29 Oct County college fair opens door to education and jobs
Universities will accept high school students on the spot at the Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition Center tomorrow, Oct. 30 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Applications fees will be waived and scholarships given to accepted students at the fair, at 10901 Coral Way, Miami.
In addition to providing education about college admissions and scholarships, the Fourth Annual College and Career Expo has awarded more than $3 million in scholarships in the last three years.
Students must be accompanied by a parent and come prepared with copies of their high school transcripts, ACT/SAT scores and two letters of recommendation.
The event is being hosted by Miami-Dade County Public Schools and 100 Black Men of South Florida, which mentors young Black men throughout their academic careers. The group encourages attendees to share their experiences on social media and will have a special #100BlackMenSF lounge.
About 100 universities and vocational schools will have representatives available to meet in-person with students. But 100 Black Men of South Florida is also gearing the event toward career development.
The career portion of the expo will connect students with potential job openings provided by vocational partners.