COLLEGE ADMISSIONS WORKSHOPS IN NYC!



Lead by Harvard graduate and professional College Counselor Patricia Monticello Kievlan, Abbey Road’s intensive College Admissions Prep Workshops are designed to help sophomores and juniors jump start the common application process and prepare seniors for important on-campus interviews. Generally exclusive to Abbey Road College Prep Alumni, this December 4th and 5th Abbey Road welcomes anyone interested in perfecting their college applications to take advantage of these exciting free events. RSVP is required. Interested families are encouraged to call Abbey Road immediately to inquire as to workshop availability.

Tell Me About Yourself: Cracking The College Interview
Date: Saturday December 4th, 2010
Time: 12:00 – 2:00pm
Location: Midtown Manhattan (address furnished upon RSVP)

Workshop Description: Most selective colleges require an interview in addition to the application, and it's important to prepare thoroughly and thoughtfully for this final dimension of the admissions process. Students in this course will discuss the purpose and spirit of the college interview and how to prepare for a successful conversation. In particular, this seminar will focus on how students can turn significant life experiences into engaging anecdotes that illustrate broader points about their character, their goals, and their aspirations. This seminar will feature mock interviews and extensive in-class participation.


The College Essay: How Do I Tell My Story?

Date: Sunday December 5th, 2010

Time: 12:00-2:00pm

Location: Midtown Manhattan (address furnished upon RSVP)

Workshop Description: The Common Application asks students to evaluate a significant experience, risk they've taken, or challenge they've faced and its impact on their lives. This seminar will help students approach the college essay and discover how to translate significant life experiences into strong essays that resonate with admissions officers. Students will discuss best practices for turning their experiences into thoughtful, memorable, high-impact essays that will contribute a meaningful dimension to their college applications. This course is suitable for sophomores and juniors with college still on the horizon, and it is even better suited to seniors in the throes of the college admission process. During this lecture style course, College interview questions will also be discussed in depth.