Paying for College
2024-10-01 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
This virtual presentation provides an overview of the many options available to families to pay for college. The goal is to inform students and parents about government grants, scholarships, loans, FAFSA application procedures and additional services and programs provided by Stand by Me NexGen.
Time: 45-60 minutes
Note: Paying for College-Juniors Version is available after April 1.
Registration Link

2024 Annual Dover High School College & Career Fair
2024-10-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Dover High School, 1 Dover High Drive, Dover, DE, 19904
Over 40 Colleges, Employers, Trade Schools, Community Jobs, and the Military! Offers: Post-Secondary Plans, Community Search Jobs, and More!
For more information, click here.

Scholarships 101
2024-09-26 18:30 - 19:30
This virtual presentation explores scholarship opportunities from the federal and state governments as well as from institutions, private organizations, and online sources. The goal is to inform students and parents about scholarship opportunities and the application process. Appropriate for all grades. Scholarship deadlines shared may be more specific to Grade 12.
Time: 45-60 minutes.
Register here.

UD's Blue and Golden Open House
2024-11-02 08:30 - 14:00 | University of Delaware, 170 The Grn, Newark, DE, 19716
Explore the University of Delaware and see for yourself all your future holds.
Join us for Blue and Golden, the fall open house for the University of Delaware. Hear from faculty representing all 150+ majors, get a sense of life on campus from our students, chat with counselors about the admissions process and speak to staff from study abroad, residence life, the Honors College and more. View a sample schedule here.
Register here.

NACAC November Virtual College Fair
2024-11-03 13:00 - 18:00
Find your best matches!

Register and get connected with colleges and universities that match YOUR desired attributes.

Scholarships 101 – En Espanol
2024-11-07 18:30 - 19:30
Noviembre 7 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Los estudiantes y sus familias aprenderán cómo encontrar y solicitar becas para la educación después de la secundaria. Aprenderán del Programa de Becas del Estado de Delaware y los programas de becas universitarias estatales y locales.
Duración: 45-60 minutos
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Goldey-Beacom Saturday Visits
2024-11-09 11:00 - 14:00 | Goldey-Beacom College
This is an in-person event beginning at 11:00 am.
Students and parents are invited to join us for a Saturday Visit to learn more about how Goldey-Beacom’s private college, career-focused education is defying expectations.
LEARN about the special features that set a GBC education apart.
EXPLORE campus with a student ambassador who offers an insider’s perspective on the GBC experience.
MEET the GBC staff (admissions and financial aid) who will be on hand to assist in the process and make it quicker and easier for you.
DISCOVER why GBC is affordable through conversations with an admissions counselor.
You and your guest(s) are also invited to be our guest for lunch on campus!
Registere here.

Delaware College Night '25
2025-04-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Paul M. Hodgson Vocational Technical High School, 2475 Glasgow Ave, Newark, 19702, United States
Check back for more information.

Futures in the Arts Celebration
2025-05-13 18:00 | Smyrna Opera House, 7 W South Street, Smyrna, DE, 19977
The Delaware Department of Education and Division of the Arts cordially invite you to an evening highlighting our Delaware graduates heading off to college and careers in visual and performing arts fields.

Christina School District College Fair
2025-10-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Christiana High School, 190 Salem Church Rd, Newark, Delaware, 19713
Whether you are a high school student preparing for college or a professional seeking to enhance your career, this fair provides a platform for you to gather information and make informed decisions about your future. This event is FREE and open to the public, including students and families from surrounding areas. Light refreshments will be served. Sign language and Spanish interpretations are available upon request.
There’s an exciting lineup of exhibitors for the 2025 College & Career Fair! Get ready to explore a diverse array of institutions and opportunities at the upcoming College Fair! Check the website for updates, as more exhibitors and event details are added continuously.

NACAC College Fairs
2025-10-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Atlantic City Convention Center, 1 Convention Blvd, Atlantic City, NJ, 08401
Register online before the fair to receive a barcode for easy onsite access to college representatives. Print the barcode and bring it to the fair as your electronic ID. Online registration leaves more time for you to meet one-on-one with admission representatives.
Ask yourself the following questions:

Do I want to attend a large, medium, or small school?
What major do I wish to study?
Do I want to attend an urban, suburban, or rural school?
Do I want to attend a two-year, four-year, single-sex, or religiously-affiliated school?
Do I want to participate in athletics, clubs, fraternities, sororities, or special programs such as study abroad or cooperative education.

Research colleges attending the fair to determine if they meet your search criteria and make sure to reference your College Matchmaking™ email to ensure you connect with your best fits!

PCACAC College Fair
2025-10-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Howard Community College, 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD
Meet college admissions reps from institutions across the nation. Learn about each institution’s programs and majors. Hear about each school’s campus community and student life experience.

"Paying for College" Virtual Presentation (Spanish)
2025-10-15 18:30 - 19:30
Durante esta presentación realizada por expertos en ayuda financiera de NexGen les enseñaremos a los estudiantes y familias graduándose de escuela secundaria cómo solicitar ayuda financiera para la universidad, recibir más información, como líneas de tiempo, información financiero requerida y hacer preguntas individuales sobre la Solicitud gratuita de ayuda federal para estudiantes (FAFSA) también programas de préstamos federales.
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During this presentation, led by NexGen financial aid experts, we will teach graduating high school students and families how to apply for college financial aid, receive additional information such as timelines, required financial information, and ask individual questions about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and federal loan programs.

"Paying for College" Presentation at Dover Public Library
2025-10-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Dover Public Library, 35 Loockerman Plz, Dover, DE, 19901
During this presentation, led by NexGen financial aid experts, we will teach graduating high school students and families how to apply for college financial aid, receive additional information such as timelines, required financial information, and ask individual questions about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and federal loan programs.
Please register at Dover Public Library.

NACAC STEM College and Career Fairs
2025-10-18 13:00 - 16:00 | Kent University, 1000 Morris Ave, Union, NJ, 07083

NACAC Virtual Fair
2025-10-19 13:00 - 18:00
Representatives from each college will be waiting to meet you! Make sure you are ready to put your best foot forward and interact with reps when visiting college booths! Not sure what to say? Here are some suggestions:

What do students like/dislike most about your school?
What kinds of students are happiest at your school?
What is the average amount of student loan debt for graduates?
If I am awarded a grant or scholarship, can I expect it to remain constant all four years (assuming my financial circumstances don’t change)?

Make sure to reference your College Matchmaking® email to connect with the schools that best align with your interests!
At the time of registration, you selected the attributes that were most important to you in a college. You then should have received an email that best matched specific colleges and universities to your criteria. Reference this email on the day of the fair to connect with your best fits!
Learn more about College Matchmaking®

Don’t sweat the small stuff!
Everyone is at a different stage in their college search process. Keep an open mind and enjoy yourself. These events are all about helping you connect and learn about lots of colleges in a short amount of time to help you land at your dream school. Have a quick video chat with a rep, drop in on a virtual presentation, send a question through chat – make a connection YOUR way!

Red Clay School District College Fair
2025-10-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Alexis I. duPont High School, 50 Hillside Rd, Wilmington, DE, 19807
Are you ready to take the next step toward your future? The Red Clay Consolidated School District is thrilled to host our highly anticipated College & Career Fair on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Alexis I. du Pont High School! This exciting event is your gateway to discovering a wide range of educational opportunities that can shape your path forward. Over 100+ colleges, universities, military, and vocational schools and employers will be present. Whether you’re a student eager to explore your college options or a parent ready to support your child’s journey, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect with top colleges, discover scholarships, and get personalized advice.
The College & Career Fair is a must-attend event for middle and high school students, families, and community members eager to explore post-secondary options. Whether you’re considering a career, colleges, universities, or specialized programs, this fair provides a unique chance to meet with representatives from educational institutions across the region. You’ll gain insights into admissions processes, campus life, and the variety of programs available to help you make informed decisions about your future.

FREE – Open to the Public!
Spanish Interpretation Available
Light Refreshments

Central Delaware College Fair
2025-10-22 18:00 - 21:00 | Polytech High School, 823 Walnut Shade Road, Woodside, DE, 19980
Central Delaware College Night, being held this year at Polytech High School at 823 Walnut Shade Road, Woodside, Delaware, serves the residents of Kent County, Delaware. It is the only county wide College Night activity held in Central Delaware. Students from the following High Schools are invited:

Caesar Rodney High School
Campus Community High School
Dover High School
Lake Forest High School
Polytech High School
Smyrna High School
Calvary Christian School

Schedule:

6:00-6:30: “Paying for College” Presentation
6:30-8:00: FAFSA Completion Workshop
7:00-9:00: Central Delaware College Fair

Click here for more information.

"Scholarships 101" Virtual Presentation (Spanish)
2025-10-22 18:30 - 19:30
Los estudiantes y sus familias aprenderán de los expertos de NexGen cómo encontrar y solicitar becas para continuar su educación, incluido el Programa de Becas del Estado de Delaware, junto con otros programas de becas universitarias estatales y locales.
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Students and their families will learn from NexGen experts how to find and apply for scholarships to continue their education, including the Delaware State Scholarship Program, along with other state and local college scholarship programs.
