Youth Career & College Readiness Seminar
Students in grades 9–12 and their parents meet admissions officers, young professionals and scholarship advisors for an afternoon of practical guidance.
- Date
- Saturday, November 21, 2026
- Time
- 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM CST
- Venue
- Harper College, Building J Auditorium1200 W Algonquin Rd, Palatine, IL 60067
- Tickets
- Free180 of 180 spots left
About this event
Choosing a college and a career path is one of the biggest decisions a young person makes. This seminar gives Bangladeshi-American students and their families honest, practical advice from people who have been through it recently.
Program
- 1:00 PM – Welcome and keynote: "From Chicagoland to the career you want"
- 1:45 PM – Admissions panel with officers from Illinois public and private universities
- 2:45 PM – Breakout sessions (pick one):
- STEM and pre-med pathways
- Business, law and public service
- Arts, design and media
- Trades, apprenticeships and community college transfer
- 3:45 PM – Financial aid and scholarships: FAFSA, CSS Profile and local awards
- 4:30 PM – One-on-one résumé and essay reviews with mentors
For parents
A parallel session in Bangla covers the U.S. admissions timeline, how to support your student without adding pressure, and how to plan for tuition costs.
BAC Scholarship
Details of the 2027 BAC Scholarship, including eligibility, essay prompts and deadlines, will be announced at the seminar.
Harper College, Building J Auditorium
1200 W Algonquin Rd, Palatine, IL 60067
Volunteer at this event
Volunteers make every BAC event possible. Apply below and our team will confirm your role and tasks by email. Volunteers who take part receive a participation certificate.
Career mentor
Young professionals to review résumés and answer questions.
10 spot(s) open
Event host & check-in
Welcome families and guide them to breakout rooms.
4 spot(s) open
Tickets
Free