Updates and Events

We are excited to announce that once again we have partnered with Princeton Review to offer Free ACT, SAT, and PSAT practice tests for all DCHS students! In person, digital practice testing provides students with the experience of a proctored exam and the speed of immediate feedback on their test performance. The testing is free to all DCHS students! Please sign your student up for one of the exams by selecting the appropriate link in the attached file, "DCHS- SAT, PSAT, & ACT Practice Test.pdf". All test sessions will begin at 9:00am sharp on Saturday, February 8th, and all students must be checked-in by 8:50am. Students must bring their own digital device, laptop or Chromebook (preferred) or tablet with sufficient charge to last the entire test duration (~3 hrs depending on test selected). Check in for registered students will be in the hallway in front of the Theater in the North Building at DCHS. Food and drink are only allowed before the test begins or during break and only outside of the designated testing room.

Applications are open for fall 2025 and we're eager to welcome a new group of talented and driven students to our community.

APPLICATIONS FOR FALL 2025 ARE NOW OPEN!

Application deadlines

First-year students may apply Early Action or Regular Admission to Binghamton for fall 2025 through The Common Application, SUNY Application or the Coalition Application. When students apply between Oct.21 – Nov.3 on The Common Application, SUNY Application or Coalition Application, it’s completely free.

Early Action deadline is Nov. 1, with all application materials due by Dec. 1. Students will receive a decision by Jan. 15.
Regular admission deadline is Jan. 15. Students will receive a decision by April 1.

Application information

Binghamton is committed to reducing barriers to access and will remain test-optional, meaning we do not require standardized test scores (SAT or ACT). First-year students are required to submit a high school transcript. Note: Binghamton is no longer participating in Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR). We require one letter of recommendation, from either a counselor or a teacher. See full details about our requirements here.
Students can check the status of their application at anytime through our online application status checker.

Visiting Binghamton

Registration is open for Binghamton's Fall Open House. Students and families and can choose from four dates in October and November. Check out our daily campus visit schedule for other opportunities to tour Binghamton.

Bioengineering at CU Denver, Anschutz Medical Campus
When: Thursday, October 3, 2024, 4:30 - 7:00pm
Where: Bioscience 2, Anschutz Medical Campus
12705 E. Montview Blvd, Aurora, CO 80045

Dear Students, Teachers, BOLT Alumni, Prospective Students, and Friends of Bioengineering at CU Anschutz,   
 
Please join us October 3rd to find out more about the undergraduate and graduate degree programs in Bioengineering at CU Denver, Anschutz Medical Campus. Check-in is at 4:30pm and a brief introduction to our programs will begin at 5:00pm.  At this event you will get to meet some of our faculty and students and see the innovative research taking place at the Anschutz Medical Campus. Please register prior to the event!  We also welcome walk-in registration. 

The 2025 college search, application, and selection process is upon us. Leann Schmitz (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) and Brian Zaun (San Diego State University) invite you and your students to a Cal State Apply information session to learn about applying to “the other CSU.

Cal State Apply Information Sessions:

• Thursday, September 5 at 6:30pm | Koelbel Library (Forum Theater), 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial, CO  801021

• Tuesday, September 10 at 6:30pm |  Broomfield Library (Eisenhower Meeting Room A), 3 Community Park Rd., Broomfield, CO  80020

All students are welcome to attend this unique event, but it will likely be most beneficial for seniors. We look forward to seeing you. Register with the links above to save your spot. Please let us know if you have any questions.

Best regards,

Brian Zaun, Regional Admissions and Recruitment Manager
San Diego State University
bzaun@sdsu.edu

Leann Schmitz, Regional Admissions Manager
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
Lschmi03@calpoly.edu

We believe in the Future U!

We believe that not all learning happens in the classroom.
We believe if you want to go to college, you should be able to.
We believe finding the right job should not be a struggle.  

If you are between 16 and 24 years old and looking for assistance with achieving your education and employment goals, get started with a Future U team member today.  

Discover the Future U!  

Call 303.636.1260 or email our team at FutureU@arapahoegov.com. View the Future U Program Flyer. Request to speak with a FutureU team member through our Interest Form. 

Reach your education & employment goals:

• Earn while you learn with on-the-job training
• Explore apprenticeships
• Prep for and obtain your GED
• Upgrade your skills
• Earn an online high school diploma
• Explore in-demand careers and industries
• Find education opportunities
• Get hired with job search assistance

If you are not eligible for Future U programs, we can still help! The workforce center can connect you to many other programs to help you achieve your goals.  

Apply for Fall 2025 Today!

It’s finally time! Students interested in attending DigiPen starting with the Fall 2025 semester can now apply. We’re laying the groundwork for our next cohort of Dragons, and we’re callingall students interested in computer science, game design, audio production, and digital art and animation to apply.

How to Apply

Find out why YOU BELONG HERE!

Join us for Discover Day and get to know what CSU Pueblo is all about! We host 4 Discover Days each academic year — two in the fall, and two in the spring — generally running from 8:00am - 12:00pm. Plus, at each Discover Day, a $1,000 scholarship will be given away to one randomly selected attendee!

An Overview of In-Person Discover Day

Enjoy breakfast on us and a vibrant Involvement Fair with representatives from clubs and organizations. The formal program begins with an exciting welcome session followed by in-depth information about admissions and financial aid specific to your student needs. You will then have the opportunity to visit with professors in your intended major and from across the colleges at our Majors Fair. Next, you will attend a student or parent Q&A panel and go on a tour of our incredible Pueblo campus. Finally you will be our guest for free lunch in our Pack Café, and you will receive a discount coupon for CSU Pueblo gear in the bookstore!

In-Person Discover Dates:

• April 12, 2025
• October 11, 2025 - homecoming weekend
• November 15, 2025

Register for in-person Discover Day!

What is the Leadership Studies Department (LDRS) at DU?

Leadership Studies consists of two outstanding cohort-based programs for undergraduate students: Colorado Women's College Leadership Scholars (CWCLS) and PLP. Each program provides students with leadership theory courses and community events outside of the classroom. Students who complete either program receive a Minor in Leadership Studies.

Who is Leadership Studies for?

Both LDRS programs are for incoming first-year undergraduate students at DU who want to belong to a larger community and dive into learning about the study of leadership. Programs pair well with almost every major.

Does LDRS offer scholarships?

PLP is a cost neutral program. PLP does not offer financial scholarships for students, however, there is no cost to students for participating in the program. CWCLS offers a scholarship of up to $6,000 per student and there is no cost for participating in the program.

Requirements to Join:

• Must apply to DU and be accepted first.
• Must complete the PLP or CWCLS application (apply through websites).
  • This application is separate from DU’s undergraduate application.
• Must be an incoming first-year undergraduate student.

Benefits of Joining:

• A strong cohort community.
• Students earn a minor in Leadership Studies.
• Engaging and impactful events, speakers, retreats, and community engagement.
• Connection to a large world-wide alumni network.
• Financial scholarship (CWCLS only).

Do I need to commit to DU before I apply to PLP or CWCLS?

Does applying mean I must attend DU?

No, to both questions. Any student who is accepted to DU may apply to join PLP or CWCLS, and you do not have to be committed to DU. Applying is not binding. If a student is accepted, they may decline the offer because of interest in another program at DU or they can decide to attend a different school. Since space is limited, we encourage all interested students to apply, even if they are unsure what university they want to attend.

Can you join PLP and CWCLS?

No. These two programs have similar requirements, benefits and conclude with earning a Minor in Leadership Studies, so there is no reason to join both.

What is the difference between PLP and CWCLS?

The main difference between the two programs is that CWCLS focuses on a culturally responsive leadership curriculum through a feminist lens, while PLP is a broader study of leadership theory. Second, CWCLS offers a scholarship, but PLP does not. Lastly, PLP requires first-year students to live together on-campus in a dorm community; CWCLS does not require students to live on-campus.

Free applications from October 1- November 30!

South Dakota Mines is opening doors for aspiring STEM students!

Right now, we’re offering a FREE applicationperiod from October 1-November 30 for our South Dakota Advantage students, making it easier than ever students to apply and discover everything Mines has to offer. With top-ranked programs in engineering, science, and technology, South Dakota Mines is the perfect launchpad for students passionate about solving the world’s toughest challenges.

We encourage you to apply today. It’s a simple process that could lead to extraordinary outcomes.

APPLY

Find out what the Navy can offer you and if it may be a right fit after high school! 

Navy COOL (osd.mil) 

UCCS Cyber K-12 Family Night! 

Ever wondered what cybersecurity is all about? Is it a good thing or a bad thing? Are your kids often found with their heads in their phones? How do we close the Digital Divide with our kids? Do you want to learn about careers in cybersecurity? This event is for you! Thanks to our sponsors, dinner will be provided and the event is free!  This event is family- and dreamer-friendly.

A FEW IMPORTANT DETAILS:

• Date: Thursday, Nov. 21st, 2024
• Time: 5:30 – 7pm
• Location: Family Success Center – Pikes Peak United Way
• Address: 1520 Verde Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80910
• The evening will be delivered 100% in Spanish
• Dinner will be provided!
• Please CLICK HERE to learn more (website in English & Spanish!)

Families are welcome and encouraged! Please invite family and friends to learn more about this evolving topic that provides lots of opportunity for our kids. Thank you for your interest in UCCS cybersecurity events! If you have any questions, please email UCCS at cyber@uccs.edu. 

Students can request fee waiver benefits directly from College Board: We encourage eligible students to receive SAT fee waiver benefits by logging in to their College Board account and submitting a request. Learn more.

Dear Douglas County Families,

There will be another high-quality SAT prep course this fall. Campus Prep has provided the SAT program at the University of Denver for the past 7 years and has been the official SAT provider for the Boulder Valley School District.

Course Info:

• 27-hour comprehensive course, including 3 proctored practice exams
• Starts in Oct. and runs for 7 weeks online
• Taught live by a 99^th percentile expert instructor

Apply for the course (and see schedules) at campusprep.org/sat. 

• Costs $185
• Students who complete the course often increase their score by over 200 points 

The courses are filling up fast. Apply at campusprep.org/sat (it takes 60 seconds to apply)

Questions? Email admin@campusprep.org or call (877) 805-2521.

CASFA, the Colorado Application for State Financial Aid, is the state financial aid application for undocumented, Colorado ASSET students.

The purpose of CASFA is to determine the need for financial aid awards for students historically excluded from receiving state and federal financial aid. CASFA positively supports families and is a logical next step in efforts to erase equity gaps and put college in reach for the families who benefit most from a postsecondary education.

Start or Complete the CASFA

FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, allows students to apply for federal student aid such as federal grants, work-study funds and loans. Completing and submitting the FAFSA gives students access to the largest source of aid to help them pay for college or career school. 

In addition, many states and colleges use FAFSA information to determine eligibility for state and school aid. Some private aid providers may use FAFSA information to determine whether you qualify for their aid.

Start or Complete the FAFSA

To learn more about the FAFSA and CASFA, please visit the CDHE website.

Bronfman Fellows explore existential questions and Jewish ideas while building friendships with peers who are as curious as they are, joining a lifelong community that inspires them to change the world for the better. Bronfman Fellows explore existential questions and Jewish ideas while building friendships with peers who are as curious as they are, joining a lifelong community that inspires them to change the world for the better. 

Applicants must be in 11th grade, identify as Jewish, live in the U.S. or Canada, and be ready to think deeply and learn passionately. Prior Jewish education is not required — it’s about who you are, not what you know. Help us make a difference in a young person’s life and set them on the road to an incredible experience.

Thank you for helping us get the word out to the Jewish teens who inspire you. Let’s find the next cohort of Bronfman Fellows — together. 

Hello Seniors,

The information in the link below is on IBO.org and I thought it might be helpful as you start your serious college searches. I can't confirm how often each university updates this information, but it's a start.

Universities that Recognize IB

I typed in US--Colorado and found 10 schools that accept IB in some form.  Click on a school for general information and then scroll to the bottom of each university page and choose "Diploma Programme"  or "Diploma Programme Courses" for information and then check out "Credit Policy" for how your IB courses might be credited.  You can check out schools throughout the world!

Hope this helps your research.  Good luck.

Robyn - the University of Arkansas application for admissions is now open!

You can apply directly through our website at applyundergrad.uark.edu/apply. For more information on the application process, visit admissions.uark.edu/apply/new-freshman.php.

We offer test-optional opportunities for Fall 2025 admission, so make plans to submit your application early to be among the first to receive an admission decision this fall.

If you have questions or want to know more, just let me know. Call, text, or email me at my contact info below. I'm excited to connect with you!

Matt Hargis
Director of Recruitment
mhargis@uark.edu
479-777-2933 (cell)

CF is making a significant change to its undergraduate application and admission process to provide prospective students with a more structured timeline and earlier notification of their admission status. Starting with the application cycle for Summer 2025 and Fall 2025, UCF will transition from a straight rolling admission process to an early action (EA) plan for first-time-in-college (FTIC) students.

Under the new process, FTIC students who wish to apply for early action for the Summer 2025 or Fall 2025 term must submit their application by Oct. 15, 2024. All required application materials must be  received by Nov. 1, 2024. FTIC applicants who meet these deadlines will receive a final admission decision or deferral for additional information on Nov. 15, 2024. The university will continue to operate on rolling admission for applications completed and submitted after Nov. 1, 2024.

Key Dates for Early Action Applicants:

• Early Action Application Deadline: Oct. 15, 2024
• Early Action Material Submission Deadline: Nov. 1, 2024
• Early Action Decision Release Notification Date: Nov. 15, 2024

“Transitioning to this early action and modified rolling admission process reflects our commitment to providing prospective Knights with a clear and timely admission experience, while maintaining flexibility for those students who prefer a rolling process,” says Alicia Keaton, interim associate vice president for enrollment planning and management. “We understand that the college application process can be stressful, and this change will allow families to operate on a timeline that works best for them, helping them to better plan for their future.”

Early action at UCF is non-binding, meaning that admitted students are not obligated to submit an enrollment deposit upon admission and have until May 1, 2025, to make their final decision. This flexibility allows students to explore their options and make the most informed choice about their college education.

The early action plan is part of UCF’s ongoing efforts to enhance the admissions process and improve the overall experience for applicants. The university remains dedicated to providing an enriching and inclusive environment that empowers students to transform their aspirations into achievements.

Prospective first-year students and their families are encouraged to visit the UCF Undergraduate Admissions website for more information on the early action process and to access resources for completing their application. In-person and virtual information sessions and one-on-one admissions counseling options are also available for families who seek support.

GPA-only Scholarships
The University of Kansas will continue to award automatic scholarships based on GPA only for students entering KU in Fall 2025 directly from high school. Students will automatically receive this scholarship if they meet the GPA requirements and apply online by the Dec. 1 deadline. New this year: an unofficial or official transcript is required for admission and scholarship consideration. KU does use weighted GPA.

Fall 2025 In-State Freshman Merit Scholarships

Fall 2025 Out-of-State Freshman Merit Scholarships

Learn more about eligibility requirements:

Scholarship Information

If a student applies by October 1, they’ll receive a mini Game Day flag in their admit packet.

Our admissions website offers several resources to help students through our application process, including how to complete their SRAR. 

Resources

Event Details:

• Date: Friday May 2, 2025
• Time: 8:00am - 3:00pm
• Location: Fellowship Denver Church - 1990 South Broadway, Denver CO 80210
• RSVP:https://sallyport.westpointaog.org/events/172939

During the Admissions Brief, we will discuss:

1. What West Point Offers: Learn why West Point stands as a premier institution for leadership development, academic excellence, and character growth.
2. Life as a Cadet: Gain firsthand insights into the daily life of a West Point Cadet, including academics, athletics, and leadership training.
3. The Application Process: Understand the steps to apply to West Point and gather valuable tips to enhance your application.

Please find attached the invitation with detailed information on the event. Space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot at the event and RSVP as soon as possible.

We eagerly anticipate welcoming you and your families to an evening filled with inspiration and information!