Workshops and College Readiness
**** UC Berkeley Piq workshop for students **** in person october 15th 3:00 PM must register on schooLinks!!
*** one time only event ***
+-PIQ Workshop **** UC Berkeley Piq workshop for students **** in person october 15th 3:00 PM must register on schooLinks!! *** one time only event ***![]()
+-PIQ Workshop
**** UC Berkeley Piq workshop for students **** in person october 15th 3:00 PM must register on schooLinks!!
*** one time only event ***
This workshop is being held in the theater. Bring your questions and any work you've done so far on your PIQ's. A UC Bekeley Admissions Rep will be present
to answer questions and to explain what the college admissions readers really want to see from your PIQ section. This is valuable information for any student
planning to apply to a UC or CSU, not just Berkeley. We will start promptly at 3:00 PM -
WHY ARE THERE SO MANY EXAMS?
WHY ARE THERE SO MANY EXAMS?![]()
WHY ARE THERE SO MANY EXAMS?
PSAT/NMSQT(Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test):
The preliminary/practice SAT is administered nationally in October. Students become familiar with the type of questions found on the SAT. Junior year scores can qualify students for the National Merit Scholarship Program. Registration is done through DVHS. It is highly recommended that juniors take this test to see what areas they should focus on when studying for the SAT. Visit www.collegeboard.com for more details.
PreACT:
A preliminary/practice ACT administered to sophomores at many high schools. In addition to measuring academic achievement, a career component is included. Registration is at the high school. Currently, DVHS does not offer the PreACT. Visit www.act.org for more details.
SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test):
A college admissions test required by many colleges and universities as part of the college admissions process. This is a 3 hour, 45 minute test that measures critical reading, writing, and mathematics skills. Register online and visit www.collegeboard.org to practice to access a free practice test and sample questions.
SAT Subject Test (subject-based tests in history, literature, mathematics, science, and languages):
Some colleges and universities require these tests for admission; be sure to check each school's requirements. Each test is one hour long. Register online and visit College Board SAT Subject Test website to access test preparation advice.
ACT (American College Test):
A college admissions test required by many colleges and universities as part of the college admissions process. It is a three-hour test comprised of four parts: English, Math, Reading, and Science Reasoning. An optional writing test has been added for those students applying to the University of California and some other colleges and universities. Registration information and materials are available in the Counseling Department or College and Career Center. Visit www.actstudent.org for more details and to register online.
AP (Advanced Placement):
Advanced Placement exams are given in May. Scoring a 3, 4, or 5 (out of 5) will often enable a student to receive college units of credit upon matriculation to a college or university. Pick up the Advanced Placement Bulletin from the Counseling Department or in the College and Career Center for more information about the tests and college credit policies. Register for these tests on the DVHS Webstore.
Camp College WORKSHOP
Camp College is a virtual college application bootcamp that is free and open to all high school seniors. Each session will include a presentation and advice from experts, and participants will have the opportunity to have their questions answered live.
All sessions will occur on Wednesdays from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PST. 9/24: Ask the Experts Q&A Session 10/1: Financial Aid
Registration is required for each participant, but there is no limit to the number who can register, so please feel free to share the registration link (https://bit.ly/CampCollege2025) widely with those who may benefit. Only one registration is required to access all sessions, and links to recordings will be sent to all registrants, so feel free to register even if you are not able to attend live.
CAMP COLLEGE - 7 Free workshops for Seniors Camp College WORKSHOP Camp College is a virtual college application bootcamp that is free and open to all high school seniors. Each session will include a presentation and advice from experts, and participants will have the opportunity to have their questions answered live. All sessions will occur on Wednesdays from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PST. 9/24: Ask the Experts Q&A Session 10/1: Financial AidRegistration is required for each participant, but there is no limit to the number who can register, so please feel free to share the registration link (https://bit.ly/CampCollege2025) widely with those who may benefit. Only one registration is required to access all sessions, and links to recordings will be sent to all registrants, so feel free to register even if you are not able to attend live.![]()
CAMP COLLEGE - 7 Free workshops for Seniors
Camp College WORKSHOP
Camp College is a virtual college application bootcamp that is free and open to all high school seniors. Each session will include a presentation and advice from experts, and participants will have the opportunity to have their questions answered live.
All sessions will occur on Wednesdays from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PST. 9/24: Ask the Experts Q&A Session 10/1: Financial Aid
Registration is required for each participant, but there is no limit to the number who can register, so please feel free to share the registration link (https://bit.ly/CampCollege2025) widely with those who may benefit. Only one registration is required to access all sessions, and links to recordings will be sent to all registrants, so feel free to register even if you are not able to attend live.
TESTING TIMELINE
SAT/ACT TEST DATES
- Required in order to submit request.