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Does it seem like just
yesterday you were a freshman entering the world of high school?
Believe it or not, it is now time to think about the next exciting phase of
your life. COLLEGE!!!
The National College Fair program is a FREE opportunity
for you and your family to meet with representatives from colleges and
universities throughout the country and the world without actually leaving
your home state. There won’t be enough time to visit with every college and
university at the fair, so we have listed some suggestions on how to use
your time most effectively.
Ask your guidance
counselor or visit the National Association for College Admissions
Counseling on the web at www.nacacnet.org.
Your preparation before the fair is very important.
1.
Answer the following questions to help determine what kind of school
would best suit you.
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Do you want to attend a four year institution?
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Co-ed or single sex?
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What size school do you want to attend?
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What programs of study are you considering?
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How far from home do you want to go?
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Do you wish to participate in any specific extra-curricular
activities or athletics?
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Do you want to attend school in an urban, suburban, or rural
environment?
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Do you require any special services? (i.e. tutoring, note
takers, readers, TDD, interpreters?)
2.
Discuss your college plans with your guidance counselor, family,
teachers, and friends.
3.
Research your colleges of interest on the internet and in your
guidance office/library.
4.
Check dates and registration deadlines for college entrance
examinations.
Printable College Fair Checklist
(Requires Adobe Reader)
College Planning Calendar
Microsoft Excel College Comparison Worksheet
Printable
College Comparison Worksheet
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1.
Pick up a bag and a
fair directory.
2.
Visit the colleges and universities that you feel meet your criteria.
3.
Talk with your college counselor at the Counseling Center if you have
any questions or need help with your college search.
4.
Attend an information
session.
During the fair, please visit
the Educational Expo in Hall A of the Prime F. Osborn Convention
Center to learn about tools to assist you in the college admission process.
After the fair, visit
www.facts.org to plan and manage your
higher education experience.
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Choosing a college
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Picking a major
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College admissions
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Financial aid information
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Career guidance
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And more…
Have Fun at the Fair!
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