Upcoming Events

Join Collegewise on Monday, July 7 at 4:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM ET to discover a comprehensive roadmap designed to prepare your high school student for college admissions success.

You'll learn:

✅ What colleges actually look for from junior year and how to help your student build a compelling profile
✅ A clear timeline of what to do this summer and fall (and what not to worry about yet)
✅ How to approach testing, essays, and extracurriculars with intention
✅ Real talk on course selection, mental health, and maintaining balance
✅ Live Q&A: Bring your questions and get honest, expert advice

This is your chance to help your teen step into junior year with clarity, confidence, and a plan that fits them.

Register now and get expert insight before the school year takes over!

Join us on Tuesday, July 8 at 4:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM ET to explore where CS admissions are headed and how your teen can stand out in the years to come.

You'll discover:

• What CS Admissions Officers Really Value: Learn what top schools are actually seeking in applicants beyond grades and test scores.
• How to Avoid the “Standard Strong” Trap: Understand why stellar grades and scores alone aren’t enough and how to make a real impact with your application.
• Creative Ways to Explore CS: Find out how passion-driven projects, hackathons, and coding communities can help your teen stand out without burning out.
• Whether a CS Degree Still Makes Sense in the Age of AI: Explore where CS degrees are headed and how to help your teen stay both relevant and resilient.
• Alternative CS Pathways: Discover diverse career tracks in data science, UX design, and more that lead to fulfilling and competitive roles in tech.

Register now to help your teen succeed in one of the most competitive fields, plus join our extended Q&A to answer all your questions.

Join Collegewise's Founder and Chief Education Officer, Kevin McMullin, on Monday, July 14 at 4:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM ET to learn how your teen can strategically approach the application process and set themselves up for success when applying to the nation’s most selective colleges.

You'll learn:

• The 3 biggest myths about getting into schools like Harvard and MIT and how some families are led astray
• How test-optional policies, shifting acceptance rates, and enrollment goals are changing the game
• What stands out in a 4-minute application review, and what gets tossed aside
• Ways your teen can turn real interests (beyond achievements) into powerful admissions assets
• What makes essays, extracurriculars, and letters of recommendation truly memorable 
  
  

The admissions landscape has changed and families following outdated advice are often the ones left surprised when results roll in.

Register now and get the assurance to guide your teen through highly selective college admissions!

Join Collegewise’s list-building experts on Tuesday, July 15 at 4:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM ET to discover how your family can build a smart, personalized college list that aligns with your student’s goals, budget, and future plans.

You’ll learn:

• Key factors to consider when researching colleges, whether your teen has a major in mind or is still exploring

• Practical tools and resources to help identify schools that are a great academic, social, and personal fit

• Insights into what colleges prioritize in admissions, and how that should shape your teen’s list

• A clear, proven strategy for building a balanced mix of reach, target, and likely schools

   

Bonus: Register today, and you’ll get a free copy of our trusted College Visits Guide when you attend!

Join Collegewise on Monday, July 21 at 4:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM ET to learn how your student can make an impact with their activities and stand out to colleges.

✨ In this webinar, you'll discover:

• How to position extracurriculars strategically to highlight the unique strengths and interests that set your student apart

• What truly counts when it comes to part-time jobs, family responsibilities, and volunteer work, and how to frame those experiences for maximum application impact

• How students can show leadership and initiative without a formal title and develop passion projects that tell an authentic, memorable story to admissions officers
  
  

🎓 PLUS: Live Q&A with Daniel! Bring your questions and get personalized advice from someone who's read thousands of applications.

Don’t miss this opportunity to help your teen make smart, strategic choices and showcase their best self in the college admissions process.

Join us on Tuesday, July 22 at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET to explore the top 25 college admissions trends of 2025. From AI and university funding to new early application deadlines and more.

What You’ll Learn:

• The top admissions trends for 2025, and what they tell us about where things are headed

• How AI and test-optional policies are changing how colleges evaluate students

• Key insights from this year’s early applications, what worked, what didn’t, and why

• Simple, low-stress strategies that help families stay ahead, starting as early as 9th grade
  
  

Join Anita (a former academic advisor at UChicago) and Cari (a licensed school counselor) on Wednesday, July 23 at 4:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM ET to learn how your family can maximize the support of school counselors for college admissions success. 

This session will cover:

• A clear overview of the college application components, including the transcript, essays, and letters of recommendation

• How school counselors support students with academic planning, college readiness, and personal development

• Expert tips for helping your teen make the most of their time and resources throughout high school

Register today and take the first step towards a more successful and fulfilling educational experience for your family.