Upcoming Events
Break into College Conference
April 17 @ 8:00 am - April 19 @ 5:00 pm
Free
NOTE: This is NOT a Cola City event. Please contact the host for more information and registration: Click HERE
Barrier Breakers, a national education nonprofit, is hosting our annual Break Into College Conference, a free, fully virtual event designed to help high school students and families navigate the college admissions process with clarity and confidence.
April 17–19, 2026
Fully Virtual & Free
Open to students nationwide
Accessible in English & Spanish
All sessions recordedStudents will hear directly from:
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Admissions deans and college representatives
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Financial aid experts
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Scholarship leaders
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Test prep professionals
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Essay specialists
Featured speakers include:
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Julissa Arce, producer, activist, and bestselling author
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Ethan Sawyer, The College Essay Guy
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Jed Applerouth, President of Applerouth Tutoring
Plus 30+ additional expert speakers and panels.
Students who register will also be eligible for scholarship giveaways, free test prep opportunities, book bundles, and additional resources announced throughout the conference.
We would be grateful if you would share this opportunity with your students and families.
Register here: https://barrier-breakers.org/Add your events to the calendar.
Contact: [email protected]