Air Force Academy Updates and Summer Opportunities

The Nomination Process To be eligible to accept an offer of appointment to the Academy, applicants must be nominated by a legally authorized nominating entity. The process of securing a nomination is competitive and lengthy. It is recommended that students begin applying for a nomination at the same time that they are completing their Pre-Candidate Questionnaire. Read more about Nominations to determine the categories for which your students are eligible, then they should contact their appropriate nominating authority to make their request. Students should request a nomination in all categories for which they are eligible, and do so as early as possible. The deadlines of nominating sources vary and could be as soon as early September. Regardless of when they initiate their process, nomination's must be received by the Academy no later than January 31. As a reminder, the application processes and deadlines are separate for the nominations processes and deadlines.

During a Student's Junior Year Junior year is when the application process to the Academy truly begins. Students will start by filling out the Pre-Candidate Questionnaire, which becomes available online March 1 every year and starts the application process. Between March 1 of their junior year and December 31 of their senior year, they must submit a completed Pre-Candidate Questionnaire. When a student is ready to begin the application, they can visit the Pre-Candidate Questionnaire online. Between March 1 of their junior year and December 31 of their senior year, they must also request nominations from their state’s congressional representative(s) or other designated nominators. NOTE: As with any top university, competition for admission to the Academy is extremely high. In addition to applying to the Academy, their college application strategy should include a backup plan. To pursue an interest in the Air Force, they may also wish to request and submit an application for Air Force ROTC.

Who do Students Talk to? On select dates throughout the year, representatives from the United States Air Force Academy participate in college fairs, visit high schools or speak at community centers across the nation. These events are great opportunities to learn more about what the Academy has to offer. The majority of our events are held in the fall and spring, with fewer events in the summer months. To learn more about the Academy, check for an event that may be convenient to you. The United States Air Force Academy strives to create a highly qualified and truly diverse cadet wing at the Academy each year. We are looking to expand our applicant pool across individual characteristics defined by our diversity definition, that include: Personal life experiences, including having overcome adversity by personal efforts Geographic background, such as region, rural, suburban, urban Socioeconomic and educational background, such as academic excellence and/or whether an individual would be a first generation college student Cultural knowledge and language abilities, with particular emphasis on cultures and languages of strategic importance to the Air Force Work background, including prior enlisted service Physical abilities, including athletic prowess Age, though applicants must be within statutory parameters for academy attendance If you come from a diverse background in terms of race, ethnicity, or gender, or if your background includes diverse experiences, knowledge or abilities, if they seek an education that is on par with highly selective colleges and universities, and have a desire to service, please consider the United States Air Force Academy and become familiar with our application process and admissions requirements. One of our admissions goals is to ensure that students are aware of the opportunities at your United States Air Force Academy.  USAFA Admissions hires newly graduated USAF officers responsible to admissions, outreach and mentoring activities. These admissions advisors are dedicated to spreading the word about their Academy experience, education and the opportunities afforded by the United States Air Force Academy.

Summer Programs Summer Seminar: Summer Seminar offers a unique opportunity to experience the Air Force Academy first-hand. It is specially designed for high school juniors heading into their senior year to get a realistic perspective of cadet life. Students will live in the dormitories, eat at the Academy’s dining facility, explore the various academic/military programs and courses that the Academy has to offer, and participate in a variety of different physical fitness activities (to include a practice CFA). The application is open from 1 December 2015 to 15 January 2016, and it is free to apply. There are two sessions: 12-17 June 2016 and 19-24 June 2016. Student may apply here. STEM Engineering and Construction Camp: This camp is designed to provide high school students with a world-class experience in STEM skills following a "Build the Design" model. This one week program is supervised and led by engineers and located at the U.S. Air Force Academy. The program runs from 7-13 July 2016. Learn more information or apply now. Summer Sports Camps: We offer Summer Falcon Sports Camps for student 8 to 18 who want to participate in numerous sports and are led by our very own head coaches! Click here for additional information.

Campus Tours If you have students who are interested in pursuing an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy and plan to visit the campus, they may wish to participate in an escorted tour and admissions briefing. Offered during the academic year to middle school, high school, and post-high school students, tours can help individuals gain a deeper understanding of the AF Academy environment. Escorted tours are conducted Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays during the academic year. Generally starting the first week of September through mid-May, we require reservations 14 days in advance. We also offer Game Day tours. After the tour participants will be allowed to purchase discounted tickets to cheer on our AF Falcons for football, hockey, and men’s and women’s basketball. For more on available dates for both tours, please go here or call 1-800-443-3864.

​ www.academyadmissions.com

VCU Update

Update from Virginia Commonwealth University:

Application Time

It's that time of year again! As our admissions counselors return from the road, we are excited to start reviewing applications. VCU is a member of the Common Application and offers rolling admissions with a January 15 regular decision deadline. Students who wish to be reviewed and have a decision made on their application by April 1, must complete and have all materials submitted by the deadline. 

In addition to the Common Application, students must submit official high school transcripts; at least one letter of recommendation; the Common Application essay and the VCU writing supplements. Additional materials may be required for applicants to the VCU School of the Arts. 

As a reminder, applicants may request a score optional review if they have at least a 3.3 GPA. Exceptions include students who wish to be considered for merit-based scholarships, applicants to the School of Engineering, the VCU Honors College and home-schooled students. 

 

Campus Life

As students hit submit on their Common Application, the next questions they usually have are about campus life and what their day-to-day experiences will be like at VCU. After finding the school that will help achieve all their academic and career goals, they start to think about the school that will be the best fit.

VCU has a lot to offer students and our goal is to make sure that we engage them inside and outside the classroom. We guarantee housing for all new freshmen as long as they submit the housing application by the June 30 deadline. Also, with over 500 clubs and organizations, there's something for everyone on campus! New students can discover more about them at the annual SOVO (Student Organization and Volunteer Opportunities) fair.

We also have numerous service learning projects and encourage students to discover and foster their own voice though the Service Learning Advisory Council. Learn more about what VCU students are doing in their own words here.

 

Visit US

Now is a great time to visit campus for one of our regularly scheduled tours. Remind students that in addition to taking a tour of campus, they can also sign up for a departmental information session. Times and locations can be found on our website. Students can also plan on visiting campus on February 20 for our Open House. It is never too early for juniors, sophomores and motivated freshmen to take a look at the exciting opportunities we have to offer. It is also a great chance for seniors to visit if their fall schedule prevented them from doing so. We also will be hosting on- and off-campus events in the spring for admitted students. 

Do you have a group of students that you would like to bring to campus? We'd love to have your group schedule a visit to VCU. You can find our group visit request form online.

Remember to also send us your spring college fair invitations. With fall travel coming to a close, we have our eye on the spring schedule and are excited to be represented at your school! Invitations can be sent to ugrad@vcu.edu or by mail to P.O. Box 842526, Richmond, VA 23284.

 

Pratt Summer Program

Earn college credits and develop your portfolio with courses in Architecture, Art, Design, Fashion, Creative Writing and more!

Classes begin on July 5, 2016.

Register online at www.pratt.edu/precollege

Meredith College Leadership Conference for High School Women

 The Meredith College Office of Student Leadership and Service, in conjunction with the Office of Admissions, cordially invites you to participate in a free conference for high school juniors to develop and sharpen your leadership skills. Please be mindful that this event is limited to only 250 participants, so registration is required for this event. We look forward to having you on campus!

More info HERE.

CFNC Student Financial Aid for North Carolinians

The Student Financial Aid for North Carolinians booklet contains information about a wide range of financial aid opportunities available to the residents of NC. It is available online at CFNC.org/fabook.

UNC Update

Students who applied Early Action can look forward to receiving their decision by the end of January by visiting their Carolina Connect Student Center. In the meantime, students should check their account regularly for the status of their application, including any missing items. 

Students who have not yet applied have one more chance; January 15 is the final deadline to apply! (Students must visit the Common App website to apply.)

Students have until March 1 to apply for financial aid, but we encourage them to apply sooner. Students don't have to wait for admission in order to apply for aid.

Young Elites

We are closing in on the start of our registration session opening for the 2016 Young Elites Leadership Summit!! This year’s Summit will be hosted at Davidson Day School from June 13-17, 2016.

We are inviting all high school girls to apply! Registration will OPEN on January 4th at our website—youngelites.org. 

Applicants should fill out the online registration form, submit 1 letter of recommendation and sign the 2 waivers on the website. These instructions will be on the Summit registration page starting January 4th. 

Girls who are eligible to apply to the 2016 Summit: 

• Class of 2020 (Rising 9th graders)
• Class of 2019 (Rising 10th graders)
• Class of 2018 (Rising 11th graders)
• Class of 2017 (Rising 12th graders)
• Class of 2016 

Many of our Summit participants are accepted in this early decision application session. We want to make sure you can get your completed application packet in to us as early as possible. This is a first come, first serve application process. All girls who are accepted to this year’s Summit will receive a full-scholarship to the 2016 Young Elites Leadership Summit. 

Common Application Mobile App

Click HERE to learn more.

The Experiment

Applications for The Experiment in International Living's fully funded Leadership Institute programs are due on January 20, 2016. Many students complete applications over the holidays, so now is a good time to get started!

Qualified high school students who are current juniors may apply for a full scholarship to The Experiment's Leadership Institute programs in India with a focus on Global Health, or South Africa with a focus on Peace, Politics, and Human Rights for students deeply interested in intercultural leadership, global issues, and civic engagement. 
Applicants must apply online and submit a complete application, essays, two (2) references from two different adult teachers, mentors, or coaches, and other relevant materials  by January 20 at 5:00 PM.  Applicants must:

• Be rising seniors who are at least 16 years old but not more than 18 years old at the time of the program;
• Have a high school graduation year of 2017;
• Demonstrate strong academic performance and/or leadership experience;
• Obtain a passport valid through at least February 2017
• Because this is a leadership program, we especially seek applicants who can take initiative through the application process; we discourage parent involvement in the initial stages.

This summer 2016, The Experiment will again offer our second year of these fully-funded, six-week programs, including:

• Four-day pre-program Leadership Seminar in Washington, DC;
• Re-entry sessions in Brattleboro, Vermont at the SIT campus;
• Post-program project implemented in the home community.
• These programs are fully funded for accepted participants. (There is no program fee, and international and domestic travel costs, including flights, are covered for students living in the U.S.)

Also, we still offer need-based financial aid for our other summer 2016 programs and strive to find diverse, dynamic participants! Questions? Please contact us at 1 800 345-2929 or at experiment@worldlearning.org.

2016 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program

This national program awards scholarships to high school seniors who embody the characteristics of President Ronald Reagan at school, in the community, in the workplace and at home.

LEADERSHIP

DRIVE

INTEGRITY

CITIZENSHIP

Recipients receive $10,000 renewable scholarships -- up to $40,000 per student.

Apply online HERE.

Open House Reminder

Johnson C. Smith University is hosting a free open house on Saturday December 5, 2015 for prospective students, parents, counselors and alumni. You and your family will have an opportunity to explore our historic campus, learn more about attending JCSU, and can even take advantage of the mild weather to enjoy the Southern Hospitality and thriving urban environment of downtown Charlotte. Don't miss this opportunity to begin your journey at JCSU!

Johnson C. Smith University is an independent urban university with a growing reputation for integrating the liberal arts with business, science and technology in innovative, socially conscious ways to empower tomorrow's global entrepreneurs, citizens, and leaders. Our open house welcomes future students to JCSU to meet our diverse international family of students, alumni, faculty, and staff, and to find out why our institution offers one of the best values in higher education.

Applicants are highly encouraged to bring the following:

• Official High School Transcripts
• Official SAT and/or ACT Scores

Admission Counselors will be available to make on-site admission decisions. Accepted students are encouraged to bring housing forms and housing and matriculation fees. (Housing $150.00/ Matriculation $100.00)

Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m., and the program will end at 2:30 p.m. R.S.V.P. Today!

Duke Summer Applications - Open Today!

Apply TODAY for an Unforgettable Duke Summer!

We are accepting applications starting TODAY for your unforgettable summer at Duke University!  We invite you to the Duke Summer College for High School Students (grades 10 & 11) to earn academic credit, or Duke Summer Academy for High School Students  (grades 9-12) to enroll in personal enrichment classes with a global perspective. Make friends from all over the globe as you learn in a classroom environment that is intimate enough to gain the individual attention you need to thrive.

We encourage you to apply online or on paper today as spaces fill quickly!

Catawba College Scholarship

The West Teaching Scholarship at the Catawba College Academy for Teaching is a yearly award of $2,500 in addition to any other academic scholarships for which the student is eligible. The Academy provides a wealth of experiences including early field experiences, excursions and professional networking.  We currently have 28 West Teaching Scholars across four cohorts!  Interested students may apply online or contact us to discuss this scholarship.  

The West Teaching Scholars application is located at the following link:

www.catawba.edu/academyforteaching

 

SunTrust Sweepstakes

Enter the SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes

~ Thirty $500 scholarships awarded
~ Open to current high school seniors and undergraduate college students
~ Free to enter and not based on GPA or financial need
~ Enter online or by mail once every two weeks
~ Two winners randomly chosen every two weeks until May 13, 2016

suntrusteducation.com/scholarshipsweepstakes

Free Book

Get your free copy of "Acing the Public University HERE.

Shared Grief

Do you know a student grieving the loss of a loved one? Today an exciting new resource is being launched with the goal of letting grieving children know that they are not alone: www.sharedgrief.org. The Shared Grief Project showcases the stories of celebrities and high-profile athletes who experienced loss growing up.

University of Houston - College of Engineering

Click HERE to learn more about your future as a UH Engineering student in the city of Houston, the energy capital of the world.

Grove City College

Grove City College is exceeding expectations, according to Christian Universities Online, which ranked the College number 14 on its list of top colleges that exceed their predicted graduation rate.

The website’s “Top 50 Christian Colleges and Universities Exceeding Expectations 2016” list highlights “schools which have proven to go above and beyond when it comes to students’ academic achievements.” The key factor, Christian Universities Online determined, was expected vs. actual graduation rates. Schools on the list significantly surpassed their predicted graduation rates.

Grove City’s 83 percent graduation rate is 10 percent higher than its predicted rate.

“Grove City College has a long history of admitting great students. It is rewarding when external organizations recognize our exceptional success in supporting these students through to graduation,” said Dr. Robert Graham, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Grove City College is nationally ranked as a top liberal arts and sciences school by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review. It’s also recognized as one of America’s leading Christian colleges and a top value by Money magazine and Forbes. For more on the College, visit www.gcc.edu/howwerank or www.gcc.edu/futurestudents.

Learn more about Grove City on their blog: https://blogs.gcc.edu/admissions/

Reminders from the NCAA

Student Athletes:

NEW SAT FORMAT: If a student-athlete takes the current SAT before March 2016 and then takes the redesigned SAT at a later date, the NCAA Eligibility Center will not combine section scores from the current and redesigned SAT when determining the student-athlete's initial eligibility. The NCAA Eligibility Center will only combine section scores from the same version of the test. Because the redesigned SAT varies in design and measures different academic concepts than the current SAT, a numerical score on the current test may not be equivalent to the same numerical score on the redesigned test.

NEW TUTORIALS AVAILABLE: The NCAA Eligibility Center has revamped many of its video and pdf tutorials. These tutorials are designed to help high school administrators navigate through the High School Portal, including how to submit fee waivers, how to navigate high school tasks, managing your school's core-course list, how to upload transcripts, how to check the receipt of test scores and transcripts, and many additional helpful tools. You can access these resources on the High School Portal Resources page.

Click HERE to view The 2015-2016 Guide for the College Bound Athlete.

Georgia Tech Update

~ This fall, we received over 14,200 applications for our Early Action round. This is a record number of applications for Georgia Tech and over 3,000 more than we received last year. 

Early Action decisions will be released via MyDecision on Saturday, January 9, 2016. 
  
~ We make strategic investments in supporting students all around campus and are very proud to announce our first-year retention rate this year is 97%.  

~ Check out our admission blog, which we created to provide candid insight into the college admission process.

 

Duke's Summer Youth Programs

Get ready for another summer of Duke Youth Programs!

Duke Youth Programs is a part of Duke University Continuing Studies and has provided summer academic enrichment for academically motivated youth for over 30 years. Each summer approximately 650 youth from around the nation and world, representing some 22 states and 5 different countries, attend one of our summer programs.

Our camps open for registration on December 1st! We offer 13 different programs for students from grades 6-11. All programs seek to engage learners in innovative, interactive, transformative learning experiences. Co-curricular social and recreational activities are carefully planned and delivered to complement the instructional day. The camp “learning community” approaches learning as a shared responsibility among students, instructors, and counselors.

For more information on how to register for our programs, please visit our website at www.learnmore.duke.edu/youth. You can also contact our office by sending an email to youth@duke.edu or giving us a call at (919) 684-2827

Johnson C. Smith University Open House

Johnson C. Smith University is hosting a free open house on Saturday December 5, 2015 for prospective students, parents, counselors and alumni. You and your family will have an opportunity to explore our historic campus, learn more about attending JCSU, and can even take advantage of the mild weather to enjoy the Southern Hospitality and thriving urban environment of downtown Charlotte. Don't miss this opportunity to begin your journey at JCSU!

Johnson C. Smith University is an independent urban university with a growing reputation for integrating the liberal arts with business, science and technology in innovative, socially conscious ways to empower tomorrow's global entrepreneurs, citizens, and leaders. Our open house welcomes future students to JCSU to meet our diverse international family of students, alumni, faculty, and staff, and to find out why our institution offers one of the best values in higher education.

Applicants are highly encouraged to bring the following:

• Official High School Transcripts
• Official SAT and/or ACT Scores

Admission Counselors will be available to make on-site admission decisions. Accepted students are encouraged to bring housing forms and housing and matriculation fees. (Housing $150.00/ Matriculation $100.00)

Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m., and the program will end at 2:30 p.m. R.S.V.P. Today! 

When & Where

December 5, 2015
Event 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Registration begins at 9:30 am

New Science Center, JCSU campus
100 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28216

Student Athlete Scholarship Opportunity

The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. In order to do our part we are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in.

Learn more at http://www.bigsunathletics.com/

Coalition for Access and Affordability

An unprecedented coalition of diverse public and private colleges and universities is coming together to improve the college admission application process for all students. The Coalition is developing a free platform of online tools to streamline the experience of applying to college. The initial iteration of the platform will be available to freshmen, sophomores, and juniors in high school beginning in April 2016.

UNC, Duke, NC State, Davidson and Clemson are among the schools that have joined The Coalition.

Learn more at http://www.coalitionforcollegeaccess.org/. 


More info HERE.

Updates from USC

We're stuffing our famous Gamecock "Yes!" envelopes and starting to mail some of our Early Answer decisions. Don't be surprised if some of your students hear earlier than expected. The early notification may concern some of your students, but tell them not to panic. All students who apply and submit required credentials by established deadlines will hear from us by our notification dates. This means

students who applied and submitted all required credentials by the October 15 Early Answer Deadline will receive notification no later than the week of December 14. 

Want to know what the Director, Mary Wagner, is thinking about this year's admission cycle? Check out her blog for updates on the application process.

Standardized Tests

Although the Early Answer Deadline has passed, October SAT and ACT scores may still be considered for early answer applicants in cases where the student requested USC Columbia as a score recipient at the time of registration. This includes SAT and ACT scores impacted by recent score reporting delays. Scores received by February 1 will be considered for admission and scholarship consideration. December is the last month in which a student can take the SAT or ACT and have scores arrive on time. 

Come Visit!

Students who choose USC cite the campus tour as the most impactful experience leading to their decision. Nothing beats a campus visit to help students and families get a feel for the campus. While encouraging your students to visit USC, why not consider visiting yourself? High school counselors and independent consultants may contact our Visitor Center at (800) 922-9755 to schedule a visit for themselves. After registering, Suzanne Cruea, Assistant Director for Counselor Outreach, will reach out to you about personlizing your campus experience. Can't get here right away? Our virtual tour is a great place to start.

Find Your Representative

We have representatives in South Carolina and across the country. Connect with yours.  

 

PSA Contest

Students in grades 6–12 are encouraged to create a public service announcement (PSA) for the 2016 Drive2Life Contest to help prevent distracted walking.

Prizes include:
One Grand Prize student winner will receive $1,000 and a trip to New York City to work with an Emmy-winning director to turn his or her vision into a 30-second PSA. Plus, the winner will be featured on the nationally broadcast TV show Teen Kids News and in select Scholastic magazines.

Four student runners-up (two from grades 6–8 and two from grades 9–12) will each receive $500.

The teacher of each student winner will receive a one-year subscription to a Scholastic magazine.

Go to scholastic.com/drive2life for free lessons on pedestrian safety and creating a PSA.

See Official Rules.

 

Wake Forest Summer Immersion

Get a better view of tomorrow. Right now. APPLY TODAY!

This is your opportunity to take a deep dive into a specific career field with access to 
world-class faculty, researchers, and industry professionals. 

The 2016 Wake Forest University Summer Immersion Program offers a select number of rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors the chance to test drive a career path or field of study. Gain exposure to cutting edge-technology and absorb valuable perspective from industry leaders - all in one week. 

This program is offered by Wake Forest University Charlotte Center as a nonresidential program and on the Wake Forest Reynolda campus in Winston-Salem as a residential program. We are currently accepting applications for the six specifically designed institutes: 

Business & Entrepreneurship Institute (June 13-17 & July 18-22 in Charlotte)
(June 20-24 & July 11-15 in Winston-Salem)
Law Institute(June 27-July 1 & July 18-22 in Charlotte)
Leadership Institute (June 20-24 & July 25-29 in Charlotte)
Medicine Institute 
(June 13-17 & July 18-22 in Charlotte)(June 20-24 & July 11-15 in Winston-Salem) 
Sports Marketing Institute(July 11-15 & July 25-29 in Charlotte)
Technology Institute(June 20-24 & August 1-5 in Charlotte)

To apply today, or for more information, please visit go.wfu.edu/sip. A limited number of need-based scholarships are available for those who qualify.

Parenting Article

Click the link below to read more about pointing our children toward Heaven...

http://www.desiringgod.org/articles/parents-you-can-t-build-heaven-here

East Carolina's Multicultural Appreciation Day Experience

From the admissions office at ECU:

At East Carolina University, we know that choosing a university is about more than just what a student wants to study or what job they want when they graduate. It is about where they will live, who will teach them, and who they will learn with. We want all students to feel at home here. And the best way to get started is to visit.

We would like your students to join us for MADE at ECU. This Multicultural Appreciation Day Experience will give them the opportunity discover East Carolina University. MADE at ECU offers the chance to learn about the admissions and financial aid processes, the student experience, and the variety of majors offered at ECU.

We invite you to experience East Carolina for yourself. Register for MADE at ECU and explore what it means to be a part of Pirate Nation. 

UNC Asheville Prospective Student Reception

The Office of Admissions would like to invite you to our Prospective Student Reception on the evening of:   Thursday, November 5th  6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.   Hilton Charlotte University Place 8629 JM Keynes Drive Charlotte, NC  28262 Phone:  704.547.7444   Hilton Charlotte University Place     Please RSVP to Brittany Privott bprivott@unca.edu or 828.255.7205 by October 29th    We look forward to seeing you in Charlotte!     GO BULLDOGS!

Duke Summer Program

Dear Students,

Have the summer of your life while preparing for the sophisticated, vibrant and life-altering educational experience that is college!

If you are currently in grade 10 or 11, spend your summer Duke Summer College for High School Students!  Get ahead this summer and earn college credit with academically-motivated students from around the world.

Or you might choose to spend your summer at Duke Summer Academy for High School Students if you are currently in grades 9-12!  This program for personal enrichment offers courses with a global perspective.

We will begin taking applications on December 1, 2015.

Sincerely,

Nicki Charles, Ed.D.
Duke University
Director of Summer College and Summer Academy for High School Students
nicki.charles@duke.edu

Martha Guy Summer Institute for Future Business Leaders

The “best” summer opportunity awaits current high school juniors on the campus of Appalachian State University.  The Martha Guy Summer Institute for Future Business Leaders (MGSI) has a solid, 12-year history of inspiring students through exploration of the business world, and we are now accepting applications for our 2016 Cohort.

Unique aspects of MGSI:

• Unlike most summer opportunities, MGSI combines a residential experience with out of state travel.  Following two weeks on campus at Appalachian State University, the program concludes with a week of travel to various business and cultural/entertainment sites.
• Each MGSI class is small. Twenty-four students are selected. The group size provides a much more intimate, personal experience for each participant.
• It is quite affordable considering the extensive travel, excursions and activities; tuition is $1,500 plus a meal plan fee of $325. **Need-based scholarships are available to qualified applicants.

Which students are well suited for MGSI?

• We are seeking students who have a sincere interest in business as a college major and demonstrate leadership potential.  Some candidates have an entrepreneurial spirit, or have unique or extensive part-time work experience.   Also consider your most competitive students among under-represented groups and populations.  Interested students should demonstrate academic achievement. 
• Students who embrace and appreciate new people, opportunities and experiences are ideal for MGSI.  They should also be well-prepared to be away from home and able to manage a demanding schedule.
• Application deadline is February 26^th 2016
  
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Perry Outreach Program

We’re very excited to announce an upcoming Perry Outreach Program on Saturday, February 6 at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC. The Perry Outreach Program is a free, one-day, hands-on experience for high school and college-aged women who are interested in pursuing careers in medicine and engineering. Students will hear from women leaders in these fields and try it for themselves by performing mock orthopaedic surgeries and biomechanics experiments.

We are now seeking applicants for our Charlotte, NC program. Participants should be women in grades 10 and up with an expressed interest in science, medicine and/or engineering. 

Additional information can be found on our website: www.perryinitiative.org

The application may be accessed directly using the following link: http://perryinitiative.org/programs/student-online-application/

FREE SAT/ACT Combo Practice Test

On November 14, 2015, there will be a Free SAT/ACT Combo Practice Test held by Kaplan Test Prep to help students decide between the New SAT or ACT. The practice test will be held at  Kaplan College, Charlotte NC.  10 am - 2pm.   Please visit kaptest.com/satvsact to sign up today. 

Prudential Spirit of Community Award

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program is the United States' largest youth recognition program based exclusively on volunteer community service. The program was created in 1995 by Prudential in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) to honor middle level and high school students for outstanding service to others at the local, state, and national level.

The program's goals are to applaud young people who already are making a positive difference in their towns and neighborhoods, and to inspire others to think about how they might contribute to their communities. Over the past 20 years, more than 115,000 young people have been officially recognized for their volunteer efforts.


Learn more and complete an application at spirit.prudential.com . 

Ronald McDonald House Scholarship

Students across the country work hard to earn top marks, dreaming of the college they'll attend and the education they'll receive. Unfortunately, many of these students won’t be able to afford it.
We want these students to reach their full potential. To help them accomplish this, our network of U.S. Chapters, along with the global office of RMHC, offer scholarships to students in financial need who have demonstrated academic achievement, leadership and community involvement. Since 1985, more than $56 million in scholarships have been awarded.

HOW TO APPLY:
Beginning October 1, 2015, students may apply online HERE. Graduating high school seniors may only apply for one of the four scholarships. The deadline for the 2016 academic year is January 20, 2016 at 11:59 PM Central Time Zone, and all mailed back-up documents must be postmarked by the same date. Applicants will be notified of scholarship award status by June 30, 2016.


For more information, please visit www.rmhc.org.

  

Open House Opportunities

There are so many open house and campus visit opportunities happening this fall! Click the name of the school below to learn more, or do an online search to see if the schools you are interested in are holding a similar event. The best way to discover if a school is a good fit for you is to visit their campus!

Gardner-Webb
UNC Charlotte
Liberty University
High Point University (click "Search" on the webpage)
Queens University

CFNC - Admission and Financial Aid Assistance

Financial aid and admissions volunteers from all around the state will be available to take telephone calls from students, parents, school counselors, or anyone needing information on navigating the college planning and paying process.

Tuesday, October 13, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. financial aid and college admissions professionals will take calls and provide information on college admissions and financial aid to help students and parents understand the process and access resources needed to plan, apply, and pay for education beyond high school.

The call numbers are as follows:     

             

 919-744-3861 – English speaking callers

                                                                          

 919-744-3869 – Spanish speaking callers

 

Cedarville University

Apply to Cedarville by November 1st and the application fee will be waived! No essays to write either!

Music students:

Cedarville offers generous scholarships for music majors!

Our Soli Deo Gloria music scholarships range up to $6,000 per year and can be combined with the University’s other generous academic and need-based scholarships. We are committed to honoring students' musical accomplishments and making their Cedarville education as affordable as possible.

Music scholarships are awarded based on a faculty audition to students who plan to major in music. To receive priority consideration and an early decision, students should register for the fall audition on Friday, November 20!

Visit cedarville.edu/music2016 to learn more.

 

UNG National Leadership Weekend

Junior and Senior Students:

The National Leadership Challenge (NLC) Weekend will be Nov 13-15th at The UNG Military College of Georgia. 

The weekend is run on our Dahlonega Campus and at Camp Frank D Merrill (mountain phase of Army Ranger school). Students will get to rappel down a rock face, construct a rope bridge across a rushing mountain stream, negotiate a tough leadership reaction course, and more … all for $115. A bonus is that you will be mentored by our Cadets, and will learn a lot about life and academics at our senior military college.\

Register today! 

http://ung.edu/military-college-admissions/visit/nlc.php

 

Experiment in International Living

Qualified high school students who are current juniors may apply for a full scholarship to The Experiment's Leadership Institute programs in India with a focus on Global Health, or South Africa with a focus on Peace, Politics, and Human Rights for students deeply interested in intercultural leadership, global issues, and civic engagement. 

Applicants must apply online and submit a complete application, essays, two (2) references from two different adult teachers, mentors, or coaches, and other relevant materials  by January 20 at 5:00 PM.  

Applicants must:

• Be rising seniors who are at least 16 years old but not more than 18 years old at the time of the program;
• Have a high school graduation year of 2017;
• Demonstrate strong academic performance and/or leadership experience;
• Obtain a passport valid through at least February 2017
• Because this is a leadership program, we especially seek applicants who can take initiative through the application process; we discourage parent involvement in the initial stages.

This summer 2016, The Experiment will again offer our second year of these fully-funded, six-week programs, including:

• Four-day pre-program Leadership Seminar in Washington, DC;
• Re-entry sessions in Brattleboro, Vermont at the SIT campus;
• Post-program project implemented in the home community.
• These programs are fully funded for accepted participants. (There is no program fee, and international and domestic travel costs, including flights, are covered for students living in the U.S.)

Also, we still offer need-based financial aid for our other summer 2016 programs and strive to find diverse, dynamic participants! Questions? Please contact us at 1 800 345-2929 or at experiment@worldlearning.org.