Delaware Student Success

Wilmington University Virtual Open House
2021-05-06 07:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | https://go.wilmu.edu/virtualopenhouse
At our Virtual Open House, you can:

Live chat with WilmU faculty and staff, starting at 11 a.m.! Learn about our academic colleges, financial aid, advising, transfer credit evaluation, and more.
Explore 200+ academic programs, including over 80 industry-leading graduate programs.
Learn about affordable funding options and supportive student services.
Watch on-demand videos and download helpful guides and materials.
Navigate the admission process with help from Admissions Specialists and learn how to transfer up to 90 credits.

Application fee waived at this event!
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Celebration of the Arts
2021-05-03 19:00 - 20:00 | https://udel.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mtt9v0h0QwaAUqANHpWzkg
The Delaware Department of Education Student Success program is pleased to celebrate graduating seniors planning to attend college or certificate programs in the arts: Visual, Music, Dance, Theater, and Media.
Audience members should register to receive the Zoom link to join.
Questions? Email Dr. Lauren Conrad.

Is college right for me? Find out!
2021-04-29 17:00 - 18:00 | https://udel.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__y-gldB3RgaxvW_28SLDgw
If you are thinking about college, unsure, or have not considered it yet, learn more about what opportunities college can provide beyond the classroom. You will hear more about what college is and steps to take as you consider your options. Click the Register button to receive your Zoom link.

How to Understand & Compare Your Financial Aid Awards
2021-03-09 19:00 - 20:00 | https://udel.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FcA3spDNSyWCanjKaEMoNA
If you have been accepted to more than one college, it is important to understand the financial aid offers that you may have received. Knowing how much you will have to pay out of your own pocket to attend each school is a critical part of the decision of which school to choose. Learn how to read your financial aid offers and how to identify money you do and do not have to pay back, so that you make a smart financial decision for the future.
Presenter:
Juliet Murawski, Financial Aid and Scholarship Administrator Higher Education Office, Delaware Department of Education
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Virtual Open House
2021-02-11 07:00 - 17:00 | https://go.wilmu.edu/virtualopenhouse
Wilmington University will host their Virtual Open House on Thursday, February 11, from 7 am – 5 pm.

You can:

Live chat with WilmU faculty and staff starting at 11 a.m.! Learn about our academic colleges, financial aid, advising, transfer credit evaluation, and more.
Explore 200+ academic programs, including over 80 industry-leading graduate programs.
Learn about affordable funding options and supportive student services. Watch on-demand videos and download helpful guides and materials
Navigate the admissions process with help from Admissions Specialists and learn how to transfer up to 90 credits

View flyer for more information.

Individual FAFSA Completion Appointments
2020-12-28 - 2020-12-31, 2020-12-21 - 2020-12-23, 2020-12-14 - 2020-12-18, 2020-12-07 - 2020-12-11, 2020-11-30 - 2020-12-04, 2020-11-23 - 2020-11-25, 2020-11-16 - 2020-11-20, 2020-11-09 - 2020-11-13 | Delaware
Students and families can now make 1 hour one-on-one FAFSA Completion Appointments with the Stand By Me FAFSA consultants through their website. Go to the registration site, click on FAFSA Completion Appointments and choose a convenient date and time. Once an appointment is made, you will get an email with the details, including a Zoom link. Easy!

What’s the Real Cost of College & How to Save, Plan and Pay
2020-12-10 20:00 - 21:00 | https://salliemaebank.webex.com/salliemaebank/onstage/g.php?MTID=e2559203c2ff98f79606bb87c8086614d
If college is in your future, you will want to join this webinar to help you plan and pay for college. You will learn about:
• Saving for college – it is never too late!
• How to select a college and how much it will cost
• FAFSA what, why and how
• Understanding a financial aid offer
• How to find and apply for scholarships and grants – FREE $$$
• Education loan options
• Free tools and resources to make the process easier

Delaware Technical Community College Virtual Information Session
2020-12-09 18:00 - 19:00 | https://dtcc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqdO6ppzkrHtYzsxggETuWQLHnUUp-k1tR
A Delaware Tech Information Session consists of a presentation about Delaware Tech, a question and answer session and discussion. We will cover all the general topics you need to know in this 60-minute session (via Zoom) including: Steps to Enrollment, Admission Process, Financial Aid, Career Options and Programs

What’s the Real Cost of College & How to Save, Plan and Pay
2020-12-09 13:00 - 14:00 | https://salliemaebank.webex.com/salliemaebank/onstage/g.php?MTID=e78f2ac1a0b4a12a7fe234b414f238c1a

Delaware Technical Community College Virtual Information Session
2020-12-09 10:00 - 11:00 | https://dtcc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUkcOmopjotGNGk_OdWQIxuYrGJZPBrjf-y

Paying for Graduate School
2020-11-19 20:00 - 21:00 | https://salliemaebank.webex.com/salliemaebank/onstage/g.php?MTID=e76c8fb33e8b51491fde599141dd46c17
Planning for graduate school is an exciting next step in your professional journey. However, you may be wondering how graduate school is financed, whether the FAFSA might help, and if scholarships and other opportunities are available. This session will highlight the differences between the Federal Grad PLUS Loan and private student loan programs, and focus on encouraging responsible borrowing while helping students find the right solutions to help pay for their education.

Industry Certifications
2020-11-19 19:00 - 20:00 | https://udel.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fv-WmuZKQxG0O72QGG2MiQ
Learn what careers you can have with an industry certification.

Delaware Technical Community College Virtual Information Session
2020-11-18 18:00 - 19:00, 2020-11-18 10:00 - 11:00 | https://dtcc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0ocuuvqD0uE9HDrP5SMR5i_8td5DbM2f3p

Paying for Graduate School
2020-11-18 14:00 - 15:00 | https://salliemaebank.webex.com/salliemaebank/onstage/g.php?MTID=ed19e342a41cc050ae4f85fc37aef248d

Apprenticeships
2020-11-17 19:00 - 20:00 | https://udel.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GtpbAslFTLOo3JY0cxhP8A
Learn about career opportunities, requirements, and how to enroll in an apprenticeship.

Delaware State University Fall 2020 Virtual Open House
2020-11-14 11:00 - 15:00 | http://DESU.EDU/OPENHOUSE
Learn about the admissions planning and selection process.

Explore our academic programs, student life, internships, and financing options through scholarships and financial aid.
Discover how to get an early start on your college career by participating in the Summer Academy.
Meet with our deans, chairpersons and faculty members.
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Scholarships - Finding Free Money
2020-11-12 20:00 - 21:00 | https://salliemaebank.webex.com/salliemaebank/onstage/g.php?MTID=eb2d35e30ff8f015872301d364d894fb5
Did you know there are scholarships for almost any hobby, talent, interest, or sport?
You will learn:
• The importance and ease of using a scholarship search engine.
• About the variety of scholarship resources
• Creating a winning scholarship essay
• Key tips on applying for scholarships

Resumes, Cover Letters & Interviewing
2020-11-12 19:00 - 20:00 | https://udel.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5d3elTTsSCikYfPVOg1Eog
Presenter: Nichole Hitchner, Career Community Counselor
University of Delaware Career Center

Learn how to create a perfect resume and cover letter and killer secrets for acing your next interview.

Scholarships - Finding Free Money
2020-11-11 13:00 - 14:00 | https://salliemaebank.webex.com/salliemaebank/onstage/g.php?MTID=e08fde795edb1d553c1bdb709b7fb9af6

Pt 2. Joining the Military: Career Opportunities, Benefits, & Requirements
2020-11-10 19:00 - 20:00 | https://udel.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1DYcS8IrR-ybSUqTXtyI6w
Presenters:
SFC Parker, Delaware Army National Guard
Explore military career opportunities, benefits and requirements.

Pt. 1 Joining the Military: Career Opportunities, Benefits, & Requirements
2020-11-05 19:00 - 21:00 | https://udel.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aFCAa735TvaSyGVXD_rXhQ
Presenters:
Army: SSG Keisha Brown
Navy: Mark Pare, Petty Officer
Marine Corps: Sgt. Ivery
Air Force: Technical Sergeant Joshua Stanley
Explore military career opportunities, benefits and requirements.
Military presentations as follows:
7:00 – 7:30 PM – Army & Army Reserve
7:30 – 8:00 PM – Navy
8:00 – 8:30 PM – Marine Corps
8:30 – 9:00 PM – Air Force

P.R.E.P. 101: Lowering Barriers to Access Through Understanding the College Application Process
2020-11-02 19:00 - 20:00 | https://udel.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CRO-FmhNTRq9HAVpVQ1B-g
Presenters:
Tekora Scruggs, Scruggs Consulting Principal Consultant
Yahellah Best. student
Prepare, Review, Evaluate, Present : Are you the first in your family applying to college? Hear about the steps to applying for college and how to identify and overcome barriers to reach your goals.
