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Applications for the Virtual STEM Research Program are now open!

Led by researchers at MIT, Caltech, and Stanford, the STEM Research Program introduces ambitious students to the cutting edge of your scientific field of interest. Students will work 1-on-1 with a PhD mentor and create an independent research project.

Explore cool topics like astrophysics, quantum mechanics, neuroscience, artificial intelligence, robotic control, game theory, genetic engineering, and many more!

Timeline
Week 1: Introduction to your mentor and align on a topic
Week 2-4: Explore the topic and identify the research question
Week 5-9: Compose research paper with 1-1 support from research mentor
Week 10-12: Complete final edits and submit the paper for final evaluation

Complete this application to be considered for participation and receive more information.

Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

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Click here to register.

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Report scholarships here.

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Attention Seniors

Seniors, as you receive admission decisions from colleges/universities, please don’t forget to share the news with your college counselor and also stop by the College Counseling office to RING THE BELL!

Then watch check out our Instagram page on Friday to see your picture. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

 

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

Low-Cost Gap Year Options Webinar - Hosted by the Gap Year Association, this webinar covers topics including financial aid resources, fully-funded national service opportunities, and ideas for reducing costs around independent gap year experiences.

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Scholarship Updates

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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Application Link

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Applications for the Virtual STEM Research Program are now open!

Led by researchers at MIT, Caltech, and Stanford, the STEM Research Program introduces ambitious students to the cutting edge of your scientific field of interest. Students will work 1-on-1 with a PhD mentor and create an independent research project.

Explore cool topics like astrophysics, quantum mechanics, neuroscience, artificial intelligence, robotic control, game theory, genetic engineering, and many more!

Timeline
Week 1: Introduction to your mentor and align on a topic
Week 2-4: Explore the topic and identify the research question
Week 5-9: Compose research paper with 1-1 support from research mentor
Week 10-12: Complete final edits and submit the paper for final evaluation

Complete this application to be considered for participation and receive more information.

Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

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Report scholarships here.

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Attention Seniors

Seniors, as you receive admission decisions from colleges/universities, please don’t forget to share the news with your college counselor and also stop by the College Counseling office to RING THE BELL!

Then watch check out our Instagram page on Friday to see your picture. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

 

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

Low-Cost Gap Year Options Webinar - Hosted by the Gap Year Association, this webinar covers topics including financial aid resources, fully-funded national service opportunities, and ideas for reducing costs around independent gap year experiences.

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Scholarship Updates

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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Register by clicking HERE. 

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Report scholarships here.

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Attention Seniors

Seniors, as you receive admission decisions from colleges/universities, please don’t forget to share the news with your college counselor and also stop by the College Counseling office to RING THE BELL!

Then watch check out our Instagram page on Friday to see your picture. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

 

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

Low-Cost Gap Year Options Webinar - Hosted by the Gap Year Association, this webinar covers topics including financial aid resources, fully-funded national service opportunities, and ideas for reducing costs around independent gap year experiences.

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Scholarship Updates

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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SENIORS - Notice the deadlines for applications due during Christmas Break!

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Report scholarships here.

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Attention Seniors

Seniors, as you receive admission decisions from colleges/universities, please don’t forget to share the news with your college counselor and also stop by the College Counseling office to RING THE BELL!

Then watch check out our Instagram page on Friday to see your picture. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

 

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

Low-Cost Gap Year Options Webinar - Hosted by the Gap Year Association, this webinar covers topics including financial aid resources, fully-funded national service opportunities, and ideas for reducing costs around independent gap year experiences.

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Scholarship Updates

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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Attention Junior Students and Families!

Each spring, Juniors have the option to take the ACT at school during the school day. For the Class of 2026, the ACT will be offered at Brebeuf on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 and costs $56. To register your student for the ACT test at Brebeuf on April 22, please complete this Google Form.

Registration for this exam will close on December 18, 2024.

If your student wants to take the ACT at school on April 22, and currently utilizes accommodations at school, those accommodations must be approved by ACT for this exam. Please contact Mrs.Rayven Ashworth, Dir. of School Counseling and Testing Accommodations Coordinator, to assist you with the accommodations process.

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Interested students must register by January 28.  More details can be found by clicking here.

SENIORS - Notice the deadlines for applications due during Christmas Break!

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Report scholarships here.

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Attention Seniors

Seniors, as you receive admission decisions from colleges/universities, please don’t forget to share the news with your college counselor and also stop by the College Counseling office to RING THE BELL!

Then watch check out our Instagram page on Friday to see your picture. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

 

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

Low-Cost Gap Year Options Webinar - Hosted by the Gap Year Association, this webinar covers topics including financial aid resources, fully-funded national service opportunities, and ideas for reducing costs around independent gap year experiences.

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Scholarship Updates

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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Indiana Latino Institute (ILI): FAFSA Workshop this Saturday, December 7, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Come and receive free assistance to complete your FAFSA application and get financial aid for your education. Spanish and English support provided!

Held to ILI’s office: 2126 N Meridian St STE 100, Indianapolis, IN 46202

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SENIORS - Notice the deadlines for applications due during Christmas Break!

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Registration Details.

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Report scholarships here.

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Special US Naval Academy Visit: 11/25/24

We are proud to host Midshipman Van Smith from the US Naval Academy on Monday, November 25 during the 2nd PRT in the France Stone Room.  All students who are interested in hearing about the Naval Academy from a student’s perspective are encouraged to attend.

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Attention Seniors

Seniors, as you receive admission decisions from colleges/universities, please don’t forget to share the news with your college counselor and also stop by the College Counseling office to RING THE BELL!

Then watch check out our Instagram page on Friday to see your picture. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

 

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

Low-Cost Gap Year Options Webinar - Hosted by the Gap Year Association, this webinar covers topics including financial aid resources, fully-funded national service opportunities, and ideas for reducing costs around independent gap year experiences.

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Scholarship Updates

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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Register by clicking here.

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SENIORS - Notice the deadlines for applications due during Thanksgiving Break!!!

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Embarking on the journey to a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) can be both exciting and overwhelming, and "The Next Level" is your essential guide for a successful transition. This e-book offers practical tips on understanding HBCU culture, effective study habits, and social integration, helping you build connections and navigate campus life. You'll learn about vital resources, from financial aid to writing prompts, and explore personal development opportunities to enhance your leadership skills and prepare for your future career. With firsthand insights from a current Hampton University student AND Brebeuf alumna, this roadmap will empower you to   thrive at your HBCU. Your unforgettable journey starts here with The Next Level: Make Your Transition Smooth with the Ultimate HBCU Selection Guide by Brebeuf alumna Lynnette Smith ‘24!

 

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Registration Details.

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Special US Naval Academy Visit: 11/25/24

We are proud to host Midshipman Van Smith from the US Naval Academy on Monday, November 25 during the 2nd PRT in the France Stone Room.  All students who are interested in hearing about the Naval Academy from a student’s perspective are encouraged to attend.

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Attention Seniors

Seniors, as you receive admission decisions from colleges/universities, please don’t forget to share the news with your college counselor and also stop by the College Counseling office to RING THE BELL!

Then watch check out our Instagram page on Friday to see your picture. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

 

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

Low-Cost Gap Year Options Webinar - Hosted by the Gap Year Association, this webinar covers topics including financial aid resources, fully-funded national service opportunities, and ideas for reducing costs around independent gap year experiences.

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Scholarship Updates

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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2025 American Legion Auxiliary Hoosier Girls State

ALA Hoosier Girls State is a week-long program designed to educate Indiana's young women in the duties, privileges, rights, and responsibilities of good citizenship. By getting involved in the process, ALA HGS delegates learn more about city, county, and state government in one week than they will in an entire semester of high school!

ALA Hoosier Girls State will begin its 83rd Session at Trine University in Angola, IN from June 22 - 28, 2025

Complete the interest form here.

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2025 American Legion & the IDOE Hoosier Boys State

Hoosier Boys State is a program for boys going into their senior year of high school. It builds important real-world skills and leadership qualities in exceptional young men by creating a functional state government based on Indiana’s political process. 

During this week-long program, they will actively collaborate to establish platforms for two made-up parties, participate in elections, propose laws, negotiate bills and enforce the established legislation from the local up to the state level. 

The 86th Session of Hoosier Boys State will take place on June 15-21, 2025, and applications will become available on January 15, 2025.

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Embarking on the journey to a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) can be both exciting and overwhelming, and "The Next Level" is your essential guide for a successful transition. This e-book offers practical tips on understanding HBCU culture, effective study habits, and social integration, helping you build connections and navigate campus life. You'll learn about vital resources, from financial aid to writing prompts, and explore personal development opportunities to enhance your leadership skills and prepare for your future career. With firsthand insights from a current Hampton University student AND Brebeuf alumna, this roadmap will empower you to   thrive at your HBCU. Your unforgettable journey starts here with The Next Level: Make Your Transition Smooth with the Ultimate HBCU Selection Guide by Brebeuf alumna Lynnette Smith ‘24!

 

 

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Registration Details.

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Special US Naval Academy Visit: 11/25/24

We are proud to host Midshipman Van Smith from the US Naval Academy on Monday, November 25 during the 2nd PRT in the France Stone Room.  All students who are interested in hearing about the Naval Academy from a student’s perspective are encouraged to attend.

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Attention Seniors

Seniors, as you receive admission decisions from colleges/universities, please don’t forget to share the news with your college counselor and also stop by the College Counseling office to RING THE BELL!

Then watch check out our Instagram page on Friday to see your picture. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

 

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

Low-Cost Gap Year Options Webinar - Hosted by the Gap Year Association, this webinar covers topics including financial aid resources, fully-funded national service opportunities, and ideas for reducing costs around independent gap year experiences.

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Scholarship Updates

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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2025 American Legion Auxiliary Hoosier Girls State

ALA Hoosier Girls State is a week-long program designed to educate Indiana's young women in the duties, privileges, rights, and responsibilities of good citizenship. By getting involved in the process, ALA HGS delegates learn more about city, county, and state government in one week than they will in an entire semester of high school!

ALA Hoosier Girls State will begin its 83rd Session at Trine University in Angola, IN from June 22 - 28, 2025

Complete the interest form here.

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2025 American Legion & the IDOE Hoosier Boys State

Hoosier Boys State is a program for boys going into their senior year of high school. It builds important real-world skills and leadership qualities in exceptional young men by creating a functional state government based on Indiana’s political process. 

During this week-long program, they will actively collaborate to establish platforms for two made-up parties, participate in elections, propose laws, negotiate bills and enforce the established legislation from the local up to the state level. 

The 86th Session of Hoosier Boys State will take place on June 15-21, 2025, and applications will become available on January 15, 2025.

 

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Upcoming College Visits

There are no visits next week.

ALL students are welcome to attend.

Check into your SCOIR account to register for one!!
**Email Mrs. Wolfe if you need access to your SCOIR account**

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Parents, you can now see when institutions will be stopping by BJPS to speak with students only during the school day via our

Google College Visit Calendar.

This is for viewing purposes only. 

For students to register for a college visit, they MUST do so via their SCOIR account. 

Students can always see upcoming College Visits, with detail, in SCOIR. 

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Attention Seniors

Seniors, as you receive admission decisions from colleges/universities, please don’t forget to share the news with your college counselor and also stop by the College Counseling office to RING THE BELL!

Then watch check out our Instagram page on Friday to see your picture. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

 

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

Low-Cost Gap Year Options Webinar - Hosted by the Gap Year Association, this webinar covers topics including financial aid resources, fully-funded national service opportunities, and ideas for reducing costs around independent gap year experiences.

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Scholarship Updates

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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Upcoming College Visits

There are no visits next week.

ALL students are welcome to attend.

Check into your SCOIR account to register for one!!
**Email Mrs. Wolfe if you need access to your SCOIR account**

---

Parents, you can now see when institutions will be stopping by BJPS to speak with students only during the school day via our

Google College Visit Calendar.

This is for viewing purposes only. 

For students to register for a college visit, they MUST do so via their SCOIR account. 

Students can always see upcoming College Visits, with detail, in SCOIR. 

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Attention Seniors

Seniors, as you receive admission decisions from colleges/universities, please don’t forget to share the news with your college counselor and also stop by the College Counseling office to RING THE BELL!

Then watch check out our Instagram page on Friday to see your picture. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

 

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

Low-Cost Gap Year Options Webinar - Hosted by the Gap Year Association, this webinar covers topics including financial aid resources, fully-funded national service opportunities, and ideas for reducing costs around independent gap year experiences.

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Scholarship Updates

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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Seniors planning to apply to colleges with an October 15 deadline, which is during Brebeuf’s Fall Break, should make sure that those colleges are moved into the “Applied” column of your SCOIR account by Friday, October 11 at 8:00 pm. Colleges added to SCOIR after 8:00 p.m. on October 11 may not have documents sent out until after school resumes on Monday, October 21.

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Upcoming College Visits

Here are the College Representative Visits for next week.

ALL students are welcome to attend.

Check into your SCOIR account to register for one!!
**Email Mrs. Wolfe if you need access to your SCOIR account**

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Parents, you can now see when institutions will be stopping by BJPS to speak with students only during the school day via our

Google College Visit Calendar.

This is for viewing purposes only. 

For students to register for a college visit, they MUST do so via their SCOIR account. 

Students can always see upcoming College Visits, with detail, in SCOIR. 

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Attention Seniors

Seniors, as you receive admission decisions from colleges/universities, please don’t forget to share the news with your college counselor and also stop by the College Counseling office to RING THE BELL!

Then watch check out our Instagram page on Friday to see your picture. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

 

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

Low-Cost Gap Year Options Webinar - Hosted by the Gap Year Association, this webinar covers topics including financial aid resources, fully-funded national service opportunities, and ideas for reducing costs around independent gap year experiences.

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Scholarship Updates

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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Seniors planning to apply to colleges with an October 15 deadline, which is during Brebeuf’s Fall Break, should make sure that those colleges are moved into the “Applied” column of your SCOIR account by Friday, October 11 at 8:00 pm. Colleges added to SCOIR after 8:00 p.m. on October 11 may not have documents sent out until after school resumes on Monday, October 21. 

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We also recommend completing the “College Visit Pros and Cons Worksheet” for each one.  This helpful resource directs you in answering informative questions that will assist you when reviewing the schools later.  This form can be found in your SCOIR My Drive “Resources Folder” or by clicking on the image below.

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Upcoming College Visits

Here are the College Representative Visits for next week.

ALL students are welcome to attend.

Check into your SCOIR account to register for one!!
**Email Mrs. Wolfe if you need access to your SCOIR account**

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Parents, you can now see when institutions will be stopping by BJPS to speak with students only during the school day via our

Google College Visit Calendar.

This is for viewing purposes only. 

For students to register for a college visit, they MUST do so via their SCOIR account. 

Students can always see upcoming College Visits, with detail, in SCOIR. 

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Attention Seniors

Seniors, as you receive admission decisions from colleges/universities, please don’t forget to share the news with your college counselor and also stop by the College Counseling office to RING THE BELL!

Then watch check out our Instagram page on Friday to see your picture. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

 

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

Low-Cost Gap Year Options Webinar - Hosted by the Gap Year Association, this webinar covers topics including financial aid resources, fully-funded national service opportunities, and ideas for reducing costs around independent gap year experiences.

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Scholarship Updates

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

---

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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Mentor Immersion experience descriptions

PTY website

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We also recommend completing the “College Visit Pros and Cons Worksheet” for each one.  This helpful resource directs you in answering informative questions that will assist you when reviewing the schools later.  This form can be found in your SCOIR My Drive “Resources Folder” or by clicking on the image below.

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Upcoming College Visits

Here is a list of upcoming school visits. 
heck into your SCOIR account to register for one!!
**Email Mrs. Wolfe if you need access to your SCOIR account**

---

Parents, you can now see when institutions will be stopping by BJPS to speak with students only during the school day via our

Google College Visit Calendar.

This is for viewing purposes only. 

For students to register for a college visit, they MUST do so via their SCOIR account. 

Students can always see upcoming College Visits, with detail, in SCOIR. 

---

Attention Seniors

Seniors, as you receive admission decisions from colleges/universities, please don’t forget to share the news with your college counselor and also stop by the College Counseling office to RING THE BELL!

Then watch check out our Instagram page on Friday to see your picture. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

 

---

What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

Low-Cost Gap Year Options Webinar - Hosted by the Gap Year Association, this webinar covers topics including financial aid resources, fully-funded national service opportunities, and ideas for reducing costs around independent gap year experiences.

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Scholarship Updates

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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Lawrence North is hosting the Indianapolis area MIT information session for prospective students and families on 9/30 at 7:30 pm.

All are welcome.

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The Minority Engineering Program of Indianapolis is accepting applicants for the 24-25 signature program that takes place on Saturdays. This is an incredible opportunity that has led to many connections and internships for students who have participated in the past. Interested students can share their interest with us here or apply to the program here. Applications are due by 10/1.

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Talk to Mr. Pettigrew, Mrs. Imani, or Mrs. Newman if you would like to attend this event.

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We also recommend completing the “College Visit Pros and Cons Worksheet” for each one.  This helpful resource directs you in answering informative questions that will assist you when reviewing the schools later.  This form can be found in your SCOIR My Drive “Resources Folder” or by clicking on the image below.

---

Upcoming College Visits

Here is a list of upcoming school visits. 
heck into your SCOIR account to register for one!!
**Email Mrs. Wolfe if you need access to your SCOIR account**

---

Parents, you can now see when institutions will be stopping by BJPS to speak with students only during the school day via our

Google College Visit Calendar.

This is for viewing purposes only. 

For students to register for a college visit, they MUST do so via their SCOIR account. 

Students can always see upcoming College Visits, with detail, in SCOIR. 

---

Attention Seniors

Seniors, as you receive admission decisions from colleges/universities, please don’t forget to share the news with your college counselor and also stop by the College Counseling office to RING THE BELL!

Then watch check out our Instagram page on Friday to see your picture. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

 

---

What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

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Scholarship Updates

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

---

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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Registration is required, at www.purdue.edu/wiep under the “Events” tab.

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We also recommend completing the “College Visit Pros and Cons Worksheet” for each one.  This helpful resource directs you in answering informative questions that will assist you when reviewing the schools later.  This form can be found in your SCOIR My Drive “Resources Folder” or by clicking on the image below.

---

 

---

Upcoming College Visits

Here is a list of upcoming school visits. 
heck into your SCOIR account to register for one!!
**Email Mrs. Wolfe if you need access to your SCOIR account**

---

Parents, you can now see when institutions will be stopping by BJPS to speak with students only during the school day via our

Google College Visit Calendar.

This is for viewing purposes only. 

For students to register for a college visit, they MUST do so via their SCOIR account. 

Students can always see upcoming College Visits, with detail, in SCOIR. 

---

Attention Seniors

---

What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

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Scholarship Updates

Brebeuf Jesuit is able to nominate 2 students residing in Marion County and 2 from Hamilton County for the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship which provides four years of full tuition and a $900 per year book/equipment stipend for selected students planning to pursue an undergraduate degree at a public or private college or university in Indiana (room and board are not included). Marion County nominees must have a minimum GPA of 2.5; Hamilton County nominees must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. 

Residents of Boone County may self-nominate through the Community Foundation of Boone County website. Residents of Hendricks County may self-nominate through the Hendricks County Community Foundation website. Please pay careful attention to each county’s deadline. For more information about this opportunity and other scholarships administered by the Central Indiana Community Foundation, see https://www.cicf.org/scholarships/.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

---

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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Registration is required, at www.purdue.edu/wiep under the “Events” tab.

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We also recommend completing the “College Visit Pros and Cons Worksheet” for each one.  This helpful resource directs you in answering informative questions that will assist you when reviewing the schools later.  This form can be found in your SCOIR My Drive “Resources Folder” or by clicking on the image below.

---

 

---

Upcoming College Visits

Here is a list of upcoming school visits. 
heck into your SCOIR account to register for one!!
**Email Mrs. Wolfe if you need access to your SCOIR account**

---

Parents, you can now see when institutions will be stopping by BJPS to speak with students only during the school day via our

Google College Visit Calendar.

This is for viewing purposes only. 

For students to register for a college visit, they MUST do so via their SCOIR account. 

Students can always see upcoming College Visits, with detail, in SCOIR. 

---

Attention Seniors

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

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Scholarship Updates

Brebeuf Jesuit is able to nominate 2 students residing in Marion County and 2 from Hamilton County for the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship which provides four years of full tuition and a $900 per year book/equipment stipend for selected students planning to pursue an undergraduate degree at a public or private college or university in Indiana (room and board are not included). Marion County nominees must have a minimum GPA of 2.5; Hamilton County nominees must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. 

Residents of Boone County may self-nominate through the Community Foundation of Boone County website. Residents of Hendricks County may self-nominate through the Hendricks County Community Foundation website. Please pay careful attention to each county’s deadline. For more information about this opportunity and other scholarships administered by the Central Indiana Community Foundation, see https://www.cicf.org/scholarships/.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

---

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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For more details & registration, click here.

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Registration is required, at www.purdue.edu/wiep under the “Events” tab.

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Upcoming College Visits

College Representative Visits will be starting next week. 
ALL students are welcome to attend.

---

Here is a list of upcoming school visits. 
heck into your SCOIR account to register for one!!
**Email Mrs. Wolfe if you need access to your SCOIR account**

---

Parents, you can now see when institutions will be stopping by BJPS to speak with students only during the school day via our

Google College Visit Calendar.

This is for viewing purposes only. 

For students to register for a college visit, they MUST do so via their SCOIR account. 

Students can always see upcoming College Visits, with detail, in SCOIR. 

---

Attention Seniors

---

What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

---

Scholarship Updates

Brebeuf Jesuit is able to nominate 2 students residing in Marion County and 2 from Hamilton County for the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship which provides four years of full tuition and a $900 per year book/equipment stipend for selected students planning to pursue an undergraduate degree at a public or private college or university in Indiana (room and board are not included). Marion County nominees must have a minimum GPA of 2.5; Hamilton County nominees must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. 

Residents of Boone County may self-nominate through the Community Foundation of Boone County website. Residents of Hendricks County may self-nominate through the Hendricks County Community Foundation website. Please pay careful attention to each county’s deadline. For more information about this opportunity and other scholarships administered by the Central Indiana Community Foundation, see https://www.cicf.org/scholarships/.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

---

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

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Register here.

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For more details & registration, click here.

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Click here for more information & to register for one of these events.  

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Upcoming College Visits

College Representative Visits will be starting next week. 
ALL students are welcome to attend.

Here is a list of upcoming school visits. 
New colleges are added daily.
So make sure to check into your SCOIR account to register for one!!
**Email Mrs. Wolfe if you need access to your SCOIR account**

---

Parents, you can now see when institutions will be stopping by BJPS to speak with students only during the school day via our

Google College Visit Calendar.

This is for viewing purposes only. 

For students to register for a college visit, they MUST do so via their SCOIR account. 

Students can always see upcoming College Visits, with detail, in SCOIR. 

---

Attention Seniors

---

What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

***Listen to this podcast featuring Jennifer B. Wallace, who will be joining our College Counseling Team virtually on September 5 @ Noon. ***

Podcast: Jeff Selingo: Rethinking Achievement Culture and the College Search

The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into (Update)
Freakonomics Radio:  America’s top colleges are facing record demand. So why don’t they increase supply? (Part 2 of our series from 2022, “Freakonomics Radio Goes Back to School.”) Listen on Apple Podcasts: The University of Impossible-to-Get-Into

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Scholarship Updates

Brebeuf Jesuit is able to nominate 2 students residing in Marion County and 2 from Hamilton County for the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship which provides four years of full tuition and a $900 per year book/equipment stipend for selected students planning to pursue an undergraduate degree at a public or private college or university in Indiana (room and board are not included). Marion County nominees must have a minimum GPA of 2.5; Hamilton County nominees must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. 

Residents of Boone County may self-nominate through the Community Foundation of Boone County website. Residents of Hendricks County may self-nominate through theHendricks County Community Foundation website. Please pay careful attention to each county’s deadline. For more information about this opportunity and other scholarships administered by the Central Indiana Community Foundation, see https://www.cicf.org/scholarships/.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

---

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

For seniors and their parents.

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Register by clicking here. 

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Register here. 

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Click here for more information & to register for one of these events. 

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Upcoming College Visits

Here is a list of upcoming school visits. 
New colleges are added daily.
So make sure to check into your SCOIR account to register for one!!
**Email Mrs. Wolfe if you need access to your SCOIR account**

---

Parents, you can now see when institutions will be stopping by BJPS to speak with students only during the school day via our

Google College Visit Calendar.

This is for viewing purposes only. 

For students to register for a college visit, they MUST do so via their SCOIR account. 

Students can always see upcoming College Visits, with detail, in SCOIR. 

---

Attention Seniors

---

What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

***Listen to this podcast featuring Jennifer B. Wallace, who will be joining our College Counseling Team virtually on September 5 @ Noon. ***

Podcast: Jeff Selingo: Rethinking Achievement Culture and the College Search

---

Scholarship Updates

Brebeuf Jesuit is able to nominate 2 students residing in Marion County and 2 from Hamilton County for the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship which provides four years of full tuition and a $900 per year book/equipment stipend for selected students planning to pursue an undergraduate degree at a public or private college or university in Indiana (room and board are not included). Marion County nominees must have a minimum GPA of 2.5; Hamilton County nominees must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. 

Residents of Boone County may self-nominate through the Community Foundation of Boone County website. Residents of Hendricks County may self-nominate through theHendricks County Community Foundation website. Please pay careful attention to each county’s deadline. For more information about this opportunity and other scholarships administered by the Central Indiana Community Foundation, see https://www.cicf.org/scholarships/.

If you are a resident of Marion or Hamilton counties, committed to attending an Indiana school, and can demonstrate financial need, indicate your interest in being nominated by completing this Google Form by 4:00 pm on Monday, August 12.

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Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

---

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

For seniors and their parents.

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Register by clicking here. 

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REGISTER HERE!

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Click here for more information & to register for one of these events. 

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Attention Seniors

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

***Listen to this podcast featuring Jennifer B. Wallace, who will be joining our College Counseling Team virtually on September 5 @ Noon. ***

Podcast: Jeff Selingo: Rethinking Achievement Culture and the College Search

---

Scholarship Updates

Brebeuf Jesuit is able to nominate 2 students residing in Marion County and 2 from Hamilton County for the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship which provides four years of full tuition and a $900 per year book/equipment stipend for selected students planning to pursue an undergraduate degree at a public or private college or university in Indiana (room and board are not included). Marion County nominees must have a minimum GPA of 2.5; Hamilton County nominees must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. 

Residents of Boone County may self-nominate through the Community Foundation of Boone County website. Residents of Hendricks County may self-nominate through theHendricks County Community Foundation website. Please pay careful attention to each county’s deadline. For more information about this opportunity and other scholarships administered by the Central Indiana Community Foundation, see https://www.cicf.org/scholarships/.

If you are a resident of Marion or Hamilton counties, committed to attending an Indiana school, and can demonstrate financial need, indicate your interest in being nominated by completing this Google Form by 4:00 pm on Monday, August 12.

---

Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

---

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.  

Be sure to follow us on Instagram & X @bjpscollege

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Upcoming Events

For seniors and their parents.

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REGISTER HERE!

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Click here for more information & to register for one of these events. 

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---

Attention Seniors

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What We're Reading, Following, and Listening to This Week

2024 Was the Year That Broke College Admissions - The New York Times (May 1, 2024)

Should You Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How? (Blog)

This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities. - The College Essay Guy

Podcast: A Guide for Students w/ Learning Differences on Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

Racing to Respond - PBS documentary about youth mental health in Indiana, profiling two Hoosier families.

***Listen to this podcast featuring Jennifer B. Wallace, who will be joining our College Counseling Team virtually on September 5 @ Noon. ***

Podcast: Jeff Selingo: Rethinking Achievement Culture and the College Search

---

Scholarship Updates

Brebeuf Jesuit is able to nominate 2 students residing in Marion County and 2 from Hamilton County for the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship which provides four years of full tuition and a $900 per year book/equipment stipend for selected students planning to pursue an undergraduate degree at a public or private college or university in Indiana (room and board are not included). Marion County nominees must have a minimum GPA of 2.5; Hamilton County nominees must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. 

Residents of Boone County may self-nominate through the Community Foundation of Boone County website. Residents of Hendricks County may self-nominate through theHendricks County Community Foundation website. Please pay careful attention to each county’s deadline. For more information about this opportunity and other scholarships administered by the Central Indiana Community Foundation, see https://www.cicf.org/scholarships/.

If you are a resident of Marion or Hamilton counties, committed to attending an Indiana school, and can demonstrate financial need, indicate your interest in being nominated by completing this Google Form by 4:00 pm on Monday, August 12.

Current Scholarship information can be found by clicking here.

---

Student Athletes/Recruitment Information

For information regarding competing in a sport at the college level and the student-athlete recruiting process, please click here.

---

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Announcements

For information regarding opportunities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (scholarships, college fly-in programs, special college level programs, etc.), please click here.