Please join us at our upcoming STARS College Network events! We offer a wide variety of virtual sessions and local programs for students and parents, covering everything from starting the college search process to planning financially for a college education.
Virtual Event
STARS Virtual Panel: Decision Day
April 15th 2025, 7:00 pm CST
Seniors, you've received your admission decisions from the schools you applied to, but now what? If you're feeling overwhelmed with all the information you've been receiving, don't worry, STARS representatives from Amherst College, Ohio State University, Georgia Tech, and University of California Berkeley will walk through understanding financial aid packages, key steps in the admitted student process, and how to advocate for yourself to get what you need and feel supported. While this webinar focuses on seniors, it is open to students in any grade!
Host: Amherst College, Berkeley, Georgia Tech, The Ohio State UniversityVirtual Event
STARS@MIT: Applying to College as a Rural/Small-Town Student
April 23rd 2025, 7:00 pm EDT
Learn about navigating the college admissions process and highlighting your unique strengths as a student from a small-town or rural area. There'll also be an opportunity to ask questions and speak with current STARS (Small-Town and Rural Student) Ambassadors at MIT!
Host: Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyVirtual Event
STARS Virtual College Fair
May 6th 2025, 7:00 pm CST
Join all 32 STARS Network partner colleges and universities to discover the exceptional opportunities all of our schools have to offer through a virtual college fair!
Host: Amherst College, Auburn University, Berkeley, Brown University, California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Case Western Reserve University, Colby College, Columbia University in the City of New York, Dartmouth College, Duke, Georgia Tech, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Northwestern University, Notre Dame, SMU, Spelman College, Stanford University, The Ohio State University, The University of Alabama, The University of Chicago, The University of Iowa, University of Arizona, University of Arkansas, University of Denver, University of Maryland, College Park, University of South Carolina, University of Southern California, University of Texas at Austin, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Vanderbilt University, Washington University in St. Louis, Yale UniversityVirtual Event
STARS@MIT: Thriving in College as a Rural/Small-Town College Student
May 14th 2025, 7:00 pm EDT
Join us for an overview of the specific resources at MIT that help with the transition to college and a new urban environment, followed by a panel of current MIT students who grew up in a rural or small town. Hear them talk about navigating MIT's campus, building community, and staying connected to their backgrounds. There will be a Q&A at the end of the session.
Host: Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyVirtual Event
STARS Virtual Panel: College to Career (STEM)
June 3rd 2025, 7:00 pm CST
Every month, STARS College Network member schools host Zoom webinars featuring a variety of perspectives on the academic programs, philosophies, and traditions that make our colleges great places to live and learn.
Join STARS this month to learn more about how STARS member schools support their students as they pursue a wide variety of careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) areas. From astronauts to engineers to zoologists, and everything in between, STARS member schools have programs to set their students up for success in hundreds of different STEM careers. We'll explore the wide variety of resources and opportunities available to you as you think about your future!
Host: California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Columbia University in the City of New York, Case Western Reserve University, Georgia TechSTARS Near You
STARS in Jackson, WY
April 22nd 2025, 6:00 pm MDT
Join the STARS College Network for a special case studies program! You'll get a sneak peek at what real college applications look like, and learn some tips and tricks on how to approach your own college search process. This event is open to students of all ages and their parents.
Host: The University of Chicago, Case Western Reserve UniversitySTARS Near You
STORY in Johnson City, TN
April 27th 2025, 2:00 pm EDT
Join admissions representatives from dozens of colleges and universities to learn about holistic admissions, making a college list, and applying for admission and financial aid. The STORY program will feature a 45-minute general admissions information session followed by an 90-minute college fair featuring 30+ highly selective research universities, flagship public institutions, and liberal arts colleges from around the country.
Host: Auburn University, California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Case Western Reserve University, Georgia Tech, Notre Dame, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Northwestern University, The University of Chicago, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University, Washington University in St. Louis, Yale UniversitySTARS Near You
STORY in Charleston, WV
April 28th 2025, 6:30 pm EDT
Join admissions representatives from dozens of colleges and universities to learn about holistic admissions, making a college list, and applying for admission and financial aid. The STORY program will feature a 45-minute general admissions information session followed by an 90-minute college fair featuring 30+ highly selective research universities, flagship public institutions, and liberal arts colleges from around the country.
Host: Auburn University, California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Case Western Reserve University, Georgia Tech, Notre Dame, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Northwestern University, The University of Chicago, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University, Washington University in St. Louis, Yale UniversitySTARS Near You
STORY in Roanoke, VA
April 29th 2025, 5:30 pm EDT
Join admissions representatives from dozens of colleges and universities to learn about holistic admissions, making a college list, and applying for admission and financial aid. The STORY program will feature a 45-minute general admissions information session followed by an 90-minute college fair featuring 30+ highly selective research universities, flagship public institutions, and liberal arts colleges from around the country.
Host: Auburn University, California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Case Western Reserve University, Georgia Tech, Notre Dame, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Northwestern University, The University of Chicago, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University, Washington University in St. Louis, Yale UniversitySTARS Near You
STARS in Anchorage, AK
April 30th 2025, 7:30 am AKDT
Join an amazing group of ten colleges and universities from the STARS College Network for an evening all about college! We’ll have a 45 minute information session on topics like holistic review, financial aid, and how to set yourself up for success in the college application process. Afterwards, you’ll have time to browse a mini-college fair of participating institutions from across the country!
Host: Yale University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, The University of Chicago, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Notre Dame, Case Western Reserve University, California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Columbia University in the City of New York, Vanderbilt University, Washington University in St. LouisSTARS Near You
STORY in Fayetteville, NC
April 30th 2025, 6:30 pm EDT
Join admissions representatives from dozens of colleges and universities to learn about holistic admissions, making a college list, and applying for admission and financial aid. The STORY program will feature a 45-minute general admissions information session followed by an 90-minute college fair featuring 30+ highly selective research universities, flagship public institutions, and liberal arts colleges from around the country.
Host: Auburn University, California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Case Western Reserve University, Georgia Tech, Notre Dame, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Northwestern University, The University of Chicago, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University, Washington University in St. Louis, Yale UniversitySTARS Near You
STORY in Macon, GA
May 1st 2025, 6:00 pm EDT
Join admissions representatives from dozens of colleges and universities to learn about holistic admissions, making a college list, and applying for admission and financial aid. The STORY program will feature a 45-minute general admissions information session followed by an 90-minute college fair featuring 30+ highly selective research universities, flagship public institutions, and liberal arts colleges from around the country.
Host: Auburn University, California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Case Western Reserve University, Georgia Tech, Notre Dame, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Northwestern University, The University of Chicago, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University, Washington University in St. Louis, Yale University