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Join the future of student success.
The TPE Graduate Schools Fair is a convenient, engaging, and interactive opportunity for you to network with College Student Personnel (CSP) graduate school program admissions representatives. There will also be an opportunity for one-on-one chats as well as the opportunity to access program-specific information, connect with faculty, staff, and students who can provide insights into the academic programs and campus life, and network with alumni currently in the field.
Did You Know?
Student Affairs / Higher Education / Leadership / Policy programs are designed to produce practitioner-scholars committed to fostering inclusive, supportive, and transformative learning environments that prepare the next generation of leaders in student affairs, higher education, and education-related non-profits and professional associations.
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Faculty Panel
Our distinguished panel of faculty members will share their expertise, experiences, and valuable insights into the dynamic field of student affairs and higher education. This is an exceptional opportunity to engage with leading experts, gain unique perspectives, and ask questions about the academic programs and career paths in this exciting field.
Breakout Sessions & Networking
Connect with current students to learn about their experiences, challenges, and successes, gaining a firsthand perspective on student life within our graduate programs.
Breakout sessions will also cover important topics such as working while in school, navigating theses and projects, dissertations and capstones, and strategies for incorporating your degree into your career plan.
Additionally, receive expert advice and guidance on admissions, the international student experience, financial assistance, scholarships, and other resources available to support your academic journey and help you make informed decisions.
Future of the Profession Conversation
The Future of the Profession panel conversation, featuring senior Student Affairs leaders and career counselors, will provide an in-depth look at the realities of career opportunities in the field. Participants will explore how graduate degrees contribute not only to professional practice but also to scholarship and the broader academy, offering valuable insights for those considering or advancing their careers in higher education.
Speakers
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Agenda
October 16, 2025 11:00 am
to12:00 pm
Platform Opens!
October 16, 2025 12:00 pm
to12:30 pm
Welcome
October 16, 2025 12:45 pm
to01:35 pm
Master’s Degree - Faculty Conversation
Booths Open (Doctoral Programs)
October 16, 2025 01:45 pm
to02:35 pm
Doctoral Degree - Faculty Conversation
Booths Open (Master’s Programs)
October 16, 2025 02:45 pm
to03:35 pm
Future of the Profession Conversation
Booths Closed
October 16, 2025 03:00 pm
to04:00 pm
Roundtable Block I & II
- Working while in school
- Theses and Projects
- Dissertations and Capstones
- Incorporating your degree into your career plan
- Admissions
- International Student Experience
October 16, 2025 04:00 pm
to05:00 pm
Program Booths Open
- Program Booths with Admissions Representatives
- Alumni Booths with Current Practitioners
Frequently Asked questions
- Once a year, in the Fall, TPE, in partnership with NASPA Faculty Council, sponsors the Virtual Graduate Program Fair. This year’s fair will be Thursday, October 16, from noon - 4pm ET..
- The fair is open to all current undergraduate students and working professionals.
- This is an opportunity to learn about the Student Affairs / Higher Education / Leadership / Policy programs graduate programs offered across the country and gain an early start on the application process. If you are thinking about graduate school, attend the event and explore what options are available to you.
- At the event you can: explore the possibilities of graduate education in our field, learn about the requirements for admissions, get detailed information about various schools and their programs, hear from current students, and network with professionals in your future field.
- Register and create your profile. Upload your resume, photo, and statement of interest to tell program representatives what you are interested in and what you are looking for in a degree program.
- Research the various Student Affairs / Higher Education / Leadership / Policy graduate programs, read their program descriptions, and visit their websites.
- Prepare questions for schools of interest based on your research.
- Prepare your “elevator pitch” to highlight the skills and knowledge you are building in addition to your own areas of interest.
- Be prepared to answer questions program representatives might ask you.
- Mark your calendar for Tuesday, October 1, 7:00 pm ET to attend the orientation session. We will walk you through how to navigate the platform and participate in the schedule of events.
- First, attend the welcome session. We’ll walk you through how to navigate the platform for the day.
- Visit the various schools’ booths and review their program information and admissions criteria, meet with the representatives, and ask questions.
- Search the available internship and assistantship opportunities being offered that can help cover the costs of attending school.
- Attend the roundtable discussions to learn more about life as a graduate student, how to assess programs, and how to afford the degree.
- Stop by the alumni booths to network with current professionals and learn how they are benefiting from their graduate degree and educational experience.
- What do you think is unique about your program?
- Are students admitted in both fall and spring semesters?
- Is it possible to work full-time and complete the degree as a part-time student?
- What is the total cost of attendance (tuition, student fees, housing)?
- What types of financial aid are available (fellowships, assistantships, scholarships, and loans)?
- What is the location surrounding the school like (mountains, ocean, rural, or city)?
- What is the job placement rate after graduation? What resources are available to help students find positions after graduation?
- What are the admission requirements (deadline, GPA, undergraduate coursework, entrance exams, experience, and interview)?
- What steps can I take to ensure my application is as competitive as possible?
- Would it be possible for me to arrange a campus visit in which I could meet with admissions representatives, current students, and faculty?
- May I contact you if I have additional questions?
- Yes! Here are a few: Peterson’s Grad School Search Tool | How to Evaluate and Compare Schools’ Graduate Programs | How to Find the Right Graduate School | What to Look for in a Graduate Program | How to Choose a Graduate Program | How to Get Into Grad School: 29 Tips for Applying
- Please note TPE does not endorse any of the resources or receive benefit from sharing them with you.
ABOUT THE PLACEMENT EXCHANGE
The Placement Exchange exists to connect empowered employers and those wanting to make a long-term, meaningful impact with their careers. Our commitment to being the career hub for student affairs is driven by our desire to ensure that student affairs continues to be a sustainable career for years to come. Through the strength of our relationship with NASPA and ACUHO-I, TPE has been able to host thousands of placement interviews, facilitate hundreds of learning opportunities, and pair hundreds of employers with their next great hire, one position at a time.