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Researching
Colleges
SCHOOL COUNSELING ACTIVITIES FOR
JUNIORS AND SENIORS
Now that you’ve gotten a start on your research, we can look at
some further activities and opportunities where you can gain
more information.
Fall/Spring College representatives visit Duanesburg: A number
of representatives from a variety of colleges visit the school
counseling office to speak with students throughout the fall and
spring.
October PSAT: Offered at Duanesburg High School
November College Fair: Schenectady County Community College and
the Empire State Plaza both host College Fairs
ASVAB: Offered at Duanesburg High School
December Financial Aid Night: A financial aide representative
from SUNY spends an evening at DCS giving information on the
basics of filing for financial aid. He will also answer your
questions.
April Job Fair: Schenectady Chamber of Commerce hosts a Summer
Job Fair.
Construction Day Career Fair: Hosted by Schenectady County.
May College Fair: Hosted by Hudson Valley Community College.
Juniors: You should see your school counselor in the late
winter/ early spring to start the college planning process. By
the end of your junior year you should have a list of colleges
to research over the summer and visit, if possible.
Seniors: Continue researching colleges, narrowing down your list
as you go. By November you should have a list of 3 to 5 schools
and start filling out your applications. Financial aid
applications can be filed after the 1st of January. Visit the
school counseling office frequently to look for any scholarships
for which you are eligible. The more you apply for, the more
money you have a chance to receive.
Throughout this process your school counselor will be available
to answer any questions that you might have. Counselors are also
happy to answer any questions that your parents might have.
Parent meetings and telephone contacts are always welcome.
As well as the activities listed above, meeting with college
representatives is a great way to gather more information. On
the next page you will find information about representatives
who visit DCS each fall/spring and a list of possible questions
that may help you get information that is important to you.
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