The English dept will offer assistance with college essays and writing pieces during Writing Center Wednesdays this fall. Drop in for a 15 minute session between 8am & 2pm (on the hour, 1/4 or 1/2 hour). Sessions will take place via Zoom.
College Counseling
- Welcome
- Updates & Events
- COVID-19 FAQs
- General FAQs
- Process
- Enrichment Opportunities
- College Acceptances
- For Admission Counselors
Welcome
Welcome to the Oakland Catholic College Counseling Office!
It is our goal to provide a supportive and knowledgeable college preparatory environment for our students. The College Counseling Office strives to implement college preparation strategies by educating students and parents through information sessions, events, and workshops. We also value opportunities to interact and build relationships with colleges,
The college search and application process is a personal process. Therefore, in addition to programming, we strongly encourage that students and families schedule a one-on-one meeting with her college counselor. We aim to make sure that each family is well-informed with accurate and current information. We also will help families develop a clear idea of their post-secondary goals, and how to best reach those goals.
Our hope is that through education, research, and exposure, the college admission process will become more transparent to our students. Ultimately our goal is to provide an environment that will equip and educate each student to become an expert in her own admission process, as well as a confident and independent self-advocate, who is well prepared for post-secondary education.
Mrs. Ann Snyder
Director of College Counseling
Mrs. Katie Gray
College Counselor
Updates & Events
The College Counseling team is currently meeting with juniors (and families) via Zoom. We are discussing post-secondary goals, and how to build a college list that is well-balanced and tailored to each student’s desires and needs. In addition, we're sharing virtual resources and methods of preparation for college admission during the pandemic.
Normally, our department prepares juniors & seniors for the application process via monthly in-class & CCW sessions. Sessions (both mandatory and optional) address everything from general college admissions strategies to specifics on applying to highly selective schools. We are now covering this information on individual Zoom meetings. Email Mrs. Snyder or Mrs. Gray to sign up for an appointment. Further resources will be provided via students' SCOIR accounts.
College Application Boot Camps are offered over the summer prior to senior year; as incoming seniors, participants complete an application for admission. See the 'Updates & Events' tab above for more information.
COLLEGE COUNSELING EVENTS

College Application Boot Camp wrapped up in early August with 80 senior campers. Click the post heading for more details and to find out how to access the materials from this session and more!
OC will offer free, in-school proctored practice tests from 8am - 12pm in the Aux Gym on the following Wednesdays: 9/30 - Practice SAT; 10/7 - Practice ACT. Can't make it? Revolution Prep offers free proctored practice exams online every weekend. Visit their site to register.
Join Amy Sawdey, PHEAA's Higher Ed Access Partner in Allegheny County, for a Virtual Financial Aid Night Webinar. Learn about the financial decisions students need to make, higher education costs, types of financial aid available, and how to apply for financial aid. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions.

The College Counseling Dept hosted a virtual coffee for parents of seniors. Mrs. Snyder and Mrs. Gray discussed the senior year college application timeline, application strategy, and changes in admission in the midst of COVID-19. Missed it? Click here for the presentation deck!

Join us for a parent night focused on "The College Search." Admission professionals from a wide range of institutions will lead this important discussion on Wednesday, January 22nd, 6:30-8pm at Oakland Catholic. Register here.
RESOURCES DURING COVID
Eligibility for SAT and AP Exam fee waivers is determined by the College Board, which Oakland Catholic must abide by. Financial need is based off of the prior year’s tax return (ex. in the 20-21 school year, eligibility is determined by the families’ 2019 income tax return). Learn more here!

- Where You Go Is Not Who You'll Be: An Antidote to the College Admissions Mania, Frank Bruni
- Colleges That Change Lives, Loren Pope
- The Truth about College Admission, Brennan Barnard & Rick Clark

Revolution Prep is offering a number of free online services including live proctored practice SAT and ACT exams, homework help, and webinars. Click the title above for related links & details.

'3RPrep' is offering virtual SAT and ACT prep offerings including free YouTube sessions and free practice tests. Click the title above for related links & details.

Take advantage of free webinars and workshops offered by college admission and essay expert Ethan Sawyer. Register to receive emails. Receive resources and updates on college admission policies. Ethan will share his application tips and what you can be doing now to prepare for the college application process.
COVID-19 FAQs
Recently / Frequently Asked Questions: Current Juniors (Rising Seniors)
- I was registered for an SAT or ACT test that got cancelled. What can I do with my registration? Am I automatically registered for the next upcoming test?
- I have not yet taken a standardized test, or I have taken a test but was hoping to improve my score with subsequent testing. Given test cancellations, will colleges change their policies on testing or how they weight it in the admission process?
- Will there be any changes to the actual application?
- Will colleges extend their application deadlines?
- What if I cannot visit a school due to campus closures?
- My spring activities and athletic involvements have been hindered by school closures. Will this hurt my application?
I was registered for an SAT or ACT test that got cancelled. What can I do with my registration? Am I automatically registered for the next upcoming test?
I have not yet taken a standardized test, or I have taken a test but was hoping to improve my score with subsequent testing. Given test cancellations, will colleges change their policies on testing or how they weight it in the admission process?
Most colleges have made the decision to go test-optional for this application cycle only (20-21), with the potential to be extended into the next application cycle (21-22). Some specific programs (such as nursing) are still requiring the tests, emphasizing their holistic application review, reminding students that test scores are only one piece of the puzzle. In general, it’s important to remember that your application will be read in context - and your peers all throughout the world are facing similar limitations and challenges. It is likely that the admission statistics and “profile” data will change significantly next year, as very few students have had access to standardized tests.
Will there be any changes to the actual application?
As of right now, no major changes have been made to the actual Common Application or Coalition Application. The Common Application has a designated COVID-19 writing section where students have the opportunity to provide an explanation of extenuating circumstances (as a result of the pandemic) which would provide context to their application.
Will colleges extend their application deadlines?
What if I cannot visit a school due to campus closures?
It can be difficult to determine fit if you have not had the opportunity to visit a school, however, colleges are adapting just as we are during this time. Many colleges are offering virtual tours, information sessions, and even interactive sessions with academic departments and faculty members. We encourage you to take advantage of these opportunities to connect virtually until you have the opportunity to visit a school. Remember, there is no harm in applying to a school. Even if you are admitted, you are not bound to attend (unless you applied Early Decision). The hope is that you will have an opportunity to visit colleges campuses before you decide to enroll next May.
My spring activities and athletic involvements have been hindered by school closures. Will this hurt my application?
This will not hinder your application. Colleges are aware of the global pandemic, and are also experiencing similar limitations on campus as a result.It is very likely that your peer applicants are in the same position. However, it never hurts to provide context. There is room on most applications to share context to your academics or experiences. On the Common Application, this section is called the “Additional Information” section. The Additional Information section is truly optional. It serves as place to give context to a discrepancy on your transcript, or a disruption in education and/or activities. In this section, you will have the opportunity to briefly outline the changes that have occurred in your school, region, state, (and family if applicable).You can detail how these changes have impacted you (this could mean academically or in regards to your ability to participate in activities and athletics). Highlight what you have done to prepare for the athletic season (or for the cancelled event that you had been planning), and how you re-directed your free time in the era of social-distancing. Did you participate in clubs or organizations via Zoom? Did you continue with your marathon (or track and field) training by completing your own personal workouts? Did this time at home present an opportunity to start something new, such as a service project? Focusing on what you did do will show college admission committees that you are resourceful.
Updated as of 12/2/2020
Frequently Asked Questions for Recent Graduates (Class of 2020).
- Will colleges be offering classes this fall, or will classes be held online?
- Can I take a gap year/defer my admission for a year?
- My family’s finances have already changed significantly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I’m not sure I can afford my current financial aid award. Is there anything I can do?
- I need more time to make my decision on where to enroll. Can I extend my enrollment deadline?
- I cannot afford to pay the entire enrollment deposit. What can I do to secure my spot?
Will colleges be offering classes this fall, or will classes be held online?
The hope is that colleges will resume classes on their physical brick and mortar campuses next fall, however, much is unknown right now. Be reassured that you will not need to pay for room and board if you are attending class virtually. Most colleges have partially refunded room and board payments to students who were residing on campus prior to the campus shut downs.
This article lists Colleges' Plans for Reopening in the Fall (updated frequently).
Can I take a gap year/defer my admission for a year?
In most cases, yes. You simply will need to submit your enrollment deposit by May 1 (or June 1, if they have extended the enrollment deadline) in order to secure your spot. You can then inform your college that you plan to defer your admission for a year. Some schools will allow you to defer admission for up to two years. It is recommended that you inquire about deferment options which each college, as policies may differ. Please note that you financial aid award and/or scholarships may change if you defer. It is encouraged that you email the admission office or financial aid office to discuss your options.
This NPR article echoes the uncertainty students across the country feel about their fall enrollment.
My family’s finances have already changed significantly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I’m not sure I can afford my current financial aid award. Is there anything I can do?
Yes. Unlike an financial aid award appeal, which asks for more money based off of similar competitive offers you have received, an actual change in family finances can qualify you for a “professional judgment.” It is recommended that you reach out to the financial aid office to inform them of your updated finances. They most likely are going to ask for documentation and specific numbers as it relates to income and asset fluctuation. There is a good chance that if finances have changed significantly, you may qualify for increased need-based aid, or grant aid. Remember, grants to not need to be paid back.
I need more time to make my decision on where to enroll. Can I extend my enrollment deadline?
As you know, the universal college enrollment deadline is May 1 of each year. However, some (not all) colleges have decided to extend their enrollment deadline until June 1. In some cases, this is automatic (as will be stated in email communications or on their websites), and in other cases, you have to specifically ask for an extension. It never hurts to reach out to the Pittsburgh admission representative to ask for an extension, as there is not risk in asking.
I cannot afford to pay the entire enrollment deposit. What can I do to secure my spot?
Some schools are waiving the enrollment deposit, and others will waive a deposit with a NACAC enrollment deposit waiver. In order to qualify for a NACAC enrollment deposit waiver, please refer to the guidelines outlined on NACAC’s website. In some cases, colleges are willing to reduce the deposit amount due on a case by case basis, depending on family finances. Please remember, that anything not paid via deposit, will be billed in July/August for the upcoming semester.
General FAQs
Browse through this knowledge base for answers to frequently asked questions about the topics below. Always feel free to contact the College Counseling Office with any additional questions.
Standardized Tests
We recommend taking one SAT and one ACT test, and determining which test is a better fit for you. Once you choose one test (either the SAT or ACT), it is encouraged that you seek preparation for that particular test. You may take the test multiple times, to give yourself the opportunity to improve your score.
You may also need to consider SAT II Subject Tests. Some schools recommend or require these additional tests as a component of their admission process.
If you are an international student, you may be required to take the TOEFL as well. Please check the website of the colleges which you are applying. Sometimes TOEFL is waved depending on SAT and ACT scores.
Q: When should I start preparing for the standardized tests?
A: It is recommended that you prepare to take either the SAT or ACT in December of junior year. Click here for a full list of test dates and test prep resources. The next test offered after that is the ACT in February, or the SAT in March. You may certainly take a test prior to December of junior year, but it is discouraged to take the SAT or ACT prior to junior year. Many colleges require that the tests be taken after sophomore year.
Regarding SAT II Subject Tests, it is encourage to take each assessment immediately upon completion of an advanced course in the subject. For an example, it would be best to take the Molecular Biology SAT II Subject Test upon completion of an AP Biology Course.
Q: What does it mean to "superscore" my test scores?
A: Superscoring is a method where a college can choose to take your best scores from each subject tested, even if these scores were earned on different testing dates. For an example, the college may choose to take your highest Math score from an SAT you took in June, and your highest Evidenced-Based Reading and Writing score from an SAT you took in October, to combine them to get your highest possible score. Some colleges also choose to superscore for the ACT components. Not all colleges superscore, so it is important that you do your research by visiting the college admission website or inquiring the admission office to find out what is true of the admission process for each particular institution.
Q: I am applying to a test-optional school. Should I self-report and send my scores?
A: It depends on the school's freshman profile. All schools have a median fifty percent SAT or ACT score range, or an average SAT or ACT score, even the test-optional schools. You can find this by searching for it on the admission website or by asking a college admission representative. If your scores fall within the range or above the range, it is recommended that you send your scores. If you fall below the range, only send them if your transcript needs additional support. Test-optional schools look heavily upon the transcript (rigor of classes taken and grades earned) to determine your readiness and fit for their program. If your transcript is not the strongest, you may want to consider sending in test scores as well. Some schools even provide a required minimum GPA in order to opt for test-optional.
Q: How many times should I take my SAT or ACT?
A: This is entirely a personal preference. It is recommended that once your choose which test is a better fit for you, stick only to that test, and retake it at least once or twice more from when you originally took the test. You may choose which scores you send to a college, and therefore it is no risk to take the test multiple times. You may score higher months later just by the fact that you have more math under your belt than you had the last time you took the test. On the other hand, it is good to strike a healthy balance. If you have taken a test 3 or 4 times, it may be best to rest. I don't recommend taking the ACT and SAT within the same month, or repeatedly taking both tests over again.
Q: Who sends my standardized test scores in to colleges?
A: You (the student) do. It is required that official standardized test scores be sent to colleges through the testing website - either the College Board (for the SAT) or the ACT website. You may choose to have your scores sent for free up to 4 colleges, however, you must make this decision before you take the test, before you get to see your scores.
Application Timeline
Applying to Colleges
The earliest you can begin applying to colleges is the summer prior to your senior year, although that still is early to be submitting an application. Each college has a different timeline and deadlines, so be sure to become an expert on the admission websites of your colleges of interest. Particular programs require early application deadlines.
It is of no benefit to start an application during your junior year (unless you plan to graduate early) for many reasons.:
1) You will want to report your senior year schedule/classes on your application.
2) You will be asked to report your involvements and activities throughout high schools, and senior year activities, leadership positions, and service hours all count and will be evaluated. You will be unable to build your senior year activity list and report potential leadership positions if you complete your application prematurely.
3) You may lose your work. The Common Application rolls out an updated application on August 1 prior to senior year. If you have already started the application prior to that date, some of your work may be lost in the rollover.
My suggestion is that instead of prematurely beginning an application, invest your time in becoming an expert in the admission process of each school of interest. Make a chart. Learn about what is recommended, what is required, and research potential essay questions. Visit campus if you can, and interview if interviews are offered. Prepare for standardized tests, make sure your curriculum aligns with that which the college requires. If you need to take a summer course to put your on track for senior year, do so; (i.e. if you plan to apply to an engineering program and you are not on track to take Calculus your senior year, you may want to consider taking PreCalculus over the summer to put you on track).
Early Action, Early Decision, and Early Decision II?
Early Action has an early deadline just like Early Decision, and you are notified of your decision early, however it is non-binding. This means that if you are offered admission at the school, you are not required to enroll. The benefits of applying Early Action is that your application has been submitted early and you will find out early whether or not you are admitted without having to commit to that particular school. The con to Early Action is that it is often more competitive than Early Decision and Regular Decision (depending on the school). In most cases you can apply to multiple schools Early Action, however, some schools have Restricted Early Action, which means you can only apply to that particular school EA or ED.
Early Decision is for you if you "know that you know" that you want to attend a particular school. You can only apply to one school Early Decision, and it is binding. Be sure to have applied for Financial Aid before you decide to commit to a school, it is important that you are able to afford the school, given the financial aid award, before committing. This means that if you are offered admission, you are promising to enroll at that school. ED is a way to express your interest, and show that particular school that they are your number one choice. You will find out your admission decision early in the process. Often ED is less competitive than Early Action, and in many cases, less competitive than Regular Decision, however, like most things it depends on the school. It never hurts to look at data to determine the number of students accepted from the ED applicant pool compared to the number of students accepted under EA and RD.
Early Decision II is for those who may not have been admitted into their first choice ED school, however, are prepare to to commit to their second choice school. Sometimes if a student is deferred from Early Action, a school will allow select applicants to apply ED II. This is essentially a second round of Early Decision applicants. It is for those who are ready to commit, as it is binding. It may be slightly more competitive than ED I, however, less competitive than RD (depending on the school, of course). ED II applicants are often notified of their decisions before RD applicants are notified.
Back to topFinancial Aid & Scholarships
Types of Aid
Student Loans - Loans are monies that you do need to pay back to the federal government upon graduating. Freshman are offered up to $5500, Sophomores are offered up to $6500, and Juniors and Seniors are offered up to $7500 per year. All students who apply through the FAFSA (regardless of financial need) are offered these loans. Financial need determines the types of loans a student may receive. If a student has demonstrated financial need, a student might receive a portion of these loans in a subsidized loan, which is a loan that does not accrue interest until a student graduates from college. All students who apply through the FAFSA and who plan to be a full time students, are offered an unsubsidized loan, which is a loan that does accrue interest from the minute it is dispersed.
Grants - Grants are free monies that do not need to be paid back. Grants are need-based, and can be offered through the federal government (The Pell Grant), through your individual state, and through individual colleges. Since financial need may fluctuate year to year, so do grants, depending on the family's finances. Students need to re-apply for grants every year by completing the FAFSA and (if required) the CSS Profile.
Scholarships - Scholarships are free monies that do not need to be paid back. Scholarships are, most of the time, not based on financial need. They may be based on merit, service, or any number of categories that identify a student as 'exceptional.' Scholarships that are "renewable" mean that they may be offered each year that the student attends college. Some scholarships are fixed for all four years, and others may only be offered for one year. It is a good idea to make sure you know whether a scholarship is renewable or not. Some schools will automatically consider you for scholarships based on your college application, others require that you apply for specific scholarships that are offered at the school. There are many scholarships that are offered outside of institutions and can be found through your local community or websites such as fastweb. It is recommended that students apply for many scholarships, especially the smaller more obscure ones. Scholarships should cost you nothing to apply and may require an essay and transcript submission. (Beware of scholarships or scholarship search sites that make you pay in order to apply.) Click here for a substantial list of scholarship options and search sites. *Updated scholarships are accessible to seniors through a google sheet updated regularly by Mrs. Pavlick.
FAQs
Q: When can apply for Financial Aid?
A: The FAFSA and CSS Profile opens October 1 of the senior year. It is required that you refer to the prior prior year's taxes. For an example, if I am a senior, class of 2021, I can (and should) complete the FAFSA for the 2021-2022 school year (this is when I will be in my freshman year of college) using the taxes that have already been filed in 2020 (which are reflective of the 2019 finances).
Q: What is the FAFSA?
A: The FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The FAFSA is FREE and can be found here: https://studentaid.gov. It must be completed from the perspective of the student. It does NOT bind you to taking out loans, it simply is a way to see what aid you might qualify for with the federal government, state, and individual institutions. Both the student and the parents must sign the FAFSA using a pin. The FAFSA generates an EFC, or Expected Family Contribution. This is how much money the government determines that a particular household can contribute to their child's post-secondary education, per year. Based on this amount a family may qualify for grants through the federal government, state, or institution. This amount changes each year based on financial fluctuations that may occur in the family, and therefore a family needs to apply for financial aid every year.
Q. What is the CSS Profile?
A: The CSS Profile is the College Scholarship Search Profile, developed by the College Board. Many colleges require that the CSS Profile be submitted in addition to the FAFSA in order to calculate the family's EFC in order to determine student's need. The CSS Profile can be found here: https://cssprofile.collegeboard.org. There is a fee to completing the CSS Profile. The CSS profile asks for similar information as the FAFSA and also does a bit of a deeper dive into finances and assets.
Q: What if I am only interested in applying for scholarships, do I have to apply for Financial Aid via the FAFSA and CSS Profile?
A: Be prepare to complete both the FAFSA and CSS Profile, even if you are only interested in scholarships. Some college require that all students interested in any aid - be it merit-based scholarships, or grants, complete these applications.
Q: What if I don't want to take out any student loans?
A: It is still very important to apply for Financial Aid, as you may qualify for need-based grants. Grants do not need to be paid back, and are free money offered to help you pay for your education.
Process
Each year begins a new chapter in the adventure of college preparation at Oakland Catholic High School. Explore menu items below to get a sense of every grade level's full trajectory.
*Note: Check 'Updates & Events' and 'Covid-19 FAQs' above for changes relevant to our current situation.
Freshman Year
Topics for Discussion
- Freshman year matters: it’s a fresh start, an opportunity to establish and maintain a strong GPA.
- Course selection matters and can set you on a trajectory. (This particularly applies to math courses).
- Now is the time to be establishing positive relationships with teachers, coaches, peers, and administration (foundation for glowing recommendation letters).
- Activities and involvement: choosing activities, maintaining involvement, looking for leadership and service opportunities. Discovering passions and interests.
- One on one meetings are not necessary during freshman year. If there is particular concern or interest, the Director of College Counseling will partner with the student’s school counselor, administration, and teachers to ensure that appropriate classes and curriculum are selected for the student depending on her interest and college goals.
Sophomore Year
Topics for Discussion
- Sophomore year matters: if your GPA suffered during freshman year, an upward trend in grades can be redemptive. Keep working hard at either maintaining a strong GPA or improving your freshman year GPA. The sooner you correct your course, the easier it is to boost your GPA and overall grade trend.
- Course selection: staying on track with course selection in order to meet and exceed college requirements for a specific major (math is of particular importance for highly selective STEM related fields).
- PSAT’s and test prep.
- Continue establishing positive relationships with teachers, coaches, peers, and administration (foundation for glowing recommendation letters).
- Activities and involvement: sustaining involvement in activities, exploring new activities, pursuing leadership opportunities as well as opportunities to serve the community. Continuing to discover passions and interests and seeking to dive deeper.
- Self-exploration: encourage students to think about their strengths. Which classes are the most engaging? Why? What do friends, teachers, and family members say about your strengths? How could these strengths lead to a potential course of study or occupation?
- Career exploration: college counseling will maintain a presence while school counseling conducts career assessments.
- Consider a summer pre-college program at a university for rising juniors and seniors.
- One on one meetings are not necessary during sophomore year. If there is particular concern, the Director of College Counseling will partner with the student’s school counselor, administration, and teachers to ensure that appropriate classes are selected for the student depending on her interest and college goals.
Junior Year
First Semester
September-November:
- In the fall of junior year, students should begin to explore test preparation.
- Colleges will be sending representatives to visit Oakland Catholic throughout the fall. Students will be able to view the schedule of visits in their SCOIR account, and must sign up ahead of time. These visits typically take place in the College Counseling Center, however, due to the global pandemic, this year visits took place virtually. If a student needs to miss class to meet with a college representative, she must have permission from her teacher.
November:
- Standardized testing discussion in classes: Test-optional admission, SAT/ACT content, differences, test prep information, suggested testing timeline, and creating your own standardized testing plan. Students should prepare to start taking the SAT or ACT in December of junior year, followed by either the ACT in February or the SAT in March of junior year.
December:
- Financial Aid Night (evening program together with Central Catholic). The college counseling offices at Oakland Catholic and Central Catholic will invite a representative from a financial aid office at a college/university who will facilitate the evening presentation and discussion. This night is open to all Oakland Catholic and Central Catholic juniors, seniors, and their families.
Second Semester
January:
- A session will be held in January to introduce students to SCOIR. During this session we will assist students through initial registration, highlight college search features, demonstrate how to build a college list on SCOIR, and where to find upcoming college visits. Students will also be assigned a college counselor. Each college counselor will reach out to her students to set up an initial college counseling appointment. At this time, the Junior Questionnaire will be distributed in preparation for the individual counseling session. At the initial counseling session we will discuss: determining fit (academically, socially, financially) , researching colleges, building a balanced list, and next steps.
February:
- Junior College Planning Night (evening program). Topics to cover: self-exploration, college exploration and research, and how colleges evaluate applicants. Admissions representatives and college counselors will talk to students and parents in a panel format.
February- June:
- Individual College Counseling Meetings: college research, creating a well-rounded list, finding the right “fit,” college visits, college interviews, focusing on your own process, schedule planning for senior year, and summer opportunities/plans.
- College visits: students will be allowed two excused absences during their junior year to visit colleges. Juniors are also encouraged to take advantage of days off such as spring break, President’s Day, and summer break to make college visits.
April:
- Recommendation letter discussion. Discussion on: what are teacher letters, what are counselor letters, selecting recommenders, selecting subject areas, number of recommenders, and recommendation procedures.
- Case Studies (evening program). Every other year, Oakland Catholic and Central Catholic will team up to host an evening of Case Studies for parents and students. Together, facilitated by the college counseling office, we will go through three applicants who are applying to a fictitious university. The parents and students are now tasked to be the admission committee in order to decide which of the applicants they will admit, waitlist, and deny. Facilitators will lead parents and students through the application review and decision making process to help provide perspective on how admission committees make decisions.
- College essays and resume prep (in classes). College counselors will collaborate with the English department to help guide students through the process of composing a reader-friendly college resume and writing a compelling application essay.
Senior Year
June – November
- Individual college counseling meetings. Students have the opportunity to schedule a time to come into the counseling office over the summer or during the fall to meet with their college counselor.
- Students are encouraged to visit colleges, tour, and interview when applicable (in person or virtually). Seniors are allowed three excused absences to visit colleges during the school year. Students may choose to reserve these for admitted student visits in the spring.
- SAT and ACT test taking and preparation. Students should have taken one SAT test and one ACT test. Once a student has chosen a test to retake, she should continue taking that particular test, as well as seek further test preparation if necessary. If a student is applying to a school that requires or recommends SAT II Subject Tests, these tests should be taken at this time; ideally immediately following completion of an advanced class in the subject.
- Submitting college applications. Students are encouraged to wait until August, at the earliest, to begin completing college applications. Students are encouraged by priority or early action deadlines (usually a November deadline).
August:
- College Application Boot Camp I & II. Two identical Boot Camps will be held in August. Each Boot Camp is a three-day event, lasting two hours/day, taking place either virtually or in the Lecture Hall at Oakland Catholic. This Boot Camp is open to seniors only. Students are required to bring their laptop, as the sessions revolve around completing the Common Application. Students will learn about qualities admission committees are looking for in an applicant, how to make a lasting impression, and how to demonstrate interest. The Boot Camp will wrap up with an essay writing workshop.
September:
- During the first week of school, the college counselors will discuss college application procedures, timelines, deadlines, and policies. They will discuss the process of requesting recommendation letters, using SCOIR in the college application process, and college visits.
October:
- Senior Parent Night (evening program). The college counselors will review the application process and procedure with parents. They will discuss how colleges evaluate applications, expectations and student responsibilities, and the importance of focusing on each student’s own process.
November:
- Many application deadlines take place in November. Students should be preparing to submit applications and applying for financial aid through the FAFSA and CSS Profile (when necessary).
- Athletics in the Admission Process (evening program).
December:
- Financial Aid Night (evening program together with Central Catholic). The college counseling offices at Oakland Catholic and Central Catholic will invite a representative from a financial aid office at a college/university who will facilitate the evening presentation and discussion. This night is open all Oakland Catholic and Central Catholic juniors, seniors, and their families.
December – May
- Individual college counseling meetings: decision-making, scholarships, evaluating financial aid offers, final college visits, demonstrated interest, and the waitlist.
- College visits: seniors are allowed three excused absences for making college visits. Many colleges host admitted student programs in April. If a student is considering enrolling at a particular school and has not visited, it is encouraged that she visits the school before committing.
March:
- Regular decision results, the waitlist, making final decisions, depositing, recording all results in Naviance, and sending final transcripts. Discussion will include what it means to be waitlisted, actions to take when on the waitlist, and depositing to only one college.
May:
- Graduation Survey: how to complete this survey in SCOIR in order to ensure that all results and final college decisions are reported. This is important so that the student’s final transcript will be sent to the appropriate college and for school reporting purposes.
Enrichment Opportunities
As successfully as Oakland Catholic High School prepares young women for the next step in their educational journey, it is also essential that students pursue opportunities and explore interests outside the realm of our school community. Colleges often reward extracurricular experiences that mandate an added level of effort and commitment. Browse through the list we've compiled below, but feel free to search beyond this site and research additional programs. Opportunities abound!
Academic Year Opportunities
Check back often for updates post-COVID-19 restrictions...
Juniors: SAT or ACT
Juniors: It is time to start registering for standardized testing. If you have not yet taken an SAT or ACT, you should plan to take either the March SAT or April ACT. Please visit the College Board or the ACT for registration dates and details.
Khan Academy's Online SAT Test Prep
Sophomores and Juniors: Practice makes perfect! Take advantage of Khan Academy's free online SAT test prep. If you would like to practice for the ACT, stop by the counseling office to pick up a copy an ACT practice test. If you would like to take a proctored practice test, 3RPrep offers a free proctored SAT or ACT test. The best way to combat test anxiety is to practice in order to become comfortable with the test itself.
College Tours
Sophomores and Juniors: Consider visiting a college or two over Presidents' Day weekend or spring break. Many schools offer visitation days in the spring. Make sure you check out the admission website of the particular school of interest to register for a tour, information session, or event on campus.
Summer Opportunities
Summer break is a time to relax and have fun. It is also a great time to build on learnings, step out of your comfort zone, and meet new friends. Colleges and Universities offer countless programs to gain these experiences as high school and incoming college students. Check out the list below and seek out further experiences that match your interests!
College Acceptances
2020
The following are post secondary institutions to which the members of the class of 2020 have been accepted.
Allegheny College
American University
American University of Beirut
Anderson University
Arizona State University
Auburn University
Baldwin Wallace University
Ball State University
Bethany College
Binghamton University
Boston College
Boston University
Bowling Green State University
Brandeis University
California College of the Arts
California University of Pennsylvania
Carlow University
Carnegie Mellon University
Case Western Reserve University
Chatham University
Christopher Newport University
Clemson University
Coastal Carolina University
Colgate University
College of Charleston
College of the Holy Cross
Colorado School of Mines
Colorado State University
Concordia University Wisconsin
Denison University
DePaul University
Dickinson College
Drexel University
Duquesne University
East Carolina University
Eastern University
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Elon University
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical
University, Daytona Beach
Emerson College
Endicott College
Fairfield University
First Institute
Florida Southern College
Fordham University
Franklin & Marshall College
Full Sail University
Gannon University
George Mason University
Georgetown University
Georgia Tech
Hampton University
High Point University
IE University, Segovia
Indiana University at Bloomington
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Ithaca College
James Madison University John Cabot University
John Carroll University
Kent State University
King's College
La Roche University
La Salle University
Lafayette College
Liberty University
Louisiana State University
Lourdes University
Loyola Marymount University
Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Maryland
Lynn University
Maastricht University, Netherlands
Manhattan School of Music
Marist College
Marquette University
Maryland Institute College of Art
Marymount Manhattan College
McGill University
McMaster University
Mercyhurst University
Miami University, Oxford
Michigan State University
Molloy College
Montclair State University
Muhlenberg College
New England Conservatory
New York University
North Carolina A&T State University
North Carolina State University
Nova Southeastern University
Oberlin College of Arts and Sciences
Ohio University
Pace University
Pennsylvania State University, University Park
Pennsylvania State University, Altoona
Pennsylvania State University, Greater Alleghney
Pennsylvania State University, New Kensigton
Pennsylvania State University, Schreyer Honors College
Pennsylvania State University,
The Behrend Campus, Erie
Point Park University
Pratt Institute
Providence College
Purdue University
Queen's Herstmonceaux Castle, Sussex campus
Queen's University
Radford University
Rider University
Roanoke College
Robert Morris University
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rollins College
Roosevelt University
Rosemont College
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Saint Francis University
Saint Joseph's University
Saint Louis University
Saint Mary's College
Saint Michael's College
Saint Vincent College
Salve Regina University
Santa Clara University
Sarah Lawrence College Savannah College of Art and Design
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Seton Hall University
Seton Hill University
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Spelman College
Stevens Institute of Technology
Susquehanna University Syracuse University
Temple University
The American Musical and Dramatic Academy
The American University of Paris
The American University of Rome
The Catholic University of America
The College of Wooster
The George Washington University
The New School - All Divisions The Ohio State University
The University of Akron
The University of Alabama
The University of Arizona
The University of Iowa
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
The University of Scranton
The University of Tampa
The University of Texas, Austin
Tyler School of Art
Union College
University of California, Davis
University of California, Irvine
University of California, Los Angeles
University of California, San Diego
University of California, Santa Barbara
University of California, Santa Cruz
University of Charleston
University of Colorado at Boulder
University of Connecticut
University of Dayton
University of Delaware
University of Denver
University of Florida
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
University of Indianapolis
University of Kentucky
University of Maine
University of Maryland, College Park
University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
University of Michigan
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
University of Mississippi
University of Mount Union
University of New Hampshire
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
University of Notre Dame
University of Oregon
University of Pennsylvania
University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg
University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown
University of Richmond
University of Rochester
University of San Diego
University of San Francisco
University of South Carolina
University of Tennessee
University of Toronto
University of Toronto St George
University of Vermont
University of Virginia
University of Washington
Ursinus College
Vanderbilt University
Villanova University
Virginia Tech
Wake Forest University
Washington and Jefferson College
Washington and Lee University
Washington College
Washington University in St. Louis
Waynesburg University
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Westminster College
Wheaton College IL
Wilfrid Laurier University
William & Mary
Xavier University
Xavier University of Louisiana
Youngstown State University
2019
The following are post secondary institutions to which the members of the class of 2019 have been accepted.
Albright College, PA
Alfred University, NY
Allegheny College, PA
American University, D.C.
Arizona State University, AZ
Baldwin Wallace University, OH
Barry University, FL
Belmont University, TN
Bentley University, MA
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania, PA
Boston College, MA
Boston University, MA
Bowling Green State University, OH
Bucknell University, PA
Butler University, IN
Cabrini University, PA
California University of Pennsylvania, PA
Carlow University, PA
Carnegie Mellon University, PA
Case Western Reserve University, OH
Central Michigan University, MI
Chatham University, PA
Clark Atlanta University, GA
Clemson University, SC
Cleveland State University, OH
Coastal Carolina University, SC
College of the Holy Cross, MA
College of William & Mary, VA
Colorado State University, CO
Columbia College Chicago Columbia University, NY
Connecticut College, CT
Denison University, OH
DePaul University, IL
DePauw University, IN
Dickinson College, PA
Drexel University, PA
Duquesne University, PA
Eastern Michigan University, MI
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, PA
Elmira College, NY
Elon University, NC
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, FL
Emerson College, MA
Emmanuel College, MA
Emory University, GA
Fairfield University, CT
Florida State University, FL
Fordham University, NY
Franklin & Marshall College, PA
Fredonia The State University of New York, NY
Full Sail University, FL
Furman University, SC
Gannon University, PA
George Brown University, Canada
George Mason University, VA
Georgia Institute of Technology, GA
Gettysburg College, PA
Gonzaga University, WA
Grove City College, PA
Hampton University, VA
High Point University, NC
Hofstra University, NY
Howard University, D.C.
Indiana University at Bloomington, IN
Indiana University of Pennsylvania, PA
Iona College, NY
James Madison University, VA
John Carroll University, OH
Johns Hopkins University, MD
Johnson & Wales University, FL
Juniata College, PA
Kent State University, OH
La Roche University, PA
La Salle University, PA
Lafayette College, PA
Lehigh University, PA
Laboratory Institute of Merchandising College, NY
Lincoln University, PA
Los Angeles College of Music, CA
Loyola Marymount University, CA
Loyola University Chicago, IL
Loyola University Maryland, MD
Lynn University, FL
Marietta College, OH
Marquette University, WI
McGill University, Canada
Mercyhurst University, PA
Merrimack College, MA
Miami University Oxford, OH
Michigan State University, MI
Mount Aloysius College, PA
Mount Saint Mary's University, MD
Muskingum University, OH
New York University, NY
North Carolina Central University, NC
North Carolina State University, NC
Northern Michigan University, MI
Northwestern University, IL
Occidental College, CA
Ohio University, OH
Ohio Wesleyan University, OH
Old Dominion University, VA
Otterbein University, OH
Pace University, NY
Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
Pennsylvania State University, Altoona, PA
Pennsylvania State University, Behrend, PA
Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, PA
Pennsylvania State University, Schreyer Honors College, PA
Point Park University, PA
Purdue University, IN
Randolph College, VA
Reed College, OR
Rice University, TX
Ringling College of Art and Design, FL
Robert Morris University, PA
Rollins College, FL
Rutgers University, NJ
Saint Francis University, PA
Saint Joseph's University, PA
Saint Louis University, MO
Saint Louis University Madrid, Spain
Saint Mary's College, IN
Saint Michael's College, VT
Saint Vincent College, PA
Salve Regina University, RI
Savannah College of Art and Design, GA
School of the Art Institute of Chicago, IL
Seton Hall University, NJ
Seton Hill University, PA
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, PA
Spelman College, GA
St. Bonaventure University, NY
St. Edward's University, TX
Swarthmore College, PA
Syracuse University, NY
Temple University, PA
Tennessee State University, TN
Texas A&M University, TX
The Catholic University of America, D.C.
The College of Wooster, OH
The George Washington University, D.C.
The New School, NY
The Ohio State University, OH
The University of Akron, OH
The University of Alabama, AL
The University of Arizona, AZ
The University of Iowa, IA
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, NC
The University of Scranton, PA
The University of Tampa, FL
Thiel College Dietrich Honors Institute, PA
Thomas Jefferson University, PA
Towson University, MD
Trinity College, CT
Tufts University, MA
Tulane University, LA
University at Albany The State University of New York, NY
University at Buffalo The State University of New York, NY
University of California, Berkeley, CA
University of California, Davis, CA
University of California, Irvine, CA
University of California, Riverside, CA
University of California, San Diego, CA
University of California, Santa Barbara, CA
University of California, Santa Cruz, CA
University of Central Florida, FL
University of Chicago, IL
University of Cincinnati, OH
University of Colorado at Boulder, CO
University of Dayton, OH
University of Delaware, DE
University of Denver, CO
University College Dublin, Ireland
University of Florida, FL
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, IL
University of Kansas, KS
University of Kentucky Lewis Honors College, KY
University of Kentucky, KY
University of Louisville, KY
University of Maryland College Park, MD
University of Massachusetts Amherst, MA
University of Miami, FL
University of Michigan, MI
University of Minnesota Twin Cities, MN
University of Mississippi, MS
University of Mount Union, OH
University of Notre Dame, IN
University of Pennsylvania, PA
University of Pittsburgh Honors College, PA
University of Pittsburgh, PA
University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, PA
University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, PA
University of Rochester, NY
University of South Carolina, SC
University of South Florida, FL
University of Southern California, CA
University of Sydney, Australia
University of Washington, WA
University of Wisconsin Madison, WI
Valparaiso University, IN
Vanderbilt University, TN
Villanova University, PA
Virginia State University, VA
Virginia Tech, VA
Wake Forest University, NC
Walsh University, OH
Washington and Jefferson College, PA
Washington and Lee University, VA
Washington College, MD
Washington University in St. Louis, MO
Waynesburg University, PA
West Chester University of Pennsylvania, PA
West Virginia University, WV
Westminster College, PA
Wheaton College, IL
Xavier University, OH
Xavier University of Louisiana, LA
Yale University, CT
Youngstown State University, OH
2018
The following are post secondary institutions to which the members of the class of 2018 have been accepted.
Alfred University, NY
Allegheny College, PA
American University, DC
Arcadia University, PA
Arizona State University, AZ
Ave Maria University, FL
Barnard College, NY
Baylor University, TX
Becker College, MA
Belmont University, TN
Bennett College, NC
Bethany College, WV
Boston College, MA
Boston University, MA
Bowling Green State University, OH
Brandeis University, MA
Bridgewater College, VA
Bucknell University, PA
Butler University, IN
California University of Pennsylvania, PA
Canisius College, NY
Carlow University, PA
Carnegie Mellon University, PA
Case Western Reserve University, OH
Chatham University, PA
Clemson University, SC
Cleveland State University, OH
College of Charleston, SC
College of Saint Elizabeth, NJ
College of the Holy Cross, MA
College of William and Mary, VA
Colorado State University, CO
Creighton University, NE
Davidson College, NC
Denison University, OH
DePaul University, IL
DePauw University, IN
Drexel University, PA
Duquesne University, PA
Elmira College, NY
Elon University, NC
Emerson College, MA
Emory University, GA
Fairmont State University, WV
Florida Gulf Coast University, FL
Florida State University, FL
Fordham University, NY
Gannon University, PA
Geneva College, PA
George Mason University, VA
Georgetown University, DC
Georgia Institute of Technology, GA
Grinnell College, IA
Grove City College, PA
Gwynedd Mercy University, PA
Hamilton College, NY
Hampton University, VA
Harrisburg University of Science & Technology, PA
Hiram College, OH
Hofstra University, NY
Houghton College, NY
Howard University, DC
Indiana University at Bloomington, IN
Indiana University of Pennsylvania, PA
Iowa State University, IA
James Madison University, VA
John Carroll University, OH
Juniata College, PA
Kent State University, OH
La Roche College, PA
La Salle University, PA
Lafayette College, PA
Lehigh University, PA
Loyola University Chicago, IL
Loyola University Maryland, MD
Lynn University, FL
Malone University, OH
Marietta College, OH
Marquette University, WI
Marymount University, VA
Mercyhurst Northeast, PA
Mercyhurst University, PA
Mercyhurst University, PA, Honors Program
Miami University, Oxford, OH
Michigan State University, MI
Millikin University, IL
Morgan State University, MD
Mount Aloysius College, PA
Muskingum University, OH
New England College, NH
New York Institute of Technology, NY
New York University, NY
Notre Dame College of Ohio, OH
Oberlin College, OH
Ohio Northern University, OH
Ohio University, OH
Ohio Wesleyan University, OH
Oklahoma City University, OK
Pace University, NY
Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
Pennsylvania State University - Abington, PA
Pennsylvania State University - Greater Allegheny, PA
Pennsylvania State University Erie - The Behrend College, PA
Pennsylvania State University - Schreyer Honors College, PA
Pepperdine University, CA
Point Park University, PA
Providence College, RI
Purdue University, IN
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, NY
Rhodes College, TN
Robert Morris University, PA
Rochester Institute of Technology, NY
Rutgers University-New Brunswick, NJ
Ryerson University, Ontario
Sacred Heart University, CT
Saint Francis University, PA
Saint Joseph's University, PA
Saint Mary's College, IN
Saint Vincent College, PA
Salve Regina University, RI
Santa Clara University, CA
Sarah Lawrence College, NY
Seton Hill University, PA
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, PA
Smith College, MA
Spelman College, GA
St. Bonaventure University, NY
St. John Fisher College, NY
St. John's University - Queens Campus, NY
St. Thomas University, FL
Stevens Institute of Technology, NJ
SUNY Stony Brook University, NY
SUNY Binghamton University, NY
SUNY Polytechnic Institute, NY
Susquehanna University, PA
Syracuse University, NY
Temple University, PA
The Catholic University of America, DC
The George Washington University, DC
The King's College, NY
The Ohio State University, OH
The University of Akron, OH
The University of Alabama, AL
The University of Scranton, OH
The University of Texas, Austin, TX
Thiel College, PA
Tulane University, LA
University of California, Davis, CA
University of California, Irvine, CA
University of California, San Diego, CA
University of California, Santa Barbara, CA
University of Cincinnati, OH
University of Colorado at Boulder, CO
University of Dayton, OH, Honors Program
University of Dayton, OH
University of Delaware, DE
University of Denver, CO
University of Florida, FL
University of Georgia, GA
University of Hartford, CT
University of Maine, ME
University of Maryland, College Park, MD
University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA
University of Massachusetts, Boston, MA
University of Miami, FL
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, MN
University of Mount Union, OH
University of New Hampshire at Durham, NH
University of North Carolina at Wilmington, NC
University of Notre Dame, IN
University of Oregon, OR
University of Pittsburgh, PA
University of Pittsburgh, PA, Honors College University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, PA
University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, PA
University of Pittsburgh at Titusville, PA
University of Rochester, NY
University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN
University of Toronto, Ontario
University of Vermont, VT
University of Virginia, VA
University of Washington, WA
Ursinus College, PA
Villanova University, PA
Virginia Tech, VA
Wake Forest University, NC
Walsh University, OH
Washington and Jefferson College, PA
Washington University in St. Louis, MO
Waynesburg University, PA
Webster University, MO
Wellesley College, MA
Wesley College, DE
Wesleyan University, CT
West Virginia University, WV
West Virginia University, WV, Honors College Westminster College, PA
Xavier University, OH
Xavier University of Louisiana, LA
York College of Pennsylvania, PA
Youngstown State University, OH
2017
The following are post secondary institutions to which the members of the class of 2017 have been accepted.
Alderson-Broaddus College, WV
Alderson-Broaddus College, WV
Allegheny College, PA
American University, DC
The American University of Paris, France
Appalachian State University, NC
Arcadia University, PA
Arizona State University, AZ
Baldwin Wallace University, OH
Bard College Berlin, Germany
Barnard College, NY
Becker College, MA
Boston College, MA
Boston University, MA
Boston University, MA, Honors College
Bowie State University, MD
Bowling Green State University, OH
Bridgewater College, VA, Flory Honors Program
Bucknell University, PA
Butler University, IN
California University of Pennsylvania, PA
Capital University, OH
Carlow University, PA
Carnegie Mellon University, PA
Case Western Reserve University, OH
The Catholic University of America, DC
College of Charleston, SC
College of William and Mary, VA
Chatham University, PA
Clemson University, SC
Cleveland State University, OH
Coastal Carolina University, SC
Colgate University, NY
Columbia College Chicago, IL
Columbia University, NY
Connecticut College, CT
Cornell University, NY
Delaware State University, DE
Denison University, OH
DePaul University, IL
Dickinson College, PA
Drexel University, PA
Duquesne University, PA
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, PA
Elon University, NC
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL
Emerson College, MA
Fordham University, NY
Fordham University, NY, Honors Program
Franciscan University of Steubenville, OH
Franklin & Marshall College, PA
Gannon University, PA
George Mason University, VA
The George Washington University, DC
Gordon College, MA
Grove City College, PA
High Point University, NC
Hobart and William Smith Colleges, NY
Hofstra University, NY
Howard University, DC
Immaculata University, PA
Indiana University at Bloomington, IN
Indiana University of Pennsylvania, PA
Ithaca College, NY
James Madison University, VA
John Carroll University, OH
John Carroll University, OH, Honors Program
Johns Hopkins University, MD
Kent State University, OH
Kenyon College, OH
King's College, PA La Roche College, PA
La Salle University, PA
Lafayette College, PA
Lehigh University, PA
Lincoln University, PA
Loyola University Chicago, IL
Loyola University Maryland, MD
Macalester College, MN
Manhattan College, NY
Marist College, NY
Marquette University, WI
Maryland Institute College of Art, MD
Marymount Manhattan College, NY
Mercyhurst University, PA
Miami University, Oxford, OH
Michigan State University, MI
Middlebury College, VT
Morgan State University, MA
Muhlenberg College, PA
New York Institute of Technology, NY
New York University, NY
Niagara University, NY
North Carolina A&T State University, NC
North Carolina State University, NC
North Park University, IL
Northeastern University, MA
The Ohio State University, OH
Ohio University, OH
Pace University, NY
Pennsylvania State University Park, PA
Pennsylvania State University, Schreyer Honors College, PA
Pepperdine University, CA
Point Park University, PA
Providence College, RI
Purdue University, IN
Robert Morris University, PA
Rochester Institute of Technology, NY
Saint Francis University, PA
Saint Joseph's University, PA
Saint Louis University, MO
Saint Vincent College, PA
School of Visual Arts, NY
Seton Hall University, NJ
Seton Hill University, PA
Simmons College, MA
Southern Methodist University, TX
Spelman College, GA
St. John's College, MD
St. John's University, Queens Campus, NY
Stevens Institute of Technology, NJ
Syracuse University, NY
Temple University, PA
Tulane University, LA
Tulane University, LA, Honors Program
The University of Akron, OH
University of California, Santa Cruz, CA
University of California, Irvine, CA
University of Central Florida, FL
University of Cincinnati, OH
University of Dayton, OH University of Dayton, OH, Honors Program
University of Miami, FL
University of Michigan, MI
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, MN
University of Mount Union, OH
University of New England, ME
University of North Carolina at Asheville, NC
University of North Carolina at Charlotte, NC
University of Notre Dame, IN
University of Oregon, OR
University of Pittsburgh, PA
University of Rhode Island, RI University of Richmond, VA
University of Rochester, NY
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, PA
University of South Carolina, SC
University of Tampa, FL
Ursinus College, PA
University of Utah, UT
University of Washington, WA
University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI
Villanova University, PA
Virginia Tech University, VA
Washington and Jefferson College, PA
Washington College, MD
Waynesburg University, PA
West Chester University of Pennsylvania, PA
West Virginia University, WV
Wheaton College, IL
Wheeling Jesuit University, WV
The College of Wooster, OH
Worcester Polytechnic Institute, MA
Xavier University, OH
Youngstown State University, OH
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