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College Planning
While exciting, the college planning process can be very overwhelming. By starting early, you can be more prepared when it is time to start applying. The first thing you can do is open the lines of communication with your parents/guardians and your counselor. Starting talking about your ideas and plans for after high school so that we can make sure you are on the right track toward your goals.
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College Visits at RPHS:
Throughout the year, college and career representatives will visit RPHS to meet with our students during lunches in the Counseling Cove (located in the cafeteria).
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College Field Trips:
Throughout the year, the RPHS Guidance Department will be hosting field trips to various colleges. This is a great opportunity to tour some schools and gather more information. Check the announcements and your school email for more information!

​College Fairs:
Each year, upperclassmen students are offered the opportunity to visit a local and national college fair. Representatives from colleges up and down the east coast, and across the country are in attendance. This is a great opportunity to learn about college opportunities near and far. Check the announcements in the Fall for more information. 

​​Open Houses:
College/University Open Houses are a great opportunity to visit and learn more about a campus while meeting current students and professors. Please click the button below to access a list of open houses provided by the New Jersey School Counselor Association.

Open Houses List
Naviance:
It is important to remember to utilize Naviance for managing your transcripts and recommendation letters.  Please see the Naviance section of this website for more information.

Union College of NJ::
UC offers a variety of degree and certificate programs for students, as well as, career training. Visit the Union College section of this website for more information or go towww.ucc.edu.


Helpful Links for College Planning:
CollegeBoard
CollegeMajors101
College Navigator
Colleges That Change Lives
Explore America
Going To College In New Jersey
Guide to International University Admissions
NACAC Step by Step: College Awareness and Planning Guide for Grades 9-11
NACAC Step by Step: College Awareness and Planning Guide for Grades 11 & 12
New Jersey Career Assistance Network
New York's Private Colleges Admissions and Financial Aid
​Next Step U
Peterson's 
Princeton Review  
Your College Search - New York Colleges and Universities
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