College Counseling

Name: College counseling meeting for Class of 2028
Start: 2024-10-03T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-10-03T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Maumee Valley School

Preparation for the next educational journey

The Department of College Counseling within the Upper School serves a crucial role in guiding and supporting students as they navigate the complex process of preparing for and applying to college. The department’s primary purpose is to assist students and families in making informed decisions about their post-secondary education and career paths.

Maumee Valley students earn very high marks in the competitive college admissions process. In fact, 100 percent of graduates go on to four-year, highly-selective institutions. Each student works closely with the department directors beginning their freshman year to establish the foundation for creating a four-year portfolio that reflects the scope of each individual and his or her many talents and interests.

Advantages of MV’s college counseling:

More than 50 admissions officers visit Maumee Valley each fall to conduct information sessions and meet individually with prospective students.
Admissions officers from selective colleges visit for our Essay Writing Workshop for juniors.
Alumni parents and local community members will conduct interviews with Maumee Valley students for selective universities.
Naviance is available for students, parents, and alumni.
Annual college tours are led by MV faculty and staff during spring break.

Key features and functions of the department:

Individualized guidance: Our counselors work closely with students on a one-on-one basis to understand their interests, strengths, and goals. They provide personalized advice and guidance tailored to each student’s academic, extracurricular, and personal profile.
College exploration: The department helps students explore a range of college options, taking into consideration factors such as academic programs, campus culture, location, and size.
Application support: Our counselors assist students in navigating the college application process, helping them understand requirements, deadlines, and necessary documentation. We offer workshops on writing personal statements, preparing for interviews, and other aspects of the application.
Testing and standardized test prep: The department provides information about standardized tests (such as SAT or ACT) to help students prepare for these exams. They also can recommend test preparation resources, strategies, and timelines for taking these tests.
Financial aid and scholarships: Our counselors guide students and their families through the financial aid application process, providing information about grants, scholarships, and loans. They also can assist in identifying scholarship opportunities and help students understand the cost of attending different colleges.
Transcript and recommendation letters: The department assists students in preparing transcripts and securing letters of recommendation from teachers and other mentors.
Transition support: Our counselors often help students with the transition from high school to college, addressing concerns, providing resources, and offering support during this significant life change.
Parental involvement: The department organizes workshops and informational sessions for parents, keeping them informed about the college application process and how they can support their children.
Data and trends analysis: Our counselors are constantly analyzing data related to college admissions trends, acceptance rates, and the success of former students to provide valuable insights for current students.

Naviance online

The best resource for Maumee Valley families as they prepare for and complete the college search process is Naviance. To learn more about the online program, visit www.naviance.com.

All students and parents from 9th grade through senior year have individual accounts in which they can peruse pages of resources on how to complete various pieces of the college search process, from preparing for the ACT/SAT to writing that compelling college essay. Students can take personality profiles, search college databases, and scholarship databases.

To log in to your Maumee Valley Country Day School account, click here. Keep in mind that each parent and each student has their own specific log-in credentials. If you need your registration code for Family Connection, email Dr. Trent Hayes, director of college counseling.

College-bound MV students at graduation

LETTER FROM COLLEGE COUNSELING DIRECTORS

For Current and prospective MV families

“High school is a time of immense growth, self-discovery, and personal development. As you step through the doors of Maumee Valley Country Day School, you are not just entering a school building; you are entering a world of possibilities. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to providing you with a safe, nurturing, and intellectually stimulating environment where you can thrive academically, socially, and personally.

The college counseling office is here to assist you in every step of your journey toward higher education and future career aspirations. Whether you are a freshman just beginning to explore your interests, a sophomore delving into extracurricular activities, a junior preparing for standardized tests and college visits, or a senior navigating the college application process, our team is here to support you. We will provide you with the resources, guidance, and information you need to make informed decisions about your future.

I encourage you to take advantage of the resources available to you, from individual counseling meetings to college fairs, workshops, and informative sessions. We are here to answer your questions, alleviate your concerns, and help you realize your dreams.

As you embark on this exciting journey, remember that high school is not just about the destination but also about the experiences, friendships, and memories you will create along the way. Embrace every opportunity, challenge, and adventure that comes your way. Be curious, be courageous, and never stop pursuing your passions.

We look forward to getting to know each of you and witnessing your growth and achievements over the coming years. Together, we will work toward a brighter future, full of promise and endless possibilities.

Once again, welcome to Maumee Valley Country Day School. Your journey here has just begun, and I am confident that it will be a rewarding one. Please feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions or need assistance. We are here to support you every step of the way.

Wishing you a successful and fulfilling high school experience!”

Dr. Trent Hayes
Director of College Counseling

Kate Fleming
Assistant Director of College Counseling

College destinations of MV students

Over the past four years, 306 Maumee Valley Country Day School students matriculated to 125 colleges and universities in 33 states as well as internationally. Here is our matriculation list over that time period:

Appalachian State University*
Arizona State University*
Art Institute of Chicago
Baldwin Wallace University
Barnard College
Bluffton University
Boston College
Boston University*
Bowling Green State University*
Brown University*
Butler University
Cabrillo College
Calvin College
Campbell University
Cardinal Stritch University
Carleton College
Case Western Reserve University*
Cedarville University
Clark University
College of Wooster*
Colorado School of Mines*
Columbia College of Chicago
Columbia University*
Columbus College of Art and Design
Cornell College
Cornell University*
Denison University*
DePaul University*
DePauw University
Duke University
Eastern Michigan University*
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Emory University*
Franklin & Marshall College
George Washington University*
Georgetown University*
Georgia State University
Grinnell College
Harvard University*
Hillsdale College
Indiana University at Bloomington
Ithaca College
John Carroll University
Kenyon College*
Lehigh University*
Loyola University Chicago*
McGill University
Mercy College of Northwest Ohio
Miami University (OH)*
Michigan State University*
Millsaps College
Morehouse College
New York University*
Northeast Ohio Medical University
Northwestern University
Oberlin College*
Oklahoma State University
Oral Roberts University
Otterbein University
Parsons School of Design
Pennsylvania State University
Pennsylvania State University, Erie: The
Behrend College
Princeton University
Purdue University*
Reed College
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Rhode Island School of Design
Rhodes College
Rochester Institute of Technology*
Saint Louis University
Savannah College of Art and Design
School of Visual Arts*
Skidmore College
Smith College*
St. John’s University
St. Olaf College
Stanford University*
Swarthmore College
Syracuse University*
The New School* – All Divisions
The Ohio State University*
The Ohio State University at Lima
The University of Chicago
The University of Toledo*
University of Akron
University of Arizona
University of California, Berkeley*
University of California, Davis*
University of California, Irvine
University of California, San Diego*
University of California, Santa Barbara*
University of California, Santa Cruz*
University of Chicago*
University of Cincinnati*
University of Colorado at Boulder
University of Denver*
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign*
University of Kentucky
University of Miami (FL)
University of Michigan*
University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
University of Pennsylvania*
University of Pittsburgh*
University of Rochester*
University of San Francisco
University of South Carolina
University of Southern California
University of Utah University of Virginia*
University of Washington*
University of Wisconsin-Madison*
Vanderbilt University
Vassar College*
Washington University in St. Louis*
Wayne State University
West Virginia University
Williams College*
Wittenberg University*
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Xavier University
Yale University*

Czech Technical University (Prague)
Ecole Superieure de Commerce de Paris-Turin
Fontys University of Applied Sciences
IE University of Segovia (Spain)
Maastricht University (The Netherlands)
McGill University
NYU Shanghai
Sciences Po – Columbia University
dual BA program
School of Oriental and African Studies
(England)
University College Roosevelt
(The Netherlands)
University of Toronto*

Upcoming college counseling events

August 2024

August 15 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

College Application: Personal Statement Bootcamp

Kasperzak Center 1715 S. Reynolds Rd., Toledo, OH, United States

August 16 @ 8:30 am - 9:30 am

Freshman and New Student Orientation presentation

Maumee Valley School 1715 South Reynolds Rd., Toledo, OH, United States

September 2024

September 9 @ 8:30 am - 9:30 am

October 2024

October 1 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm