Dates
From: May 11, 2025
To: May 23, 2025
Duration
13 Days
States
California and Arizona
Cost
Free
*Airfare and visa fees not included
Deadline to apply
January 01, 2025
Embark on a transformative journey with us next summer as we introduce the second edition of Counselor Connect, exploring the educational landscapes of California and Arizona. After a successful first program in the Midwest, we are excited to head to a new region in the U.S. This exclusive university tour is crafted just for high school counselors, offering a deep dive into the West Coast’s dynamic universities./p>
We welcome counselors from all across the globe to discover the diverse educational opportunities and vibrant communities that define this region.
In California, you will be immersed in San Francisco’s city life while participating in interactive workshops, insightful university tours, and enriching cultural activities. Arizona offers universities with a range of specializations and diverse student populations. Each stop is designed to enhance your understanding of the opportunities that await your students on the West Coast.
Counselor Connect provides valuable insights into the ever-evolving world of college admissions. Personalized interaction with university admissions directors ensures that you leave with a wealth of knowledge and are ready to guide your students with the most up-to-date information you will not get from any website. The tour is geared towards new and seasoned counselors eager to learn more about their students’ prospects in the U.S.
So, fasten your seatbelts and set your sights on a professional development experience like no other. Counselor Connect – West Coast, 2025 is your gateway to discovering new opportunities and building connections that span the globe.
Who is this program for?
- High School Counselors only
- Counselors who work on U.S. college applications
- Counselors who are eager to visit the diverse range of U.S. universities & colleges
For more information, please visit our FAQ page or email us at info@edprograms.org
Why Counselor Connect?
- A wide range of university visits and meetings with the admission directors.
- Hands-on experiential learning
- Customized workshops and informative sessions on the university admissions and application process
- Exploring the U.S. West Coast region
- One-on-one Q&A with the admissions directors
- Networking tour
- Mini College Fairs
- A diverse cohort of counselors joining from Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.
Visiting Universities
- Stanford University
- Foothill-De Anza Community College
- San José State University
- University of California, Santa Cruz
- University of Southern California
- Loyola Marymount University
- California State University
- Orange Coast Community College
- Arizona state university
- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
- University of Arizona
- Northern Arizona University
*Participating Institutions may change upon EdPrograms discretion and hosting institutions’ availability.
Sightseeing/Other Activities
- Downtown Chicago
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Iconic Pacific Highway
- Grand Canyon
- And many more!
Faculty-led Classes & Workshops
Experiential Learning
Hotels/Hostels
Health Insurance
Some Meals
Ground Transportation
Recreational Activities
Full-time Tour Director
Admissions team at each visiting Institution
Etiquette Training
Life Skills
Eligibility Requirements
- Counselors must submit a thorough and complete application
- A letter of nomination from the counselor’s school
- Counselors must have a valid passport
- Participation will be guaranteed after a rigorous selection process
- Successful Counselors will be selected by EdPrograms after evaluation of their applications. We cannot guarantee selection into the program as our program has limited slots.
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