Annual conference
Training, networking, and fun, all in one
Use the arrows above to view photos. For more, see photos from the 2024 conference.
Join us to learn & connect at the 2025 CollegeSource Annual Conference!
June 16-19, 2025 • San Diego, CA
You’re invited to attend informative sessions and networking activities with fellow users of TES, Transferology, and uAchieve at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina in San Diego, California. In the meantime, view the 2024 event recap.
For pricing and other event details, see below.
Put on your game face with this year’s theme
That’s right. Our upcoming conference will evoke the playful nostalgia of early arcade and video games. Get ready to “Level Up” your user skills and earn a High Score in professional development. By attending, you’ll surely boost your knowledge, learn best practices, and expand your Higher Ed network to the next level. Game on and get registered. 👾🕹️🎮
Conference quick links
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What’s included
Monday, June 16 – Thursday, June 19, at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina, CA
60+ breakout sessions • Interactive panel discussions • Meals and activities • Monday welcome reception • Wednesday evening reception with dinner • Pre-conference & certification opportunities (additional fee)
Conference pricing
General Conference Admission:
Early Bird rate – $899 (through 1/31)
Advanced rate – $999 (2/1 through 4/30)
Regular rate – $1099 (5/1 through 6/12)
Pre-conference add-ons—Learn more:
- TES Administrator Certification (All day/4 hours) – $275
- Transferology Administrator Certification (All day/4 hours) – $275
- *NEW* uAchieve Degree Audit Encoding Primer (All day/6 hours) – $300
- Getting Started with the TES Evaluation Tracker Workflow (Morning Session/2 hours) – $175
- Advanced String Table Rules (Afternoon session/3 hours) – $200
BE AN EARLY BIRD: Register by January 31 to save on conference admission.
MORE WAYS TO SAVE: Presenters and panelists receive additional savings.
Guest add-ons
Guests are welcome to attend the following receptions with paid admission. Simply add them during registration or modify your registration later to add and pay.
Monday Welcome Reception:
Adult guest – $50
Child guest – $25
Wednesday Reception with Dinner:
Adult guest – $75
Child guest – $25
Why attend the CollegeSource Annual Conference?
Networking
Connect with your peers
This gathering is host to Higher Ed professionals like you including advisors, registrars, admissions officers, enrollment management experts, transfer specialists, IT professionals, and more. This is one networking meetup you don’t want to miss.
Training
Learn valuable information
Transfer and degree planning are important, now more than ever. From rigorous training and 1-1 help, to sharing what’s the latest from CollegeSource, we have curated staff-led sessions that will be meaningful and productive for you and your team.
Tips from peers
Get up to date on other schools
Aside from our staff-led sessions, you’ll see what other institutions are up to at our customer presentations. Hear about their challenges and successes, and learn their best tips and tricks to bring back to your campus.
San Diego, California
Enjoy a breath of fresh air
This year’s conference is set in the attendee-favorite Mission Beach and Bay areas, at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina. The venue is a relaxing escape for experiencing the best of San Diego, including marina views, waterfront terraces, and family-friendly accommodations including a lagoon-style pool area with water slides and complimentary water sports on the bay. Nearby are the historic Belmont Park, Mission Beach boardwalk, and many other San Diego attractions.
The peaceful scenery is sure to provide you with a refreshed state of mind to learn and be inspired. You will leave rejuvenated as you head back to campus to share functions, processes, and ideas with your colleagues. Get ready to bring home new student success strategies!
Watch our video to get a peek at a past conference.
Countdown to the 2025 conference
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 Recharge with fun activities
Enjoy plenty to do with our agenda packed with invigorating activities! To get a better idea of the conference, view photos from this year.
Appointments at the Wizard Bar, our expert help desk.
Yoga break to stretch and relax after a day of learning.
Music, food, and games at networking receptions.
The Sourcies
Our annual best practices awards
At the conference, we recognize schools and organizations in our user community doing remarkable things in degree achievement and transfer using CollegeSource solutions. Click below to learn more, view past winners, and submit your nomination.
Blood drive
Start the week by giving blood
We are excited to once again partner with San Diego Blood Bank to host our annual blood drive on Monday, June 16, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in support of those in need. Did you know? Blood donations can help save the life of a premature infant or trauma victim, or vastly improve the health of someone fighting a chronic disease or cancer.
Learn about donation types | View donor requirements
Walk-ins are welcome, but making an appointment (link coming soon!) will help you save time and secure a spot.
An engaging opportunity
“As a first-time attendee, the CollegeSource conference surpassed all of my expectations. Witnessing the innovative ways that other institutions were leveraging CollegeSource products was inspiring and thought-provoking. In addition, the CollegeSource team was beyond helpful in every aspect, even going so far as to facilitate numerous networking opportunities. I will definitely be returning!”
DJ Arndt
Registrar
Iona University
Participate in pre-conference sessions
Attendees can maximize the week from start to finish by joining our pre-conference sessions for an additional fee. These 2-3 hour sessions provide users with in-depth training on TES, Transferology, and uAchieve topics. Plus, we also offer certification opportunity tracks.
What topics do you want to learn about?
If you have a topic you’d like to see on the agenda, this is your chance to ensure the conference is tailor-made for you. We would love your input as we continue to build the upcoming conference program.
Take the stage as a presenter or panelist
The conference is a great opportunity to share your experiences, processes, and success stories with colleagues. We’d love to hear how our technology has been integrated into your campus and how it is positively impacting students at your institution.
Attendees whose presentation proposals are accepted will receive 25% – 50% off conference registration!
