CollegeWeekLive & The 2014 New York City Virtual College Fair
Teens and Technology 78% of teens have a cell phone 47% of teens have a smartphone 23% of teens have a tablet 95% of teens use the internet 93% of teens have a computer or have access to one at home Pew Internet & American Life Project, 2013
Trivia - Question 1 How many hours a week does the average teenager spend online? Answer: 53 hours a week Pew Internet & American Life Project, 2013
College Prep with Technology 68% of teens said they have viewed college websites on a mobile device 73% of teens are interested in downloading campus-specific applications for schools on their target list When participating in live, online video presentations, more than 80% of teens said they want to hear from admissions reps Noel-Levitz, 2013
College Prep Communication Live Connections Across The Enrollment Cycle Discover -- Inquire -- Research -- Engage -- Apply -- Enroll 62% of teens want to communicate with college reps before, during and after applying 94% of teens want to communicate with college reps during the enrollment process
What is CollegeWeekLive? CollegeWeekLive is a free online college fair that connects students and parents with admissions representatives from over 500 colleges and universities and leading admissions experts.
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What can students do at CollegeWeekLive? Chat with admissions representatives Ask questions regarding application requirements and deadlines, applying for financial aid and academic programs. Engage in live student video presentations View interactive presentations led by current college students to find out what campus life is really like. Get free advice from leading authors and college experts College application and admissions experts share their insights on everything students needs to know on college admissions, including test prep, selecting a good fit college and applying for financial aid.
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Trivia Question 2 What percentage of current college freshmen were accepted to their No. 1 choice college? Answer: 76% of students Higher Education Research Institute, 2012
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2014 NYC Virtual College Fair March 13, 2014 11:00AM 7:00PM EST 50+ colleges & universities
2014 NYC Virtual College Fair: How to participate Sign up in advance or on day of event Login to www.collegeweeklive.com on March 13th anytime during 11:00am 7:00pm EST Visit 50+ colleges and universities Watch live video presentations, ask questions Computers, laptops, tablet and smartphones Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome preferred Hardwire internet better than wireless
2014 NYC Virtual College Fair: How to facilitate Reserve computer labs in advance Partner with teachers to let students participate during class time Leave computer labs open after school Partner with local businesses, community groups or colleges for access to computers Join your students in college chat rooms
2014 NYC Virtual College Fair: How to promote Distribute NYC Virtual College Fair flyer Link to event from your website Share information with teachers Include in PA announcements Post in social media outlets Email information to parents and families Student newspaper and other school media Ask community groups and non-profits for help
2014 NYC Virtual College Fair: How to make the most of it Decorate your school with college pennants and posters Ask teachers and faculty to wear college alumni gear to school Encourage students to wear college apparel Give extra credit to students that participate from home Interview school leaders about their college experience and play on morning news Serve snacks, sing college chants and make it fun! Example: Ben Davis High School, Indianapolis, IN
Trivia Question 3 How will your school make the most of New York City s Virtual College Fair? Answer: Get creative, engage your students and have fun!
After the Event Invite colleges to chat with your students for a date and time that works best for you Access free resources: Lesson plans College readiness worksheets Video presentations Share resources with students and parents Participate in free online professional development events and earn CEU credit
Questions? CollegeWeekLive.com Elizabeth Crouch Senior High School Partnerships Manager ecrouch@collegeweeklive.com Danielle Cohen High School Partnerships Specialist Northeast dcohen@collegeweeklive.com