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COLLEGETRACKS TEAM
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Ms. Aja Simpson Zulfiqar
Program Director
240-740-1180
Ms. Patty Olszewski
Assistant Program Director
240-740-1180
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SENIOR SPOTLIGHT
Brylle P.
What surprised you about the college application process? I
was surprised that once you know what the application process is about, and you are actually on top of it, it's pretty easy. At first it was really stressful, but once I learned how to do it, it wasn't so bad.
What are you interested in studying in college? I'm interested in engineering or medicine. My parents, uncle and cousin studied engineering or things related to it in the Philippines, so I've always been interested in it. Since I was young, I've been interested in how people get well and how the human body can miraculously heal sometimes, so I'm also interested in medicine.
What activities do you want to be involved in during college? I am most interested in doing lab research and going beyond what we are allowed to do in high school, and in working with actual testing and technical equipment. I would also like to volunteer at donation centers and to be involved in computer clubs.
What advice do you have for high school juniors? Get started early. Get on top of things before your deadlines. Have your essays and applications reviewed by a 2nd pair of eyes and checked by adults like your parents and CollegeTracks. Don't stress yourself too much because that could have a negative effect on your applications.
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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
Susan Kitt
Describe one interesting fact about yourself. I have two grown daughters who both graduated from B-CC. I was the PTSA president when they were students.
What are your hobbies? I enjoy tennis and biking.
What is your current/ past career? Please describe your journey to that career field. I received my BA in Urban Studies and then went to graduate school and received my MBA in finance and real estate finance. My early career was in real estate development. One project I worked on was the office building right down the street from B-CC with the neon sculpture on the facade. My background in real estate led me to be involved in school construction as a volunteer representing the school communities. I still volunteer in real estate related projects and work as a "money manager" helping senior citizens stay in control of their financial lives.
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SENIORS, DO NOW!
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- Bring your college acceptance letters to CollegeTracks
- Submit your FAFSA and, if required, CSS Profile
- Apply for scholarships
- Claim your MyMC account
Schedule an appointment with CollegeTracks TODAY!
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SHOUT OUTS!
- Seniors - thank you for sharing your acceptance news with us!
- Shout out to the seniors and their families who have completed the CSS Profile
- Thank you to the administrators and teachers who bring students to CollegeTracks to get help along their college journeys!
- We appreciate the students who bring their friends to join CollegeTracks!
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PHOTO GALLERY
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CONNECT WITH COLLEGETRACKS!
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SEARCHING & APPLYING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships are free money for you to attend college. There are tons of scholarship opportunities and you should apply for them to reduce the amount of money that you and your family will have to pay for your education.
There are two main sources of scholarships:
- Scholarships from colleges: Many colleges offer scholarships based on merit (such as a high GPA or strong test scores), financial need, or athletic ability. Check your college's financial aid websites for information on scholarship opportunities, eligibility, requirements, and applications.
- Scholarships from private or outside organizations: Private groups offer money for different reasons, including community involvement, service experience, ethnicity and location. Pick up a CollegeTracks Scholarship Packet for a list of scholarships for which you are eligible!
Similar to college applications, scholarship applications may require that you complete application forms, write an essay, ask for letters of recommendation, and submit additional materials. Know your deadlines and plan ahead so you submit your applications on time.
COLLEGETRACKS CAN HELP YOU FIND
AND APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS.
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH US!
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MARYLAND STATE AID
The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) is a board representing Maryland colleges and universities. It offers financial aid to students attending college in Maryland. There are several financial aid opportunities for students, including:
Senatorial Scholarship
The minimum annual award is $400 and the maximum award is $11,250.
To qualify, students and their
parents must be Maryland residents; students m
ust enroll at a two-year or four-year Maryland college or university, as a full-time or
part-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student or attend certain private career schools
; students
must demonstrate financial need (as determined by the FAFSA); students
must take the SAT or the ACT.
Delegate Scholarship
The minimum annual award is $200. The maximum annual award is $11,250. To qualify, students and their parents must be Maryland residents; students must demonstrate financial need (as determined by the FAFSA); students must enroll at a two-year or four-year Maryland college or university as a full-time or part-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student, or attend certain private career schools.
Guaranteed Access Grant
Students who complete the FAFSA and meet specific income and GPA requirements may be eligible for this need-based grant, with a maximum award amount of $17,900. Talk to CollegeTracks about this!
Educational Assistance Grant
Students who complete the FAFSA and meet the student need requirements may be eligible for this need-based grant, with a minimum award amount of $400 and a maximum award amount of $3,000. Talk to CollegeTracks about this!
MHEC's financial aid opportunities.
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CHECK YOUR MESSAGES!
Colleges, Federal Student Aid, the Maryland Higher Education Commission, and scholarship organizations may be sending you messages that you need to read. Sometimes there is critical information you need to know and items that require action.
YOU are expected to read your messages DAILY. If you receive a message that you don't understand or if you need help, please bring/show it to CollegeTracks. We are here to help!
REMEMBER TO CHECK YOUR EMAIL INBOX, YOUR COLLEGE APPLICATION PORTALS, AND YOUR MAILBOX AT HOME FOR MESSAGES!
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$CHOLARSHIP CORNER
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Let Ms. Aja or Mrs. Olszewski know if you're applying
for these scholarships!
NAME:
C-SPAN's StudentCam Competition
DUE DATE:
January 20, 2017
ELIGIBILITY:
Must be in grades 6-12; students may compete individually or in teams of 2-3; must produce documentary between 5-7 minutes long about "Your Message to Washington"
NAME:
Point Foundation Scholarship
DUE DATE:
January 30, 2017
AMOUNT: Varies based on financial need; average award is $10,000 per year for up to four years
ELIGIBILITY:
Must be enrolled or intending to enroll in accredited college by Fall 2017; must identify as member of LGBTQ community; must demonstrate financial need; no age limit or citizenship requirements
NAME:
Princeton Prize in Race Relations
DUE DATE:
January 31, 2017
AMOUNT: $1,000 in cash and all-expenses-paid weekend to national symposium on race at Princeton University
ELIGIBILITY:
Any student currently enrolled in grades 9-12; must have participated in volunteer activity within the last 12 months that has had positive impact on race relations in school or community
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COLLEGE CORNER
Did you know...?
McDaniel is a private, selective liberal arts and sciences college, located in Westminster, Maryland.
Students have the opportunity to create a personalized undergraduate education - The McDaniel Plan.
Students can study at the McDaniel Europe campus in Budapest, Hungary.
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