Omaha "College Affaire" May 7 at Burke High School
Will feature over 70 colleges

(Lincoln, Nebraska, April 24, 2009) – High school students – especially juniors and sophomores – are encouraged to begin their college search efforts by attending the Omaha College Affaire Thursday, May 7 from 6-8 p.m. at Burke High School, 12200 Burke Blvd. in Omaha. The College Affaire is free and open to the public.

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.

EducationQuest and GPACAC are also sponsoring the Lincoln College Affaire Wednesday, May 6 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Pius X High School, 6000 A Street in Lincoln.

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 (a list is available in the College Affaire article at EducationQuest.org). 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 Omaha College Affaire, contact Joan Jurek, Director of College Planning for the EducationQuest Omaha Office, at 888-357-6300, ext. 23.

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 EducationQuest.org.