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Career & College Events
Regularly check this newsletter for local event updates.
College Visits at Poway High - Starting Sept 9, 2024
A pass is not required to attend all college visits during lunch, but a pass is required for college visits during class time. Please sign up as your pass, and it is important that you obtain teacher permission to attend any of the visits during class time. Teachers can refuse permission to attend if a test or quiz is scheduled at the same time. If you are unable to attend and wish to get information from the college
Please see our College Visits Sign-Up Genius on our PHS website, or come to the Titan Center for help.
We are adding more colleges every day. Please check back for updates.
Letter of Rec Workshop - Sept 11 & 24, 2024
Financial Aid Night - Sept 17
College 101 Workshops at PHS - Sept & October
Below are important dates for upcoming college & career events. Students can sign up for the following events by clicking here and visiting our Counseling Canvas Page announcements.
- Common App 101 Workshop - Thurs., Sept. 5th, 12:20PM & Lunch, Room K-1
- UC 101 Workshop - Fri., September 27th, 12:20PM & Lunch, Room K-1
- CSU 101 Workshop - Thurs., Oct. 3rd , 12:20PM & Lunch, Room K-1
- Community College 101 Workshop - Tue., Oct. 8th Lunch & Beg. of Per. 4, Room K-1
Click here to sign up! Attendance will be taken.
College Application Office Hours - Oct 2024
College Application Office Hours - Nov 2024
Latino College Expo Sept 14, 2024
Latino College Expo Scholarship Deadline Aug 26
WACAC Camp College
WACAC (Western Association for College Admission Counseling) offered a Camp College Virtual Boot camp for parents and students over the summer. If you weren't able to attend the virtual sessions, the WACAC team of college admissions experts recorded them for you:
Links to Camp College Recordings:
May 15: Building a college list https://youtu.be/w3ZdQjYVjMI
June 12: How college application decisions are made https://youtu.be/92NqgITLgFU
June 19: Getting starting on your app: essays and activities https://youtu.be/CH3LU7XAIyA
August 7: Personal Writing for the Common App and UC app
August 14: Avoiding Missed Opportunities on the Common app / UC app
August 21: Ask the Experts: Q & A for Common App & UC
Student (and Parents!) Registration Link: https://tcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qRG5N599SQWVw2nxIxePSA#/registration
NACAC Upcoming College Fairs - Sept 15, 2024
2024 NACAC Virtual College Fairs Schedule:
September Virtual College Fair Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, 1PM - 6PM (EST) For more info, click here
October Virtual College Fair Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, 1PM - 6PM (EST) For more info, click here
November Virtual College Fair Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024, 1PM - 6PM (EST) For more info, click here
Check out their list of participating colleges. Printable lists are available.
CSU College Nights Sept 24 & 30, 2024
The California State University (CSU) and their 23 universities are ready to introduce you to the life-changing possibilities they have to offer. Join them for their free CSU College Nights to meet with campus representatives and learn about how to get ready for college. All events are free and open to any high school or community college student, returning student or adult learner. Parents, guardians, family members and educators are encouraged to attend and witness the start of your future with the CSU.
At a CSU College Night you will:
- Meet and make connections with representatives from all 23 CSU campuses.
- Learn how to best prepare for CSU freshman and transfer admissions
- Receive tips on completing your Cal State Apply application
- Discover available resources to help pay for college
- Take a picture with a CSU mascot or two!
Southern California
Tuesday, September 24
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Pasadena Convention Center
300 E. Green Street
Pasadena, CA 91101
Parking: TBA
Southern California
Monday, September 30
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The Westin San Diego Bayview
400 W Broadway
San Diego, CA 92101
Parking: TBA
Christian College Fairs Oct 14 & 15, 2024
Monday, October 14, 2024
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location:
Calvin Christian High School
2000 N Broadway
Escondido, California, 92026
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location:
Maranatha Christian School
9050 Maranatha Drive
San Diego, Ca 92127
Click HERE for more Info!
Cathedral Catholic HS College Fair - Oct 16, 2024
This event is open to the public.
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
6pm-8pm
Cathedral Catholic High School
Claver Center Gymnasium,
5555 Del Mar Heights Road
San Diego, CA 92130
There is no cost to attend this event.
PUSD Career & College Fair - Oct 17
Save the date!
October 17, 2024
6PM - 8PM
Rancho Bernardo High School
13010 Paseo Lucido,
San Diego, CA 92128
PUSD high school students (9-12th grade) are invited to the PUSD College & Career Fair featuring nearly 100 representatives from colleges, universities, trades, and military. A full list of attending institutions will be released as we get closer to the event. Check back for details at https://www.powayusd.com/apps/pages/2024-college-and-career-fair.
Cal-SOAP San Diego College Fair - Oct 23, 2024
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
6pm-8pm
San Diego, Mesa College,
7250 Mesa College Dr,
San Diego, CA 92111
Visit representatives from 80+ colleges and universities at our FREE event for high school students and families.
Discover Cal State San Marcos - Oct 26, 2024
Join us on Oct. 26 for Cal State San Marcos' annual fall open house event, Discover CSUSM. You'll have the chance to learn more about all we have to offer, including the resources and support we have available to ensure your success. You even have an opportunity for on-the-spot admission!
Our CSUSM staff will be on hand to answer questions about financial aid, the admissions process, opportunities to get involved on campus, scholarships and more.
We can't wait to meet you at Discover CSUSM from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Oct. 26!
Office of Recruitment & Outreach
California State University San Marcos
Community College Night Feb 4, 2025
Save the date for February 4, 2025 at 6:00pm for our Community College Information Night. Doors open at 5:30pm for a meet and greet with college reps. This is a great opportunity to meet with admissions representatives from community colleges across San Diego County and to learn more about local trade programs, transfer options, 2 year college degrees, the Promise Grant and so much more. Poway High and Rancho Bernardo High School are co-hosting this event at the Rancho Bernardo High School Performing Arts Center. We hope to see you there!
Doors open at 5:30pm and the presentations begin at 6:00pm.
Los Angeles Black College Expo - Feb 2025
2025 Los Angeles Black College Expo. HS Seniors, Juniors and even College Transfer Students meet one on one with 20+ HBCUs and a variety of other colleges and universities and get ACCEPTED and SCHOLARSHIPS right on the spot. Get Educational Resources. EVERYONE is Welcome...it’s for Students of ALL Ages...to read more about this event, click here.
SAVE THE DATE:
Saturday, February 1, 2025
10:00AM - 2:00PM
Location:
Calif St. Univ Dominguez Hills
W210A 1000 E. Victoria Street
Carson, CA 90747
Palomar Promise Program Information
The Palomar Promise program is a comprehensive student success program geared towards increasing the college-going and completion rates of first-time college students and helping to ensure their success. The Palomar Promise offers up to two years of free tuition (fall/spring), textbook assistance, and access to specialized academic and career planning with related support services to first-time college students who meet the eligibility requirements. Palomar Promise is funded using a combination of state, federal and local funding resources.
To view the Palomar Promise eligibility requirements click here.
WUE - Largest Regional Interstate Tuition Savings Program
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE), pronounced woo-wee, is an agreement among 160+ participating public colleges and universities that provide steep nonresident tuition savings for California students. Click here for the full list of participating WUE schools by downloading the PDF handout!
NACAC Virtual Fairs
CSAC/CALSOAP College Access Webinars
Multiple College Bound Webinars on Financial Aid, CSU's, UC's, Community College, Scholarships & More!
HBCU A Digital World Virtual College Fair
Harvard, Princeton, the University of Virginia, Wellesley, and Yale Virtual Info Session
You know our names, but find out more at our evening programs. Don't miss your opportunity to hear admissions officers from all five schools discuss the variety of opportunities one can find at our institutions. Learn about scholarships and our generous need-based financial aid offerings. We are committed to making education at our schools affordable, accessible, and unforgettable. Please join us.
Admissions Resources
- Harvard Office of Admissions
- Princeton Office of Admission
- UVA Office of Admission
- Wellesley Office of Admission
- Yale Office of Admission
Sunday, August 18 7:00PM (EST) 4:00PM (PST)
Sunday, September 8 7:00PM (EST) 4:00PM (PST)
Sunday, September 15 7:00PM (EST) 4:00PM (PST)
Sunday, October 6 7:00PM (EST) 4:00PM (PST)
Click HERE to Register and for More Info!
Coast to Coast College Tour
Dartmouth College, Northwestern University, Princeton University, University of California-Berkeley, and Vanderbilt University.
Fall 2024 Events Coming Soon
Exploring Educational Excellence Virtual Information Sessions
Five College Visits, One Local Stop
Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Rice, and University of Chicago
Fall 2024 Events Coming Soon
Discover Duke
Discover Duke events are admissions information sessions that typically last about sixty minutes. Duke admissions officers will provide an overview of the various academic and signature opportunities available and will share information about their application and financial aid processes. They ask that you register in advance.
If you are unable to attend an in-person Discover Duke program, you may also join them for Exploring College Options with Georgetown University, Harvard University, Stanford University, and the University of Pennsylvania.
Cornell University
Four Colleges, One Stop usually has virtual and in-person student events to speak with admission representatives. Continue to check back for upcoming events here. For now, check out their virtual visit below:
Rice University
Four Colleges, One Stop usually has virtual and in-person student events to speak with admission representatives. Continue to check back for upcoming events here. For now, check out their virtual visit below:
University of Chicago
Four Colleges, One Stop usually has virtual and in-person student events to speak with admission representatives. Continue to check back for upcoming events here. For now, check out their virtual visit below:
Find Your Dream School
Usually in Sept and Oct. Check back for Updates
Featuring representation from Vanderbilt University, The Julliard School, Arizona State University, University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, and more.
Register Here for the Zoom Link
sixcolleges.org
Usually in Sept and Oct. Check back for Updates
Majors, Minors, and More: The Academic Experience RSVP
Recorded Sessions: Watch here
Starting Your College Search Process
Junior Jumpstart
Navigating and Belonging: A Special Session for 1st Gen and Low-Income Students
Virtual Visit with Columbia University
Four Colleges, One Stop usually has virtual and in-person student events to speak with admission representatives. Continue to check back for upcoming events here. For now, check out their virtual visit below:
The Northwest 5 Colleges Consortium
VIRTUAL VISITS
For an in-depth look at each of our institutions, register today for our individual information sessions:
- Lewis & Clark College – Portland, OR
- Reed College – Portland, OR
- University of Puget Sound – Tacoma, WA
- Whitman College – Walla Walla, WA
- Willamette University – Salem, OR
Adventist Colleges and Universities
WACAC Virtual College Fair Recordings
Missed a college fair? Watch recordings from over 150 colleges & universities from the 2021 WACAC Virtual College Fair at https://www.strivescan.com/wacac/.
Poway High Counseling
Email: jbrown@powayusd.com
Website: www.powayusd.com/phs
Location: 15500 Espola Road, Poway, CA, USA
Phone: 858-748-0245