5 Things to Know Before Applying to College

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM until 6:30 PMPacific Daylight Time UTC -07:00

Are you getting ready to start your college application journey? Join us for an exciting and informative virtual webinar hosted by the Northwest 5 (NW5) College Consortium! We’ll be sharing 5 essential things every high school student should know before hitting “submit” on those applications. Our admissions representatives from Lewis & Clark, Reed, Whitman, Willamette, and the University of Puget Sound are here to offer insider tips, tricks, and answers to your questions about the process.

Whether you’re curious about the Common App, looking for advice on essays, or just want to learn more about what makes the NW5 colleges unique, this session is for you.

Please fill out the following questions to register for our Virtual Session. We look forward to talking with you!

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