The Cleveland Council of Black Colleges Alumni Association is responsible for organizing this exceptional group made up of graduates and supporters of accredited HBCUs in the Greater Cleveland area. This event attracts admissions offices, major sponsors, and national recognition, making it a comprehensive and renowned experience on multiple levels.

At the fair, high school seniors and college transfer students will have the opportunity to complete the Common Black College Application, allowing them to apply to more than 60 HBCUs with just one submission. They may also receive immediate acceptance and scholarship offers. Furthermore, attendees will have the chance to interact with vendors and take part in workshops that cover a wide range of topics.

• Career & College Readiness: organizations that offer scholarship opportunities and employment, internships, training, and development.
  
• Youth Programming: athletic programs, recreational groups and programs, and other agencies that provide educational services, after-school programming, mentoring, social/emotional learning, and development.
  
• Health and Wellness: for health and wellness groups that aim to promote a better lifestyle. Such groups can focus on active lifestyles, clean eating, available programs, and much more.
  
• Community Service: offer community service opportunities.
  
• Social Service: providing services and programs to support the total well-being of the family.

Registration:

• The event is FREE for all students, parents, educators, community to attend
• Student/Parent Online Pre-Registration will close at 5:00pm - 11/17/2023
• Student/Parent Online Late Registration will begin at 6:00am the day of the event.
• Individual registration is required for all attendees. It's imperative that teachers/advisors ensure the fidelity of each student registration. Group registration is not an option.
• 12th Graders, High School Grads and Potential College Student Transfers - avoid the rush and complete the Common Black College Application NOW! Be sure to read the authorization message during the registration to access the this application and receive a PROMO CODE for payment processing.​

High School-Community Invitation Letter

Common Black College Application:
Thanks to the generous support of our Program Partners, we are offering every 12th grade student and recent high school graduate that registers for the Destination HBCU College Fair, the opportunity to complete the Common HBCU application for admission at no cost. The Council is proud to continue this collaboration to provide opportunities for students throughout the greater Cleveland area. Students will be able to apply to over 50 select Historically Black Colleges & Universities absolutely “FREE.” That’s an initial savings of $20.00, with an overall saving of more than $1000.00, if the student were to apply to each school individually.
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Criteria for Application Waiver:

• High School Senior or College Transfer Students MUST REGISTER ONLINE and attend the 21st Annual Destination HBCU College Fair.
• The qualified applicant will need to COMPLETE the COMMON BLACK COLLEGE APPLICATION and include the appropriate High School CEEB Code and school counselor email.
• At some point during the fair registration process, student will receive a PROMO CODE for payment to the Common Black College Application.
• NON-QUALIFIED college fair registrants may be subject to having the promo offer rescinded and application revoked.

Recommended Lodging:
For your comfort, we recommend this preferred establishment for your overnight accommodations:
Preferred Hotel: Cleveland Marriott East, 26300 Harvard Rd, Warrensville Heights, OH 44122

Rate: $129.00 USD/Night (King or Queen Standard)
Available Dates: November 16 – 19, 2023 (Call hotel directly to negotiate other dates)
 
Reservations will need to be confirmed by October 27, 2023
To Make Reservation: Call (216) 378-9191 and request the “DESTINATION HBCU COLLEGE FAIR” group rate or BOOK ONLINE.

Create a Counselor Account:

• Access Student Barcodes
• Create a Student Attendance Report to show how many students registered for and attended the event.
• Pulldown a College Interest Report to identify how many students were scanned by a particular college
• Click on an event name to view the students that attended.
• Events can be filtered by search, event name, start date, location, or Event ID.
• Student reports are sorted by event date and student graduation year.

Participant Online Pre-Registration

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Registration is required for all attendees.
​Duplicate names and/or emails may be subject to being deleted from the registration process.
​It is imperative that parents, teachers, advisors and/or group leaders ensure the fidelity and integrity of each student registration.
​DO NOT TAINT THE PROCESS FOR A MATTER OF CONVENIENCE.​

Click Here!

Educators and Families - Though we value your efforts of wanting to complete the registration process for a scholar, we emphasize the vital need for adults to instill this crucial set of skills in your student(s): the art of navigating online college and career applications. Unfortunately, this essential skill is not consistently incorporated into middle school or high school curricula. However, its impact is undeniable for those fortunate enough to receive such instruction. Whether guiding teenagers, first-time applicants, or newly arrived immigrants, it is imperative for teachers and parents to actively lead their students through the intricacies of online application processes, equipping them with the indispensable tools for success in the pivotal realms of higher education or career pursuits.

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Here are a few keys steps in the registration process:

Register for College Fairs & High School Visits:

• Click the register button on the opened website.

Update Your Existing Registration:

• If you already registered, but wish to modify your registration, select 'Modify Existing Registration' button.

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Choose Your Registration Type:

• Student - Any middle, high school, college transfer
• Family Member - Any parent, alumni, community patron
• School Counselor - Any authorized educator that may need access to student registration

Fill out the required information and click 'Continue.'

Select Our Fair:
Use the dropdown and/or search bar for the Destination HBCU College Fair and proceed with the registration process.

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Wait, "My School Is Not Listed."

What Do I Now?

Middle School or Charter/Private Schools -

Choose the option "My School Is Not Listed" during the registration process. This will allow the student to proceed with registration despite the absence of a CEEB code. for the middle school.

The Fine Print

Confirmation:
Upon completing the registration form, you'll receive a unique barcode on the confirmation page and a follow-up email. Be sure to save this barcode, either digitally or in printed form. You will need this barcode to check-in, engage with the various institutions and network with exhibitors during the event. With your registered email, you can return to your account, select 'Modify Existing Registration' and reprint or screenshot your barcode.