Frequently Asked Questions

How does this program fit into the college process?
Exploring Educational Excellence is geared toward high school juniors and seniors who would like an overview of the college search and application processes, while exploring five similar, yet different universities.   The evening is designed to provide information on each of the five universities present, and give you tips on applying from experienced admission professionals.

Who comes to this program and why?
This program offers an alternate venue and time for students and families to become familiar with the five universities of Exploring Educational Excellence. Given that time constraints often make it difficult for students to have contact with every school in which they have an interest, or to visit our individual campuses, this partnership allows for a five-in-one visit in your local area.

What is the format of the program?
After a brief introduction to the group, each school will present accompanied by slides. When the schools conclude, there will be a short section with “Pearls of Wisdom,” or tips and definitions involved in the admissions process. Finally, representatives from each school will break out into a mini-college fair style setting so students and guests may ask institution specific questions. Each event aims to last no longer than two hours from the start time.

How do I register?
Please visit the Exploring Education Excellence main page at http://www.exploringeducationalexcellence.org/ and click on the appropriate state on the map or date on the calendar.  By clicking on events you will see a link to the registration page.  
**Do not forget to print and bring your confirmation with you to the event. Bring your printed confirmation and there will be no need to fill out an inquiry card at the time of the event. If the information you registered with changes between registration and the event, you may update it at the event on an inquiry card.

Registration is required and entry preference will be given to those who register online. All students should fill out an event specific form and only non-high school students (parents, guardians, siblings not in high school) should be counted as guests. Registering allows us not only to stay in touch with students who are interested in our five schools, but to plan for the best event in each location. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

What happens if my plans change?
If you can no longer attend the event for which you registered, please use the cancelation link provided to you in the registration confirmation email. Thank you.

The event I want to attend is full. What should I do?
This event has limited capacity and is currently full, and you will not be able to register on-line. If you prefer, you may sign up for the event waiting list and you will be notified before the event if your registration is confirmed. If you do not receive a confirmation before the event, the event has remained at capacity. We typically can accept walk-ins at the event, and you can register when you arrive.

The event I want to attend is closed. What should I do?
The online registration period for this event has ended. We typically can accept walk-ins at the event, and you can register when you arrive.

I am on the waiting list for an event. What does that mean?
This event is at full capacity and your registration has been place on a waiting list. You will be notified before the event if your registration is confirmed. If you do not receive a confirmation before the event the event has remained at capacity. We typically can accept walk-ins at the event, and you can register when you arrive.

**A note for walk-ins: We typically are able to accept walk-ins at events and in the past have not turned away any one who has attended.  In the event that registration is full and you decide to attend as a walk-in, please be aware we allow entry first to those who registered in advance on-line. In addition, please visit each university's own website to learn of other presentations that may be taking place in your area.