AO Advice: How Your High School is Evaluated in the College Admissions Process

High school is a pivotal period for students, setting the stage for their academic and professional futures. As students and families prepare for the next step - college - it's crucial to understand how colleges and universities view a student's high school in their admissions process.

In collaboration with U.S. News & World, join CollegeAdvisor for a comprehensive webinar to unravel the mystery behind how colleges evaluate your high school during the admissions process. We aim to provide students and their families a clearer picture of how high schools and their course offerings are perceived, and what that could mean for the applicant.

Key Takeaways:

The Role of High Schools: Learn about the importance colleges place on the high school's reputation, its curriculum strength, and its historical student performance.

Understanding Course Offerings: How do colleges view Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), honors, and regular courses? What they look for in terms of course rigor and selection.

Contextual Review: Discover how colleges place an applicant's achievements in the context of available resources and opportunities at their high school.

Holistic Review: Understand the broader perspective on how other elements like extracurriculars, recommendation letters, and essays interact with the high school evaluation in decision-making.

Tips and Strategies: Equip yourself with actionable advice to maximize your potential, no matter your high school's standing.

Who Should Attend?

-- High school students preparing for college applications
-- Parents and guardians assisting in the college application journey
-- High school counselors and educators looking to better guide their students
-- Anyone interested in the college admissions landscape

Register now to secure your spot in this enlightening session, and take a step forward in mastering the college admissions process!