College Planning Seminars
At GSSM, we take planning for your college career to another level. We offer a two-semester sequence in college planning in the spring of junior year and fall of senior year. These courses are required, non-credit classes for our students taught by our college counselors. You'll learn how to find the right college and position yourself for the best chance of success.
College Planning Seminar I sessions:
- Determining your college fit/Introduction to Scoir
- Exploring majors and careers via YouScience
- Overview of college applications and the admissions process
- College costs, scholarships and financial aid
- Making the most of your campus visits
- Developing your college essay
- Activities, resumes and interviews
College Planning Seminar II sessions:
- How to balance your college list
- Completing the Common Application or Scoir Application
- Essays
- Admissions Committee case studies
- Applying for scholarships, the FAFSA and CSS Profile
- Preparing for interviews