College Counseling

Welcome to College Counseling at CHC

The college application process should be an exciting one, although perhaps challenging. The college counseling team works with students and their parents as they navigate plans for their post high school education. College counselors work with students, in the classroom, and meeting individually on demystifying the college planning process from college visits, presenting their best self in college applications to the very challenging world of financial aid. Our goal is to help the student find several best fit colleges for the next stage of his development.

The college counseling team sponsors various events including a college fair, financial aid night, parent college information nights, and much more.

View the College Counseling Brochure

Class of 2023 College Acceptances

Helpful Links

Application Resources
- SCOIR
  College and Career Readiness
- College Board
  College Search Engine & SAT Site
Testing
- SAT/ACT Prep Resources
- SAT
  SAT Web Site
- ACT
  ACT Web Site
- Khan Academy and College Board Test Prep
  Personalized practice, anytime, anywhere—for FREE.
Financial Aid
- FAFSA Student Aid
  Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Athletics
- NCAA Eligibility Center
  Official Site of the NCAA

Downloads

Helpful College Counseling Links

The College Essay Guy

FAQ's for the College Planning Process

List of 5 frequently asked questions.

How can I increase the chance of getting into a great college?

Starting in ninth grade, work hard academically and take the most challenging courses that are appropriate for you. Be engaged in activities, both in and outside of school. Be interesting! Get involved in research, internships, and develop a unique interest. Identify what makes you passionate and make sure you dedicate time to explore and pursue it. Seek leadership and make a difference in all of these activities. Start something new, either an existing activity or take on new ones. Last, be sure you perform your best on all standardized tests, preparing for them if necessary (see additional questions and answers below).
When do I start the college admissions process?

Start to earn good grades immediately! Be involved with activities as soon as possible and seek leadership opportunities, or create one. Although the college planning process discussion officially kicks off during the junior year, students (and parents) are always welcome to meet with their college counselor earlier.
How do I register for the SAT?

See www.collegeboard.org for specifics.
How do I register for the ACT?

See ACTstudent.org for specifics.
Which test should I take: the ACT or the SAT?

Colleges accept both tests equally, so by doing your best on the pre-tests (Pre ACT and PSAT), you can confidently use the national percentiles on each of those to see which test is best for you.

College Representatives

Schedule a visit to Calvert Hall by using SCOIR.

Calvert Hall has one of the largest college fairs in the Baltimore area; last year more than 150 institutions were represented, and more than 1000 students and parents attended.

We use our gymnasium and dining hall which provide extensive common-area space. Individual classrooms will be available for those who need them. We recommend that schools in the state of Maryland use individual classrooms because of the greater number of visitors. Representatives of the military academies are also invited to use individual classrooms.

Save The Date - Thursday, September 19, 2024

Meet the College Counseling

List of 5 members.

Brooks Kerr 87

Frostburg State Univeristy - B.S.
Beth Green

Dickinson College - B.A.
Johns Hopkins University - M.A.T.
Adam Moore

Elizabethtown College - B.A.
Loryn Strauzer

The George Washington University - B.A & B.S.
University of Maryland Global Campus - MBA
Christie Grant

Assistant to the Counseling Office

Mount Saint Mary's University - B.S.