What is a Virtual Study Fair and Why Attend One?

What is a virtual study fair?

Virtual study abroad fairs/events, like the Global Study Fair and Global Connect, are online events where you can meet universities, colleges, and other institutions without leaving your home. This makes it easier for international students to connect with institutions they might never visit in person.

Why attend a virtual study fair?

Virtual events give you everything you need to evaluate destinations, universities, and programs — all for free, remotely, and within a day!

These events typically include live Q&A sessions with faculty and students, video presentations about programs, and 1-on-1 chats with university representatives. Here are the main benefits:

⭐ Global access, no travel required

If you have an internet connection, you can join from anywhere—desktop, laptop, or phone. This makes it easier (and cheaper) for students to explore universities worldwide, especially when visiting campuses in person isn't feasible. Many fairs even offer virtual campus tours to help you picture student life.

⭐ Direct connections and networking

Meet professors, admissions teams, career advisors, alumni, and even fellow prospective students. These conversations give you insights into programs, careers, and what studying there is like.

⭐ Everything in one place

Many fairs feature dozens or even hundreds of institutions on a single platform. Instead of researching schools individually, you can explore multiple options in a single day, compare programs side-by-side, and ask specific questions live.

⭐ Opportunities for every level

Find information about Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD programs, and representatives will be available to answer detailed questions about research opportunities, funding, and applications.