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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)
Carondelet shares these opportunities for informational purposes only. We do not affiliate with or endorse any particular organizations.