Fifth Form College Program
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 1
L-R: Michael J. Keaton, Vice President for Enrollment Management, Ursinus College; Kyla McClanahan '20, Assistant Director of Admissions, The University of Vermont Katherine DeSieno, Senior Associate Dean of Admissions; Coordinator of Admissions Communications, Union College; Gary L. Ross '77, Vice President and Dean of Admission and Financial Aid, Colgate University
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
THURSDAY, FEB. 2
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.