How much does it cost to attend?
FREE and OPEN to the PUBLIC, NACAC's National College Fairs allow students to interact with admission representatives from a wide range of postsecondary institutions to discuss course offerings, admission and financial aid requirements, college life in general, and other information pertinent to the college selection process.
In which grade should students attend a NACAC National College Fair?
We encourage parents and students to investigate the college admission process as early as middle school, however, high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors are our primary audience.
What happens at a National College Fair?
National College Fairs provide exciting opportunities for students and their parents to meet face to face with admission representatives from a variety of colleges and universities. Below are additional components of a National College Fair:
Counseling Center: Guidance counselors are available to answer college admission questions. For example, cross referencing your intended major or interests with the colleges/universities that are present at the National College Fair.
Resource Center: Services that will help with your transition from high school to college.
Workshops: Information sessions regarding various topics from financial aid and essay writing to NCAA requirements. Visit your fair city Web page for workshop details.
I’m a student, can I register online to attend a college fair in my city?
We encourage online registration prior to attending the National College Fair. Follow our step-by-step process to register online.
I'm a parent/counselor, do I need to register?
The barcode is not an admittance pass to enter the National College Fair. If you would like to receive information from a college/university in addition to the information your student(s) will be receiving, we encourage you to register online.
Watch this short video to learn more about student registration:
When are the fairs held?
National College Fairs are held in the spring and fall.
Performing and Visual Arts College Fairs are held in the fall.
Schedules:
How can I see what colleges/universities will be present at the fair?
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View the
Exhibitor listings for both National College Fairs and Performing and Visual Arts Fairs. In order to see a complete listing, select your fair city under the
Exhibit field. Leave the remaining search criteria as
All or blank.
What can I do as a student, parent or counselor to prepare for attending a College Fair?
Need More Information?
E-mail collegefairs@nacacnet.org or info@nacacnet.org or call us at: 703/836-2222 ext 153.