C2C Counselor Webinar Fall 2026 (Hosted by Dartmouth College, Northwestern University, Princeton University, University of Southern California, and Vanderbilt University)
Thursday, September 3 | 11:00 - 12:00 pm PT / 2:00 - 3:00 pm ET
Dartmouth College, Northwestern University, Princeton University, University of Southern California, and Vanderbilt University invite counselors to a webinar to learn about our institutions, hear advice about the college search and application process, and get their questions answered from our admissions leadership. This session will not be recorded.
CEG’s Big Counselor Resource Drop: Tools Your Students Can Use (Hosted by College Essay Guy)
Wednesday, September 9 | 4:00 - 5:00 pm PT / 7:00 - 8:00 pm ET
Join us for a free live webinar where College Essay Guy’s Ethan Sawyer and former admission officer and senior college counselor Tillie Gottlieb open up the CEG resource vault and take you on a fast-moving, interactive tour through their newest tools for high school counselors (the ones that go way beyond the college essay).
Including:
- An updated (and fully editable!) Google Slides database covering everything from rec letters to list-building
- A brand-new exercise toolkit for helping 9th and 10th graders explore who they are
- Thoughtful, practical ways to use AI to make your workday easier
- Where to find the weirdly specific, immediately useful goodies you didn’t know we had
- How to put it all to work right away (you’ll leave with a comprehensive resource packet)"
California's 2027-28 CADAA and FAFSA Launch" "We are CADAA" Campaign (Hosted by The California Student Aid Commission)
Thursday, September 10 | 9:00 - 10:00 am PT / 12:00 - 1:00 pm ET
The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) is driven by its mission to promote educational equity by making postsecondary education affordable for all Californians. CSAC is proud to host monthly webinars to share expertise and best practices on financial aid applications completion and meet the goals of the "CSAC Student Success Blueprint."
These webinars provide a platform to convene as a community to:
- Hear the latest federal and state updates on financial aid
- Learn about CSAC’s tools and resources
- Listen to experts and partners in the field
- Address state emergencies and urgent access and success barriers
Six Colleges: Major, Minors, and More (Hosted by Six Colleges)
Thursday, September 10 | 5:00 - 6:00 pm PT/ 8:00 - 9:00 pm ET
Faculty and current students will talk about the academic experience at liberal arts colleges, from choosing a major to relationship building to research opportunities.
The six colleges include Amherst, Bowdoin, Carleton, Pomona, Swarthmore, and Williams College.
Admissions Unlocked LIVE! (Hosted by Ivy Dreams)
Wednesday, September 16 | 4:00 - 5:00 pm PT / 7:00 - 8:00 pm ET
A FREE Webinar Series for Rising Seniors and Families
🎓 Admissions Unlocked LIVE is a monthly webinar series for parents and students who are rising seniors. Many families wait too long to start preparing for the college admissions process. By senior year, missed deadlines, weak essays, and poor planning can create unnecessary stress. If you’re overwhelmed, unsure where to start, or tired of conflicting advice, this webinar is for you.
Each session is built around the PACE Framework:
• Plan
• Advocate
• Create
• Execute
You’ll leave with a better understanding of how to navigate the college admissions process step by step.
The Truth About GPAs, AP Scores, and College Admissions (Hosted by CurveBreakers)
Wednesday, September 30 | 4:30 - 5:30 pm PT / 7:30 - 8:30 pm ET
What will you learn?:
-GPAs vs. test scores: Finding the right balance
-What colleges look for beyond the numbers
-Unweighted vs. weighted GPA explained
-How AP scores factor in, and why they've been rising
-A widely-held assumption about AP (and Regents) scores that's no longer true
-Strategies to strengthen students’ applications
-Real admissions insights
-Tips for families
Understanding Financial Aid – A Guide to Paying for College (Hosted by United Way of Hunterdon County)
Wednesday, September 30 | 3:00 - 4:00 pm PT/ 6:00 - 7:00 pm ET
Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but financial aid can help make higher education more affordable. Join this informative webinar hosted by United Way of Hunterdon County to learn what financial aid is, the different types available, and how to apply. We'll walk you through the application process, explain eligibility requirements, and share tips to maximize your opportunities for funding.
The webinar will also cover alternative options, including scholarships, payment plans, workforce development programs, employer tuition assistance, and other resources that can help students reach their educational goals.
Whether you're a student, parent, or adult learner, this session will provide the knowledge and tools you need to make informed decisions about funding your education.
Help! My Teen Isn't Motivated: A Parent's Guide to Turning College Prep Avoidance into Action
(Hosted by: Collegewise)
Monday, August 3 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. (PT)/7:00 - 8:00 p.m. (ET)
If your teen avoids college conversations, puts off important tasks, or says they will “figure it out later,” it can be hard to know when to push, when to step back, and how to help without creating more tension.
But what looks like a lack of motivation is often something more complicated. Many teens are overwhelmed by pressure, afraid of making the wrong choice, unsure where to start, or worried about disappointing their parents. And when college prep starts to feel too big and stressful, avoidance can become their way of coping.
Join Collegewise counselor, Renee Bischoff, for a practical and reassuring conversation about what may be driving your teen’s resistance and what you can do differently to help your teen take meaningful steps forward.
Common App Supplemental Essay Prompt Updates/What's New
(Hosted by: College Essay Guy)
Monday, August 10 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. (PT)/7:00 - 8:00 p.m. (ET)
Join Ethan Sawyer, founder of College Essay Guy, along with Tom Campbell, Senior College Admissions Counselor & Essay Specialist, for an inside look at how to navigate supplemental essays, the Common Application, and the 2026 admissions season with confidence.
We’ll cover:
- A deep dive into the latest supplemental prompts from top schools
- Analysis of new “diversity” and “community” prompt variations
- A walkthrough of the Common Application platform for 2026
- Strategies for the “Additional Information” and “COVID-19” sections
- Must-have resources for staying organized during the app season
How to Stand Out On Your College Essays This Fall
(Hosted by: College Essay Guy)
Tuesday, August 25 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. (PT)/7:00 - 8:00 p.m. (PT)
Join Ethan Sawyer, founder of College Essay Guy, along with Tom Campbell, Senior College Admissions Counselor & Essay Specialist, for a countdown through the five qualities admissions officers look for, the four questions your personal statement should answer, and everything else you need to know for the 2026 admissions season.
We’ll cover:
- My deep-dive analysis of the update supplemental essay prompts for 2026.
- Five qualities college admission officers look for (based on an analysis of 300+ colleges and universities).
- Four key questions your personal statement should probably answer.
- Three keys to upleveling your activities list.
- Two qualities your supplemental essays should probably demonstrate.
- One walk-through of the NEW “challenges and circumstances” section.
