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Davidson Admission Intensive Workshops

6/27/2024 to 8/1/2024

Virtual

Join the Davidson admission team for a workshop series designed to help families navigate the college search and application journey.

All sessions are free and held virtually. Their goal is to provide information in a broad scope that will serve participants regardless of where they apply. Sessions are held live with Davidson Admission staff - bring your questions! Sessions are not recorded.

Summer Admission Intensives Schedule
These sessions will all be held at 3 p.m. EDT.

College Application Basics
Tuesday, July 9, REGISTER
Intended Audience: High School Juniors & Seniors, Parents & Mentors

In this session we cover the fundamentals of applying to college. Discussion topics include: types of applications, application timelines, common application materials, and additional resources.

Finding Fit & Crafting a College List
Thursday, July 11, REGISTER
Intended Audience: High School Juniors & Seniors, Parents & Mentors

Join for a discussion on how you can get to know colleges and begin the process of selecting the ones to which you'll apply. We'll provide tangible tips on how to identify important factors and characteristics of your ideal college, so you can ultimately find the places that best suit you to embark on your college journey.

College Essay Writing 101
Tuesday, July 16, REGISTER
Intended Audience: High School Juniors & Seniors, Parents & Mentors

Learn the who, what, and why of college admission essays along with tips for putting your best foot forward in writing. This session is a prerequisite for the Essay Writing 201 session.

College Essay Writing 201
Thursday, July 18, REGISTER
Intended Audience: High School Seniors, Parents & Mentors

This session is intended for seniors and continues the conversation from Essay Writing 101. However, this session will welcome you to participate in guided brainstorming and writing exercises that give you a chance to dig deeper into the writing process.

Leveraging Your Activities and Supplemental Materials
Tuesday, July 23, REGISTER
Intended Audience: High School Seniors, Parents & Mentors

Colleges want to learn about the meaningful ways you spend time. This session will help you learn how to be your own best advocate, and share details about your extracurricular involvements and formative experiences. Conversation topics will include the Activities List, Letters of Recommendation, and other supplemental application materials.

Financial Aid Basics
Thursday, July 25, REGISTER
Intended Audience: High School Juniors & Seniors, Parents & Mentors

This session will cover the process of how to apply for financial aid with topics including: eligibility, necessary documents, cost-determination, common terms, and more.

Pursuing Athletics in College
Tuesday, July 30, REGISTER
Intended Audience: High School Juniors & Seniors, Parents & Mentors

Playing a sport in college can be a more complicated process than many people think. Bring your questions, and come learn from college staff members and coaches about the process of NCAA/NAIA recruitment.

It Takes a Village: Finding Your Support Network in College
Thursday, August 1, REGISTER
Intended Audience: High School Juniors & Seniors, Parents & Mentors

Finding the right college is a task that is difficult enough. However, it's also important to consider how a college will support you once you enroll. Join this session to learn more about the counseling and resources that can be found on college campuses to help students find success.

Attending High School Outside of the United States?
Join us for these additional sessions crafted specifically for you.

These sessions will all be held at 9 a.m. EDT.

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