Academics
College Counseling
We'll Help with the BIG Decision
College counseling at Country Day is student-centered and mindful of adolescent development throughout the college search and application process. The journey is introspective for students and provides opportunities for growth while gaining an independent sense of self. Students who are happiest throughout the process understand their abilities and needs, dedicate time to research and visiting colleges, and are thorough, thoughtful, organized, and balanced in their approach. In partnership with families, we support students in selecting institutions that align with their interests, values, and goals to provide them opportunities for success both academically and socially. College counselors advise, educate, support, and advocate on behalf of the student.
Choosing a college to attend is probably the most important decision that a student will make in the first thirteen years of schooling. At Country Day, the college counseling program strives to achieve a harmonious match between student and college, taking into account geography, academics, interests, ability, personality, attitudes, finances, and goals. The college counseling staff, assisted by parents and teachers, helps make this decision less confusing, less frustrating, and more rewarding for the student.
College counseling at Country Day is student-centered and mindful of adolescent development throughout the college search and application process. The journey is introspective for students and provides opportunities for growth while gaining an independent sense of self. Students who are happiest throughout the process understand their abilities and needs, dedicate time to research and visiting colleges, and are thorough, thoughtful, organized, and balanced in their approach. In partnership with families, we support students in selecting institutions that align with their interests, values, and goals to provide them opportunities for success both academically and socially. College counselors advise, educate, support, and advocate on behalf of the student.
Choosing a college to attend is probably the most important decision that a student will make in the first thirteen years of schooling. At Country Day, the college counseling program strives to achieve a harmonious match between student and college, taking into account geography, academics, interests, ability, personality, attitudes, finances, and goals. The college counseling staff, assisted by parents and teachers, helps make this decision less confusing, less frustrating, and more rewarding for the student.
Country Day's college counseling program is designed to work with students from their freshman through their senior years. The program's goal in the freshman and sophomore years is to familiarize students with the process that will lead to the most suitable choice of institution. During the junior and senior years, the program focuses on the actual process of college selection and application.
As a college preparatory school, our experience in guiding students through the selection and admissions process can greatly increase the chances of successful college matriculation, just as our educational program greatly increases their chances of a successful college career.
Frequently Asked Questions
List of 3 frequently asked questions.
College Timeline
List of 6 items.
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8th
Advisors
ASPIRE (pre-ACT) -
9th
Upper School – the principal focus is to adjust to Upper School
College Calendar: challenge oneself academically and in extracurricular activities
9th Grade Retreat: understanding the GPA and planning for a strong co-curricular foundation
PSAT 8/9 -
10th
College calendar
PSAT (Fall)
Pre-ACT (Spring)
SCOIR-students are introduced to the college research and application database.
Group and individual meetings -
11th
College Calendar – Detailed; Individual college meetings with students and parents (mandatory); Start visiting colleges and taking ACT and SAT several times
PSAT and ACT and SAT
College 101 – 7 sessions; comprehensive college reference binder
Naviance – SAT and ACT practice -
12th
Senior Advance in the Fall (Filling out applications, practicing Interviews, etc.)
Prospective College list in Naviance becomes ACTIVE list
Applications, Essays, portfolios, interview practice, and transcript review
Visiting colleges and making final decisions -
Programs
College Forum; College Night for Sophomores and Their Parents; College Night for Juniors and Their Parents; ISAS Financial Aid Night
MPCDS CEEB CODE:
191782
191782
AFFILIATIONS:
NACAC, SACAC, ACCIS, NAIS, College Board
NACAC, SACAC, ACCIS, NAIS, College Board
Financial Aid Resources
Standardized Testing Resources
Multicultural Resources
300 Park Road, Metairie, LA 70005 (504) 837-5204
Established in 1929, Metairie Park Country Day School is a coed private school for New Orleans area students in early childhood through Grade 12. From the elementary grades through upper school, the care and cultivation of each child comes to life in our exciting academic program, creative arts, and competitive athletic offerings.
Country Day accepts qualified students without regard to race, color, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national or ethnic origin.
