What to expect at the Harper College transfer fair?

I'm planning to attend the transfer fair at Harper College. What should I expect at the event? Are there particular universities that usually show up? Any advice on how to make the most out of it?

Transfer fairs are essentially informational events that allow current students of a particular institution (Harper College, in your case) to connect with representatives from four-year colleges or universities to understand the transfer process. Here's what you can typically expect:

1. Exhibitor Booths: There will be a number of booths set up by representatives from different universities. These will normally include local and regional institutions, but can also include national or even international institutions. As for which specific universities will be there, you can usually find this information on the Harper College's transfer fair webpage a few weeks prior to the event.

2. Information Distribution: At each booth, representatives will provide brochures, pamphlets, and other materials detailing their institution's programs, admission requirements, application procedures, deadlines, scholarships, among other topics.

3. Face-to-face Interaction: This event provides the opportunity for one-on-one time with admissions reps. You can ask specific questions about the institution, its transfer process, academic programs, and more.

To make the most out of it, consider doing the following:

Research: Prioritize which representatives you want to speak with. You might not be able to spend quality time with all of them, so research beforehand which schools you are most interested in transferring to.

Prepare Questions: Come with a list of specific questions you want to ask. These can be related to academic programs, student life, admission requirements, financial aid, deadlines, etc.

Dress Professionally: First impressions count. Dressing professionally shows that you're serious about your academic future.

Bring Supporting Materials: This isn't always necessary, but if you have a resume or a list of coursework/grades, it can help the representatives provide more accurate information.

Follow-up: If you had a particularly good conversation with a representative, ask for their contact information. Sending a follow-up email that thanks them for their time and asks any follow-up questions you might have is a great way to stand out.

Remember, the goal here is not just to gather information, but to make meaningful connections that could help you in the transfer process. With a bit of preparation, you can definitely ensure this event becomes a fruitful experience for you.