Each year, the West Bloomfield High School Counseling Department welcomes college admissions representatives to WBHS for our annual On-Site Admissions Day on Thursday, October 15th.

This is a great opportunity for seniors to:

Meet one-on-one with college admissions representatives
Receive an admissions decision
Learn about potential scholarship opportunities
Ask questions directly to college representatives

Students may register to meet with up to 5 colleges.

The event will take place on October 15th. Registration closes October 9 or earlier if a college reaches capacity. Some colleges may fill quickly, so register early!

Registration Form:

https://forms.gle/YrzrMpC7Do7s3kU98

If you have any questions, please see your counselor or Mrs. Essig. Thank you!

We are hosting a workshop on November 4th at 6:30 p.m. to help seniors and parents complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to apply for financial aid for their first year in college. As a public service, a representative from Oakland University is facilitating the workshop. The information provided will help students attending any university.

Please register using the link below and follow the instructions to prepare.

You can join us in person in the iCenter or virtually, whatever works best for you.

Please register using this link: https://apply.oakland.edu/register/?id=35ade44d-5fd1-4215-87c4-20932ba86477

Before you attend the FAFSA Workshop:

Student applicants and each parent contributor should each create their own studentaid log in at studentaid.gov (if a user does not have a social security number, they will need to create their account at least three days in advance.)
Determine which parent(s) will contribute information to the FAFSA if there are multiple households to consider- https://studentaid.gov/sites/default/files/is-my-parent-a-contributor.jpg
Record each studentaid.gov login in a secure location or on Step One of the FAFSA Worksheet.
Review the FAFSA Checklist to gather information necessary to complete the FAFSA.
If you are unable to join the workshop on the date/time selected, you can access OU hosted workshops open to anyone regardless of college choice on the Financial Aid Events website

Every fall WBHS hosts college representatives in our building. We invite juniors and seniors to learn more about a variety of colleges and establish relationships with the college rep.

Below is a link to the visits currently set up. Please know that this list is updated daily! Please bookmark this page and check frequently for updates.

Out of respect for the representative's time, if you sign up, please make sure you attend. Remember that many times the rep hosting these meetings is also the rep reading your college application. This is a great opportunity to ask questions!

WB College Rep Visit Sign-Up

Remember, this list is updated daily!

Seniors,

If you are applying to a college that requires a Counselor Letter of Recommendation, please complete the Counselor Brag Sheet. by September 25th. This form gives your counselor important information about your experiences, accomplishments, goals, and interests so they can write a thoughtful and personalized letter on your behalf.

You should also schedule an appointment with your counselor to meet and discuss your recommendation letter.

Important Deadline: Your completed Counselor Brag Sheet. must be submitted to your counselor by September 25th. Please plan ahead! Your counselors need adequate time to prepare a strong letter that represents you well.

Thank you!

Below is a list of open house events on college campuses in Michigan. Students can register on the college websites and must provide their own transportation.

Aquinas College Visit Days

Open House - Saturday, September 30 & Saturday, November 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Explore academic majors, engage with our dedicated faculty and meet students. Open Houses are a great introduction to first-time visitors and include a campus tour.

Information Session & Campus Tour - Select Saturdays at 10 a.m.

Aquinas College - Campus Visit

Grand Valley State Laker Experience Days

Visit GVSU on Saturday, October 3rd and Saturday, November 7th.

Register here: Laker Open House

Hillsdale College

If you are a senior applying to Hillsdale College, you will need an interview. Often, admissions reps will set up interviews in our area. Reserve your spot soon! You can set those up here: Visiting Campus - Hillsdale College.

On campus events are here: Visiting Campus - Hillsdale College

October 5,12, 23. November 2, 13, 20th.

Hope College Anchor Days

Spend the day at Hope College. There are many, many dates available this fall to visit Hope; the first day is Friday, September 18th.

Register here: Anchor Days | Visit (hope.edu)

Lawrence Technological University

November 14th and December 5th

Tour the Southfield campus with a Student Ambassador to see if Lawrence Tech is the right fit!

LTU Visit Day

Kalamazoo College K Days

Fall Discover K Days:

Register here: Discover K Day – Admission | Kalamazoo College

Michigan State Presentation and Tour Days

There are some Monday and Friday options for September, and many weekday openings for October. Register and reserve your space here: Michigan State University - Campus visit (msu.edu)

Michigan Tech

Prospective Undergraduate Student Events | Michigan Tech Events Calendar (mtu.edu)

Northern Michigan University

WildCat Weekend October 9-10th 2026

Wildcat Weekend | NMU Admissions

Oakland University Go for the Gold Event

There are numerous group events and individual tours available during the week. Visit OU - Undergraduate Admissions - Oakland University

Business Day, Pre-Med Night, Engineering Day, Nursing Day

Saginaw Valley State University

Your Academic Journey at SVSU

Saturday, October 24th

Visit Our Campus - Saginaw Valley State University (svsu.edu)

UD Mercy Visit Days

October 17, 2026

December 5, 2026
February 6, 2027

Visit campus between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. to learn about all things Detroit Mercy. Guests can participate in a variety of sessions to explore academics, campus life and student success resources at UDM. University of Detroit Mercy (udmercy.edu)

University of Michigan Campus Tours

Tours are conducted on Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays in both September and October. Register here to save your spot. University of Michigan - Campus Tours (umich.edu)

Wayne State University Open House

Visit Wayne State. Join us in person for our 2026 Fall Open House on Saturday, October 3rd. Register here: Open House - Wayne State University

Western Michigan University Open House

Save the Date for Fall 2026 Open Houses!

Friday, Oct. 9
Saturday, Oct. 17
Friday, Oct. 30
Saturday, Nov. 7
Open House Programs | Admissions | Western Michigan University (wmich.edu)

The United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) is an intensive week-long educational experience and scholarship sponsored by the United States Senate for outstanding high school students who are interested in pursuing careers in public service.

USSYP Selection Process – How to Qualify

Qualified high school junior or seniors must show demonstrated leadership by serving in elected or appointed positions in which they are actively representing or previously represented a constituency in organizations related to student government, education, public affairs and community service. They must be actively serving in qualified leadership positions, enrolled in high school and living in the state that they will represent for the entire 2026 – 2027 academic year. Students must also be an exec member of NHS or student government.

Rising high school juniors and seniors may inquire directly to their state selection contacts. All student delegates to the United States Senate Youth Program are selected by state-level education officials.

DEADLINE: October 8, 2026

teachinghistoryinmi@gmail.com
https://www.teachinghistoryinmi.org/us-senate-youth-program

12th Grade - College Application Fee Waiver Codes are shared in the College and Career Center Canvas page. In October, many colleges will waive their fees. We will share the codes once we receive them. Below are a few we have. This list will grow! Also, do a quick internet search to find more!

COLLEGES IN MICHIGAN:

Central Michigan University: Central27

Calvin University: 1876

Eastern Michigan University: MBS

Lawrence Tech University: LTU1932

Michigan State University: SPARTAN1855 (use between Oct. 1-15th)

Wayne State University: WSU2027

OUT OF STATE COLLEGES:

Bowling Green State University: BGSU

Carthage College: BRIGHTFUTURE

Claremont McKenna College: CMC2027

Coastal Carolina University: CCU2027

College of Charleston: Charleston27

Colorado Mesa University: NEWMAV

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: GOERAU27

Jacksonville University: BEAPHIN

Kutztown University: GOLDEN

Lafayette College: LAF31

Northern Arizona University: JACKS

University of Alabama: Free if you apply through Alabama's online application (not the Common App)

University of Nebraska - Lincoln: HUSKER

University of Pittsburgh: UP1787

University of Vermont: Evergreen

Wheaton College (IL): ApplyEarly

University of Toledo: UT1872 also can use Back2School.

Additionally, college application fee waivers are available for students who qualify for free and reduced lunch. Your family needs to apply each year for free and reduced lunch. Please fill out the free and reduced lunch form by clicking here: https://www.wbsd.org/departments/nutriton-services

9th-11th Grade - If you qualify for free and reduced lunch, you can receive a code to waive your fees for the ACT and/or SAT. Please apply for free and reduced lunch first and confirm that you qualify then see your counselor

https://www.questbridge.org/high-school-students/national-college-match

QuestBridge is a non-profit organization that connects high-achieving, low-income high school students with full four-year scholarships and admission to top partner colleges. High-achieving students from low-income backgrounds can apply for free to our college partners through the National College Match. All deadlines occur at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time.

Deadline

October 1 - National College Match application deadline for eligible high school seniors. See website for all of the details.

*Because all of our college partners have extremely competitive admissions processes, Finalists who do not match should also apply to a range of target and likely non-QuestBridge colleges where they are confident they can be admitted.

If you are in 11th and 12th grade, be sure to "accept" the invitation to join the Virtual College and Career Center! Mrs. Essig has created a fantastic resource for you! After you have reviewed the information, you are welcome to set up an appointment with her if you have questions. Mrs. Essig kindly asks that juniors wait until after November 1st to make an appointment as seniors are her priority with November 1st college application deadlines. Check Canvas for more details and announcements.

Parents - You can view the information by being an "observer" of your student in Canvas.

Below are some helpful links for Canvas.