2026 NYSACAC Conference
New York State Association for College Admission Counseling
June 2–5, 2026
- Coming Together Conference: June 2–3
- Annual Conference: June 3–5
Nazareth University is honored and excited to host the 2026 NYSACAC Conference, the premier gathering of college admission and counseling professionals across New York State. This year's theme — "Uniting Education and Action" — reflects the commitment to active, engaged, and experiential teaching and learning experiences at the heart of Nazareth University for 101 years, and is reflected in NYSACAC's ongoing dedication to assisting students in their transition to post-secondary education.
Registration opens in early February.
Looking to present?
Submit your proposal by March 1 for the Coming Together Conference or for the Annual Conference, or both. This is your chance to contribute your insights, helping to shape the future of college admission counseling. Whether you’re a new practitioner or a seasoned veteran, presenting is your opportunity to lead, inspire, and engage your peers.
Exhibit at the conference
Become a sponsor
Your sponsorship supports professional development, access, and pathways for the future of equitable college admissions while elevating your organization’s visibility among 1,000+ higher education and school counseling professionals. Sponsorship opportunities »
Schedule
You’ll have opportunities to attend educational sessions, exhibits, special interest group gatherings, wellness options, NYSACAC college fair, and meals, while having time for socializing and fun. Full details to come.
Accommodations
On campus: Housing will be available on campus in shared double rooms or single rooms with shared bathrooms. Some rooms are air conditioned. If you have any housing questions or requests, contact Amanda Brady, abrady8@naz.edu.
Reserving and paying for campus housing for the conference is an option during your conference registration process. Housing cost varies based on when you register and whether you are a NYSACAC member. (Campus housing for this conference can be as low as $55 per night.)
Nearby: Hotels nearby have blocks of rooms set aside:
- Del Monte ($294/night): Book Del Monte for this conference through May 2
- Hampton Inn ($159/night): Book Hampton for this conference through May 12
- Woodcliff ($139/night): Book Woodcliff for this conference through May 3
- Hilton Garden Inn Pittsford ($169/night): Book Hilton online through May 4 or by calling the hotel directly, 585-248-9000 extension 0; make sure to specify the NYS Association for College Admission Counseling
- Other hotels nearby »
About the area
Nazareth is located in Rochester, NY — the Flower City — known for music and arts, civil rights (home to abolitionist Frederick Douglass and women’s rights activist Susan B. Anthony), golf courses, waterways, outdoor recreation, and more.
- Things to do: Visit Rochester tourism »
- Local Restaurants »
Campus parking map
Printable black-and-white visitor parking map (pdf).
Together We Fly
“Welcoming you and the NYSACAC community to Nazareth is a privilege, and we look forward to sharing our beautiful campus, our people, and our Rochester hospitality. This conference is a special opportunity to collaborate, learn, and reconnect with colleagues from across the state, and we are proud to be the backdrop for those meaningful conversations and connections. We can’t wait to celebrate this incredible community with you at Nazareth in June 2026!”
— Danielle Bucci, Nazareth University Vice President of Strategic Enrollment, Marketing and Communications