ICAN hosts largest college fair in Iowa in Altoona

The largest college fair in the state of Iowa, the Golden Circle College Fair, will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22 at the Prairie Meadows Conference Center in Altoona, bringing together more than 80 colleges, universities and career and student service resources. This highly anticipated event offers high school students and families a unique opportunity to connect with college representatives and explore a wide variety of education and training options.

Hosteby by the education nonprofit ICAN, the fair is designed to help students and their families navigate the planning process for life after high school, providing them with direct access to information about career planning, academic programs, admission requirements, campus life, financial aid, scholarship opportunities, and career training and student support services.

Key Highlights:

• Meet representatives for more than 80 organizations and institutions, including public and private universities, community colleges, and technical programs.
• Learn about scholarships, grants and other financial aid options to support higher education.
• Explore various programs, from liberal arts to STEM, CTE and more.
• Engage with career and college advising experts on career exploration, work-based learning, and student success.

“Choosing the right post-high school path for education or training can be a daunting process, but events like this make it easier for students and their families to find the best fit for their educational and carer goals,” Brittania Morey, Vice President Marketing and Communications for ICAN said. “We’re excited to provide a platform where students can get their questions answered and start envisioning their future.”

The event is free and open to the public and no pre-registration is required. High school students, their parents and educators are all encouraged to attend. Attendees are also encouraged to set up a StriveScan barcode (www.strivefair.com) to ease the sharing of information with colleges. Students are also welcome to bring copies of their transcripts and resumes to discuss with admission representatives.