Fifth Form College Program

 

ARRIVAL AND REGISTRATION | 3 PM
Lobby, Morgan-Bellas-Dixon Math and Science Center 

COLLEGE PLANNING SEMINAR FOR PARENTS | 3:30 - 5:00 PM 
Crawford Lecture Hall, Morgan-Bellas-Dixon Math and Science Center

Navigating College Admission Tests

• How to respond to the flexibility afforded by test-optional policies
• Best way to approach the SAT vs ACT decision
• Debunking the most pervasive myths about testing
• Finding the optimal timeline for testing and test prep                  

DINNER | 5 PM
North Alcove of Benson Commons

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS PANEL | 7:00 – 8:00 PM *
Allen Theater (Representatives in attendance: Colgate University, Ursinus College, University of Vermont)
The College Admissions Panel will feature admissions officers from colleges and universities of varying admissions selectivity, size, and geography. This is a convenient opportunity for current Fifth Formers and their parents to learn more about the process and expectations of college admissions.

*All Fourth and Fifth Formers are required to attend

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST | 8:30 AM
Great Room, Berkshire Hall 

MOCK APPLICATION REVIEW (COLLEGE ADMISSIONS OFFICERS) | 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Great Room, Berkshire Hall (Representatives in attendance: Colgate University, Union College, Ursinus College, University of Vermont)
The Mock Application Review will feature the visiting college admissions officers' review and assessment of mock applications from Berkshire. This is a unique window into how college admissions decisions are made. It is historically the most interesting and informative component of the two-day program for parents.

CLOSING WITH COLLEGE COUNSELING TEAM | 11:15 AM
Great Room, Berkshire Hall 

Please note that all Fifth Formers are required to attend classes Thursday morning.

*Although Berkshire athletic contests are scheduled for Wednesday afternoon, any students with away games are scheduled to return to campus in time to attend the College Admissions Panel that evening.

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