National Association for College Admission Counseling

09/22/2026

Explore college campuses while you're in Minneapolis, MN for NACAC Conference 2026! Connect with admission professionals and get a firsthand look at colleges in the area.

Learn more about each tour and register: nacacconference.org/schedule-and-events/college-tours/

09/22/2026

Meet Anna Takahashi, Director of College Counseling at Eastside College Preparatory School (CA). nacacnet.org/meet-anna-takahashi

"NACAC is family — it’s where I can find community and learn from my extraordinary peers and colleagues. NACAC is my “go-to” resource to stay on top of what’s happening in the world of admissions and higher education," said Takahashi.

09/21/2026

📢 On Sept. 17, NACAC leaders and members took our message straight to Capitol Hill, briefing Congressmembers and staff on how federal policy shapes students' access to postsecondary education. https://ow.ly/n6L250ZPMIg CEO Angel B. Pérez called members "agents of opportunity," helping students understand their options for meaningful postsecondary education and employment, navigate complex systems, and secure opportunities for social and economic mobility.

NACAC members urged Congress to…
- Fully fund the Pell Grant and support federally funded access programs like TRIO and GEAR UP
- Remove the barriers for international students to study in the U.S.
- Invest in school counselors

09/21/2026

Download the NACAC Events App today and make the most of your NACAC Conference experience. The app will be your one-stop shop for education session details, speakers, exhibitors, and more. Visit https://ow.ly/egQL50ZPEYi for details.
Features include:
- The full Conference 2026 schedule that can be filtered by dates, times, content strands, and more.
- A personalized agenda for your on-site experience.
- Networking with fellow conference attendees.
- Your QR code for registration check in and badge pickup.

09/18/2026

We love when our affiliate leaders stop by HQ. Sara Strickland, president and counselor at City Academy in Salt Lake City, recently paid a visit this week. It’s always great to connect in person with the leaders who help strengthen our community and the counseling profession.

09/18/2026

Yesterday, spoke to members of Congress, their staff, and the college admission counseling community on Capitol Hill about how federal policies impact how accessible postsecondary opportunities are to students. They urged Congressmembers to consider how supporting school and college counselors and admission systems directly supports the health of the nation's workforce.

Speakers:
Angel B. Pérez, NACAC CEO and moderator
David Burge, Senior Vice President for Enrollment and Student Achievement, George Mason University (VA)
Rosemary Martín Edwards, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions, University of Maryland
Jennifer Nuechterlein, College & Career Counselor, Hunterdon Central Regional High School (NJ)

09/17/2026

National College Fairs are designed to help students discover their perfect college match. Join us Tuesday, Sept. 22, at the Kentucky International Convention Center. Register now: https://ow.ly/xBJO50ZOSGu

Exhibitor information: https://ow.ly/roqf50ZOSGv

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09/17/2026

The Philanthropic Leadership Award honors an individual, foundation, corporation, or organization whose generosity and philanthropic leadership have significantly advanced NACAC’s mission and expanded educational opportunities for students. The inaugural award winner is David Quinn, educator, entrepreneur, and nonprofit leader whose career has focused on expanding access to education and the arts. Learn more: nacacnet.org/who-we-are/nacac-history/awards/

09/16/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! NACAC celebrates the traditions, invaluable contributions, and rich history of this community.

09/16/2026

Meet Ginger Jessop, Director of College Counseling at Carondelet High School (CA). nacacnet.org/meet-ginger-jessop

What is her favorite part of the job? "The students! Supporting them through the college search and application process is the most fulfilling part of my work," said Jessop.