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Did you know that students at Brandeis University can earn a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in four years?

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Options for College| Leave a comment

In this special academic program, exceptional undergraduates can study biochemistry, biology, chemistry, mathematics, and neuroscience. These students have the opportunity to submit a master’s thesis as a college senior and are simultaneously awarded a bachelor’s and master’s degree upon graduation. Students must submit their formal application by May 1 of their junior year with a proposed course of study, specifying how all degree requirements will be met.

Read more about this opportunity here: http://bit.ly/BrandeisBAMA

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Did you know that getting your writing and art published can be as simple as creating an account on Teen Ink?

Posted on August 27, 2012 by Options for College| Leave a comment

At OFC we tell students that you cannot claim to be a writer unless someone can read your writing. Teen Ink is a website created specifically for high school students to help them get published. Simply create an account, submit some of the work you have already done but never thought to put online, and in the blink of an eye you will be a published writer. Create your free account today at http://bit.ly/teenink.

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Did you know that college graduates of a particular school are called “alumni,” graduates of women’s colleges are “alumnae,” a female graduate is an “alumna” and a male graduate is an “alumnus”?

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Options for College| Leave a comment

Good to know when writing thank-yous for interviews (Bonus Did You Know: interviewers like thank-you notes after interviews!) For more tips on college interview etiquette, check out http://bit.ly/collegeint.

Did you know that OFC will be at two CTY Pathways to College Series events this fall?

Keith Berman will be speaking at Columbia University in New York, NY on Saturday, October 6th, and again at Wesleyan University in Middleton, CT on November 10th. Pathways is a program designed to help participants grades 9-12 and their parents make informed decisions regarding college. To register, or for more information, check out http://bit.ly/CTYpathways.

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Did you know that the common application is now available online?

Posted on August 6, 2012 by Options for College| Leave a comment

Students who wish to matriculate during the fall of 2013 can now create their online common application profile and begin to add colleges to your “My Colleges” list. Make sure to double check that each of the schools to which you are applying accepts the common application. If one does not, sign up for their application separately. Create your account today! http://bit.ly/commonapplication

Did you know that Options for College is holding a college admissions workshop at the Yale Club on August 18th called The Way There? In the comforts of the Yale Club, this one-day workshop will provide valuable tools for college-bound students and their families and show how the college admission process can be life-affirming instead of soul-sucking. Breakfast and lunch are included. Seats are still available. OFC has helped over 1200 students worldwide – now it’s your turn. Register today at http://www.optionsforcollege.com/workshop/!

Call 646-378-7871 or email jfallon@optionsforcollege.com for more details.

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Did you know that during College Application Week, students can apply free of charge to public colleges and universities in certain states?

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Options for College| Leave a comment

College Application Week is a national initiative that began in North Carolina in 2005. Its goal is to provide every graduating high school senior with the opportunity to apply to college. This year College Application Week will take place from November 12th to 16th. For more information on the origin of College Application Week, as well as host sites and volunteer information, click here: http://bit.ly/nationalapplicationweek. This website is specific to the state of Michigan; search “college application week” in Google for more participating schools and states.

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Did you know that you could spend a semester living and learning on a mountain in Vermont?

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Options for College| Leave a comment

Every semester 45 highly motivated high school juniors attend The Mountain School of Milton Academy in Vershire, VT to live and work on the school’s farm. Students take five academic classes for full credit. English and Environmental Science are required, and students take three of the following: math, language, U.S. History, Physics, Chemistry, Humanities and Studio Art. Every student participates in the Outdoor Program, which counts as a Phys. Ed credit. Look into applying for next year: http://bit.ly/mountainschool

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Did you know that more schools are creating opportunities for students to attain a three-year degree?

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Options for College| Leave a comment

Hartwick College just graduated its first three-year undergraduate class; the president of Wesleyan University also recently announced his desire to encourage a three-year degree. Participation in a three-year degree eliminates the fourth year of tuition and may also put the student in the job market a year early. A three-year degree would also accelerate the pace of completion and open more seats for high-education, allowing more adults to attain a college degree.

For more information on Hartwick’s three-year bachelor’s degree, click here: http://bit.ly/hartwickthreeyeardegree

For the story behind Wesleyan’s decision to create a three-year degree, follow this link: http://bit.ly/wesleyanthreeyeardegree

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Did you know that you can take a virtual campus tour of almost any college or university before you decide whether or not to visit a campus in person?

Posted on June 4, 2012 by Options for College| Leave a comment

You can get a feel for the layout in advance, and impress the tour guides and admission staff when you get there by asking to see a particular building or department (of course, make sure the building or department you wish to see or investigate lines up with your interests. Do not ask to see just any random building!) Visit www.campustours.com to see the most comprehensive database of virtual tours. Have fun choosing your potential future campus!

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Did you know that The Island School on Eleuthera Island in the Bahamas is for current, highly motivated high school students who would like to experience an alternative curriculum for a semester or summer?

Posted on May 28, 2012 by Options for College| Leave a comment

The Island School offers a full high school curriculum, and the credits transfer to your current high school when you return. English, math, environmental art, history, applied scientific research, human ecology, and marine ecology are offered. SCUBA diving, island exploration, and two kayaking expeditions complement daily morning exercise and campus work that encourages each student to develop leadership and teamwork skills. This program is an especially good fit for students interested in marine biology and environmental science. Read more: http://bit.ly/theislandschool

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Did you know that the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology was initially funded by NYC philanthropist Jacob Schiff?

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Options for College| Leave a comment

The Technion, an Israeli-based public research university, is returning to its New York City roots by partnering with Cornell to create the Cornell NYC Tech Campus. Mayor Bloomberg is hopeful that this new campus will be the catalyst for New York City to replace Silicon Valley as the place to start new digital technology companies. “The new campus,” he said, “will spin off some 600 such companies in the next 30 years.”

The partnership was announced in late 2011 and the facilities are slated to open later this year. Click here for history on the initial stages of this project.

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