Youth from San Diego region invited to Black College Expo February 12

February 9, 2026 (San Diego) - More than 2,500 students are expected to attend the 9th annual Black College Expo on February  12. The expo is organized by the San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) and National College Resources Foundation (NCRF).       

The Black College Expo is a free opportunity for local high school juniors and seniors to meet with historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), earn scholarships, and potentially be accepted on the spot. Representatives from local and state universities, the military, workforce training programs, and community organizations will also be in attendance to speak with students.

WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 12 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

WHERE:  MLK Center at Bayview Baptist Church, 6134 Pastor Timothy J Winter St., San Diego, CA 92114

VISUALS:  Hundreds of students interacting with HBCU and other college representatives

Interview Opportunities

• Dr. Theresa Price, founder, National College Resources Foundation

• Students and parents/guardians

• HBCU and other college representatives

More Information

High school seniors and juniors of all racial and ethnic backgrounds are invited to this free event where they can meet one-on-one with more than 30 historically Black colleges and universities, get scholarships, and even be accepted on the spot (students are advised to bring 10 copies of their transcript with them). Additionally, representatives from local and state universities, the military, workforce training programs, and community organizations will also be in attendance to speak with students. There will be seminars on financial aid, career pathways, college life, and other helpful topics.

Students must register through NCRF’s online registration site to attend the expo.