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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 Fairs USA Field Trip - October 10
College Fairs USA Field Trip - October 10
We are excited to announce the College Fairs USA (Formerly Hispanic College Fair) will take place at Bohrer Park on Friday, October 10, 2025! Admission representatives will be there to answer your questions about Admission Requirements, College Essays, Financial Aid, Scholarships and more. This college fair opportunity is open to students in 11th & 12th grade. Students of all races and ethnicities are welcome to attend this fair. This will be a field trip during the school day.
Field Trip Details:
Date: Friday, October 10, 2025
Location: Bohrer Park, 506 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, Maryland
Time: Students will depart SVHS at 11:00am and return to school at 12:30pm
Cost: FREE (MCPS bus transportation provided)
In order to participate in this field trip, students need to return a Signed permission slip to Mr. Nalda in the College/Career Center, Room 2408. Click here or students can obtain a paper copy from the Career Center.
Signed permission slip is due to Mr. Nalda (Room 2408) by Friday, September 26, at 12pm.
Click here for more information and list of participating colleges
Events & Opportunities
Events & Opportunities
MICUA 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 dates!
Save the dates!
- September 19, 2025
- October 6, 2025
- 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.pdfThe MCPS NEW Grading and Reporting Regulation & College Admissions Process
The MCPS NEW Grading and Reporting Regulation & College Admissions Process
September 25th, 2025
September 25th, 2025
6:30 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.
Zoom Webinar
Zoom Webinar
Hear from Directors of Admissions from:
Johns Hopkins University, Towson University, the University of Maryland, and other local representatives!
Please register on the link here:
https://forms.gle/oEhAxaG5d9wwp69C7
Zoom instructions will be sent prior to the meeting
09-24-25 Grading and Reporting Webinar Flyer.pdfHow to Pay for College
How to Pay for College
In-person and Virtual event, Saturday, October 4, 2025
In-person and Virtual event, Saturday, October 4, 2025
Did you know that the 2026-2027 FAFSA will be available on October 1, 2025? Would you like some help filling out the 2026 -2027 FAFSA? Join us so we may help you complete the FAFSA and answer your financial aid questions.
Virtual and in-person:
Saturday, October 4, 2025 | 10 am – 2 pm | Rockville Campus, SV building
Join us for this informative event and learn how to finance your education or workforce training. You can learn about MC Scholarships, financial aid programs, Maryland 529, dual enrollment, and more.
Registration is required. Click here for the link to register.
Military Academies & Colleges Expo
Military Academies & Colleges Expo
Saturday, October 4, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | National Museum of the United States Army in Fort Belvoir, VA!
Interested in a rigorous, leadership-focused college experience? Don’t miss the Military
Academies & Colleges Expo. Hosted by the Army Historical Foundation, this free event brings together representatives from all U.S. Service Academies, Senior Military Colleges, and ROTC program experts—everything you need in one place to explore the wide range of educational and career opportunities these incredible institutions offer.
Learn about:
Admissions processes and eligibility for each institution
ROTC scholarship opportunities
Life at a Service Academy or Senior Military College
Paths to commissioning as an officer in the U.S. military
How a degree from a Senior Military College can also lead to success in the civilian sector
Whether you’re considering active duty, ROTC, or a leadership-focused education that prepares
you for success in both military and civilian careers, this event is for you!
10-04-25 Flyer_Military Academy and Colleges EXPO_4OCT2025.pdfCollege Success Preparation Parent Night: How to Make College Affordable
College Success Preparation Parent Night: How to Make College Affordable
Come join us to learn about the nuts and bolts of financing college and the admissions process. The information will be provided in English and Spanish.
October 7, 2025 - Montgomery College Takoma Park Campus Cultural Arts Center
or
October 9, 2025 - Montgomery College Germantown Campus Bioscience Education Center
10-25 College Success Prep Night.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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