Fall is college fair season

It’s easy to get overwhelmed once you venture down the college research rabbit hole, skipping from website to website, compiling lists of lists. After a while, all of the college websites can start to look the same and there are enough numbers to give anyone palpitations. That’s why college fairs are still one of the most effective — and enjoyable — tools for choosing a college.

College fairs give you the opportunity to talk to real people in real life about the the things that really interest you. You can make a real human connection with an alumnus or admissions officer who can give you a better understanding of their college than its website or brochure alone. You can find out about academic programs, campus activities, financial aid, admissions requirements, and get a real feel for each college’s culture.

College fair season is officially open. These are some of the best college fairs in and around New York City this fall.

SUNY College Fair

Suffolk County Community College Health Sports & Education Center Grant Campus 1001 Crooked Hill Road Brentwood, NY 11717 1 pm-4 pm

SUNY College Fair

Nassau Community College Physical Education Complex P 1 Education Drive Garden City, NY 11530 6 pm-9 pm

Walton Education Complex's Annual College Fair

Walton Education Complex 2780 Reservoir Ave Bronx, NY 10468 12 pm-4 pm

College Fair at the New York Public Library

New York Public Library 42nd Street & 5th Ave New York, NY 10 am-2 pm

NACAC College Fair - Long Island

Suffolk County Community College Health Sports & Education Center Grant Campus 1001 Crooked Hill Road Brentwood, NY 11717 11am-3pm

SUNY College Fair - NYC

Jacob K. Javits Convention Center 655 West 34th Street New York, NY 10001 4 pm-7:30 pm

South Westchester College Fair

Westchester County Center 198 Central Avenue White Plains, NY 10901 6:30 pm-9 pm

North Westchester College Fair

Yorktown Heights High School 2725 Crompond Road Yorktown, NY 10598 6:30 pm-9 pm