College Advising

The College Process

In January, students are assigned their college advisor. Upper mids should plan to meet one-on-one with their college advisor three to four times throughout the second semester.
The Upper Mid College Forum is held in the middle of January and is an introduction to many of the issues involved in the college process. Parents are invited to campus for the event which includes several admissions representatives for a range of colleges and universities.
A Spring College Fair is held in mid-April with approximately 75+ colleges and universities represented.
In May, college advisors will introduce students to the Common Application, provide workshops on writing college essays, and work with students on requesting teacher recommendations. Students will also be provided with a summer tasks list so that they know work they need to complete for their college applications prior to the start of their senior year.

Continue to attend regular meetings with their college advisor to stay on track during the college application process. College advisors will work closely with students to build a balanced college list.
Applications in the fall for Early Decision or Early Action are traditionally due in November, whereas Regular Decision applications typically have early January deadlines.

(860) 435-3180

(860) 435-3157

Serena Oh Castellano
Director of College Advising

Daniel Creasy
Associate Director of College Advising

Annie Hall
Senior Associate Director of College Advising

Jordana Irzyk
Associate Director of College Advising

Langston Ross
Associate Director of College Advising

Josh Smith
Senior Associate Director of College Advising

Diana Jones
Administrative Assistant to College Advising