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Are you wondering how to help your teenager navigate the college admissions process? Whether your student is in their first year of high school or preparing for senior year, now is the perfect time to start planning. Join college admissions counseling experts, Collegewise for College Knowledge Night, a must-attend webinar designed to give parents the essential tools, strategies, and insights needed to support their students on the path to college.

• The impact of shifting admission rates and how to approach the process with confidence. 
• How to Build a Strong Academic & Extracurricular Profile – Understand what colleges are really looking for and how your student can stand out.
• Key Timelines & Milestones – Get a clear roadmap for what students should be focusing on each year of high school.
• The Role of Standardized Testing – Learn the latest updates on the ACT/SAT, test-optional policies, and how testing fits into the admissions process.
• Smart College Planning Strategies – Discover how to research colleges, build a balanced college list, and avoid common pitfalls. 

The highly selective college admissions landscape is more competitive — and more confusing — than ever. With so much conflicting advice from social media, well-meaning friends, and outdated myths, how can families distinguish fact from fiction? If your student is aiming for a highly selective school, what actually makes an applicant stand out?  

Join Collegewise and ACT to discover:

• The truth behind common myths about the Ivy League highly selective admissions process. 
• What admissions officers really look for beyond grades and test scores.
• How students can develop authentic, standout applications.
• The impact of shifting admission rates and how to approach the process with confidence.
  

Led by Collegewise’s Director of Instruction and former instructor at Temple University, Michael Cohen, and Former Vanderbilt Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions and Collegewise Counselor, Kaila Brown, this webinar will give you expert insights and practical tips to help your student succeed now and in the future.  

Join college admissions counseling experts, Collegewise, and ACT for this must-attend webinar to learn:  

• How middle and high school students can develop key academic and life skills. 
• The best ways to explore interests and build meaningful experiences. 
• How to balance school, extracurriculars, and social life without feeling overwhelmed. 
• What changes in college admissions mean for today’s students.  

In this webinar, Collegewise admission experts share top tips to help you navigate the process. While you may not have everything figured out yet, now is the perfect time to explore potential college majors and career paths that align with your strengths and interests.  

In this webinar, you’ll discover:

• The steps to start building your college application profile now. 
• Understanding the college application timeline and key deadlines. 
• How to explore and narrow down your college major based on your interests. 

In this webinar, Collegewise admission experts share top tips on how to effectively conduct college research and solidify a well-rounded list of schools. We want every student to be thrilled about their options.   

College research doesn't have to be so complicated, and with Collegewise expert advice, you'll be all set to approach it with a greater sense of confidence. 

Join us to take a deep dive into what admission officers are really looking for. Our expert speakers will guide you through every step of the college admissions journey, from making the most of high school to researching universities and ultimately crafting successful applications, all while maintaining your sanity.

Feeling a whirlwind of emotions as you think about navigating the leap from high school to college? Don’t panic! Preparing for college starts with developing beneficial habits and strategically planning your high school journey. In this webinar, Collegewise admission experts will give you tips to effectively prepare for a fulfilling and successful college experience from day one. Whether you’re a freshman, a senior, or somewhere in between, you should feel confident and equipped to set yourself up for an exceptional college adventure.