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College Simulation
where high school students experience what college is really like!
Fast Track through College: A College Simulation is a fast-paced, interactive workshop that introduces high school students to the social, financial, and academic realities of college. Choosing classes, managing financial aid, living with roommates, getting a job, and finding needed resources are just a few of the challenges students experience during the 1/2-day Simulation.
Students who have realistic expectations of college life are more likely to graduate than students who are uninformed.
Watch a short video about the College Simulation!
Dates: December 9, 2016 and April 28, 2017 (choose one)
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00PM
Place: Chicago Literacy Alliance's Literacenter, 641 W Lake St, Suite 200, Chicago, 60661
Cost: Varies according to the number of students attending
- $85 per student with advance registration for less than 25 students
- $72 per student with advance registration for 25-74 students
- $64 per student with advance registration for 75 or more students
Exploration and Registration
Schools planning to attend but don't know how many students will be attending should complete the College Simulation Interest Form. This will trigger the assignment of a College Simulation staffer to help you through the process and answer any questions.
Once the school knows which students are attending, please complete the College Simulation Registration Form.
Please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for help with registration and to answer any questions.
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