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ICAN Events

Learn. Explore. Plan for Your Future.

Whether you're a student, parent, school counselor, educator, or community partner, ICAN offers events throughout the year to support every stage of the career, college, and financial aid planning process. From college and career fairs to FAFSA completion events, professional development, and webinars, our events provide practical information, expert guidance, and opportunities to connect with resources that help students succeed.

Browse the calendar below to see upcoming events, or explore featured event categories to find the programs that best meet your needs.

📅 Events Calendar

View all upcoming ICAN events in one place. Search by date, audience, or event type to find opportunities near you or online.

View Events Calendar →


💻 Wednesday Webinars

Join live webinars featuring career planning, college planning, financial aid, advising strategies, and professional development topics. Can't attend live? Many webinars are recorded and available on demand.

View Upcoming Webinars →


🎓 FAFSA Completion Events

Get free assistance completing the FAFSA during events hosted across Iowa. Find an event near you and receive one-on-one support from trained advisors.

Find FAFSA Events →


🎓 College and Career Fairs

Explore opportunities for your post high school life at ICAN's College and Career Fairs.

Golden Circle College Fair (Des Moines) →

Future Ready Career and College Fair (Cedar Rapids) →

Military Career Fairs →


Upcoming Events


You can scroll through our upcoming events or click View Event Calendar below to view in a calendar format.
If you are searching for a specific event or community, click CTRL F (Windows) or COMMAND F (MAC) to open the search bard and type in the city or school that you are looking for.

NOTE: Some exhibits and daytime presentations may not be open to the public and dates and times are subject to change. Please contact ICAN or your school counselor for more information.

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December 2026

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How to Pay for College
December 1, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (US Central)
Location: Saydel High School
Figuring out how to pay for college can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone! This session breaks down the financial aid process, from completing the FAFSA to understanding aid offers and comparing college costs. Learn about scholarships, grants, and other funding options to help you create... Read More
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FAFSA Ready Iowa - FAFSA Completion Event
December 2, 2026, 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM (US Central)
Location: North High School
This event is only open to North High School families. Contact the school counselor to schedule during this event. Receive free assistance with the completion of your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) from a trained professional.  For the most success at this event, it is important to bring... Read More
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Career and College Planning
Virtual Event
December 2, 2026, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM (US Central)
Location: Online
For high school sophomores, juniors and parents With so many post-high school options available, how do you choose the right path? This session guides students and parents through the planning process, helping them explore career pathways, education and training opportunities, and the financial aid process. Learn how to make informed... Read More
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Career and College Planning
December 4, 2026, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (US Central)
Location: Cedar Falls Alternative Program
With so many post-high school options available, how do you choose the right path? This session helps students and parents explore career opportunities, education and training programs, and financial planning—all while considering current employment trends and industry growth. Gain valuable insights to create a solid plan for both college and... Read More
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FAFSA Ready Iowa - FAFSA Completion Event
December 8, 2026, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM (US Central)
Location: Springville Secondary School
This event is only open to Springville High School families. Contact the school counselor to schedule during this event. Receive free assistance with the completion of your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) from a trained professional.  For the most success at this event, it is important to bring... Read More
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Career and College Planning
December 8, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (US Central)
Location: Ankeny Centennial High School
With so many post-high school options available, how do you choose the right path? This session helps students and parents explore career opportunities, education and training programs, and financial planning—all while considering current employment trends and industry growth. Gain valuable insights to create a solid plan for both college and... Read More
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Career and College Planning
December 8, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (US Central)
Location: Ankeny Centennial High School
With so many post-high school options available, how do you choose the right path? This session helps students and parents explore career opportunities, education and training programs, and financial planning—all while considering current employment trends and industry growth. Gain valuable insights to create a solid plan for both college and... Read More
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FAFSA Ready Iowa - FAFSA Completion Event
December 9, 2026
Location: Washington High School
This event is only open to Washington High School families. Contact the school counselor to schedule during this event. Receive free assistance with the completion of your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) from a trained professional.  For the most success at this event, it is important to bring... Read More
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FAFSA Ready Iowa - FAFSA Completion Event
Virtual Event
December 9, 2026, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM (US Central)
Location: Online
For high school seniors and parents Join ICAN for this interactive session. ICAN advisors will walk through how to complete the FAFSA form step-by-step, and answer questions along the way. From student dependency status to which parent is reported on the FAFSA, we'll cover all the tricky questions about income... Read More
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Career and College Planning
December 10, 2026, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (US Central)
Location: Dallas Center-Grimes High School
With so many post-high school options available, how do you choose the right path? This session helps students and parents explore career opportunities, education and training programs, and financial planning—all while considering current employment trends and industry growth. Gain valuable insights to create a solid plan for both college and... Read More
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How to Pay for College
December 10, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (US Central)
Location: Dallas Center-Grimes High School
Figuring out how to pay for college can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone! This session breaks down the financial aid process, from completing the FAFSA to understanding aid offers and comparing college costs. Learn about scholarships, grants, and other funding options to help you create... Read More
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Virtual Event
December 16, 2026, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM (US Central)
Location: Online
For 8th grade students and parents Starting high school is one of the biggest transitions students experience during their school years. New expectations, greater independence, different schedules, and increased responsibilities can make high school exciting—but also a little intimidating. This interactive session helps students understand what to expect when they... Read More
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