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Full Application Review: Learn What Makes a Strong Application
See what makes a winning college application as Cohort HQ walks through real examples, breaking down essays, activities, and strategies to help you stand out.
You can view and sign up for all future Cohort events here.

Research, Sports, Service: How to build a strong activities list
What does a strong activities list look like? Do you need research? Sports? Community Service? Hear from Cohort's experts on how to build an activities list and create a meaningful high school experience.
You can view and sign up for all future Cohort events here.

Crushing Your Standardized Tests: How to study for the SAT/ACT
Learn the basics of preparing for the SAT/ACT. Much of it comes down to the right preparation!
You can view and sign up for all future Cohort events here.

Last-minute Activities: Exploring your interests in quick, efficient ways
Colleges want to see students pursue their interests. But what if you don't have time? What if you're not sure? Join Cohort to learn about quick, efficient ways to pursue your genuine interests, even if it's at the last minute.
You can view and sign up for all future Cohort events here.

Turning Summer Breaks into College Wins: How to maximize your summers
Not sure how you should be spending this summer? Cohort HQ will walk through common (and uncommon) activities students can pursue over the summer to explore interests and strengthen college applications.
You can view and sign up for all future Cohort events here.

Computer Science Panel: How to get started in high school
Computer Science is one of the most popular majors out there. Hear from a panel of software engineers on what you should do in high school, college, and beyond to prepare for a career in tech.
The panel will be hosted by Cohort’s CTO, Caden Mackenzie.
You can view and sign up for all future Cohort events here.

Letters of Rec: When and how to ask
Letters of recommendation are a key part of the college application that is often overlooked. Cohort will walk through who, how, and when to ask for letters of recommendation.
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Passion Projects: What are they, how they strengthen college apps, and how to start
In this workshop, we will discuss what a passion project is, how it can strengthen a college application, and how you can get started on your own.
You can view and sign up for all future Cohort events here.

Common App Essay 101: Strategies for standout essays
Want to learn the basics of what makes a strong Common App essay/Personal Statement? We’ll walk through the basic principles of what makes a strong Common App essay and how to go about writing one.
You can view and sign up for all future Cohort events here.

Full Application Review: Learn What Makes a Strong Application
See what makes a winning college application as Cohort HQ walks through real examples, breaking down essays, activities, and strategies to help you stand out.
You can view and sign up for all future Cohort events here.

College Admissions Timeline for Juniors
Master the busiest year of high school while preparing for college admissions.
You can view and sign up for all future Cohort events here.

College Admissions Timeline for Sophomores
Learn what high school sophomores should focus on to deepen the high school experience with an eye toward college admissions.
You can view and sign up for all future Cohort events here.

College Admissions Timeline for Freshmen
Learn what freshmen should focus on now to build a foundation for a great high school experience with an eye toward college admissions.
You can view and sign up for all future Cohort events here.

Selective Colleges Panel: What Are Selective Schools Really Like?
Hear directly from students and alumni about what life is really like at the nation’s most selective colleges—academics, campus culture, and everything in between.
You can view and sign up for all future Cohort events here.

Selective Colleges Panel: What Are Selective Schools Really Like?
Hear directly from students and alumni about what life is really like at the nation’s most selective colleges—academics, campus culture, and everything in between.
You can view and sign up for all future Cohort events here.

Competitive Merit Scholarships: What They Are and How to Get Them
Are you applying to competitive merit scholarship programs at universities (e.g. the Duke Robertson Scholarship, Vanderbilt Ingram Scholars, etc.)? Learn about some of these programs and how to apply.

How to apply to the UCs
Want to know how the UC application process is different? Join Cohort’s experts as we discuss the ins and outs of the UC application.

Crushing your standardized tests: How to study for the SAT/ACT
Learn the basics of preparing for the SAT/ACT. Much of it comes down to the right preparation!

Small Liberal Arts Colleges: What They Are and What They Do
Learn how small liberal arts colleges can offer a personalized education and unique opportunities that might just be your perfect fit.

STEM Careers: In High School, College, and Beyond
Dive into a panel discussion with professionals in STEM careers as they explore how to prepare for groundbreaking careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.

Business Careers: In High School, College, and Beyond
Hear from an accomplished panel of business professionals who will reveal the steps to building a successful business career, starting as early as high school.

Pre-med Careers: In High School, College, and Beyond
Join our expert panel of pre-med professionals and students as they share insights and actionable tips for navigating the pre-med pathway, from high school to medical school.

How to Research Colleges: Finding the Information That Actually Matters
Discover the tools and strategies to cut through the noise and focus on what truly counts when researching colleges—because the right fit makes all the difference.

No College is Worth $300K in Debt: Strategies to Limit Student Loans
Cohort HQ will walk through efficient strategies to find affordable schools and avoid accruing massive debt for college. Come ready with questions!

TIKTOK LIVE: Common App questions
Join us live on TikTok (@collegebycohort) where we'll answer your Common App questions!

Crushing your standardized tests: How to study for the SAT/ACT
Learn the basics of preparing for the SAT/ACT. Much of it comes down to the right preparation!

Beyond Rankings: How to Create Your Right College List
Learn the basics of building a strong and balanced college list!

Passion Projects: What are they, how they strengthen college apps, and how to start
In this workshop, we will discuss what a passion project is, how it can strengthen a college application, and how you can get started on your own.

A Parent’s Role in College Admissions
Join Cohort HQ as we discuss how to support your child through college admissions. We will discuss what your role is, how to build a balanced college list with an eye toward affordability, and what colleges look for in college applications.

Turning Summer Breaks into College Wins: How to maximize your summers
Not sure how you should be spending this summer? Cohort HQ will walk through common (and uncommon) activities students can pursue over the summer to explore interests and strengthen college applications.

No College is Worth $300K in Debt: Strategies to Limit Student Loans
Cohort HQ will walk through efficient strategies to find affordable schools and avoid accruing massive debt for college. Come ready with questions!

Passion Projects: What are they, how they strengthen college apps, and how to start
In this workshop, we will discuss what a passion project is, how it can strengthen a college application, and how you can get started on your own.

Juniors: How to Prepare for College Admissions
Not sure what you need to be thinking about as a junior in high school? Learn from Cohort HQ as we explore how to approach junior year while preparing for college admissions.

Honors, APs, Dual Enrollment: Picking the Right Classes for College Admissions
Not sure what your class schedule should look like next year? We’ll discuss how to go about class selection while keeping an eye on college apps.

Sports, Band, Journalism, Theater: What activities stand out on college applications
Learn what colleges look for in an activities list and how to build up your activities throughout high school!

How to apply to the UCs
Want to know how the UC application process is different? Join Cohort’s experts as we discuss the ins and outs of the UC application.

Inside a 2024 Duke admit’s successful application!
Want to see how this student got into Duke? Cohort HQ will walk through 2 example applications — one with errors and one without — and we’ll show you how one of our students successfully applied to Duke using Cohort's one proven way to apply.

Inside a 2024 Duke admit’s successful application!
Want to see how this student got into Duke? Cohort HQ will walk through 2 example applications — one with errors and one without — and we’ll show you how one of our students successfully applied to Duke using Cohort's one proven way to apply.

Early Application Strategy
Not sure where to apply early? Learn how to optimize your early application strategy to your own needs!

Inside a 2024 Duke admit’s successful application!
Want to see how this student got into Duke? Cohort HQ will walk through 2 example applications — one with errors and one without — and we’ll show you how one of our students successfully applied to Duke using Cohort's one proven way to apply.