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As seniors start hearing from colleges, it is important to think about how your final selection can be made. Making this important decision can be difficult and it is important to have a plan to assess the pros and cons of each college. Here is one approach to narrowing down your selection. Are you interested in learning more about Division III athletics? Read about colleges that provide a good balance between athletics and academics and see how they rank on this issue according to counselors. In addition, learn what coaches have to say about the recruiting process in Division III colleges. Benchmark eNews is a free, monthly email publication. Event dates are subject to change. Visit your school counselor or call us for more information. At Benchmark, our goal is to demystify the college application process and help you stay focused on a meaningful and effective plan. By filtering out the hype and implementing a program that is individualized and appropriate, you can relax and enjoy what should be an exciting and fulfilling time. We are committed to helping you find a college environment that will offer the greatest opportunities to experience personal and academic challenge, support and success. |
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We recently returned from a sunny and warm counselor tour of northern California colleges and enjoyed getting updates on these colleges and learning about new programs and the admissions climate. We
started at Stanford University.
Much emphasis is put on the undergraduate here, a sometimes unique characteristic
for a major research university. The popular Sophomore College, overseas
programs, and $3.2 million for undergraduate research continues to attract
undergraduates to this beautiful campus. Introductory seminars allow
students the opportunity to interact in small-group settings with some
of the university's most interesting faculty members. Focused on a narrow
topic, each class is limited to 16 students and allows underclassmen
to sample upper-division work before declaring a major. Just to the north is the University of San Francisco, a Jesuit institution with a diverse student body in the heart of the city and within walking distance of Golden Gate Park. This unique setting allows students to sample a variety of internships while experiencing a strong core curriculum, Division I sports, and a guarantee of graduation within four years. St. Ignatius Church, the largest church on a US campus is pictured here. Menlo College, a small liberal arts college located a few miles from Stanford, offers a unique program to jump-start college studies designed to help students transition smoothly to college life and academics. Santa Clara University, a mid-sized university on the San Francisco Peninsula and within minutes of the convenient San Jose Airport, offers a wide range of academic programs in the heart of Silicon Valley. The Jesuit tradition at Santa Clara University comes from connecting every aspect of a student's education to create a total learning experience.
Three Seattle area independent schools—Bush, Overlake and Lakeside—are joining forces to sponsor Lloyd Thacker, Executive Director of the Education Conservancy and author of the highly regarded new book COLLEGE UNRANKED, for two nights of presentation and discussion about the current state of college counseling and admission today. Read more. |
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Convenient location in University Village! 2623
NE University Village Street, Suite 5 |
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Division
I sports, a vibrant speaker destination and arts attractions like the
Rodin Sculpture Garden at the Cantor Center for Visual Arts pictured
above are just a few of the highlights of this highly selective university.
