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Congrats to the Class of 2019!
Thank you for visiting the College and Career Center website! I am looking forward to working with you this year and helping you achieve your post- secondary goals. I am here to help ALL students get a head start on planning for life after high school. It's never too early to ask questions, search colleges and programs, and apply for scholarships.
On this page you will find very important college information for CUNY and SUNY schools, resources to guide you through the process, and opportunities to help you stand out. Take a look around!
You can also now visit the Resource Center and Work Room ( ), where you can skim through college brochures, find answers to common questions, and work on your college and financial aid applications.
I can be reached quickly by e-mail:
Office Phone Number: (718) 937- x.
Office Hours: Monday- Friday, 7:40 am- 2:20 pm , except period 6
Resource Center/ Work Room: Monday - Friday 7:45 am- 2:20 pm. Closed period 6
Yearly Exam Schedule: Here is a summary of the Upcoming Exams for the Year The information is subject to change so please check the monthly schedule to confirm.
Monthly Exam Schedule: See the Monthly Exams Section for additional information regarding the exams that are available this month.
SUNY College Fair at the Jacob Javits Center - Every year in October. Stay tuned.
National STEM College Fair at the Jacob Javits Center - Every Fall
Theater Operations and Performing Arts 3- year "Work and Learn" Program: New Victory Theater in NYC. Applications open until August 2019. Visit website for more info: New Victory Usher Corps
SAT Prep, Internships and volunteer work with our partners, Sunnyside Community Service: Visit Room 212 and 219 for opportunities and information. REGISTER NOW for summer session
Learn 3D Animation (Art, filming, video game design) - Made in NY Animation Lab. Every Thursday 4:30 - 6:00 pm. 162-24 Jamaica Ave, 2nd Fl. To sign up call (917) 282-0931 or e-mail: group@theanimationsproject.org
Teen Internship Program at the Brooklyn Library- Open to grades 10-12. You can choose to focus on digital media, youth and family services, humanities and more! Gain volunteer experience while earning a stipend ( a small allowance) $ . Visit their website or call them at (718) 230-2406 to learn more and apply.
Pre- College Art Program at Cooper Union- Saturday classes. Visit their website for more details! Free classes, free metro!
Amazing opportunity for any student interested in Science and Technology pathways! The STEP program is free to all eligible students; fee waivers are also available. Partner with colleges in NYC and gain experience, college credits, free Kaplan SAT prep, and transition help when you begin college. Don't miss out. See Ms. K in 143 or Ms. Zagada in 449.
Internship Opportunity: PLAY, early childhood enrichment center is looking for assistants to work with children 2-6 years old. Great for students interested in teaching, childcare, customer service/hospitality. Only 2 stops from Court Square. See Ms. K in 143 as soon as possible.
TORCH Peer Leadership: TORCH is looking for teens who are interested in learning about sexual health, are responsible, passionate, creative, and energetic leaders, and who have a desire to empower other teens to lead healthy lives. ($9 per hour) Learn more here!
Scroll Down for great programs (BCNY, Urban Upbound, ACE, SEO Scholars) that offer resume-building experience and college readiness perks like SAT Prep and workshops !
Use NextGenVest to receive free and personalized texting support for financial aid, scholarship help, and budgeting. Visit nextgenvest.com to sign up for free!
Use UP NEXT to receive free and personalized texting support throughout your financial aid process. Just text your first and last name to (240) 623- 8319 to get started!
Please, don't wait until it's too late to discuss your situation with the college counselor. Every conversation is confidential. Learn about your options early.
Check out these resources and scholarships that can help you out!
6 Things Undocumented Students Need to Know: Click here for 6 quick facts
Organizations, Resources, and the NY Law allowing students to pay in-state tuition: New York: Pages 22-24
Find Legal Help, Call the DACA Hotline, get help with the application, and more! Visit We Own The Dream!
A great list of scholarships that are friendly to undocumented students: Get the list here!
Visit the Hispanic Scholarship Fund for access to more opportunities: Don't Miss Out!
Scholarship Opportunity that has partnered with our CUNY colleges: Visit TheDream.us !
***More SAT options in the Spring, and October 2019***
SAT Test Date |
Registration Deadline |
October 5, 2019 |
September 24, 2019 |
November 2, 2019 |
October 22, 2019 |
Juniors: March 4, 2020 |
SAT School Day! |
ACT Test Date |
Registration Deadline |
September 14, 2019 |
August 16, 2019 |
October 26, 2019 |
September 20, 2019 |
December 14, 2019 |
November 8, 2019 |
View the CUNY Admission Profile:
Also available at the College Office
Learn about the WingsHonors Program:
CUNY Application Guidelines:
Use NYC College Line to get you started !
Skill search, Interest search, Career search use O*Net and My Next Move
Research colleges around the country. Use your preferences to filter your results at Big Future by College Board
Research Colleges by career: BestColleges.com
LGBTQ Friendly Colleges, Student Resources, And Support : Click Here! and HERE !
More college and career research sites: LearnHowToBecome.org
Want to go away and still stay in New York? Check out these New York State schools. WNY College Connection can help you explore some state schools and their application process.
Use these other websites to compare colleges:
Text your way through the college application and financial aid package with help from NextGenVest and What's Up Next
Don't underestimate the importance of Extra-Curricular activities. Doing a little bit more will go a long way when Colleges are reviewing your application. Here you will find programs that can provide support through personalized academic help, college/ career exploration, and extra perks (like free SAT prep).
Urban Upbound and SEO Scholars are programs that begin in the 9th grade and continue throughout High School. Each grade has specific goals, workshops, and fun activities.
BCNY the Boys Club of New York offers multiple services such as: a College Access Program, a Career Prep Program with paid employment, and tons of member benefits (FREE SAT prep, tutoring, sports teams, STEM club, and other various clubs)
The ACE Mentor Program is specifically designed for students interested in Architecture, Construction, and Engineering. Here you get to work with real professionals on projects, receive college and career advisement, and access to scholarships. Click here for the brochure
** These are great opportunities to help yourself academically, receive free helpful services, and engage in career exploration and preparation! **
** Check scholarships at the schools you plan on applying to **
Immigrant students (or 2 immigrant parents)/ Undocumented OK: Application available December of every year Click here for the Ascend Education Fund Schoalrship
NY STEM scholarships, visit hesc.ny.gov
Watch a short overview about paying for college on YouTube: Click Here
The office of Post Secondary Readiness: Scholarship and Financial Aid information Click Here
LendEDU The parent Guide to Paying for College Click Here
LendEDU Financial Aid Hotline: Text-in your questions about Financial Aid, scholarships, and loans to (302)278-4037. Check out the website for more information!
Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Student Loans Online Course Click here
For NY State Financial Aid, Scholarship, Grant Information visit HESC.ny.gov
More Information and Scholarship search Fastweb.com and Goodcall.com
Apply to CUNY (city public colleges) at CUNY.edu
Apply to SUNY (state public colleges and universities) at SUNY.edu
Over 600 private schools use the Common Application. Click here to see which schools use the Common App and to create an account.
If a school does not use CUNY, SUNY, or CommonApp then you have to apply directly to that institution.
Don't forget to send your SAT scores from College Board, and your transcript from any College Now courses.
Application Fee Waivers are available if you qualify !
Accepted to a school and ready to enroll? Use this great tool to access checklists for enrollment: Click Here!
Always stay in touch with the college counselor throughout the process !
View the College Application Guide created by the Fair Opportunity Project Download it here !
