Counseling Events

WHS College Information and Financial Aid Night

The WHS College Information and Financial Aid Night is scheduled to take place virtually on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. More information will be shared as the date approaches.

PSAT/NMSQT (National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test)

Westmont High School will be offering the PSAT/NMSQT exam on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. The PSAT/NMSQT can qualify any participating junior student for scholarships, including the National Merit Scholar Program. Interested sophomores may choose to take this exam as a practice but cannot qualify for the program. In general, students who score in the top 1% in the nation on the PSAT/NMSQT are deemed Semifinalists for the National Merit Scholarship Program.

This is NOT a practice SAT. Sophomore and juniors will be provided several practice ACT opportunities throughout the year to prepare for the State of Illinois standardized assessment; this exam is only for juniors who wish to compete for the National Merit Scholarship.

All interested students should sign up with Ms. Ramsey in the main office with a $20 fee before Friday, September 27th. Cash or check made out to Westmont High School will be accepted, spots are limited.

ATTEND NACAC COLLEGE FAIR

NACAC’s upcoming National College Fair on Saturday, October 5th, 2024 will be taking place at Navy Pier, Chicago (please note that this is a change from the past few years when the fair was held at McCormick Place). This is a great opportunity for students to connect face-to-face with representatives from hundreds of colleges and universities. All high school students, transfer students, and families are welcome to register for this complimentary event.

Date and Times:
Saturday, October 5th
11:00am - 3:00pm CT

Location:
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611

Register here - https://www.nacacattend.org