom
Why Consider a Community College
Financial reasons
Getting basic requirements out of the way
Staying close to home
Uncertainty about what you want to do
Community Colleges
Campus Explorer Searches for two-year degree programs amp certificate programs httpwwwcampusexplorercom
Colorado Council on High School amp College Relations The Colorado Collegiate Handbook can be downloaded for information on all Colorado two-year schools httpwwwcoloradocouncilorg
Matrix A synopsis of Colorado colleges universities and trade schools httpwwwmatrixbookstorebizcocolleges3htm
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Time for Research College
College amp Transition websites are a good place to start
These are just a few of the sites that have functions to help students narrow a college search by specific criteria
Remember that this helps as a guide and you are not locked into suggestions offered
If you donrsquot like your list look carefully at the criteria you have chosen
What is important to you in choosing a college
Location
Private Public
School size
Class size
LD services
Cost
Reputation
Programs amp Majors
Sports
Extracurricular activities
Legacy
Greek life
Career placement
Transfer options
Denver Academy has a subscription to Naviance a comprehensive college amp transition website
Every DA high school student amp parent has an account
Explore this site first wherever you are on the college amp transition path
httpwwwnaviancecom
Other College amp Transition Websites for Preliminary Research
ACT httpwwwactstudentorg
Big Future College Board httpsbigfuturecollegeboardorg
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Colleges That Change Lives httpwwwctclorg
myUsearch httpwwwmyUsearchcom
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcom
Why Consider a Community College
Financial reasons
Getting basic requirements out of the way
Staying close to home
Uncertainty about what you want to do
Community Colleges
Campus Explorer Searches for two-year degree programs amp certificate programs httpwwwcampusexplorercom
Colorado Council on High School amp College Relations The Colorado Collegiate Handbook can be downloaded for information on all Colorado two-year schools httpwwwcoloradocouncilorg
Matrix A synopsis of Colorado colleges universities and trade schools httpwwwmatrixbookstorebizcocolleges3htm
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
What is important to you in choosing a college
Location
Private Public
School size
Class size
LD services
Cost
Reputation
Programs amp Majors
Sports
Extracurricular activities
Legacy
Greek life
Career placement
Transfer options
Denver Academy has a subscription to Naviance a comprehensive college amp transition website
Every DA high school student amp parent has an account
Explore this site first wherever you are on the college amp transition path
httpwwwnaviancecom
Other College amp Transition Websites for Preliminary Research
ACT httpwwwactstudentorg
Big Future College Board httpsbigfuturecollegeboardorg
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Colleges That Change Lives httpwwwctclorg
myUsearch httpwwwmyUsearchcom
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcom
Why Consider a Community College
Financial reasons
Getting basic requirements out of the way
Staying close to home
Uncertainty about what you want to do
Community Colleges
Campus Explorer Searches for two-year degree programs amp certificate programs httpwwwcampusexplorercom
Colorado Council on High School amp College Relations The Colorado Collegiate Handbook can be downloaded for information on all Colorado two-year schools httpwwwcoloradocouncilorg
Matrix A synopsis of Colorado colleges universities and trade schools httpwwwmatrixbookstorebizcocolleges3htm
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Denver Academy has a subscription to Naviance a comprehensive college amp transition website
Every DA high school student amp parent has an account
Explore this site first wherever you are on the college amp transition path
httpwwwnaviancecom
Other College amp Transition Websites for Preliminary Research
ACT httpwwwactstudentorg
Big Future College Board httpsbigfuturecollegeboardorg
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Colleges That Change Lives httpwwwctclorg
myUsearch httpwwwmyUsearchcom
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcom
Why Consider a Community College
Financial reasons
Getting basic requirements out of the way
Staying close to home
Uncertainty about what you want to do
Community Colleges
Campus Explorer Searches for two-year degree programs amp certificate programs httpwwwcampusexplorercom
Colorado Council on High School amp College Relations The Colorado Collegiate Handbook can be downloaded for information on all Colorado two-year schools httpwwwcoloradocouncilorg
Matrix A synopsis of Colorado colleges universities and trade schools httpwwwmatrixbookstorebizcocolleges3htm
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Other College amp Transition Websites for Preliminary Research
ACT httpwwwactstudentorg
Big Future College Board httpsbigfuturecollegeboardorg
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Colleges That Change Lives httpwwwctclorg
myUsearch httpwwwmyUsearchcom
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcom
Why Consider a Community College
Financial reasons
Getting basic requirements out of the way
Staying close to home
Uncertainty about what you want to do
Community Colleges
Campus Explorer Searches for two-year degree programs amp certificate programs httpwwwcampusexplorercom
Colorado Council on High School amp College Relations The Colorado Collegiate Handbook can be downloaded for information on all Colorado two-year schools httpwwwcoloradocouncilorg
Matrix A synopsis of Colorado colleges universities and trade schools httpwwwmatrixbookstorebizcocolleges3htm
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Why Consider a Community College
Financial reasons
Getting basic requirements out of the way
Staying close to home
Uncertainty about what you want to do
Community Colleges
Campus Explorer Searches for two-year degree programs amp certificate programs httpwwwcampusexplorercom
Colorado Council on High School amp College Relations The Colorado Collegiate Handbook can be downloaded for information on all Colorado two-year schools httpwwwcoloradocouncilorg
Matrix A synopsis of Colorado colleges universities and trade schools httpwwwmatrixbookstorebizcocolleges3htm
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Community Colleges
Campus Explorer Searches for two-year degree programs amp certificate programs httpwwwcampusexplorercom
Colorado Council on High School amp College Relations The Colorado Collegiate Handbook can be downloaded for information on all Colorado two-year schools httpwwwcoloradocouncilorg
Matrix A synopsis of Colorado colleges universities and trade schools httpwwwmatrixbookstorebizcocolleges3htm
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Are you thinking about a Technical route
The coursework is specific to a career path
It takes less time to get into the work force
It is more kinesthetic ldquohands-onrdquo
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Technical Schools
Bel-Rea A veterinary technical training program httpbelreaedu
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) A list and locations of the eight Designated Career amp Technical Schools in Colorado httpwwwcoloradostateplancomdctshtm
Emily Griffith Technical College Denverrsquos public college for apprenticeships amp certificate program httpwwwegos-schoolcom
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Looking for a School with Strong Academic Support
Beacon College httpwwwbeaconcollegeedu
Curry College httpwwwcurryedu
Landmark College httpwwwlandmarkedu
Lynn University httpwwwlynnedu
Mitchell College httpwwwmitchelledu
University of ArizonaStrategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) httpwwwsaltarizonaedu
University of DenverLearning Effectiveness Program (LEP) httpwwwduedustudentlifedisabilitylep
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Schools with Learning Disability Services
College Scholarships Colleges and Online Degrees A list of numerous colleges amp universities with coordinated or comprehensive LD services httpwwwcollege-scholarshipscomlearning_disabilitieshtm
Colleges with Learning Disability Programs Managed by Allen Tinkler ldquoa nationally recognized consultant on college selection and transition issues for students with special needsrdquo httpkaarmecomLearning_Disability_College_Programs
National Center for Learning Disabilities An excellent resource for many transition issues for students with LD httpncldorgcollege-aamp-workpost-high-school-options
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Specific Communities
Christian Schools httpwwwchristiancollegeguidenet
Historically Black Schools httpwwwblackcollegesearchcom
Jewish Population httpcollegestatsorgcollegesjewish
LGBT-Friendly Campus
Climate Index httpwwwcampusclimateindexorg
Menrsquos Collegeshttpwwwunivsourcecommenshtm
Womenrsquos Collegeshttpcollegeappsaboutcomodcollegerankingstptop_womens_collegeshtm
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Building Your List
Once you and you parent(s) have decided on the criteria AND how it is prioritized you can start finding opportunities that fit
We recommend one reach two match amp two foundation
The options need to be REAL
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Continuing to navigatehellip
The ldquopreliminaryrdquo websites are completely suitable to continue with your research
There are websites that take a different approach to college research
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
These websites give a ldquobehind-the-scenesrdquo look at colleges They are geared specifically towards high school students (Parents are welcome too)
College Confidential httpwwwcollegeconfidentialcom
Campus Grotto httpwwwcampusgrotto
comhomeindexphp
College Prowler httpcollegeprowlercom
Rate My Professors httpwwwratemyprofessorscom
Students Review httpwwwstudentsreviewcom
Zinch httpwwwzinchcom
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
A Closer Look
College Navigator National Center of Education Statistics website Home to surveys and programs and to ldquoCollege Affordability amp Transparency Centerrdquo Excellent match function httpncesedgovcollegenavigator
College Results Online A website from the Education Trust httpwwwcollegeresultsorg
Education Conservancy (EC) ldquoHelps students colleges and high schools overcome commercial interference in college admissionrdquo httpwwweducationconservancyorg
NACAC The National Association of College Admission Counseling website Excellent ldquostudent and parent resourcesrdquo tab httpwwwnacacnetorg
National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Includes surveys of student engagement by participating schools httpwwwnsseiubedu
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
VideoVirtual Campus Tours
Campus Tours ldquoVideo tours photorealistic interactive campus maps mobile walking toursrdquo amp morehelliphttpwwwcampustourscom
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours College videos of campus tours plus other helpful college planning and admissions information httpwwwcollegiatechoicecom
YOUniversityldquoCollege video tours of every major college in the US Social network connects you with students admissions faculty and alumnirdquo httpwwwyouniversitytvcom
You Visit ldquoVirtual Campus Visits - Web Mobile Facebookrdquo httpwwwyouvisitcom
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Other Research Tools
The Choice ldquoExamines all facets of college and university admissionsrdquo A blog from The New York Times httpthechoiceblogsnytimescom
College Week Live Videos live chats httpwwwcollegeweeklivecom
College Admission Confidential Interviews with people in the college counseling field LA Talk Radio httpwwwlatalkradioCollegephp
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Gap Year Opportunities
Not quite ready for another rigorous academic experience
Want to travel and do service in a local or international community
Do you needwant to earn money for college
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Gap Year Programs Local Opportunities
Americorps ldquoYour chance to put your ideals into action while learning new skills making new connections and earning money to pay for collegerdquo httpwwwamericorpsgov
Mile High Youth Corps ldquoMeaningful service and educational experiencesrdquo httpwwwmilehighyouthcorpsorg
NOLS National Outdoor Leadership School a wilderness education school Based in Wyoming several locations httpwwwnolsedu
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Gap Year Programs Service amp Travel
Gap Year Programs A good site to start your research httpwwwgapyearprogramsnet
Dynamy Internship year amp Youth Academy httpwwwdynamyorg
Earthwatch For students concerned about the earthrsquos future httpwwwearthwatchorg
Leap Now Agap year-for credit alternative college program httpwwwleapnoworg
Planet Gap Year Offers opportunities in 25 countries that offer ldquoadventure internships volunteering amp independent travelrdquo httpwwwplanetearthyearcom
Where There Be Dragons ldquoLanguage study volunteering internships homestays backpacking and the study of philosophy music amp arts combine for authentic learning adventuresrdquo httpwwwwheretherebedragonscom
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Getting into the Work force NOW
Do you have a clear idea of what you want for a career
Do you wantneed to earn money for college
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Career Exploration
Career One Stop httpwwwajbdnius
ASVAB Career Exploration Program httpwwwasvabprogramcom
Candid Career ldquoGet reel about your careerrdquo httpwwwcandidcareercom
Colorado Association of Career amp Technical Education (CACTE) httpcoloradostateplancomdefault_clusterhtm
Drive of Your Life ldquoTest drive careers for the one and only yourdquo httpwwwdriveofyourlifeorg
Onet Resource Center The nations primary source of occupational informationrdquo httpwwwonetcenterorg
Wet Feet ldquoOur mission is to equip job seekers like you with the advice research and inspiration you need to plan and achieve a successful careerrdquo httpwwwwetfeetcom
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
How to Tackle the College Admission Process
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
The College Application ProcessThe Common Application
How to Navigate the Common Application A power point tutorial from Chapman University httpwwwchapmaneduadmission_filesCommonAppTutorialFall2012CThomepdf
A Student Perspective Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8UGzlIbeLwY
Questions amp Answers part 1 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=KpU7L47xYGgampfeature=related
Questions amp Answers part 2 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=SKu5OsFqJyAampfeature=relmfu
Questions amp Answers part 3 Youtube video httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=8qrvFpweB3campfeature=relmfu
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
The College Application Process College Essay
Essays Tips from Carleton University httpappscarletoneduadmissionsapplyessay_tips
Essay2Review ldquoWork up your common application essayrdquo httpwwwessay2reviewcomwork-up-your-common-application-essayhtml
Purdue Owl Writing a Personal Statement httpowlenglishpurdueeduowlresource64201
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
The College Application Process Letters amp Interviews
Advice for the College Interview ldquoGirls Dress Discreetly Boys Mind Those Handsrdquohttpwwwthechoiceblogsnytimescom20101025october-interview
Ask the Experts Letters of Recommendation amp College Interviewshttpwwwpetersonscomcollege-searchletters-recommendation-college-interviewsaspx
College in Colorado Letters of RecommendationInterviews (Application essays too) httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Need Help with ACT Prep
Multiple Choice Tests Help
The ACT student site Free of charge httpwwwactstudentorg
Bright Storm Video tutorials fee-based httpwwwbrightstormcom
Khan Academy Free currently has video tutorials for the math section only
httpwwwkhanacademyorg
Number 2 Free of charge httpwwwnumber2com
Writing Portion Help
httpwwwactstudentorgtestpreptipswriting-testhtml
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
SAT Prep for SAT Reasoning Test
College Board The SAT website httpwwwcollegeboardcom
I Need a Pencil httpwwwineedapencilcom
Major Tests httpwwwmajortestscomsat
ProProfs http
wwwproprofscom
These sites are free of charge
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
SAT Prep for SAT II Tests
College Board httpwwwsatcollegeboardorgpracticesat-subject-test-preparation
Princeton Review httpwwwprincetonreviewcomcollegesat-subject-test-coursesaspx
University Language httpwwwuniversitylanguagecom
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Accuplacer Prep
College Board httpwwwcollegeboardaccuplacer
Arapahoe Community College Information about amp sample questions about this course placement test for reading writing and math httpwwwarapahoeedustudent-resourcestesting-centeraccuplacer-placement-test
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Fair Test Schools
Fair Test Schools The extensive list of collegesamp universities that do not consider standardized testing as a major criterion in a studentrsquos application packet
httpwwwfairtestorguniversityoptional
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
How to Navigate the Job Search
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Career Sources
Resume Builder httpwwwaieorg
Writing a Cover Letter httpwwwmyfuturecomcareersarticles-advicecreating-your-cover-letter
How to Complete a Job Application httpwwwjobsearchaboutcomcsjobapplicationsajobapplicationhtm
Job Interview Tips and Advice httpwwwcareer-advice
monstercomjob-interviewcareersaspx
How to Be an Outstanding Employee httpwwwcbsnewscom8301-505143_162-477439589-traits-that-make-great-employees-outstanding
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Need money to make your plans work
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Financial Aid
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE httpwwwfafsaedgov
CSS Profile A list of colleges universities and scholarship programs use PROFILE Noncustodial PROFILE andor IDOC as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants httpswwwprofileonlinecollegeboardcomprfPXRemotePartInstitutionServletPXRemotePartInstitutionServletsrv
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Scholarship Sites
CollegeInSight From the Institute of College Access amp Success httpwwwcollege-insightorg
FinAid A comprehensive financial aid information source httpwwwfinaidorg
Merit Aid Comprehensive list of merit amp academic scholarships httpwwwmeritaidcom
Saving for College Offers a downloadable Family Guide to College Savings httpwwwsavingforcollegecom
Students Scholarship Search Offers an ebook Free Scholarship Guide for College Students httpwwwstudentscholarshipsearchcom
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Ann Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship National Center for Learning Disabilities httpwwwncldorgabout-usscholarships-aamp-awardsthe-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Disaboom A scholarship site for students with disabilities httpwwwdisaboomcomResourcesDisabilityScholarshipsDefaultasp
Learning Through Listening Award Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic httpwwwrfbdorgapplications_awardshtm
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Scholarship Programs in Colorado
Boettcher Scholarship httpwwwboettcherfoundationorgscholarships
College in Colorado httpwwwcollegeincoloradoorg
College Invest httpwwwcollegeinvestorg
Daniels Fund httpwwwdanielsfundorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
For your Community Service hours
Seniors at Denver Academy are required to perform 50 hours of community service
The Phil Johnson amp Lou Raders Community Service Scholarship was established in 2008 to recognize a student with extraordinary community service
One $1000 scholarship each year is available for a student who nominates himherself and goes through the selection process
Please talk with any senior advisor if you are interested
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Volunteer
Clothes to Kids Provides new and used clothing to low income children httpwwwclothestokidsorg
Denver Public Library Lists opportunities for teens httpwwwteensdenverlibraryorg
Girls Inc Volunteer opportunities ldquoinspiring all girls to be strong smart amp boldrdquo httpwwwgirlsincdenverorgvolunteer-opportunitieshtm
Habitat for Humanity A Denver homeownership program httpwwwhabitatmetrodenverorg
Metro Volunteers ldquoDenverrsquos leading source for volunteer engagementrdquo httpwwwmetrovolunteersorg
Volunteer Match Volunteer opportunities in the Denver metro area httpwwwvolunteermatchorgsearchindexjspr=msaampl=80640
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Extra Support Services
If you are not quite ready to embark on your new transition and want to stay connected to Denver and Denver Academy consider
College Achievement Program (CAP) httpwwwdenveracademyorgpageaspxpid=345
College Living Experience (CLE) httpwwwexperienceclecomlocationsdenveraspx
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Print Resources College Search
Antonoff Steve College Finder
Antonoff Steve College Match Octameron USA 2011
Cool Colleges 101
The Insiderrsquos Guide to the Colleges
Kravets Marybeth amp Imy Wax K amp W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
Mangrum Charles T amp Stephen S Strichart Petersonrsquos Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Disorder
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Print Resources Scholarships amp Financial Aid
Leider Anna amp Robert Leider Donrsquot Miss Out The Ambitious Studentrsquos Guide To Financial Aid
Chany Kalman Paying for College without Going Broke
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Print Resources Career Exploration
Bolles Richard What Color Is Your Parachute
Parfitt Jo A Career in Your Suitcase
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
Many Thanks
I am deeply indebted to Dr Christine Hand Gonzales for her resource book College Bound Proven Ways to Plan amp Prepare for Getting into the College of Your Dreams College Path is her website httpwwwcollege-pathcom
Many of the resources in this presentation come from her book (available on Kindle)
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
If you are interested in having a copy of this power point please contact me by email and I will send you a copy
Thank you
Carey Eskesen
ceskesendenveracademyorg
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