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Starting today, middle school families can register for Admissions events, including Open House and Student Previews. Sign up and get started today!
Each week you’ll find updates from your College Counselors.
All Students: The Jesuit Excellence College Tour (JET) will be on Tuesday, September 22 from 1:30 to 3:30 PM. Juniors and Seniors who don’t have a 7th period may come as early as 1:30 PM; all other students must come after school. Stop by and learn more about Jesuit colleges. Here are some of the colleges and universities that you can expect to meet!
Juniors and Seniors: Over 70 colleges are visiting Carondelet and De La Salle this fall. Sign up today.
Seniors: We will be hosting a STARS (Self-reported Transcript and Academic Record System) Workshop during HOWL on Wednesday, September 30, during X-Block in the College Counseling Office. If you are applying to schools on this list, we highly encourage you to attend.
All Students: Johns Hopkins University is hosting a regional information session on Sunday, October 4th at 2:00 PM in Pleasanton. Registration
Seniors: Washington State University is holding WSU Virtual Instant Decision Days! Students with a 3.0 GPA are invited to register here.
Carondelet Programming
All Students: The University of Notre Dame is hosting ND on the Road at Carondelet on Thursday, September 24 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM. Learn more about academics, community, spiritual life, and the admissions and financial aid processes. Registration
Freshmen, Transfers, and Families: We have a helpful Student Resource Toolkit for you to access as you navigate your first year at Carondelet!
Seniors: You should start looking for scholarships now! Scholarships Database
All Students: The College Money Method has excellent resources on our resource page (passcode: chscmm) including: workshop recordings on the FAFSA and the CSS Profile.
Seniors: The “$1,000 A Portrait of You” Monthly Scholarship is open to apply to! Application. Rules and Eligibility.
Seniors: The CocaCola Scholarship program is now open. It recognizes students for their leadership, service, and commitment to making a lasting impact in their schools and communities. Information
Seniors and Juniors: Appily is a great resource for scholarships and fly-in programs. Another good resource for scholarships is Niche.
Juniors: All juniors are automatically registered for the PSAT at Carondelet on October 14. The PSAT is compulsory and not attending that day is equal to an absence. See the Cougar U slides in the College Hub for more information about testing.
Juniors and Seniors: Schoolhouse free SAT test prep is available. Schoolhouse is a non-profit organization founded by Sal Khan of Khan Academy and all programs are 100% free. Information
Juniors: if you think you may be eligible for an SAT fee waiver, you may request one directly through the College Board.
Juniors and Seniors: Revolution Prep is offering one free self-proctored SAT or ACT exam for Carondelet students. Learn more.
Juniors and Seniors: During Spring Break 2027, Parents Connected will be hosting an HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) Tour, giving students the opportunity to visit HBCU campuses, connect with college admissions representatives, and experience the academic, cultural, and social environments these institutions have to offer. Information, Interest Form
Seniors: Saint Mary’s College of California is launching a Lasallian Guaranteed Admissions and Scholarship Program for which Carondelet High School students would be eligible. Details regarding eligibility and the scholarship can be found here.
Seniors & Juniors: Best of U is launching The UCAS Application Series, a free virtual webinar series designed to help students and families better understand the UK university application process and navigate UCAS with confidence. Registration. Information
Seniors, Juniors, and Sophomores: Cornell University, Emory University, Pomona College, Rice University and Washington University in St. Louis present LAUNCH (Linking Access, Unity, Networking, Collaboration and Higher Education). At LAUNCH, you’ll virtually meet admission officers from all five partner institutions. Registration
All Students: The 34th Black College Awareness Fair is coming to College of San Mateo on Saturday, October 3rd! Learn more about historically black colleges and universities and attend informative workshops! Information, Registration
All Students: California State University, Sonoma is hosting an Open House, Seawolf Discovery Day happening on Saturday, October 3.
All Students: California State University, Chico is hosting an Open House, Wildcat Preview happening on Saturday, October 10. Information
Seniors: QuestBridge National College Match Program for high achieving, low income students is now open for applications. Applications are due October 1. Information
Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors: Article on navigating college fairs from the Georgia Tech Admissions office.
Spanish Language Resource – Preguntas y Respuestas en Español
College Planning Detailed Timeline
Going Merry Scholarship Website
College Greenlight Scholarship Website
College Money Method Resource Page (Password chscmm)
Carondelet shares these opportunities for informational purposes only. We do not affiliate with or endorse any particular organizations.
Seniors: Students were given a copy of the Green College List Form at College Kickstart and Cougar U. This form needs to be submitted with a printed copy of your Maia Learning Applying List. Green forms need to be read with all acknowledgements checked off and signed by you and your parents and turned into your College Counselor no later than Sept. 15.
Seniors: Stop by College Counseling to ask questions and work on your college applications with friends during HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late)! Upcoming HOWLs will be on:
All Students: The Jesuit Excellence College Tour (JET) will be on Tuesday, September 22 from 1:30 to 3:30 PM. Stop by and learn more about Jesuit colleges. Here are some of the colleges and universities that you can expect to meet!
Juniors and Seniors: Over 70 colleges are visiting Carondelet and De La Salle this fall. Sign up today.
Seniors & Juniors: Best of U is launching The UCAS Application Series, a free virtual webinar series designed to help students and families better understand the UK university application process and navigate UCAS with confidence. Registration. Information
All Students: Barnard College, Bryn Mawr College, Mount Holyoke College, Smith College, Spelman College, and Wellesley College are showcasing the Power of Women’s Colleges, an information session featuring a panel and college fair on Sunday, September 13. Information
All Students: Southern Methodist University is hosting an information session, SMU Comes To You this Sunday, September 13 from 3:30 to 5:00 PM at Sacred Heart Preparatory School. Registration
All Students: The University of Notre Dame is hosting ND on the Road at Carondelet on Thursday, September 24 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM. Learn more about academics, community, spiritual life, and the admissions and financial aid processes. Registration
All Students: The 34th Black College Awareness Fair is coming to College of San Mateo on Saturday, October 3rd! Learn more about historically black colleges and universities and attend informative workshops! Information, Registration
Carondelet Programming
Freshmen, Transfers, and Families: We have a helpful Student Resource Toolkit for you to access as you navigate your first year at Carondelet!
Seniors: You should start looking for scholarships now! Scholarships Database
All Students: The College Money Method has excellent resources on our resource page (passcode: chscmm) including: workshop recordings on the FAFSA and the CSS Profile.
Seniors: The “$1,000 A Portrait of You” Monthly Scholarship is open to apply to! Application. Rules and Eligibility.
Seniors: The CocaCola Scholarship program is now open. It recognizes students for their leadership, service, and commitment to making a lasting impact in their schools and communities. Information
Seniors and Juniors: Appily is a great resource for scholarships and fly-in programs. Another good resource for scholarships is Niche.
Juniors: All juniors are automatically registered for the PSAT at Carondelet on October 14. The PSAT is compulsory and not attending that day is equal to an absence. Revolution Prep is offering a free online practice PSAT for Carondelet Students on September 12. Information and Registration. See the Cougar U slides in the College Hub for more information about testing.
Juniors and Seniors: Schoolhouse free SAT test prep is available. Schoolhouse is a non-profit organization founded by Sal Khan of Khan Academy and all programs are 100% free. Information
Juniors: if you think you may be eligible for an SAT fee waiver, you may request one directly through the College Board.
Juniors and Seniors: Revolution Prep is offering one free self-proctored SAT or ACT exam for Carondelet students. Learn more.
Juniors and Seniors: During Spring Break 2027, Parents Connected will be hosting an HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) Tour, giving students the opportunity to visit HBCU campuses, connect with college admissions representatives, and experience the academic, cultural, and social environments these institutions have to offer. Information, Interest Form
Seniors: Saint Mary’s College of California is launching a Lasallian Guaranteed Admissions and Scholarship Program for which Carondelet High School students would be eligible. Details regarding eligibility and the scholarship can be found here.
Seniors & Juniors: Girl Security National Fellows is a virtual program that provides training, workforce development, and an immersive learning experience to explore the content and skills that are critically necessary in addressing the future challenges facing the national security field. Apply by September 18. Information
Seniors, Juniors, and Sophomores: Cornell University, Emory University, Pomona College, Rice University and Washington University in St. Louis present LAUNCH (Linking Access, Unity, Networking, Collaboration and Higher Education). At LAUNCH, you’ll virtually meet admission officers from all five partner institutions. Registration
All Students: California State University, Sonoma is hosting an Open House, Seawolf Discovery Day happening on Saturday, October 3.
All Students: California State University, Chico is hosting an Open House, Wildcat Preview happening on Saturday, October 10. Information
All Students: Berean Christian High School is hosting the East Bay Christian College Fair and will have admission representatives from Christian colleges and universities across the country on September 22. Information, Registration and College List.
Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors: Article on navigating college fairs from the Georgia Tech Admissions office.
All Students: College testing policies continue to evolve. Vanderbilt recently announced it will reinstate standardized testing requirements beginning with fall 2029 applicants, while the University of California is accelerating its review of SAT/ACT policies in admissions.
All Students: Want to explore the world? A new survey highlights the lasting benefits of studying abroad, from building confidence and adaptability to developing skills that can serve students well in their future careers.
Spanish Language Resource – Preguntas y Respuestas en Español
College Planning Detailed Timeline
Going Merry Scholarship Website
College Greenlight Scholarship Website
College Money Method Resource Page (Password chscmm)
Carondelet shares these opportunities for informational purposes only. We do not affiliate with or endorse any particular organizations.
College Counseling Updates
September 4, 2026 / Carondelet High School
Seniors: For classes taken outside of Carondelet, UC/CSU transferable courses can be added to your Carondelet transcript by submitting an official transcript to registrar@carondeleths.org by September 8. Transcripts must be received by the end of the day on September 8, otherwise it is the student’s responsibility to have her outside transcript sent to each of the colleges she applies to.
Seniors: Students were given a copy of the Green College List Form at College Kickstart and Cougar U. This form needs to be submitted with a printed copy of your Maia Learning Applying List. Green forms need to be read with all acknowledgements checked off and signed by you and your parents and turned into your College Counselor no later than Sept. 15.
Senior Parents: This is your last chance to complete the Parent Survey in Maia Learning! College Counselors utilize these surveys as they write their counselor letter of recommendation for each student. To access the survey, visit MaiaLearning.com, click Log In, and click “forgot password.” Follow the prompts from there to log in using the email address that Carondelet has on file for you. The survey will be available in the Dashboard.
Juniors: Juniors have a mandatory Cougar U assignment due Friday, September 11, located in the Cougar U folder within the College Hub on Schoology. Before completing the assignment, students should review the Fall To-Dos for Juniors slides, which include helpful information about the SAT and ACT, college testing timelines, and tips for staying organized throughout junior year.
All Students: The Jesuit Excellence Tour (JET) College Fair is on Tuesday, September 22, during 7th period and after school until 3:30 p.m. at Carondelet.
Juniors and Seniors: Over 70 colleges are visiting Carondelet and De La Salle this fall. Sign up today.
Juniors: Revolution Prep is offering a free online practice PSAT for Carondelet Students on September 12. Information and Registration.
All Students: Best of U is hosting a UK University Information Event taking place in the Bay Area on September 10 at Sacred Heart Preparatory in Atherton. Hear from 5 UK Universities as they cover why students might consider studying in the UK, how the UK application process works, and what each university has to offer, followed by a mini college fair. Registration, Information
Juniors & Seniors: During Spring Break 2027, Parents Connected will be hosting an HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) Tour, giving students the opportunity to visit HBCU campuses, connect with college admissions representatives, and experience the academic, cultural, and social environments these institutions have to offer. Information, Interest Form
Seniors: Saint Mary’s College of California is launching a Lasallian Guaranteed Admissions and Scholarship Program for which Carondelet High School students would be eligible. Details regarding eligibility and the scholarship can be found here.
Seniors & Juniors: Girl Security National Fellows is a virtual program that provides training, workforce development, and an immersive learning experience to explore the content and skills that are critically necessary in addressing the future challenges facing the national security field. Apply by September 18. Information
All Students: Barnard College, Bryn Mawr College, Mount Holyoke College, Smith College, Spelman College, and Wellesley College are showcasing the Power of Women’s Colleges, an information session featuring a panel and college fair on Sunday, September 13. Information
Seniors & Juniors: Best of U is launching The UCAS Application Series, a free virtual webinar series designed to help students and families better understand the UK university application process and navigate UCAS with confidence. Registration. Information
Carondelet Programming
Seniors: HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late), our college application labs have begun! Stop by College Counseling to ask questions and work on your college applications with friends! Upcoming HOWLs will be on:
Seniors: Cougar U information is available in your Schoology Class of 2027 Hub.
Juniors: Information about what to do this fall to prepare for college and your first Cougar U assignment is available in the Schoology Class of 2028 College Hub.
All Students: Carondelet is excited to continue our partnership with Paul Martin, founder of College Money Method, to support our families with the financial aid process. A resource page has been created specifically for Carondelet families (passcode: chscmm).
Freshmen, Transfers, and Families: We have a helpful Student Resource Toolkit for you to access as you navigate your first year at Carondelet!
Seniors: You should start looking for scholarships now! Scholarships Database
All Students: The College Money Method has excellent resources on our resource page (passcode: chscmm) including: workshop recordings on the FAFSA and the CSS Profile.
Seniors: The “$1,000 A Portrait of You” Monthly Scholarship is open to apply to! Application. Rules and Eligibility.
Seniors: The CocaCola Scholarship program is now open. It recognizes students for their leadership, service, and commitment to making a lasting impact in their schools and communities. Information
Seniors and Juniors: Appily is a great resource for scholarships and fly-in programs. Another good resource for scholarships is Niche.
Juniors: All juniors are automatically registered for the PSAT at Carondelet on October 14. The PSAT is compulsory and not attending that day is equal to an absence. Revolution Prep is offering a free online practice PSAT for Carondelet Students on September 12. Information and Registration. See the Cougar U slides in the College Hub for more information about testing.
Juniors and Seniors: Schoolhouse free SAT test prep is available. Schoolhouse is a non-profit organization founded by Sal Khan of Khan Academy and all programs are 100% free. Information
Juniors: if you think you may be eligible for an SAT fee waiver, you may request one directly through the College Board.
Juniors and Seniors: Revolution Prep is offering one free self-proctored SAT or ACT exam for Carondelet students. Learn more.
Seniors, Juniors, and Sophomores: Cornell University, Emory University, Pomona College, Rice University and Washington University in St. Louis present LAUNCH (Linking Access, Unity, Networking, Collaboration and Higher Education). At LAUNCH, you’ll virtually meet admission officers from all five partner institutions. Registration
Seniors: The CSU College Night series will be hosting a College Fair in Oakland on Thursday, September 17. Information
All Students: Berean Christian High School is hosting the East Bay Christian College Fair and will have admission representatives from Christian colleges and universities across the country on September 22. Information, Registration and College List.
All Students: The University of Arizona is hosting a Wildcat Webinar: Admissions 101 on September 23. Students will get an overview of Arizona’s academics, life in Tucson, Wildcat traditions, and the admissions process. Registration
Seniors: QuestBridge National College Match Program for high achieving, low income students is now open for applications. Applications are due October 1. Information
All Students: California State University, Sonoma is hosting an Open House, Seawolf Discovery Day happening on Saturday, October 3.
All Students: California State University, Chico is hosting an Open House, Wildcat Preview happening on Saturday, October 10. Information
Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors: Article on navigating college fairs from the Georgia Tech Admissions office.
All Students: College testing policies continue to evolve. Vanderbilt recently announced it will reinstate standardized testing requirements beginning with fall 2029 applicants, while the University of California is accelerating its review of SAT/ACT policies in admissions.
Spanish Language Resource – Preguntas y Respuestas en Español
College Planning Detailed Timeline
Going Merry Scholarship Website
College Greenlight Scholarship Website
College Money Method Resource Page (Password chscmm)
Carondelet shares these opportunities for informational purposes only. We do not affiliate with or endorse any particular organizations.
College Counseling Updates
August 28, 2026 / Carondelet High School
Seniors: Students were given a copy of the Green College List Form at College Kickstart and Cougar U. This form needs to be submitted with a printed copy of your Maia Learning Applying List. Green forms need to be read and signed by you and your parents and turned into your College Counselor no later than Sept. 15.
Seniors: We will be hosting HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late), our college application lab, again this fall! Stop by College Counseling to ask questions and work on your college applications with friends! New this year, we will also be offering an application lab during lunch on Mondays! Upcoming HOWLs will be on:
Seniors: UC transferable courses taken outside of Carondelet can be added to your Carondelet transcript by submitting an official transcript to registrar@carondeleths.org by September 8.
Juniors: Juniors have a mandatory Cougar U Assignment due Friday, September 11 found within the Cougar U File in the College Hub on Schoology. Students should read the ‘Fall to-do’s for Juniors’ Slides first before completing the assignment.
Juniors: Revolution Prep is offering a free online practice PSAT for Carondelet Students on September, 12. Information and Registration.
All Students: The Jesuit Excellence Tour (JET) College Fair is on Tuesday, September 22, during 7th period and after school until 3:30 p.m. at Carondelet.
Juniors and Seniors: Over 70 colleges are visiting Carondelet and De La Salle this fall. Sign up today.
Freshmen and Transfers: College Counseling will be hosting a Freshmen & Transfer Lunch and Learn in the library on Wednesday, September 2, where they will be able to learn about how to set themselves up for success as a student at Carondelet and learn about the programming we offer in College Counseling. Students can register here using their school issued gmail account.
Seniors, Juniors, and Sophomores: Cornell University, Emory University, Pomona College, Rice University and Washington University in St. Louis present LAUNCH (Linking Access, Unity, Networking, Collaboration and Higher Education). At LAUNCH, you’ll virtually meet admission officers from all five partner institutions. Registration
All Students: California State University, Sonoma is hosting an Open House, Seawolf Discovery Day happening on Saturday, October 3.
All Students: California State University, Chico is hosting an Open House, Wildcat Preview happening on Saturday, October 10. Information
Carondelet Programming
Seniors: Cougar U information is available in your Schoology Class of 2027 Hub. Our August 21 Cougar U Recap can also be found here.
Juniors: Information about what to do this fall to prepare for college and your first Cougar U assignment is available in the Schoology Class of 2028 College Hub.
All Students: Carondelet is excited to continue our partnership with Paul Martin, founder of College Money Method, to support our families with the financial aid process. A resource page has been created specifically for Carondelet families (passcode: chscmm).
Freshmen, Transfers, and Families: We have a helpful Student Resource Toolkit for you to access as you navigate your first year at Carondelet!
Seniors: You should start looking for scholarships now! Scholarships Database
All Students: The College Money Method has excellent resources on our resource page (passcode: chscmm) including: workshop recordings on the FAFSA and the CSS Profile.
Seniors: The “$1,000 A Portrait of You” Monthly Scholarship is open to apply to! Application. Rules and Eligibility.
Seniors: The CocaCola Scholarship program is now open. It recognizes students for their leadership, service, and commitment to making a lasting impact in their schools and communities. Information
Seniors and Juniors: Appily is a great resource for scholarships and fly-in programs. Another good resource for scholarships is Niche.
Juniors: All juniors are automatically registered for the PSAT at Carondelet on October 14. The PSAT is compulsory and not attending that day is equal to an absence. See the Cougar U slides in the College Hub for more information about testing.
Juniors and Seniors: Schoolhouse free SAT test prep is available. Schoolhouse is a non-profit organization founded by Sal Khan of Khan Academy and all programs are 100% free. Information
Juniors: if you think you may be eligible for an SAT fee waiver, you may request one directly through the College Board.
All Students: Campolindo High School is hosting an International University Fair on Wednesday, September 9th featuring almost 40 international universities. Information
All Students: The International School is hosting the International University Fair San Francisco on Thursday, September 10th. Information
Seniors: On Tuesday, Sept. 15, the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Fair will take place at Deer Valley High School from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. This event allows seniors to engage directly with recruiters from 20-30 HBCUs to gain insights into academic programs, campus life, scholarship opportunities, application waivers, and possibly earn on the spot admissions! Students interested in attending, may register here.
Seniors: The CSU College Night series will be hosting a College Fair in Oakland on Thursday, September 17. Information
All Students: Students can learn more about a variety of health professionals through a virtual shadowing opportunity with Pre-Health Shadowing. Sign-ups and details can be found here.
All Students: Berean Christian High School is hosting the East Bay Christian College Fair and will have admission representatives from Christian colleges and universities across the country on September 22. Information, Registration and College List.
All Students: The University of Arizona is hosting a Wildcat Webinar: Admissions 101 on September 23. Students will get an overview of Arizona’s academics, life in Tucson, Wildcat traditions, and the admissions process. Registration
Seniors: QuestBridge National College Match Program for high achieving, low income students is now open for applications. Applications are due October 1. Information
Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors: Article on navigating college fairs from the Georgia Tech Admissions office.
All students: College Applications Are Changing Again, Thanks to A.I. and Politics learn how the rise of A.I. is leading some colleges to scale back their supplemental essay questions.
Spanish Language Resource – Preguntas y Respuestas en Español
College Planning Detailed Timeline
Going Merry Scholarship Website
College Greenlight Scholarship Website
College Money Method Resource Page (Password chscmm)
Carondelet shares these opportunities for informational purposes only. We do not affiliate with or endorse any particular organizations.
Seniors: Important reminder that transcripts Seniors should be reviewing their transcripts and submitting any errors they’ve noted by Friday, August 28th! Further information can be found here.
Seniors: We had a great time with you at Cougar U covering important reminders and reviewing the UC application! Here is a link to the full recap.
Seniors: Every Friday, College Counselors will be communicating with their caseloads via Schoology to provide you with weekend to-do’s and tips to help keep you on track this fall. Keep an eye out for the posts!
Seniors: Seniors should be scheduling and attending mandatory 15 minute check-ins with their College Counselor between August 24th and September 3rd to discuss their college plans and application progress. Check-ins can be scheduled through each counselor’s schedule links here:
Seniors: We will be hosting HOWL, our college application lab, again! Stop by College Counseling to ask questions and work on your college applications with friends! Upcoming HOWLs will be on:
Seniors: You should start looking for scholarships now! Scholarships Database
Juniors: Juniors have a mandatory Cougar U Assignment due Friday, September 11 found within the Cougar U File in the College Hub on Schoology. Students should read the ‘Fall to-do’s for Juniors’ Slides first before completing the assignment.
All Students: Admissions representatives from out-of-state universities will be on campus to introduce their schools and answer questions during a college fair on Monday, August 24 from 2:15 - 3:30 PM. Register. See who’s coming
All Students: The Jesuit Excellence Tour (JET) College Fair is on Tuesday, September 22, during 7th period and after school until 3:30 p.m. at Carondelet.
Juniors and Seniors: Over 70 colleges are visiting Carondelet and De La Salle this fall. Sign up today.
Freshmen and Transfers: College Counseling will be hosting a Freshmen & Transfer Lunch and Learn in the library on Wednesday, September 2, where they will be able to learn about how to set themselves up for success as a student at Carondelet and learn about the programming we offer in College Counseling. Students can register here using their school issued gmail account.
Freshmen, Transfers, and Families: We have a helpful Student Resource Toolkit for you to access as you navigate your first year at Carondelet!
All Students: Carondelet is excited to continue our partnership with Paul Martin, founder of College Money Method, to support our families with the financial aid process. A resource page has been created specifically for Carondelet families (passcode: chscmm).
All Students: The International School is hosting the International University Fair San Francisco on Thursday, September 10th. Information
All Students: The University of Arizona is hosting a Wildcat Webinar: Admissions 101 on September 23. Students will get an overview of Arizona’s academics, life in Tucson, Wildcat traditions, and the admissions process. Registration
Carondelet Programming
Seniors: College Kickstart information is available in your Schoology Class of 2027 Hub. Our August 12th Fall Kickstart Recap can also be found here.
Juniors: Information about what to do this fall to prepare for college and your first Cougar U assignment is available in the Schoology Class of 2028 College Hub.
All Students: The College Money Method has excellent resources on our resource page (passcode: chscmm) including: workshop recordings on the FAFSA and the CSS Profile.
Seniors: The “$1,000 A Portrait of You” Monthly Scholarship is open to apply to! Application. Rules and Eligibility.
Seniors: The CocaCola Scholarship program is now open. It recognizes students for their leadership, service, and commitment to making a lasting impact in their schools and communities. Information
Seniors and Juniors: Appily is a great resource for scholarships and fly-in programs. Another good resource for scholarships is Niche.
Seniors: QuestBridge National College Match Program for high achieving, low income students is now open for applications. Applications are due Oct. 1. Information
Juniors: All juniors are automatically registered for the PSAT at Carondelet on October 14. The PSAT is compulsory and not attending that day is equal to an absence. Revolution Prep is offering a free online practice PSAT for Carondelet Students on September, 12. Information and Registration. See the Cougar U slides in the College Hub for more information about testing.
Juniors and Seniors: Schoolhouse free SAT test prep is available. Schoolhouse is a non-profit organization founded by Sal Khan of Khan Academy and all programs are 100% free. Information
Seniors: The CSU College Night series will be hosting a College Fair in Oakland on Thursday, September 17. Information
All Students: Students can learn more about a variety of health professionals through a virtual shadowing opportunity with Pre-Health Shadowing. Sign-ups and details can be found here.
All Students: Berean Christian High School is hosting the East Bay Christian College Fair and will have admission representatives from Christian colleges and universities across the country on September 22. Information, Registration and College List.
All Students: The University of Arizona is hosting Discover Arizona Campus Preview Days where students have the opportunity to experience their campus and its offerings. Preview Day dates and registrations can be found here: Saturday, August 29/ Friday, September 18/ Friday, October 16
Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors: Article on navigating college fairs from the Georgia Tech Admissions office.
All Students: College testing policies continue to evolve. Vanderbilt recently announced it will reinstate standardized testing requirements beginning with fall 2029 applicants, while the University of California is accelerating its review of SAT/ACT policies in admissions.
All Students: Want to explore the world? A new survey highlights the lasting benefits of studying abroad, from building confidence and adaptability to developing skills that can serve students well in their future careers.
Spanish Language Resource – Preguntas y Respuestas en Español
College Planning Detailed Timeline
College Greenlight Scholarship Website
College Money Method Resource Page (Password chscmm)
Carondelet shares these opportunities for informational purposes only. We do not affiliate with or endorse any particular organizations.
Seniors: There is a mandatory Cougar U College Workshop at 1:40 PM on Friday, Aug. 21 in the Garaventa.
Seniors: Every Friday, College Counselors will be communicating with their caseloads via Schoology to provide you with weekend to-do’s and tips to help keep you on track this fall. Keep an eye out for the posts!
Seniors: You should start looking for scholarships now! Scholarships Database
Juniors: Juniors have a mandatory Cougar U Assignment due Friday, September 11 found within the Cougar U File in the College Hub on Schoology. Students should read the ‘Fall to-do’s for Juniors’ Slides first before completing the assignment.
All Students: Two college fairs are happening this fall to introduce their schools and answer questions.
Juniors and Seniors: Over 60 colleges are visiting Carondelet and De La Salle this fall. Sign up today.
Freshmen and Families: We have a helpful Student Resource Toolkit for you to access as you navigate your first year at Carondelet!
All Students: Carondelet is excited to continue our partnership with Paul Martin, founder of College Money Method, to support our families with the financial aid process. A resource page has been created specifically for Carondelet families (passcode: chscmm).
Seniors: On Tuesday, Sept. 15, the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Fair will take place at Deer Valley High School from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. This event allows seniors to engage directly with recruiters from 20-30 HBCUs to gain insights into academic programs, campus life, scholarship opportunities, application waivers, and possibly earn on the spot admissions! Students interested in attending, may register here.
Seniors: QuestBridge National College Match Program for high achieving, low income students is now open for applications. Applications are due October 1. Information
Juniors: Revolution Prep is offering a free online practice PSAT for Carondelet Students on September 12. Information and Registration.
All Students: Berean Christian High School is hosting the East Bay Christian College Fair and will have admission representatives from Christian colleges and universities across the country on September 22. Information
All Students: Campolindo High School is hosting an International University Fair on Wednesday, September 9th featuring almost 40 international universities. Information
Carondelet Programming
Seniors: College Kickstart information is available in your Schoology Class of 2027 Hub. Our August 12th Fall Kickstart Recap can also be found here.
Juniors: Information about what to do this fall to prepare for college and your first Cougar U assignment is available in the Schoology Class of 2028 College Hub
All Students: The College Money Method has excellent resources on our resource page (passcode: chscmm) including: workshop recordings on the FAFSA and the CSS Profile.
Seniors: The “$1,000 A Portrait of You” Monthly Scholarship is open to apply to! Application. Rules and Eligibility.
Seniors: The CocaCola Scholarship program is now open. It recognizes students for their leadership, service, and commitment to making a lasting impact in their schools and communities. Information
Seniors and Juniors: Appily is a great resource for scholarships and fly-in programs. Another good resource for scholarships is Niche.
Juniors: All juniors are automatically registered for the PSAT at Carondelet on October 14. The PSAT is compulsory and not attending that day is equal to an absence. Revolution Prep is offering a free online practice PSAT for Carondelet Students on September, 12. Information and Registration. See the Cougar U slides in the College Hub for more information about testing.
Juniors and Seniors: Schoolhouse free SAT test prep is available. Schoolhouse is a non-profit organization founded by Sal Khan of Khan Academy and all programs are 100% free. Information
Seniors: The CSU College Night series will be hosting a College Fair in Oakland on Thursday, September 17. Information
All Students: Students can learn more about a variety of health professionals through a virtual shadowing opportunity with Pre-Health Shadowing. Sign-ups and details can be found here.
Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors: Article on navigating college fairs from the Georgia Tech Admissions office.
All Students: College testing policies continue to evolve. Vanderbilt recently announced it will reinstate standardized testing requirements beginning with fall 2029 applicants, while the University of California is accelerating its review of SAT/ACT policies in admissions.
All Students: Want to explore the world? A new survey highlights the lasting benefits of studying abroad, from building confidence and adaptability to developing skills that can serve students well in their future careers.
Spanish Language Resource – Preguntas y Respuestas en Español
College Planning Detailed Timeline
College Greenlight Scholarship Website
College Money Method Resource Page (Password chscmm)
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