Explore your options and meet with representatives from colleges and universities across the nation — all in one night!

Waubonsee’s annual College Night is designed for students and parents who want to get as much information as possible about choosing a college. There will be representatives from more than 100 schools, and informational presentations. See the list of colleges and universities attending College Night (PDF).

Monday, Oct. 6, 2025

6 to 8 p.m.

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Start your College Night evening off right. RSVP for a special College Night Campus Tour of our Sugar Grove facilities. The tour heads out at 5 p.m.
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Academic and Professional Center
Sugar Grove Campus, North Side

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Aurora Downtown Campus

Make the most of College Night

Get a StriveScan barcode to get information from the colleges you speak with. Find questions to ask (PDF) college reps as well as transfer info.

PRE-EVENT BONUS INFO SESSIONS

How will AI affect technology, your future, and your future career?
Academic and Professional Center (APC), Room 120
Sign up to attend a discussion with experts from Waubonsee's Computer Information Systems and Cybersecurity faculty.
5 to 5:45 p.m.
RSVP
Design the Future: Architecture, Engineering, and Computer Aided Design (CAD) at Waubonsee
Weigel Hall, Room 120
Learn about Waubonsee's guaranteed transfer opportunities at University of Illinois, Southern Illinois University Carbondale and University of Central Missouri. Meet faculty and check out our state-of-the-art equipment.
Between 5 and 6 p.m.
RSVP

College Night Presentations

Attend a presentation to learn about financial aid, the college admissions process and more!

Choosing a Major Workshop

APC, Room 120
It can be easier to choose a school once you know what you want to study. Attend this session to get some advice on how to best match your interests and goals with possible majors.
6:15 to 6:45 p.m. OR
7 to 7:30 p.m.

Financial Aid: An Overview

APC, Room 195
This presentation will provide students and parents with an introduction to financial aid opportunities in higher education. Learn about grants, scholarships, loans and the Federal Work-Study program. 
6:15 to 6:45 p.m. OR
7 to 7:30 p.m.

Helpful Advice for Choosing Your College

APC, Room 185
This presentation will outline the process for determining which college is the best fit for you, from evaluating your needs to locating college search resources. 
6:30 to 7 p.m. OR
7:15 to 7:45 p.m. 

Additional Resources

View and Explore our PDF presentations, videos and relevant links on a variety of important topics — Choosing a Major, Maximizing Financial Aid, Choosing a College and How to Make Sure Your Credits Will Transfer — below. 

Choosing a Major

If you’re not yet decided on a college major or career, you are not alone. Plenty of other students are in the same position, but there are steps you can take. Start with these online resources.

Choosing a Major Presentation - College Week (PDF)
Choosing a College

Watch our Choosing a College presentation!

Elección de un instituto de educación superior (PDF)

There are a variety of websites out there that can help you search for colleges by the criteria that is important to you — major, location, size, etc. Here are just a few.

Community College Transfer

Watch our Transfer Plan presentation!

You may know that starting at a community college can save you money, but are you worried about how credits actually transfer? Check out these links and videos, and worry no more. 

Paying for College

It's always nice to look for the lowest tuition rate, but no matter what your rate or where you go, there are often ways to lower your costs. From federal financial aid to state aid to scholarships specific to your school, you have options.

Financial Aid: An Overview Presentation - College Week (PDF)

Questions?

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