Navigating U.S. College Admissions and Athletic Recruitment

EducationUSA is the U.S. Department of State’s official source of information on U.S. higher education, with offices based at the U.S. Consulates in Melbourne and Sydney. These offices provide free services to students, educators, and stakeholders.

With growing interest from Australian high school students pursuing undergraduate study in the U.S. through academic and athletic pathways, this session will demystify U.S. university admissions and athletic recruitment processes. It aims to build staff confidence to effectively support students and families.

Topics include admissions policies and timelines, holistic review, school profiles, application support, recommendation letters, Common App guidance, and an overview of athletic recruitment expectations and educator roles.

14/05/2026 (Australia/Melbourne)
$45.00
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Session Information

03:30 PM - 04:30 PM session
CICA Standards
  • 2a: Source, understand and apply credible, reliable labour market information that is free of bias including real-time data from multiple digital sources
  • 2b: Use labour market information to assist clients in job search strategies and career planning
  • 2c: Use online and AI-driven labour market platforms to access and interpret current trends, forecasts and skills demand
  • 2d: Understand the impact of automation, AI, and technological disruption on various career paths and industries
  • S6: Industry liaison - Liaise with employers, industry groups and community organisations to build partnerships, identify opportunities, and support client transitions
APST Standards
  • 6: Teachers use a range of teaching practices and resources to engage students in effective learning
  • 7: Teachers reflect on, evaluate and improve their professional knowledge and practice

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