CLERMONT, FL. — The East Ridge High School (ERHS) DECA Chapter invites high school students and parents from Lake and adjoining counties to its College and Career Fair on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the East Ridge High School Cafeteria at 13322 Excalibur Road, Clermont, FL 34711..
Free and open to all students and families throughout Lake, Orange, Polk and Osceola counties, the event offers direct access to representatives from a diverse range of over 60 in-state and out-of-state colleges and universities. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore higher education pathways, learn about admissions requirements, evaluate academic programs, and discover which institutions best align with their career goals.
A wide selection of institutions will be represented, including the University of Central Florida (UCF), Florida State University (FSU), University of Florida (UF), University of South Florida (FSU), Florida Polytech, and Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, among others.
"Our goal is to create an engaging, well-organized event that empowers local students to take control of their future," said the ERHS DECA event organizers. "By bringing university representatives directly to our community, we hope to exceed past attendance records and provide every family with the guidance they need to navigate the college preparation process."
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About Florida DECA: Florida DECA is a chartered association of DECA Inc., a co-curricular educational organization that has prepared emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for 69 years. Serving 197 chapters and over 18,000 high school members across the state, Florida DECA equips students with real-world skills in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management.
