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Steps to a Successful College Application Process

 

 

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Steps to a Successful College Application Process

The college application process can seem daunting. Add in the complications that come from applying during a global pandemic, and many students are ready to throw in the towel before they’ve even begun. Here are a few tips for a successful college application process.

 

Figure Out What’s Important to You

You don’t need to have your entire career path set before applying to college, but you should spend some time listening to yourself and reflecting on what’s important to you. For example, if you’re interested in English, you probably don’t want to attend a school that focuses on business programs. Also, consider just how far away from you’d like to be. Before you start the process, make sure that you’ve thought about what’s truly important to you, and then go about researching schools that meet your criteria. This will significantly cut down on the schools you need to research, allow you to focus your time on viable schools, and prevent your final list of schools from becoming overwhelming.

 

STEM Online, but Not Alone

Orman Morton III connected with Oregon State University’s Native American Longhouse while working on his environmental sciences degree online. The Penobscot student built lasting friendships and support with OSU’s Eena Haws indigenous community from his home 2,400 miles away in Baltimore, Md.

Kate Diamond, Le Moyne College

 

Kate Diamond serves as the director of regional recruitment for Le Moyne College, one of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities in the U.S. Le Moyne honors the Onondaga Nation, the indigenous people on whose land Le Moyne stands. A Le Moyne College graduate, Diamond returned to her alma mater in 2016 as a regionally-based admission counselor with a recruitment territory of Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. She previously held positions in admissions at Emerson College, Northeastern University, and Framingham State University. Prior to admissions, Diamond worked in human resources staffing and recruiting for a number of companies in the Boston area.

 

What are some areas on a college application where students can set themselves apart?

With more than 20 million students applying to college each year, it can be daunting to think about ways to stand out in the college application process. It’s important to remember, however, that college admission counselors are just that — admission counselors — we are looking to your application for reasons to admit you to our college or university. With that in mind, here are some ways to set yourself apart in the college application process.

 

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We believe in the strength of diversity in all its forms, because inclusion of and respect for diverse people, experiences, and ideas lead to superior solutions to world challenges and advances chemistry as a global, multidisciplinary science.

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At the Career Hub job seekers can scan jobs, upload a resume or explore career resources by industry, state or job function. The Opportunities Board is a centralized hub of information with opportunities like scholarships, internships, and more. You can get access to complete, verified, and updated information that can help you grow your skills and expertise. What are you waiting for? Go to or NOW!

PRE-COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES

 

Do you know a rising U.S. 12th grader with a great science research project? Encourage them to enter our competition that recognizes the future leaders in science and awards more than $3 million each year to deserving students and supportive schools. The top award is $250,000!

 

Join us October 7–9 for a three-day celebration of INDIGENUITY! We are bringing together indigenous people at the top of their field to share the importance of tradition and innovation. There will be astronauts, scholars, artists, authors, music, and more! Don’t miss this free opportunity to see the diversity of indigenous culture and join in on the celebration!

 

UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES

 

Apply by Oct. 26 for this collegiate competition that has inspired thousands of students worldwide to enter the clean energy workforce.

 

$500 stipend — Remote

 

We are seeking judges, volunteers, and interpreters for the upcoming Regeneron ISEF to be held as a hybrid competition in Atlanta, Ga., May 8–13, 2022.

 

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Speakers include lead authors, narrative authors, and steering committee members.

 

ORISE Internships!

 

 

by First Nations Development Institute

 

An online career readiness and personal finance program designed for 18–26-year-old Native American youths. Career Basics is free and open to eligible youths.

 

Asana – San Francisco, Calif.

 

Apply by Oct. 6.

 

Apply by Oct. 6.

 

 

GRADUATE/POSTDOCTORAL OPPORTUNITIES

 

Apply early!

 

The CIFAR Neuroscience of Consciousness Winter School is a unique, three-day event during which tomorrow’s neuroscience leaders work closely with world-class researchers studying the neuroscience of consciousness.

 

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking applications on Grants.gov for projects from states, tribes, territories, and nonprofit organizations to help reduce food loss and waste and divert food waste from landfills by expanding anaerobic digester capacity in the United States.

 

The overall mission of TSC is to provide technical support for EPA's responsibilities under the federal Safe Drinking Water Act.

 

Program responsibilities are mainly related to the protection of underground sources of drinking water.

 

A research opportunity is available with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

 

Harvard Business School trains doctoral students to conduct innovative research within a broad range of academic fields.

 

AAP is designed to assist small businesses with an interest in preparing and submitting a Small Business Innovation Research or Small Business Technology Transfer.

 

Join our Computational Physics: Verification and Analysis group (XCP-8), which specializes in the VVUQ of complex numerical codes coupled by diverse physics models.

 

OTF is for students from underrepresented backgrounds in geosciences to receive mentoring, networking opportunities, and a travel grant to attend their first annual GSA meeting.

 

We are seeking teams of 2–3 facilitators from each institution who will be committed to participating in our virtual facilitator training.

 

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