Ladies and gentleman, it is finally here!  The college fair!  Granted, you may not find funnel cake and ferris wheels, but nonetheless, it is still an exciting fair.  A college fair is a gathering of colleges and universities (ranging anywhere from ten to hundreds of schools) in one convenient location. They allow prospective students to talk with college representatives to learn more about their specific institutions. College fairs are useful because they can help you learn more about a college you already know well, help you eliminate some from your list, or acquaint you with schools you never considered.  Your high school counselor is an excellent resource to find college fairs in your area. You can also review the 2010 National College Fairs Schedule to find a fair close to you. Read the rest of this entry »

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