NACAC members are experts in college admission counseling and are encouraged to share their expertise with state legislators to inform education policy. Visits with lawmakers allow college counselors to:
The following information will help you plan, prepare, and conduct visits with state and federal legislators.
How to Schedule and Meet with a Lawmaker or Legislative AidIntructions for Scheduling a Visit - While developed for visits in Washington, DC, these instructions are applicable to state legislative visits as protocol is the same. As always, NACAC staff are willing to help if you have questions along the way.Capitol Hill 101
What to Discuss with a State Legislator or Aide(State Priorities)State Budget Profiles College Access Agenda for StatesEducation and the EconomyStudent-to-Counselor Ratios Graduate Coursework in College CounselingGraduate Coursework Legislative ProposalUndocumented Students and College AccessPolicy Brief: College Access Challenge GrantsSchool Counselors Contribute to College Access and Success (State)Policy Brief: School Counseling and College Access (State)
What to Discuss with a Federal Legislator or Aide(NACAC Priorities)College Access Agenda for the 112th CongressStudent Protection Agenda for the 112th CongressEducation and the EconomySchool Counselors Contribute to College Access and SuccessPolicy Brief: School Counseling and College AccessPolicy Brief: Rigorous CurriculumElementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) RecommendationsPathways to College ActPathways to College Act Talking PointsOther NACAC IssuesHow to Take Action on Issues NowCreate an Action AlertTake Action on federal issuesLearn what your state legislature is doingLearn about state policies approved by legislatures across the nation related to college admission counseling
Have questions about Hill visits? Email legislative@nacacnet.org.
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