City of College Dreams Regional Events

Shrink Your Loans and College Expenses

Workshop Details
Date and Time: 
Friday, January 22, 2010, 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm EST
How It Works: 
Attend from home (in your PJs!) via Internet or phone.
Who Can Attend: 
Scholarship Super Camp participants may attend.
Recommended: 
A high-speed Internet connection.
Where to Watch: 
www.CityofCollegeDreams.org/camp/theater
Cost: 
To sign up for Scholarship Super Camp, visit www.cityofcollegedreams.org/camp

Topics covered in this workshop include:

  • Ranking the Six Types of Student Loans
  • How to Find the Best Lender Deal
  • Front-End vs. Back-End Loan Benefits
  • Loan Forgiveness Programs
  • Saving Thousands on College Textbooks
  • Computer Deals for Students
  • Saving a Bundle on Student Travel
  • Getting Student Car Insurance Discounts
  • Saving Cash on Dorm Room Costs
  • Earning College Cash Rebates

Get Admitted to Any College or Grad School

Workshop Details
Date and Time: 
Thursday, January 21, 2010, 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm EST
How It Works: 
Attend from home (in your PJs!) via Internet or phone.
Who Can Attend: 
Scholarship Super Camp participants may attend.
Recommended: 
A high-speed Internet connection.
Where to Watch: 
www.CityofCollegeDreams.org/camp/theater
Cost: 
To sign up for Scholarship Super Camp, visit www.cityofcollegedreams.org/camp

Topics covered in this workshop include:

  • How to "Date" a College
  • The Four Questions that Reveal the Best College for You
  • Getting Beyond the College Rankings Hype
  • The Biggest Mistakes Students Make When Choosing a College
  • Maximizing Your College Tour
  • SAT vs. ACT
  • Bumping Up Your Standardized Test Scores
  • Enhancing Your Academic Transcript
  • Choosing a College Essay Topic
  • Making Your College Essay Stand Out in the Pile
  • Keeping Perspective on the College Admissions Process

FAFSA Magic - Supersizing Financial Aid

FAFSA Magic - Supersizing Financial Aid
Workshop Details
Date and Time: 
Thursday, January 14, 2010, 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm EST
How It Works: 
Attend from home (in your PJs!) via Internet or phone.
Who Can Attend: 
Scholarship Super Camp participants may attend.
Recommended: 
A high-speed Internet connection.
Where to Watch: 
www.CityofCollegeDreams.org/camp/theater
Cost: 
To sign up for Scholarship Super Camp, visit www.cityofcollegedreams.org/camp
Topics covered in this workshop include:

  • Understanding the Calculation of Financial Need
  • The Golden Rule of Financial Aid
  • The Three Methodologies a College May Use
  • Secrets of Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
  • Reducing Your EFC
  • How to Get to the Front of the Aid Line
  • Securing a "Preferential Package"
  • How to Present Your "Special Circumstances" to Get More Grants
  • How to Work with the Financial Aid Office

Scholarship Applications That Rock!

Scholarship Applications That Rock!
Workshop Details
Date and Time: 
Wednesday, January 13, 2010, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST
How It Works: 

Attend from home (in your PJs!) via Internet or phone.

Who Can Attend: 
Scholarship Super Camp participants may attend.
Recommended: 
A high-speed Internet connection or phone line.
Where to Watch: 
www.CityofCollegeDreams.org/camp/theater
Cost: 

To sign up for Scholarship Super Camp, visit www.cityofcollegedreams.org/camp

Topics covered in this workshop include:

 
  • Creating a Priority Scholarship Calendar
  • Tracking Down and Managing Dozens of Scholarship Applications
  • Brainstorming Your Application Theme
  • Strategically Enhancing Your Record in Key Areas
  • Digging Up the "Hidden" Judging Criteria
  • Making Your Scholarship Essay Soar
  • Presenting Your Activities and Honors
  • Developing Quality Recommendation Letters

Get Admitted to Any College or Grad School

Workshop Details
Date and Time: 
Thursday, January 7, 2010, 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm EST
How It Works: 

Attend from home (in your PJs!) via Internet or phone.

Who Can Attend: 
Scholarship Super Camp participants may attend.
Recommended: 
A high-speed Internet connection.
Where to Watch: 

www.CityofCollegeDreams.org/camp/theater

Cost: 

To sign up for Scholarship Super Camp, visit www.cityofcollegedreams.org/camp

Topics covered in this workshop include:

 
  • How to "Date" a College
  • The Four Questions that Reveal the Best College for You
  • Getting Beyond the College Rankings Hype
  • The Biggest Mistakes Students Make When Choosing a College
  • Maximizing Your College Tour
  • SAT vs. ACT
  • Bumping Up Your Standardized Test Scores
  • Enhancing Your Academic Transcript
  • Choosing a College Essay Topic
  • Making Your College Essay Stand Out in the Pile
  • Keeping Perspective on the College Admissions Process

Shrink Your Loans and College Expenses

Workshop Details
Date and Time: 
Wednesday, January 6, 2010, 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm EST
How It Works: 

Attend from home (in your PJs!) via Internet or phone.

Who Can Attend: 
Scholarship Super Camp participants may attend.
Recommended: 
A high-speed Internet connection.
Where to Watch: 

www.CityofCollegeDreams.org/camp/theater

Cost: 

To sign up for Scholarship Super Camp, visit www.cityofcollegedreams.org/camp

Topics covered in this workshop include:


  • Ranking the Six Types of Student Loans
  • How to Find the Best Lender Deal
  • Front-End vs. Back-End Loan Benefits
  • Loan Forgiveness Programs
  • Saving Thousands on College Textbooks
  • Computer Deals for Students
  • Saving a Bundle on Student Travel
  • Getting Student Car Insurance Discounts
  • Saving Cash on Dorm Room Costs
  • Earning College Cash Rebates

Scholarship Applications That Rock!

Scholarship Applications That Rock!
Workshop Details
Date and Time: 
Wednesday, December 30, 2009, 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm EST
How It Works: 
Attend from home (in your PJs!) via Internet or phone.
Who Can Attend: 
Scholarship Super Camp participants may attend.
Recommended: 
A high-speed Internet connection or phone line.
Where to Watch: 

www.CityofCollegeDreams.org/camp/theater

Cost: 
To sign up for Scholarship Super Camp, visit www.cityofcollegedreams.org/camp
Topics covered in this workshop include:

  • Creating a Priority Scholarship Calendar
  • Tracking Down and Managing Dozens of Scholarship Applications
  • Brainstorming Your Application Theme
  • Strategically Enhancing Your Record in Key Areas
  • Digging Up the "Hidden" Judging Criteria
  • Making Your Scholarship Essay Soar
  • Presenting Your Activities and Honors
  • Developing Quality Recommendation Letters

Shrink Your Loans and College Expenses

Workshop Details
Date and Time: 
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST
How It Works: 
Attend from home (in your PJs!) via Internet or phone.
Who Can Attend: 
Scholarship Super Camp participants may attend.
Recommended: 
A high-speed Internet connection.
Where to Watch: 

www.CityofCollegeDreams.org/camp/theater

Cost: 
To sign up for Scholarship Super Camp, visit www.cityofcollegedreams.org/camp
Topics covered in this workshop include:

  • Ranking the Six Types of Student Loans
  • How to Find the Best Lender Deal
  • Front-End vs. Back-End Loan Benefits
  • Loan Forgiveness Programs
  • Saving Thousands on College Textbooks
  • Computer Deals for Students
  • Saving a Bundle on Student Travel
  • Getting Student Car Insurance Discounts
  • Saving Cash on Dorm Room Costs
  • Earning College Cash Rebates

FAFSA Magic - Supersizing Financial Aid

FAFSA Magic - Supersizing Financial Aid
Workshop Details
Date and Time: 
Tuesday, December 29, 2009, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST
How It Works: 
Attend from home (in your PJs!) via Internet or phone.
Who Can Attend: 
Scholarship Super Camp participants may attend.
Recommended: 
A high-speed Internet connection.
Where to Watch: 
www.CityofCollegeDreams.org/camp/theater
Cost: 
To sign up for Scholarship Super Camp, visit www.cityofcollegedreams.org/camp
Topics covered in this workshop include:

  • Understanding the Calculation of Financial Need
  • The Golden Rule of Financial Aid
  • The Three Methodologies a College May Use
  • Secrets of Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
  • Reducing Your EFC
  • How to Get to the Front of the Aid Line
  • Securing a "Preferential Package"
  • How to Present Your "Special Circumstances" to Get More Grants
  • How to Work with the Financial Aid Office

Shrink Your Loans and College Expenses

Workshop Details
Date and Time: 
Tuesday, December 22, 2009, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST
How It Works: 
Attend from home (in your PJs!) via Internet or phone.
Who Can Attend: 
Scholarship Super Camp participants may attend.
Recommended: 
A high-speed Internet connection.
Where to Watch: 

www.CityofCollegeDreams.org/camp/theater

Cost: 
To sign up for Scholarship Super Camp, visit www.cityofcollegedreams.org/camp
Topics covered in this workshop include:

  • Ranking the Six Types of Student Loans
  • How to Find the Best Lender Deal
  • Front-End vs. Back-End Loan Benefits
  • Loan Forgiveness Programs
  • Saving Thousands on College Textbooks
  • Computer Deals for Students
  • Saving a Bundle on Student Travel
  • Getting Student Car Insurance Discounts
  • Saving Cash on Dorm Room Costs
  • Earning College Cash Rebates
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