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This Week: College Help, Scholarship Advice at Mercer Island Library
Programs designed to help local high school seniors get ready for college, the "Life After High School" Series runs this in October at the Mercer Island Library.
Friends of Mercer Island Library is helping sponsor a series of workshops dedicated to preparing local high school seniors for taking the next academic step into college.
The "Life After High School" Series is intended to complement and supplement what local high schools are offering. Both students and parents are welcome, and all programs are free.
All 3 programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Mercer Island Library:
The Money Maze and The Scholarship Market
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Tuesday, October 8, 6:30 pm
Two workshops, back to back, are designed to address the major issues facing students and parents as they pursue all types of financial aid programs. The presentation includes a review of grants, scholarships, work study, and student loan programs. The formula used to determine the expected family contribution is explained, as are key financial aid forms. First, The Money Maze provides a comprehensive review of all financial aid programs; then, the The Scholarship Market focuses on private scholarships and theWashBoard.org, a scholarship resource for Washington State. Students and parents welcome.
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Presenter: Douglas Breithaupt, College Planning Network
Finding the Right Colleges for You
Tuesday, October 15, 7 pm
How can high school students know exactly what they’re looking for in a college? How can families identify schools where students will be happiest and most successful? This seminar provides tips about how to be a savvy college shopper. Learn ways to recognize a good college fit and talk about size, location, and majors. College visits will also be discussed. Students and parents welcome.
Presenter: Katie Konrad Moore, Collegewise
College Admissions 101
Tuesday, October 29, 7 pm
What are colleges really looking for? Are grades, test scores, and activities equally important? What other factors are considered during the admissions process?
Answer these questions and go behind the scenes of a college admissions office to learn how students are evaluated and selected. Students and parents welcome.
Presenter: Katie Konrad Moore, Collegewise
More programs in the series are available at other KCLS libraries, found here:
http://www.kcls.org/lifeafterhighschool/
Call the library (206-236-3537) or email Teen Services Librarian Carrie Bowman (clbowman@kcls.org) with questions.Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.