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College Counseling
Individualized College Readiness
Dawson's student to college counselor ratio is 30:1. At surrounding schools, the ratio is a whopping 300:1, and often students are working with an 'everything counselor'. The access to personalized college counseling at Dawson is unmatched, and why 100% of our graduates are accepted to college.
Every year more than 100 colleges and universities visit Dawson. And because of our small class sizes, students get the opportunity to spend one-on-one time with the people making admission decisions. It's an incredible opportunity that other schools can't provide.
Beyond the personalized attention, Dawson's college counseling program provides families with educational programs beginning in middle school. When students begin their freshman year, families are provided a grade-by-grade roadmap for managing the college journey. Our program includes required college counseling classes in junior and senior year.
Every year more than 100 colleges and universities visit Dawson. And because of our small class sizes, students get the opportunity to spend one-on-one time with the people making admission decisions. It's an incredible opportunity that other schools can't provide.
Beyond the personalized attention, Dawson's college counseling program provides families with educational programs beginning in middle school. When students begin their freshman year, families are provided a grade-by-grade roadmap for managing the college journey. Our program includes required college counseling classes in junior and senior year.
Our approach is individualized and personal. By focusing on each student's unique goals and priorities, we connect them with the right opportunities, provide clear direction, and ensure they are equipped to succeed in college and beyond.
College Counseling Program
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Essay writing bootcamp
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PSAT on site
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Test readiness classes
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Junior Year class
- Comprehensive College Prep: Juniors explore colleges meeting academic, social, and financial needs through self-reflection and structured guidance.
- Personalized Exploration Tools: Students use SCOIR, attend college rep visits, and complete personality assessments for informed college decision-making.
- Focused Weekly Sessions: Weekly classes cover the Common Application, essay writing, and building a list of potential colleges.
- Tailored Resources for Success: Students utilize SCOIR, The Common Application, and College Kickstart to simplify and enhance their application process.
- Practical and Measurable Outcomes: Students create a college list, understand applications, and improve communication with admissions professionals.
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Senior Year class
- Practical Admissions Guidance: Fall course helps seniors apply knowledge, focusing on college applications and refining lists through weekly sessions.
- Targeted Weekly Sessions: Students work on applications, narrow college lists, and discuss key search elements for informed decision-making.
- Essential Tools: Scoir and The Common Application simplify applications, helping students manage submissions efficiently and gain critical admissions insights.
- Strategic Planning: Students evaluate admissions likelihood, balance “reach” and “likely” schools, and learn financial planning for college affordability.
- Effective Communication: Students build confidence, mastering application components and communication with admissions professionals to secure their ideal college options.
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