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Ohio Department of Higher Education

Date: July 24 - Aug 04, 2024
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Join the Ohio Department of Higher Education for fun and activities during the Ohio State Fair! Starting at 10 a.m. each day, you can begin planning your future by learning about Ohio's campuses and different programs, including College Credit Plus, where students in grades 7-12 can earn college credit while still in school. Families can learn about college finances with Ohio's College Advantage 529 Plan and the many scholarships and grants available to them, such as Choose Ohio First, a scholarship program for students interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) and STEM education fields. Students already enrolled in a post-secondary institution can learn about resources available through the Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathways, which show a designated track from an associate's degree to a bachelor's degree. For those with military experience or plans to enter the military, learn about military-connected resources such as how to earn college credit for military training. There will also be information about the Aspire program, which provides adult learning opportunities throughout the state, including free English programs for Speakers of Other Languages. For adult learners over 60 continuing their education, learn about efforts to provide an enhanced continued education experience for older learners. To explore the technologies that enable Ohioans in academia and industry, come learn about fiber-optic network OARnet, access the world's accumulated knowledge with OhioLINK, repair complex computers with the Ohio Supercomputer center and foster a student's interest in all of the above with the Ohio Supercomputer Center Summer Camps. Additionally, meet with Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities and various Ohio colleges and Universities to learn more about the College2Careers program. During RecoveryOhio Mental Health Day, learn more about the resources available for educational and career pathways in behavioral health. Learn about how workforce development programs support training and education to promote Ohio's economy. There are also many giveaways and photo opportunities! Be sure to check the schedule to see what information is being provided each day.
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July 24, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
College Credit Plus, Choose Ohio First Scholarship & Transfer Pathways
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July 24, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
College Credit Plus is partnering with the Choose Ohio First Scholarship and the Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathways to show how these programs can build a pathway to post-secondary education. Play games and enter giveaways that represent this connection!
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July 25, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities with Ohio Colleges and Universities
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July 25, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Wright State University, Central State University and The Ohio State University provide information about the College2Careers Programs. Activities and giveaways are shared with attendees of all ages!
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July 26, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services with Ohio Colleges and Universities
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July 26, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn more about the resources available for career pathways in behavioral health with the University of Akron, Miami University and Shawnee State University. Stop by for resources about RecoveryOhio Mental Health Day, activities and giveaways.
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July 27, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Aspire Programs for Integrated Education and Training in Healthcare
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July 27, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Ohio's Aspire programs provide free services for individuals who need assistance acquiring the skills to be successful in post-secondary education, training and employment. Local programs offer flexible classes to meet diverse needs.
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July 28, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Military-Connected Resources
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July 28, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Ohio's public institutions of higher education are committed to the awarding of college credit for military training and experience. Military Transfer Assurance Guides provide a guarantee that certain military training will be awarded college credit.
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July 29, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
College Credit Plus: Opportunities for Families
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July 29, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Come learn about College Credit Plus, Ohio’s dual enrollment program. The program provides students in grades 7-12 the opportunity to earn college and high school credits simultaneously at limited or no cost to students.
CollegeAdvantage 529 Plan: Begin Saving for Whatever Comes After High School, Wherever
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July 29, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
CollegeAdvantage, Ohio's 529 Plan, has been helping Ohio families save for education and career training after high school since 1989. Ohio’s 529 Plan is a tax-advantaged savings plan which can be used nationwide for post-secondary education.
Ohio Supercomputer Center's Summer Camp Programs
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July 29, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Ohio Supercomputer Center offers two summer camps for Ohio's future STEM leaders. Through these residential programs, students experience first-hand the dynamic fields of high performance computing and STEM while living at The Ohio State University.
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July 30, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
College Advantage 529 Plan: Grandparents - Provide Educational Opportunities to your Grandchildren
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July 30, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
CollegeAdvantage, Ohio's 529 Plan, has been helping Ohio families save for education and career training after high school since 1989. Ohio’s 529 Plan is a tax-advantaged savings plan which can be used nationwide for post-secondary education.
Lifelong Learning Institutes at Ohio Colleges and Universities
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July 30, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Ashland University, Ohio Wesleyan University, Ohio University and the University of Dayton offer learners over 60 the opportunity to attend classes at no cost. Come learn about the many organizations that support efforts to provide a continued education.
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July 31, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Aspire Programs: Free English for Speakers of Other Languages
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July 31, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Ohio's Aspire programs provide free services for English Speakers of Other Languages who need assistance acquiring the skills to be successful in post-secondary education, training and employment. Programs offer flexible classes to meet diverse needs.
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Aug 01, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Ohio Technology Consortium
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Aug 01, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn how the entire Buckeye State is connected through fiber-optic networking with OARnet, access the world's accumulated knowledge with OhioLINK and repair incredibly complex computers with the Ohio Supercomputer Center.
Transfer Credit Guarantees for College Students
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Aug 01, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn more about transfer credit guarantees in Ohio for students who have attended community colleges, technical centers and high school career centers or have workforce training. Stop by to better understand the options available to save time and money!
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Aug 02, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Scholarships & Grants Information
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Aug 02, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us to learn about different types of financial aid and ways to pay for college including grants, work-study, student loans and scholarships. Financial aid can help pay for school to be able to earn a desired degree or credential.
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Aug 03, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Workforce Development Programs
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Aug 03, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Workforce Alignment programs and initiatives support education and training to strengthen and grow Ohio’s economy. Join us for interactive activities to learn more about in-demand careers and valuable educational pathways.
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Aug 04, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Scholarships & Grants Information
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Aug 04, 2024 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us to learn about different types of financial aid and ways to pay for college including grants, work-study, student loans and scholarships. Financial aid can help pay for school to be able to earn a desired degree or credential.
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