Minnesota National College Fair


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Search: 2012 Fall Minnesota NCF

 

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 Location & Hours

 

 

​Location:
Minneapolis Convention Center
Halls D – E
1301 Second Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55403-2781
612/335-6000

Directions 
Parking

​Fair Hours:
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
4:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Fair Set-up Hours:
Monday, October 8, 2012
1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
7:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

Estimated Attendance: 25,000

 

 
 

 For Exhibitors

 

Host Hotel:
Millennium Hotel Minneapolis
1313 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
612/332.6000
The Millennium is located approximately 12 miles from the Minneapolis/Saint Paul Airport and is a five minute walk by skywalk to the Minneapolis Convention Center.
Rate: $179 Single/Double
Deadline: Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Reservations can be made online by using NACAC's personalized reservation link.

Exposition Services Provided by:
Global Experience Specialists, 800/475-2098 
Exhibitor Services Kit​

Shipping Information:
Authorized Shipping Address:
(Your Name/Institution)
(Booth Number)
Minnesota National College Fair
October 9-10, 2012
c/o Global Experience Specialists
12400 DuPont Avenue S
Burnsville, MN 55337

Shipping Deadline: All materials must be received by Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Loading/Unloading:
Take 16th Street, which is behind the Minneapolis Convention Center and stop at the security booth for a 30 minute temporary pass.
Be sure to inform the guard you’re exhibiting at the Minnesota National College Fair and the guard will direct you to the loading dock for Halls D & E.

​Electrical Service:
Electrical services are supplied exclusively through the Minneapolis Convention Center. Order forms are available online or by calling 612/335.6550.

Material Handling Charge:*
Small Package: $46 for the first piece and $23 for each additional piece. Maximum weight is 50lbs per shipment per delivery. Shipments over 50lbs will be charged $75.50 per hundredweight with a 200lbs minimum charge at ST/ST.  Payment must be received in advance by check or credit card (preferred method).

* Rates are subject to change. Contact Global Experience Specialists for current rates.

 

 
 

 Workshop Information

 
Tuesday, October  9, 2012
9:30 AM
A Guide to the Selective College Admission Process
Community and Technical College Options
Financial Aid 101: The Basics
 
10:30 AM
Tips for Writing a Successful College Application Essay
College Admission Resources for Multicultural Students
Financial Aid 101: The Basics
 
11:30 AM
MN Private Colleges-17 Great Reasons to Stay In-State
Financial Aid 101: The Basics
Applications, Auditions, and the Performing Arts
 
5:00 PM
U of MN-Twin Cities & UW-Madison-Two Fantastic Universities
Community and Technical College Options
Tips for Writing a Successful College Application Essay
The Admissions Process Uncovered:  Knowing your Rights and Responsibilities
 
6:00 PM 
Applications, Auditions, and the Performing Arts
Financial Aid 101: The Basics
A Guide to the Selective College Admission Process
 
7:00 PM
MN Private Colleges-17 Great Reasons to Stay In-State
Financial Aid 101: The Basics
Tips and Strategies for Visual Arts Students
 
Wednesday, October 10 , 2012
9:30 AM
A Guide to the Selective College Admission Process
Community and Technical College Options
Financial Aid 101: The Basics
Educational Opportunities through the United States Military
 
10:30 AM
Tips for Writing a Successful College Application Essay
College Admission Resources for Multicultural Students
Financial Aid 101: The Basics
 
11:30 AM
MN Private Colleges-17 Great Reasons to Stay In-State
Financial Aid 101: The Basics