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SVHS College & Career Center
SVHS College & Career Center
Mr. Carlos Nalda, College and Career Navigator | Email
Open Monday - Friday, 7:00am to 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.
Weekly Notes from The College & Career Center for Juniors & Seniors
Weekly Notes from The College & Career Center for Juniors & Seniors
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 2027 College Information Night - Slideshow Presentation
SVHS Class of 2027 College Information Night - Slideshow Presentation
On Thursday, Sep 10, the Counseling Services team hosted our annual College Information Night. Rooms were packed and it was wonderful to work with our students and families as they embark on this exciting process. Important information was shared about the college application process, using Naviance and the Common App, requesting letters of recommendation, transcripts, test scores, financial aid, scholarships, and more. If you weren't able to attend, here's a link to the slideshow presentation.
2026-27 SVHS College & Career Rep Visits to SVHS
2026-27 SVHS College & Career Rep Visits to SVHS
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. Students must have permission from their teacher in order to attend.
It is the responsibility of each student to make-up any work they may miss. Unless noted, these visits will take place in the College & Career Center, Room #2408.
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 are welcome to stop by anytime to learn more.
Events & Opportunities
Events & Opportunities
SUNY Free Application Week
SUNY Free Application Week
Apply to Up to 5 SUNY Campuses With No Application Fee!
Save money by applying to up to five SUNY (State University of New York) schools with no application fee from October 19 – November 2.
Before you apply to SUNY, explore their 64 colleges and universities to narrow down your top choices.
https://www.suny.edu/whichsuny/
Instructions on how to redeem the fee waiver(s) in Common App:
On Common App, click on the tab that says My Colleges, select the SUNY campus on the left, and choose General. There will be a question that says, "It's free application week with the State University of New York through...! Would you like SUNY to pay your application fee?" If you select "Yes", your fee will be waived for that SUNY school, and you can do this for up to five SUNY schools.
SUNY Free App Weeks.pdfMoCoCAP Career Advising Program Presents Sip & Chat Series
MoCoCAP Career Advising Program Presents Sip & Chat Series
Learn about her Health Professional career journey from serving in the Army to work as a lab tech, surgical assistant and teacher!
Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Time: Lunch
Location: Room 1605
Guest Speaker: Ms. Goslin
Serving in the Army as a lab tech > Surgical Assistant > Teacher
Come to our SIP & CHAT to hear career experiences of Ms. Goslin.
Contact Mr. Vuk for more information in Room 2104B.
¡CAFECITO! ¡ College 101: Introducción a la Universidad !
¡CAFECITO! ¡ College 101: Introducción a la Universidad !
ESTUDIANTES Y FAMILIAS ¡ESTÁN INVITADOS!
MIÉRCOLES, 21 OCTUBRE 2026 | 5:45 PM-7:30 PM
Habrá información sobre:
Cómo funciona el colegio comunitario (términos, programas, servicios)
Información sobre los diferentes tipos de colegios y universidades
Tipos de títulos y opciones profesionales: Asociado, Licenciatura, y Certificados Técnicos
MONTGOMERY COLLEGE-ROCKVILLE CAMPUS
EDIFICIO: CAMPUS CENTER CC158-Faculty/Staff Lounge
Haz clic aquí para ver el folleto | Registrate Hoy
Para solicitar informacion sobre estos eventos, envie un corroeo electronico a: PRISCYLA.AGUILAR-VILLATORO@MONTGOMERYCOLLEGE.EDU
10-21-26 MC Cafecito.pdfMaryland Private College Application Days - Application Fees Waived!
Maryland Private College Application Days - Application Fees Waived!
Apply to Maryland’s private colleges with no application fees!
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 Day and apply to MICUA institutions with no application fees!
Please note: Fees are automatically waived for most schools, no code needed.
Johns Hopkins University: use code MDAPPLYDAY.
Loyola University Maryland: select the Maryland Private College Application Day fee waiver in the Common App.
Remaining Dates:
October 22, 2026 | November 9, 2026
This is your chance to take the next step without the usual costs—don’t miss out!
The Game Changer Conference for Young Males and Parents
The Game Changer Conference for Young Males and Parents
Description: The Game Changer Conference is essentially a youth development, mentoring, college/career readiness, and empowerment conference for young males and their families. It is specifically tailored toward African American and other minority male students in grades 4–12.
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 12 Noon
Location: Montgomery College - Germantown Campus - BioScience Ctr.
20200 Observation Drive, Germantown, MD 20876
Registration and Conference Details Link: https://www.thegameconference.org/
Paying for College and Trade School Fall 2026
Paying for College and Trade School Fall 2026
Make education-related financial decisions that support your future goals and vision.
College and trade school planning from a financial perspective | Student focused | For parents and students to attend together | Interactive
In this session, learn more about:
How to make financially wise education decisions | Educational choices and their costs | Sources of Funds | Student Loan Basics | Lifestyle spending and saving
For high school students together with their parents or guardians, or current college students who might also find the information helpful.
Select any session - content is the same. The 2-hour workshops will have a mid-session break, and Q&A opportunities.
Saturday, 10/24/26, 10AM-12 noon
Tuesday, 10/27/26, 6:30-8:30 PM
Wednesday, 10/28/26, 6:30-8:30 PM
Thursday, 11/5/26, 6:30-8:30 PM
Questions? dnuckols@umd.edu
Click here for more information and to register | Click here for the flyer
UME_PayForCollege_Flyer_Nuckols FALL 2026.pdfFAFSA Workshop: FAFSA Facts and Myths
FAFSA Workshop: FAFSA Facts and Myths
Thursday, October 29
6:30-7:30 PM
FAFSA - What is fact, what is false, and what can you expect?
Who?
High school students together with their parents or guardians.
Current college students might also find the information helpful.
Presented By: University of Maryland Extension
Workshop leader: Dorothy Nuckols, MPH, AFC®
Questions? dnuckols@umd.edu
Click here for more information and to register | Click here for the flyer
UME_PayForCollege_Flyer_Nuckols FALL 2026.pdfUSG + MoCo CAP Family Engagement Night @ SVHS
USG + MoCo CAP Family Engagement Night @ SVHS
Thursday, October 29 | 6:00-8:00 PM | Seneca Valley High School
Explore college, career, financial aid & dual enrollment opportunities for your student. Students and family members are encouraged to attend together!
Please note that there will be a breakout session during this event with completion assistance if you need help completing the FAFSA.
What to Expect:
College & Career Planning
FAFSA & Financial Aid Information
Dual Enrollment Opportunities
Explore Programs at USG
Meet College & Career Professionals
Community Resources & Networking
RSVP by October 19: Click here to RSVP | Click here for the flyer
10-29-26 Seneca Valley Engagement Night .pdfMount Calvary Baptist Church 16th Annual HBCU College Fair
Mount Calvary Baptist Church 16th Annual HBCU College Fair
Saturday, October 31, 2026
10:00am - 2:00 PM | Mt. Calvary Baptist Church - Leon Grant Family Life Center
Join us for this opportunity
Your Purpose. Your Path. Your Legacy.
Workshops & Seminars
College prep, financial aid, career planning & more!
Onsite Acceptances
Get accepted on the spot by participating HBCUs!
Scholarship Awards
You may leave with scholarship money!
College 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!
*For students and families at all MCPS high schools. Shared and maintained by the College & Career Navigator at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School.
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