SEMINARS
The Meridian Foundation offers monthly seminars to support students and families with every step of the college application process. These workshops are free and open to students in grades 9–12 as well as their parents. Each session is designed to be practical, interactive, and impactful.
UPCOMING SEMINARS
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Saturday, September 20, 2025
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Learn how to maximize your financial aid eligibility. Parents with students grades 9–12 are encouraged to attend. Don’t believe you qualify? Our specialist has helped families with over $300k in annual income receive aid. Join us to see if you are eligible for college savings.
[View Event →] FAFSAPro Financial Aid Seminar -
Saturday, September 27, 2025
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
An in-depth guide to completing the University of California application, including personal insight questions, activity descriptions, and academic history.
[View Event →] Mastering the UC Application -
Sunday, September 28, 2025
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
A step-by-step walkthrough of the Common Application, from setting up your profile to completing activity descriptions, essays, and supplemental questions. Learn how to avoid common mistakes, stay organized, and present yourself effectively to colleges.
[View Event →] Common App Success: Step-by-Step to Your Best Submission
Tentative Upcoming Seminars (Dates TBD)
— How to Ace an Interview
— Application Portals and Waitlists: What to Expect After Submission
— The Perfect Fit Workshop: Finding Colleges That Match Your Goals and Dreams
— Future Medical Professionals: Your Roadmap to Medical School Success
— Applying to College Made Simple: A Complete Timeline & Strategy Session
— How to Turn Doing Good into a Great Application
— How to Write the Common Application Personal Statement
— How to Write UC Essays
— Action-Driven Activity Descriptions: How to Stand Out Using the Google Resume XYZ Formula
Custom Presentations
To support local schools, libraries, and cultural organizations, we create custom educational presentations for religious, cultural, or academic groups. Please email us here: info@meridiangives.com, and we will be happy to discuss the details.