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Students can use the Career Center to begin their college search process. The Career Center has hundreds of current college catalogs and/or DVD’s.
In addition, open houses are scheduled regularly at most college campuses. Contact the school directly or get the date's from the school's website.
- Open houses for private colleges in New York State can be found at http://colleges.campuscorner.com
- Western New York Colleges www.wnycollegeconnection.com
- Open houses for SUNY colleges can be found at SUNY.edu
- Trade Schools: http://www.trade-schools.net
- Cosmetology: http://www.spabeautyschools.com
- Parents, check out this powerpoint for information on your child's college search!
College Fairs
Online College Fair
Gates Chili College Fair
Cancelled this year
Over 90 colleges and universities will be attending
Rochester Area Colleges College Fair
See below for virtual events:
10:30-11:15 14 Schools Attending
SUNY Alfred State Alfred University FLCC
Genesee CC Keuka College MCC
Roberts Wesleyan College RIT St. John Fisher
SUNY Brockport University of Rochester Houghton
Nazareth College SUNY Geneseo
Greetings from the 14 members of Rochester Area Colleges!
In lieu of visiting your school this fall, here is an easy guide to navigating the Rochester Area Colleges (RAC) individual websites for school counselors and students. Below each institution briefly describes how students can connect this fall. Students can find more information and assistance through the admissions process along with direct links to each school’s visit options on their websites. Simply click the arrow next to each college name.
For more information regarding any of our 14 colleges, students, please fill out our short form here.
Each individual college will be in contact with you soon or sign up for one of their many virtual or in person options!
Community College Options
Finger Lakes Community College
FLCC is offering a series of interactive webinars and virtual events this fall, including weekly webinars, academic discovery days, accepted student info sessions, and virtual counselor appointments. For students and parents who wish to visit campus, we plan to offer small group events on select Saturdays and individual counselor appointments daily. Details and registration information are located on our visit page: https://www.flcc.edu/visit/
For our Guidance partners, FLCC is coordinating custom virtual sessions to meet district needs and requirements. For scheduling purposes, contact Matt Stever at matthew.stever@flcc.edu.
Genesee Community College
GCC is limiting the number of students on campus this fall while offering numerous courses through remote delivery. Explore our robust selection of high-quality online, hybrid and HyFlex learning options by going to www.genesee.edu.
When the College is ready to welcome outside visitors to campus, information about scheduling an appointment will be available at https://www.genesee.edu/home/offices/admissions/visit/. In the meantime, our admissions team is ready to assist you with every step of the admissions process virtually. We invite you to take the 360 degree virtual tour, register for a weekly general information session geared towards prospective students and their families or attend an instant admission event. You can also schedule a one-on-one session with an Admissions or Financial Aid Counselor.
We have two virtual open houses scheduled for this Fall. These will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2020 and Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Registration for both events can be found on the admissions Visit website.
Looking for more information about GCC? View our interactive look book at https://gcclookbook.com/, give us a call at 585-345-6800 or email us at admissions@genesee.edu.
Monroe Community College
Fall 2020 semester at SUNY Monroe Community College
Greetings School Counselors!
MCC is prepared to deliver a variety of safe learning and residential life options for the fall. Our operating principles have satisfied New York State, SUNY, and Monroe County requirements. Course delivery will include distance learning modes ranging from online, remote, and hybrid. The college is offering about 25% of fall classes in traditional, face-to-face format for those courses that require lab space, studio space, or use of specialized/technical equipment.
Fall 2020 classes began on August 26, 2020, and we are planning to execute a traditional 16-week semester to include Thanksgiving Recess in late November, and classes running through December 16.
Admissions staff are starting to cycle back to campus locations at Brighton, Downtown, & Applied Technologies Center in a limited capacity. We do not anticipate being able to offer any on-campus programming this fall, unfortunately, but do have a variety of virtual events planned:
Weekly Information Sessions: Every Monday & Wednesday, at either 9:00 am or 2:00 pm.
Weekly Program Information Sessions: 11/4 https://www.monroecc.edu/life-at-mcc/mcc-events/; a variety of topics will include academic specific sessions, career exploration, honors, 2+2 and transfer, and financial aid.
In May, we launched MCC 1, 2, 3, an email to high school counselors that focuses on 1 topic, gives 2 reasons it’s important, & 3 ways it benefits students. We won’t send you a novel, but rather a brief paragraph hi-lighting specific, relevant, and timely content from MCC. Look for these to re-appear in your inboxes this fall!
CONNECT WITH US VIRTUALLY
Virtual Visits & Information Sessions: https://www.monroecc.edu/admissions/take-a-tour/
Online Admissions Events: https://www.monroecc.edu/?id=28784
MCC Photobook: https://www.monroecc.edu/?id=28451
Email Contact: admissions@monroecc.edu
SUNY Options
Alfred State College
Alfred State College is now offering both virtual campus visit programs and on-campus visits. Please note that on-campus visits will be offering a limited preview of the college.
Virtual chats & virtual campus tour options: We're excited to offer you a 1-on-1 virtual visit experience! Personal chats are now offered with an Admissions Counselor along with virtual campus tours hosted by a current Alfred State College student. We're happy to discuss your major, the admissions process, and anything else that's on your mind.
Virtual Group Visits: Alfred State welcomes groups of all sizes to meet with us virtually! We would be happy to share all the reasons why your students should consider us with an admissions overview, guided virtual tour, and more.
On-campus Tours:
On-campus tours will begin on Monday, September 14- Friday, November 20
Please visit our visit us page to register for a virtual visit or on-campus visit. https://www.alfredstate.edu/admissions/visit-us
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact Destiny Brito at britodj@alfredstate.edu or 607-587-4215.
I look forward to working with you!
SUNY Brockport
Hello from SUNY Brockport Undergraduate Admissions to all of our local high schools, counselors and students! We hope everyone has been staying healthy and safe in these uncharted times. As uncertain as it might be, here at Brockport we wanted to offer some encouraging updates!
With the health and safety of our students, faculty, staff, and local community as a top priority, the College has organized the Bringing Brockport Back committee to establish a guide for re-opening this fall. Information on what steps are being taken to protect the Brockport community and COVID-19 related changes can be found here.
Our campus is open for in-person tours and information sessions, Monday-Friday and on select Saturdays, three times a day, with proper physical distancing and face masks of course. Students can sign up here. Students can also reach us virtually by signing up for virtual information sessions, and video appointments with an admissions counselor. Students can sign up here for virtual options.
SUNY Brockport is happy to announce that we will be test optional this upcoming fall. Students will be able to apply to the college without an SAT or ACT score. If a student is able or wants to submit scores they are more than welcome to, and can indicate this option on their application. Undergraduate Admissions will redoubling our holistic application review process for admissions and scholarship consideration.
In addition, the college is excited to deploy a more holistic review process for all programs, including our most selective program, Direct-Entry Nursing, and the exclusive Honors College.
We look forward to learning more about our applicants and their desire to attend Brockport. Student GPA, combined with the strength of students’ college preparatory coursework are of the utmost importance in predicting student success in the first year of college.
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact Eric DiLaura (edilaura@brockport.edu), Megan Sarkis (msarkis@brockport.edu) or Brian Wallenhorst (bwallenhorst@brockport.edu) in Undergraduate Admissions with any questions or ideas with how we can best serve your students.
SUNY Geneseo
SUNY Geneseo Office of Admissions is doing everything to provide visitors with the best experience possible without compromising the health and safety of our campus community. In addition to private campus tours, we have created a series of online programs to ensure our prospective students and their families have the opportunity to fully experience Geneseo. Please check this page frequently as we continue to add more virtual and online programs.
Experience Campus
Virtual Programs
One-on-one admissions counselor appointments
Private Options
Alfred University
The Alfred University Admissions Team is here to help navigate the ever-changing college process amid these unprecedented times. Although the admissions cycle may look different this year, we are fully committed to helping students, families, and our high school partners research the opportunities at Alfred U.
Alfred University will be offering several ways for students and school counselors to connect. Currently prospective students can set up an on-campus visit for a tour and meeting with an Admissions Counselor. In addition, we will be offering 6 Fall Virtual Open Houses: a University-Wide open house, one for each of our four colleges (Art & Design, Business, Engineering, and Liberal Arts & Sciences), and one open house for students who are undecided on what to study in college.
Students also have the opportunity to virtually connect 1:1 with an Admissions Counselor, current students, professors, coaches, or anyone within the AU community. High schools may request a virtual individual visit or information session also.
All of these options can be found here on our website. Please contact Tracy Valentine for any needs (valentine@alfred.edu).
Houghton College
Houghton College is putting the safety of our students and community first and practicing the “big 3”: masking, social distancing, and cleanliness. Our response to COVID-19 can be found below:
https://www.houghton.edu/coronavirus/
Houghton College is holding in-person classes and has courses available online through our “Choose Your Path” model of education this year, affording students the convenience, safety, and affordability so needed during these turbulent times. Like many colleges, Houghton students will transition to entirely remote at our Thanksgiving break and conclude the semester from home.
https://www.houghton.edu/chooseyourpath/
Our office of admission is excited to offer both safe, on-site and virtual visit opportunities for prospective families. Our list of offerings is available online via the links below!
https://www.houghton.edu/admission/visiting/
Keuka College
Keuka College is offering a variety of ways for prospective students to connect with members of the KC community and explore our campus.
Students can:
Schedule an on-campus visit – Visits include a private walking tour of our beautiful, lakeside campus and a face-to-face meeting with an admissions counselor.
Take a Virtual Tour - Not ready to visit campus in person? No problem! You can explore the beauty of our lakeside campus by taking our virtual tour.
Meet with your admissions counselor virtually – We’re here to help answer all of your questions and share more about the opportunities that await you at Keuka College. Meetings with financial aid, faculty, or a coach can also be arranged.
Virtual events will be offered on an on-going basis throughout the fall and students can learn more and register here.
Please feel free to contact Rebecca Arnold, Senior Associate Director of Admissions, with any questions at rarnold@keuka.edu or 315-279-5285.
Nazareth College
Nazareth is doing its best to provide an on-campus experience while keeping our students, faculty, staff and visitors safe with the following opportunities:
* Daily Campus Tour & Info-Session: 10am & 2pm M-F
* Saturday Tour & Info-Session: 10am
*Thursday Twilight Tour & Info-Session: 6pm
* Virtual Zoom Sessions: M-F @ 2pm
Please use this link to set up appointments: https://www2.naz.edu/admissions/visit
Please note, for safety reasons, we cannot accommodate walk-ins.
Also note, events are subject to change, for updates, please go to: https://www2.naz.edu/admissions/visit
Thank you and we look forward to seeing you soon!
Roberts Wesleyan College
The fall semester at Roberts begins on Monday, August 24, and will continue through Friday, November 20 with no fall break. Physical distancing and face coverings will be required of all students, faculty, and staff. Students will have a choice between taking 100% on-line courses or 100% in-person classes. After Thanksgiving, classes will continue in an online format only until the end of the semester (students will not be permitted to stay beyond November 21 unless approved by the College due to specific program requirements). We will begin the Spring Semester 2021 as scheduled on January 11 on campus.
Visitors are welcome! Prospective students and parents, as well as high school groups may sign up via our visit webpage, www.roberts.edu/visit. Some restrictions apply.
Rochester Institute of Technology
While we continue to do our part to flatten the curve, you can still experience RIT. Limited small group on-campus tours are being offered Monday through Friday at 10 am, 12 pm and 2 pm, and Saturday & Sunday at 10 am, 11 am and 12 pm. Virtual interactive tours, information sessions, interviews, and Open House events provide information about admission, financial aid, student life, academics and more.
Visit https://www.rit.edu/admissions/freshman#visit-and-events for options and availability.
St. John Fisher College
St. John Fisher College is offering both on campus and virtual visit opportunities. For any on campus visits, The College has instituted safety protocols to ensure the health and wellness of all guests and campus community members. Tours with an admissions presentation are offered Monday through Friday at 9am, 11am, 1pm, and 3pm Saturdays at 9am, 11am, and 1pm, and select Sundays at 11am and 1pm. Virtual information sessions are offered Tuesdays and Thursdays at either 11am or 3pm. To register for a virtual or in-person visit please visit: https://www.sjfc.edu/admissions-aid/freshman-admissions/visit-opportunities/
University of Rochester
Greetings to our local school counseling colleagues from the Office of Admissions at the University of Rochester. We hope you, your families and school communities are healthy and having a safe start to the school year. Hopefully the following updates will be useful to you in supporting your students during this difficult time.
While we are currently unable to welcome visitors to campus, you and your students can still join us for virtual information sessions and our College Admissions Workshop Series. All of our virtual offerings, as well as interviews for rising seniors and students interested in transferring, can be viewed and registered for online.
Due to ever-changing circumstances, we are unsure when our campus will be open again for visitors. Our website will be updated with any new information in the coming weeks and months. Current information about the University’s response to the Coronavirus can be found here.
For rising seniors and potential transfer students unable to visit campus and concerned about demonstrating interest, virtual interviews are highly encouraged. Also, please note this is Rochester’s second year under a test-optional admissions policy, and more information about the testing policy can be found here.
We are also prepared to engage with your students in new and exciting ways this fall. If you would like to schedule a virtual college visit or have an idea for an admissions workshop for your students, we welcome you to submit a virtual visit or workshop request. You can also sign up for our college counselor and advisor newsletter to learn about updates to our admissions process and tools to better support your students.
Please reach out to Patrick O’Neill (patrick.oneill@rochester.edu) or Eibhlin Regan (eibhlin.regan@rochester.edu) in Admissions with any questions or other ways we can best support you and your students in the coming year.
SUNY College Fair
Go to https://www.suny.edu/attend/find-a-suny-program/ to register and the schedule of events
Other Fairs
Sept. 24, 2020 Rochester College Night Eastview Mall 7-9 p.m.
Sept. 25, 2020 Rochester College Night Marketplace Mall 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Sept. 26, 2020 Rochester College Night Greece Ridge Mall 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Christian University and College Fair
Virtual https://myblueprintstory.com/virtual-christian-college-fairs
Cost: Free
When: Postponed In person Events
Location: Browncroft Community Church,
Parking: Behind the school
Questions: 585-387-3770 ext. 233
REOC College Fair
Blue Cross Arena or visit www.reoc.brockport.edu
National College Fair
Rochester Riverside Convention Center
Empire Hall
123 East Main Street
Rochester, NY 14604-1619
1-800-856-1678Go to https://www.nacacfairs.org/ncf to register.
2024-2025 College Visits Located in the Career Center
*Make sure you have a pre-signed pass to attend the informational sessions.
HBCU Virtual College Visits
Army ROTC
Instant Admission Days
Monroe Community College Instant Admissions Day
Monroe Community College is offering seniors at Gates Chili the opportunity to apply for admission and to receive an on-the-spot decision on their admission to MCC!
Many students wait to submit their MCC application until late spring, but at that time class choices are limited and some academic programs, as well as EOP, are closed. Don’t be closed out of the majors or classes you want! Begin the enrollment process now to ease the transition to college.
You will meet one-on-one with an admissions counselor from MCC and you should be able to receive an acceptance decision immediately if the following conditions are met:
To participate in all Instant Admission Days, you must make an appointment in the Counseling Office or Career Center. Don’t delay…appointments are limited.
GCC
TBDGCC Registration and Testing day TBD
MCC Applied Technology Center Information SessionsAutomotive, HVAC, Solar Thermal, Precision Machininghttp://www.mccediws.com/infosessions/
College Preview Nights
(Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, Stanford)
RSVP @ www.exploringcollegeoptions.orgRochester, NY 
Marist CollegeOffice of Special Services Learning Disabilities Support Program announces the 25th annual Learning Disabilities Support Program Informational Open House Students, parents, and professionals are encouraged to attend. Details: www.marist.edu/specserv or 845-575-3274.
Brown University, Columbia University, Cornell University, Rice University, University of ChicagoRoberts Wesleyan College
Receipt of a completed undergraduate admissions application by October 1 provides students with an Early Application Fee Waiver of $1000 on their Financial aid Package. Apply online at www.roberts.edu/apply.
Multicultural College Opportunities
Trinity College in Hartford, CT
Sponsoring a Preview Weekend Sunday, November 3– Monday, November 4, 2020. This is an overnight program designed to give seniors in high school an opportunity to explore both the academic and social aspects of the Trinity community, with a focus on the experience of our students of color. If you are selected to attend Preview Weekend, financial assistance for your transportation, housing, and meals is available. If you would like to apply, go to www.trincoll.edu/StudentLife/Diversity/Preview. Applications are due by October 13, 2018. For questions, contact the Admissions Office at 860-297-2180 or e-mail at anthony.berry@trincoll.edu.
Smith College
Smith College in Northampton, MA, will host Women of Distinction, a three day program for high school seniors November 2-3, 2024. The program highlights the opportunities at Smith for African American, Asian American, Latina and Native American students. Participants will have the opportunity to attend panels and workshops on student life and the college admission process, meet faculty, live in student houses, and explore Northampton. Smith will provide all selected participants with round-trip transportation, meals, and accommodations. The application deadline is September 20, 2024.
Applications are available at: www.smith.edu/admission/wod . The program is competitive; acceptance is based on academic and personal qualities. Your high school transcript and counselor signature is required, so plan accordingly. For more information call 413-585-2141 or visit the website at www.smith.edu/admission.
Bates College
Bates College in Lewiston, ME, invites First Generation to College or Multicultural seniors to explore the opportunities that Bates has to offer in their Prologue to Bates Program November 1-4, 2024 Participants will experience activities and programs designed to acquaint them with the College’s academic and co-curricular offerings. Students chosen to participate are provided with housing and meals as guests of the College. Bates will make transportation arrangements for attendees and offers scholarships to students who need assistance with travel costs. Apply online at www.home.bates.edu/admission/prologue by October 1, 2024. For more information, call 1-855-BATES55.
Miami University
Miami University in Oxford, OH is proud to present the 2024 Bridges Program. This experience is designed for high achieving underrepresented high school seniors (Class of 2024) from all over the nation interested in learning more about the educational opportunities at Miami. This is an expense paid (meals, lodging, entertainment, etc.) selective overnight visit program on Miami's campus in Oxford, Ohio. Students who successfully complete the program and apply for admission for Fall 2024 will have their $50 application fee waived. If they are accepted and enroll at Miami University, Oxford campus, will receive a $10,000 scholarship. Applicants must be from underrepresented populations, have at least a 3.0 GPA or be in the top 25% of the graduating class. They must be taking a college prep curriculum and have demonstrated leadership or co-curricular involvement. Apply online at www.muohio.edu/bridges. For more information, call 513-529-2531 or email: outreach@muohio.edu.
EDU, Inc. Common Black College Application
EDU, Inc. is a service that has been developed to augment the recruitment efforts of Historically Black Colleges and Universities and to increase the number of educational options for students throughout the country. The use of the EDU, Inc. Common Black College Application creates the possibility for students to potentially receive acceptance letters, financial aid packages, and scholarship offers from several different colleges.
You are able to use the EDU, Inc. Common Black College Application and apply to 36 member institutions for a one-time fee of only $35.00. Clark Atlanta University, Morgan State University, South Carolina State University, and Virginia State University are examples of member institutions. Apply online at www.eduinconline.com. Information is available in the Career Center. Over 97% of the students who have used the services, have been accepted to at least one of the HBCUs that accept the EDU, Inc. Application.
Villa Maria College Art Portfolio Day
TBD
https://www.villa.edu/admissions/portfolio-day/
College Information Links:
The following link can be used to research any college by state in the United States.
http://www.utexas.edu/world/univ/state/
All other links are listed below:
National Portfolio Day Review
https://nationalportfolioday.org/schedule/
Syracuse University
http://vpa.syr.edu
National Portfolio Day is an opportunity specifically for those who wish to pursue an education in the visual and related arts to meet with representatives from colleges accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design. Representatives will be available to review your artwork, discuss their programs and answer questions about professional careers in art.
National Portfolio Day is designed to help further the artistic development of young artists by bringing together experienced college representatives to review artwork and offer feedback. Understand that some people make certain kinds of art more successfully than others. Don't be discouraged if you see work that is "better" than yours. A National Portfolio Day may be the first time you have seen so many people in one place who all share a powerful commitment to the arts.
National Portfolio Days are also about the exchange of information about your work, yourself, your college plans, and your concerns. Your portfolio should include your best and most recent work, but it can also include works in progress, sketchbooks and tear sheets. You'll hear many different opinions of your work. Don't hesitate to explain how you develop your ideas and where you want to go with them. No admissions decisions or scholarship awards will be offered to you at National Portfolio Day. Some colleges represented may accept your portfolio as the visual portion of your application. Other colleges have restrictions that prohibit them from making a definite portfolio decision at the time of your review. We urge you to discuss your work with as many representatives as possible.
Check the website for further information and for a list of art schools with contact information. https://rit.edu/artdesign/prospective-students/portfolio-guide A copy of this list is available in the Career Center.
