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  • Career Exploration & Choosing a Major

    SAEP Scholarship Requirement

    Discover how your interests, values, and goals align with potential careers and college majors. This interactive workshop guides students through tools and strategies for exploring career options, understanding educational pathways, and making informed decisions about their future.

  • How to Choose a Best Fit College

    SAEP Scholarship Requirement

    Learn how to find the right college fit based on your academic goals, personal preferences, and financial needs. This session helps students explore different types of institutions and factors to consider when choosing where to apply.

  • 2-year vs. 4-year Colleges and Transferring

    College Preparation Activity (CPA)

    Geared towards adult learners, this presentation provides information about the differences between 2-year colleges, 4-year universities, and what the transfer process entails. It also reviews trade school options at 2-year colleges and for-profit institutions, so you can make an informed decision before enrolling at a school.

  • Essay Writing for Admissions & Scholarships

    SAEP Scholarship Requirement

    Learn how to craft a compelling college or scholarship essay that highlights your unique story and strengths. This workshop walks students through brainstorming, writing, editing, and tailoring essays to stand out in admissions and scholarship applications.

  • All Things Admissions

    SAEP Scholarship Requirement

    An in-depth guide to navigating the college admissions process—from building a balanced college list to understanding application platforms, essay writing, deadlines, and test requirements. This session helps students become informed, prepared, and confident applicants.

  • Career Exploration for Adult Learners

    College Preparation Activity (CPA)

    Geared towards adult learners, this presentation explores resources to help students research careers and college majors. Additionally, a review of certification programs at the Alamo Colleges is provided at the end of the presentation. ​

  • Career Exploration & Choosing a Major

    SAEP Scholarship Requirement

    Discover how your interests, values, and goals align with potential careers and college majors. This interactive workshop guides students through tools and strategies for exploring career options, understanding educational pathways, and making informed decisions about their future.

  • Financing Your Education

    SAEP Scholarship Requirement

    Explore the financial aid process, from types of aid and applications to understanding cost of attendance and award letters. Students will learn how to review and compare financial aid offers to help assess college affordability. REGISTER HERE

  • Financial Aid 101

    College Preparation Activity (CPA)

    This presentation explains the basics of what financial aid is, the different types of financial aid, how to apply, and how to read financial aid letters. This presentation is beneficial for all students of any age and parents who want to learn about financial aid. REGISTER HERE

  • Financial Literacy for College Students

    SAEP Scholarship Requirement

    Explore the basics of financial institutions, credit scores, and strategies for building credit, along with tips for establishing healthy financial habits.

  • How to Choose a Best Fit College

    SAEP Scholarship Requirement

    Learn how to find the right college fit based on your academic goals, personal preferences, and financial needs. This session helps students explore different types of institutions and factors to consider when choosing where to apply. REGISTER HERE

  • Financial Aid 101

    College Preparation Activity (CPA)

    This presentation explains the basics of what financial aid is, the different types of financial aid, how to apply, and how to read financial aid letters. This presentation is beneficial for all students of any age and parents who want to learn about financial aid. REGISTER HERE