Lincoln "College Affaire" April 3 at Lincoln Southwest High School
Will feature approximately 50 colleges!

(Lincoln, Nebraska, March 19, 2008) – High school students – especially juniors and sophomores – are encouraged to begin their college search efforts by attending the Lincoln College Affaire Thursday, April 3 from 7-9 p.m. at Lincoln Southwest High School, 7001 S. 14th St (14th and Pine Lake Road).

This event, sponsored by EducationQuest Foundation and the Great Plains Association of College Admission Counselors (GPACAC), will feature representatives from Midwest colleges and universities, and will also include financial aid presentations at 7:30 and 8:30 p.m.

EducationQuest provides these tips to help students make the most of their college fair visit:

Before you attend, determine which colleges you want to visit. Arrive early so you have time to visit your top colleges.

Prepare a list of questions to ask the college representatives. Ask about deadlines for admission, scholarships and financial aid.

Prepare pre-printed labels with your name and address to stick on information cards at college booths where you want additional information.

If you have questions about the Lincoln College Affaire, contact Les Monroe, Director of College Planning for the EducationQuest Lincoln Office, at 800-303-3745, ext. 6989.

EducationQuest Foundation is a private, nonprofit organization with a mission to improve access to higher education in Nebraska. Headquartered in Lincoln, EducationQuest provides free college planning services; funds need-based scholarship programs; provides grants that help high schools increase their college-going rate; and provides outreach services for community agencies statewide. For more information, call 800.303.3745 or visit www.EducationQuest.org.