Staten Island Reporter

School Of Professional Horticulture, N. Y. Botanical Garden issued the following announcement.

Art College Night

Date:

Friday, October 2, 2020 at 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM EDT

Online Event 

https://whitney.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tYYUqwwTQ_OiasjkwM_KUg

Join Event

Details

Online via Zoom

High school students in grades 9–12

Teens are invited to join us online for our Annual Art College Night, a two-part series that will explore many aspects of the college admissions and financial aid process. Meet representatives from colleges with studio art, art history, and art education programs. Learn about scholarship opportunities, college essay writing tips, art portfolio development, and much more!

Both parts of the series are free with registration.

October 2

4–6 pm

Admissions and Financial Aid 101: The college admissions and financial aid process can not only be daunting but also feel like an extra class. Here, we provide you with the necessary information needed to keep you on track for success.

College Essay Writing: Your college essay should make you stand out! Learn best methods to incorporate into your writing.

Portfolio Development: Join professionals as they share advice and tips for building a memorable art portfolio.

October 9

4–5:30 pm

Learn about specific art majors and career paths from art schools and departments from schools across NYC and beyond. This session will feature admissions counselors from:

City College of New York

The Cooper Union

Hunter College

Maryland Institute College of Art

Marymount Manhattan College

The Pratt Institute

SUNY Oneonta

and more!  

Free with registration.

Register here: https://whitney.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tYYUqwwTQ_OiasjkwM_KUg

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