College Office Programs

 

  • Looking Ahead to College offered in the Fall of 9th grade introduces students and parents to the various facets of the college selection process and provides guidance to younger students as to how they can develop greater personal awareness as to their strengths and interests through participation in summer programs and school activities.

     

  • An Introduction to College Planning held in mid-winter launches 11th grade families on their college search. The range of college-planning activities offered by the college office is described in depth at this meeting.

     

  • Future Planning Seminars are designed to assist 11th grade students in addressing the various components of college selection. The importance of decision-making, becoming informed about college options, learning how to use various resources and understanding the details related to the college selection process are among the topics covered.

     

  • Parent Coffees -  a series of meetings in the spring of 11th grade enables parents to meet informally with the college counselors to discuss topics of interest.

     

  • College Fair at UNIS is held each spring for 11th grade students and parents. This event attracts admissions representatives from 150 colleges in the U.S., Canada and U.K.

     

  • The Interview Workshop led by an admission professional conducting mock interviews provides students the chance to learn about this important aspect of the admissions process.

     

  • Breakfast with Admissions provides a chance for 12th grade students and parents to gain practical information about the college process through small group workshops conducted by admissions officers on application options and writing the college essay. Participants also review actual applications and partake in a simulation of an admissions committee.

     

  • Individual College Visits to UNIS give seniors the opportunity to meet college representatives face to face in small group settings and gain direct information about colleges of interest to them. Each Fall, 60-80 colleges schedule visit UNIS.

     

  • Financial Aid Information Program for 12th grade families provides guidance on the process of the various types of aid and how to apply.

     

  • Senior Seminars throughout 11th and 12th grade deal with transition issues such money management, sexual orientation, health and wellness, diversity on campus, time management, campus safety, relationships and leaving home. Guest speakers are brought in to address these various topics.

     

  • Letting Go (May) – This program provides insight for parents on various transition topics