National Events
College Board offers a wide variety of events throughout the year that bring education professionals from across the nation together in an environment of learning and problem-solving.
College Board Forum
The College Board Forum is the preeminent annual gathering of K–12, higher education, and college access professionals from all areas of expertise—covering best practices and fresh ideas, new education policies and legislation, and the latest thinking on college readiness, access, affordability, and student success.
October 21–23, 2024
Join us at the JW Marriott in Austin, TX.
Colloquium 2025
Colloquium is the pinnacle event in higher education, providing a platform for insightful discussion and spirited dialogue. Our unique format fosters dynamic conversations that delve into the most pressing issues facing colleges and universities today.
January 12–14, 2025
Join us at the Coronado Island Marriott in Coronado, CA.
The Future of African American Education
A Dream Deferred™
The A Dream Deferred conference, held in conjunction with the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Conference, convenes attendees to discuss new solutions, share best practices, and collaborate with colleagues to make a difference for African American students.
March 5–7, 2025
Join us at the Westin Bonaventure in Los Angeles, CA.
Historically Black Colleges and Universities Conference
The Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Conference is a three-day professional development event specifically designed for HBCU professionals and advocates. Join us to discuss new solutions, share best practices, and collaborate with colleagues to increase efficiencies in managing your enrollment and improving student outcomes. See what groundbreaking things happen when education professionals work to increase access and opportunity for African American students.
March 5–7, 2025
Join us at the Westin Bonaventure in Los Angeles, CA.
Educating Latinos for the Future of America
Prepárate™
The Prepárate™ conference convenes attendees to discuss strategies to increase the preparation, access, and college completion of the fastest-growing student population in our public schools, the Latin American population.
April 9–11, 2025
Join us at the Gaylord Rockies in Denver, CO.
Native American Student Advocacy Institute (NASAI)
The Native American Student Advocacy Institute (NASAI) conference has assembled a dedicated community of educators and tribal education leaders to address the educational challenges facing Native students. NASAI seeks to galvanize and build national networks to enhance the academic performance of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students and to close the educational opportunity gap.
June 4−6, 2025
Join us at the Westin Seattle in Seattle, WA.
ACCUPLACER Conference
The ACCUPLACER conference brings together professionals from educational institutions and organizations around the world, fostering collaboration, innovation, and the exchange of best practices in assessment and placement strategies. The conference focuses on empowering educators to enhance student success, refine assessment methodologies, and shape the future of academic readiness.
June 11−13, 2025
Join us at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Austin, TX.
Built for Financial Aid by Financial Aid
PowerFAIDS™ User Conference
The PowerFAIDS User Conference is a two-day event that gathers hundreds of financial aid professionals from various backgrounds in the higher education community. The annual conference gives attendees the opportunity to learn new skills, connect with other PowerFAIDS users, and hear from College Board experts on hot topics in financial aid.
June 22–23, 2025
Join us at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Anaheim, CA.
Advanced Placement Annual Conference
The AP Annual Conference is the largest professional development gathering of the Advanced Placement Program® (AP) and Pre-AP® communities—focused on proven methods for increasing equity and access to the AP Program.
July 16–19, 2025
Join us at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center and Omni Boston at the Seaport in Boston, MA.
