A statement by the US Diplomatic Mission in Nigeria indicated that prospective undergraduate students interested in studying in the United States will have an opportunity to explore their options at the Annual College and Career Fair organized by the US Consulate General, Lagos.
The Fair, in its 17th year, will be held in Lagos on Monday, September 26, 2016, at Chrisland High School, Ikeja, and on Tuesday, September 27, 2016, at the MUSON Center, Onikan, the statement noted.
It added that representatives of 32 American universities will provide participating students, their parents and guardians, with accurate, comprehensive, and timely information about higher education opportunities in the United States.
The statement quoted the Public Affairs Officer, Darcy Zotter, as saying that, “At its core, the role of the US Mission in Nigeria is to facilitate and build connections between the United States and Nigeria.
“One of the best ways these connections are built and mutual understanding is fostered is through education exchange. For us, that is what this College and Career fair is about.
“We are happy to provide Nigerian students who wish to study in the United States a unique opportunity to learn about the diversity of the programs offered at various US educational institutions,” Zotter added.
The statement added that Zotter will give welcoming remarks while representatives of the 32 American universities will provide participating students, their parents and guardians, with accurate, comprehensive, and timely information about higher education opportunities in the United States.
In addition to student consultations, there will be sessions on scholarship opportunities, the student visa application process, and international financial aid.
It stressed that the College and Career Fair, arranged by the EducationUSA Advising Center at the US Consulate General, Lagos, is open to all persons interested in undergraduate studies in the United States, and encouraged students with WAEC results and a minimum of five credits to attend.
Saying that admission is free, the statement emphasised that over the last decade, the College and Career Fairs have contributed to a large increase in successful, qualified Nigerian applicants to US institutions.
It noted that EducationUSA Advising Centre promotes US education by providing students and parents in Nigeria with accurate information and counsel for study in US universities and colleges.
Some of the services provided include, guidance on the US college application process, standardized testing, student visa requirements, and pre-departure orientation.
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