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SVHS College & Career Center
SVHS College & Career Center
Mr. Carlos Nalda, College and Career Navigator | Email
Open Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 3:00pm | Phone: 240-740-6418 | Room 2408
Seneca Valley High School CEEB Code: 210582 | SVHS Naviance Info
ABOUT
ABOUT
Welcome! The College & Career Center holds a wealth of information and resources for students as they ponder "life after high school." Parents and students can reach out or make an appointment with Mr. Nalda in the College & Career Center for assistance with college, career, or scholarship searches. The College & Career Center also has many resources and information regarding financial aid. This is especially important for eleventh and twelfth graders.
During the school year, the College & Career Center is open 7:00am - 3:00pm. Students can come in before school, after school, or during lunch. At any other time during the day, students may come down with a pass as long as a scheduled activity is not taking place. Parents & Guardians are also welcome to schedule an appointment via email. Zoom meetings are also available.
Attention Seniors! Applying to College???
Attention Seniors! Applying to College???
Applying to College
Applying to College
The following document has been created to assist you with the process of applying to college here at SVHS. It is important that you read through this document and follow all of the steps! You may want to bookmark and/or save this important link!
Visit the Applying to College Page to see other important information and resources to assist students with the college process!
Curious or want to learn more about a particular college? Click this link to see where some of our SVHS staff members attended. They have volunteered to speak with students about their school and experience!
Financial Aid
Financial Aid
The Financial Aid Guide for Seniors is another important document for students to review. It contains information about financial aid, how to apply, and other important resources to help you pay for college.
SVHS Class of 2026 College Information Night - Recording & Slideshow Presentation
SVHS Class of 2026 College Information Night - Recording & Slideshow Presentation
Click below to see the recording and slideshow presentation from our annual College Information Night on Tuesday, September 9.
College & Career Representative Visits in the College & Career Center (Juniors & Seniors)
College & Career Representative Visits in the College & Career Center (Juniors & Seniors)
College Representative Visits
College Representative Visits
Juniors & Seniors are invited to participate in college rep visits to SVHS to learn more about colleges and universities. Representatives come to SVHS to talk about their schools and answer questions. Advantages of participating in college rep visits:
Meeting the contact from a college or university. Many times, these are the same people reviewing your application!
Learning in-depth information about the school, their program offerings, and financial aid.
In some cases, reps may offer insight on how to receive an application fee waiver for their college or university.
Career Visits
Career Visits
Mr. Nalda also schedules local organizations, employers, and military branches who are looking to hire or offer opportunities to Seneca Valley students. Many times, these visits will take place in the SVHS Cafeteria during lunch and students from all grades can stop by anytime to learn more.
Schedule
Schedule
The list of all visits is available in Naviance or on the link below. Visit dates can also be seen on the SVHS College & Career Center Calendar.
Weekly Notes from The College & Career Center for Juniors & Seniors
Weekly Notes from The College & Career Center for Juniors & Seniors
College Application Workshops for Seniors
College Application Workshops for Seniors
During the month of October, Counseling Services will be hosting weekly college application workshops for seniors. These workshops are opportunities for students to work on college applications during lunch, with the support of the counseling services team.
On PSAT Day, Counseling Services will also be hosting a college essay review day. Seniors are encouraged to come to school between 8am-12pm for support with college essays, naviance, common app, personal statements, and other items related to the college application process.
Discover essential tips and strategies for successful college applications during our informative workshops.
Where?
College Career Information Center, Room 2408
When?
October 7
October 16
October 22
October 27
October 30
AT LUNCH
College App Workshop Flyer.pdfEvents & Opportunities
Events & Opportunities
Presentación Virtual Sobre Ayuda Financiera en Español
Presentación Virtual Sobre Ayuda Financiera en Español
Lunes, 13 de octubre, a las 6:30 p.m.
Hola, estudiantes y padres de la clase de 2026,
¡Montgomery College ofrecerá una presentación sobre ayuda financiera totalmente en español! Es una gran oportunidad para que los estudiantes y sus familias conozcan las ayudas financieras disponibles y cómo solicitarlas. Es un evento VIRTUAL que tendrá lugar el lunes 13 de octubre a las 6:30pm.
Si desean asistir, por favor regístrense aquí y recibirán un enlace de Zoom antes del evento.
¡Esperamos que participen!
Preguntas? Por favor envíe un correo electrónico a la Sra. Faria (Daisy_M_Faria@mcpsmd.org).
Introducción al proceso de admisiones universitarias
Introducción al proceso de admisiones universitarias
Lunes, 13 de octubre, 6:30 p.m.
Zoom
Únase a profesionales con amplia experiencia en el proceso de admisiones universitarias para una presentación sobre el proceso de admisiones universitarias en los Estados Unidos. Esta presentación ofrecerá una visión general del proceso de admisiones, incluyendo términos clave que debe conocer y plazos de solicitud que debe seguir. Va ver oportunidad de hacer preguntas.
251013_IntroduccionAdmisiones.pdfConceptos básicos sobre la ayuda financiera
Conceptos básicos sobre la ayuda financiera
Jueves, 16 de octubre, 6:30 p.m.
Zoom
Aprenda cómo la ayuda financiera puede ayudarle a pagar la universidad. Esta presentación repasa los tipos y las fuentes de ayuda financiera y proporciona información sobre cómo completar las solicitudes federales, estatales e institucionales. Va ver oportunidad de hacer preguntas.
251016_FA.pdfMICUA Private College Application Days
MICUA Private College Application Days
Apply to Maryland’s private colleges with no application fees!
Apply to Maryland’s private colleges with no application fees!
Save the remaining dates!
Save the remaining dates!
- October 22, 2025
- November 10, 2025
Ready to explore your future at one of Maryland’s private colleges or universities? In partnership with the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), join us for Private College Application Days and apply to MICUA institutions with no application fees!
This is your chance to take the next step without the usual costs—don’t miss out!
Students can apply through the Common App or directly on each school’s website.
MICUA Private College Application Day 2025.pdfCollege and Career Readiness Videos
College and Career Readiness Videos
Collection of college and career readiness recordings of workshops hosted by a variety of experts in their field. From, how to interpret the Common Data Set to What is a Good Fit for College, to How to Make your Common App less Common - you will find answers to many of your questions by watching these pre-recorded videos!
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