*College Visits and Events
College Visits, Events & Fairs
Juniors! Seniors! College Rep Visits
Students! Sign Up On Naviance
From Naviance select “What’s New” to view College Visit List or use the College Tab on the navigation bar. Email Ms. Bristol, chbristol@seattleschools.org if you have questions. Sign Up/Check Out a College in the Counseling Center!
In-Person College Visits
College Rep Visits last the length of the Class Period that they start in the Counseling Center unless otherwise noted.
College, Date, Time
- Seattle Pacific University (WA): Nov 21 at 8:50 a.m.
- University of Washington-Tacoma Campus; Nov. 21 at 12:45 p.m.
- New Mexico State University-Main Campus; Nov. 25 at 2:45 p.m.
- Portland State University (OR); Nov. 27 at 8:50 a.m.
College, Date, Time
- University of Providence (Montana) Counseling Center; Dec. 9 at 11:00 a.m.
College and Career Resources, Fairs and Events
Breaking News & Events
College & Career Resource Fair Dec. 7
Don’t miss the College and Career Resource Fair! Juniors and Seniors join us at the New Holly Gathering Hall to connect with representatives from various colleges, universities, and companies. Discover educational programs, career paths, scholarships opportunities and valuable resources to help you succeed in your academic and professional journey. Don’t miss out on this chance to network and gather information that can shape your future!
Seniors! College Application Drop In: Dec. 4 & Jan. 8
Seniors! The counselors will have drop-in support time to help you with your college applications in the counseling center on the following Wednesdays after school from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. on December 4, January 8.
Please bring your questions and your laptop and we can help you with college applications, completing the Seattle Promise Scholarship, or any other questions you have about your post-high school plans.
Seattle Black College Expo Jan. 18
Join us at the upcoming Seattle Black College Expo, Saturday January 18, 2025, as well as the opportunity to win scholarship money by writing an essay which the deadline for that is, January 6, 2025 by 11 p.m. (pst).
Learn more about the Expo and the Scholarship.
V.I.B.E.S. Conference Deadline Jan. 17
Visionaries Inspiring Black Empowered Students – at Washington State University! This annual conference is a three-day, two-night event designed to inspire and empower Black students, focusing on leadership development and higher education.
Event Details
- Dates: February 7-9, 2025
- Location: WSU Pullman Campus
- Student Application: Opens November 1, 2024
- Application Deadline: January 17, 2025 by 11:59 PM
- Transportation: Provided via charter buses from multiple locations across Washington state.
- Cost: $50 (covers transportation, lodging, meals, and conference materials; please note that fee waivers are limited and available upon request)
The conference is primarily for Juniors and Seniors from African-American backgrounds, but we welcome applications from students of all identities and grade levels. Student attendees will engage in workshops, team-building activities, and discussions on college prep, personal growth, and community challenges.
Why College Visits Are Important
Why Visit Colleges
- Get a firsthand view, Get answers to your questions, Get valuable information, and Get ready to decide.
Research and information from Gear Up, Wa. State shows that students who attend at least 1 college visit are 1½ times more likely to enroll in college after high school graduation, & even 3 times more likely if a parent attends the college visit with the student. Visiting a campus can help you get a first-hand look at a school or program to see if it is a good fit. You can see what the atmosphere is like.
Find out what support programs are offered and talk to faculty, financial aid and admissions office, and other students. If visiting in person is not an option, you can take virtual tours to learn about different post-high school pathways. Check out our Gear Up Resources page for more information.