Here’s where it all begins: the background, the experience and the start of the collaboration. Start here to learn about some of the people involved in the UCCC.

In this episode, we discuss the comprehensive steps in the college application process, starting from freshman year through senior year. They break down each year's focus, from getting acclimated in high school to exploring career options, visiting colleges, getting organized, and finally applying to colleges and seeking financial aid. goes here

Breaking down the internship and job search process for college students and everyone with Susan Newman.

In this episode of the UCCC Podcast, host Susan Newman discusses essential steps for launching a successful career search. Susan shares her expertise in marketing, branding, and job search strategies, highlighting a comprehensive 10-step process.

Learn the ins and outs of taking a gap year. Explore the differences between voluntary and involuntary gap years and using this time productively. The conversation covers key aspects such as assessing readiness for a gap year, planning and executing it successfully, and addressing mental health needs. They offer guidance for parents on evaluating their child's readiness for college and share actionable steps for making the most of a gap year.

Diving straight into the bustling world of personal branding, this course is your ultimate playbook for navigating the twists and turns of the job search. Whether you're in or fresh out of school, looking to climb the career ladder at your current company, or ready to leap into a new industry entirely, you'll grasp the art of marketing yourself like a pro.

Susan Newman (school2life) is an experienced educator and relationship marketing professional who assists entrepreneurs, athletes, students, and workforces with self-marketing and personal branding techniques to achieve their immediate career and future business goals.

Newman has collaborated with iconic brands and notable professionals, equipping them with career launch and advancement strategies to successfully market themselves with sophistication, relevance, and confidence. Fill out the form below to learn more.

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susan@school2life.com

Heather McCowen, PhD, is a 30-year veteran of college admissions. A former associate dean of admissions, high school counselor, college parent, and current independent college consultant, Heather has worked individually with over 1500 students on their college search process, assisting students in every major and field of study.

Dr. McCowen, along with her colleagues at College Inside Track, assists families across the US in their education pursuits. Fill out the form below to learn more.

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Heather’s LinkedIn

heather@heathermccowen.com

Top5 Colleges is a powerful tool that helps students find the best financial fit for their education by comparing the amount of merit—and need-based scholarships they can expect to receive from different colleges—everything in one place.

Top5 Colleges tool simplifies the process of comparing various college costs. With just a few clicks, you can easily compare net price calculators from multiple colleges. No more manually entering student information for each college.

Grab a group of your friends and go through the college application or job internship process together. You’ll work in group sessions and in a course platform designed for you.

Work with us as a group so that you and your friends can achieve greatness together; apply to college, search for a job or internship or learn a new skill.

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Whether your gap year is between high school and college, between college and career or between your past career and future, we are excited to help you navigate this pivot.

Between our course and coaching support lets find a way for you to make the most out of your gap year so that you are on your way to your next adventure.

Grad school happens on your schedule. Whether right after your bachelor’s degree, a few years later or mid career.

Navigating this process is challenging when you aren’t connected to your undergraduate career center. Let us help you through this process as you take this next step in higher education.