I’m excited to be hosted by UB CoLab this year. Our workshop will take place in their UB Student Union offices, allowing students to get a taste of college life.

Afterward, there will be an optional meeting for parents from 1 to 2 p.m., featuring Melissa Cook from Test Preps and Andy Leardini from College Financing Group. They’ll answer specific questions about ACT/SAT prep, financial aid, and FAFSA and CSS form completion.

About the workshop:

Anxiety and misinformation surround the college admissions process. This warm and welcoming workshop will decrease stress and empower students! They will learn how to make the most of the next year (or two) of high school and optimize their college admissions outcomes. 

Here’s what we’ll do: 

• Discover the ten things you can do NOW as a rising sophomore or junior to get a jump-start on the college search and admissions process…and make an action plan 

• Learn how to research colleges, plan virtual and in-person visits, and talk to college reps 

• Dispel myths about financial aid and scholarships, and learn how to understand what college actually costs 

• Learn about the differences between the SAT and the ACT, and figure out when the best time is for you to take them 

• Explore possible majors and careers through helpful assessment tools 

• Discover summer internships, immersive academic experiences, career shadowing and volunteer programs that will help your application stand out (and – more importantly –  help you discover more about yourself and your interests) 

• Get clear, factual information about the college athletics recruiting process

• Learn about music auditions and visual art portfolio submission

• Discuss what makes a good college essay and when to start writing one  

Students will leave the workshop with a practical to-do list, accurate information, and increased confidence. 

Ticket Cost: $100 (spots are limited for this workshop)