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Updated 4/4/24 with edits and new information added on 4/5/24 Last week, USA Today (3/29/24) reported that “two-thirds of colleges and universities polled in a new survey said they don’t believe they’ll be able to successfully process student financial aid data in the next few weeks.” However, we have seen some Class 101-Dayton seniors begin […]

Class 101-Dayton assisted the Class of 2024 in applying to more than 170 colleges and universities in 33 states and the District of Columbia as well as two international institutions.   A number of factors help our students define their college lists: location and geography, the student’s college fit preferences, family expectations, and academic program information. […]

Community service is a common way for students to build their resumes and networks. We believe that meaningful service can also connect students to their personal and professional goals. The following opportunities and more are posted on the service board in the Class 101 office. If you would like to share a summer service opportunity […]

One of the most frustrating challenges for many high school seniors is the search for college scholarships. There is no single source for scholarship information, but there are key places to look for scholarships. First, check your applicant and accepted student portals to search for competitive scholarships at your colleges. Some schools will connect accepted […]

The national Class 101 network has launched the Super Junior program for the Class of 2025!  The “Super Junior Checklist” is specifically designed to help our students stay ahead of the stressful admissions schedule.   The Super Junior program is specifically designed to ensure juniors get ahead before their application season even begins. Let’s go, Class […]

Local program to award at least four high school students in 2024 Class 101-Dayton and its owners, Karen and Tony DeRosa, will award at least four local scholarships to graduating seniors this spring. These scholarship programs are not limited to Class 101 students; they are open to all students.  Jamison Find Your Voice Scholarship The DeRosas […]

Add to your college visits with our Class 101 College Nights! Class 101’s College Night allows students to virtually review a college of interest, meet with admissions, hear everything the school has to offer, and ask questions from those who know it best! ⁣ Arizona State UniversityWednesday, December 6 at 7:30 p.m. ETClick here to […]

What do you give to a student who has everything? How about their future? Finding the perfect gift for that special high school student in your life can be difficult, but we can help! Give a gift that will last beyond this holiday season. Applying for college can be stressful, and we offer a comprehensive […]

College Planning Seminar with Class 101 Dayton on September 20 at 7 p.m. We will host an in person Back to School college planning event for current and prospective Class 101 families on Wednesday, September 20 at 7 p.m. to provide an overview of the college planning process. Between meeting application deadlines, visiting schools, building […]