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: Student Support Systems

September 2nd 2025, 7:00 pm CST

Join staff and faculty from University of Maryland, Dartmouth College, University of South Carolina, and University of Notre Dame to learn more about the wide variety of support systems available to students during their time on our campuses, as well as some strategies for making your transition from high school to college as seamless as possible.

Host:  Dartmouth College, Notre Dame, University of South Carolina, University of Maryland College Park

Virtual Event

STARS Virtual Panel: Mock Application Review & Case Studies

September 16th 2025, 7:00 pm CDT

Join representatives from Yale University, University of Alabama, Stanford University, and Columbia University to get a sneak peek at what your college application will look like and learn some tips and tricks on how to approach your own college application process.

Host:  Columbia University in the City of New York, The University of Alabama, Stanford University, Yale University

Virtual Event

College Board BigFuture Live: College Planning for Rural and Small-Town Students

September 24th 2025, 7:00 pm CDT

Are you ready to take the next step towards your college dreams? Join BigFuture and the STARS College Network for an event tailored specifically for students from rural and small-town communities. We'll cover everything you need to know about college planning, including:

  • How to choose the right college for you

  • Navigating the application process

  • Understanding financial aid and scholarships

  • Tips for thriving in a new environment

Don't miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and start planning your future today!

Host:  Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of Arizona, The University of Texas at Austin

Virtual Event

STARS Virtual College Fair

October 7th 2025, 7:00 pm CDT

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 Iowa, University of Arkansas, University of Denver, University of South Carolina, University of Southern California, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Vanderbilt University, Washington University in St. Louis, Yale University, The University of Chicago, The University of Texas at Austin, University of Maryland College Park, University of Arizona

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STARS in Greenville, MS

August 26th 2025, 6:00 pm CDT

Join 20+ colleges and universities from the STARS College Network for an evening all about college! We’ll have a 45 minute information session on topics including application review, financial aid, and how to prepare for the college application process. Afterwards, you’ll have time to browse a mini-college fair of participating institutions from across the country!

Host:  Amherst College, Auburn University, 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, Notre Dame, The Ohio State University, The University of Alabama, University of Arkansas, SMU, The University of Chicago, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University, Yale University

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STARS in Columbus, MS

August 27th 2025, 5:00 pm CDT

Join 20+ colleges and universities from the STARS College Network for an evening all about college! We’ll have a 45 minute information session on topics including application review, financial aid, and how to prepare for the college application process. Afterwards, you’ll have time to browse a mini-college fair of participating institutions from across the country!

Host:  Amherst College, Auburn University, 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, Notre Dame, The Ohio State University, The University of Alabama, University of Arkansas, SMU, The University of Chicago, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University, Yale University

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STARS in Lake Tahoe

September 25th 2025, 6:30 pm PDT

Join 10+ colleges and universities from the STARS College Network for an evening all about college! We’ll have a 45 minute information session on topics including application review, financial aid, and how to prepare for the college application process. Afterwards, you’ll have time to browse a mini-college fair of participating institutions from across the country!

Host:  Brown University, Berkeley, Case Western Reserve University, Northwestern University, Notre Dame, Stanford University, University of Southern California, The University of Chicago, Vanderbilt University

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STARS in Fargo, ND

September 29th 2025, 6:00 pm CDT

Join 15+ colleges and universities from the STARS College Network for an evening all about college! We’ll have a 45 minute information session on topics including application review, financial aid, and how to prepare for the college application process. Afterwards, you’ll have time to browse a mini-college fair of participating institutions from across the country!

Host:  Amherst College, Brown University, California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Case Western Reserve University, Colby College, Columbia University in the City of New York, Dartmouth College, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University, Northwestern University, The University of Alabama, The University of Chicago, The University of Iowa, University of Maryland College Park, Notre Dame, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University, Washington University in St. Louis, Yale University

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STARS in Sioux Falls, SD

September 30th 2025, 6:00 pm CDT

Join 15+ colleges and universities from the STARS College Network for an evening all about college! We’ll have a 45 minute information session on topics including application review, financial aid, and how to prepare for the college application process. Afterwards, you’ll have time to browse a mini-college fair of participating institutions from across the country!

Host:  Amherst College, Brown University, California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Case Western Reserve University, Colby College, Columbia University in the City of New York, Dartmouth College, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University, Northwestern University, The University of Alabama, The University of Chicago, The University of Iowa, University of Maryland College Park, Notre Dame, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University, Washington University in St. Louis, Yale University

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STARS in Neosho, MO

October 21st 2025, 6:15 pm CDT

Join four universities from the STARS College Network for an evening all about college! We’ll have a 45-minute information session on topics like application review, financial aid, and how to prepare for the college application process. Afterwards, you’ll have time to browse a mini-college fair of participating institutions!

Host:  Columbia University in the City of New York, Northwestern University, University of Arkansas, Washington University in St. Louis

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STARS in Warsaw, MO

October 22nd 2025, 6:15 pm CDT

Join four universities from the STARS College Network for an evening all about college! We’ll have a 45-minute information session on topics like application review, financial aid, and how to prepare for the college application process. Afterwards, you’ll have time to browse a mini-college fair of participating institutions!

Host:  Columbia University in the City of New York, Northwestern University, University of Arkansas, Washington University in St. Louis

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STARS in Savannah, MO

October 23rd 2025, 6:15 pm CDT

Join four universities from the STARS College Network for an evening all about college! We’ll have a 45-minute information session on topics like application review, financial aid, and how to prepare for the college application process. Afterwards, you’ll have time to browse a mini-college fair of participating institutions!

Host:  Columbia University in the City of New York, Northwestern University, University of Arkansas, Washington University in St. Louis

On-Campus Event

STARS Fly-in for Seniors at Case Western Reserve University

September 5th 2025, 11:59 am CDT

This program is an all-expense-paid opportunity for high school seniors to visit Case Western Reserve University for three days and two nights (October 12-14). During the fly-in program, students will learn more about how to navigate the college application process, experience life on a residential college campus, and meet other talented and passionate students from across rural America. This program is free for students, and includes funding for travel, transportation to and from Case Western Reserve's campus, and all meals and activities during the program. Space is limited and the application process is selective. Please complete the application below by September 5, 2025 in order to be considered. Decisions will be released in mid-September.

Host:  Case Western Reserve University