2025 NAFSA Region IV Conference

Join us for the 2025 conference in Saint Charles, Missouri.

 Conference Dates

October 27 - 30, 2025

 Conference Location

Embassy Suites by Hilton St. Louis-St. Charles

Two Convention Center Blvd St Charles , MO 63303

The 2025 Region IV Conference will take place in St. Charles, Missouri. Learn, network, and engage with IE professionals dedicated to advancing the field of international education at the Region IV Conference! Build lasting partnerships with peers and institutions from across the region and around the world. 

For technical support, please reach out to NAFSA's Regional Affairs Team. Technical support is provided 9am-5pm EST. 

Important Dates

  • April 22 at 9:00am EST - Call For Proposals Open
  • June 19 at 11:59pm EST - Call For Proposals Close
  • July 22 at 9:00am EST - Registration Opens
  • September 21 at 11:50pm CDT - Travel Grant Application Deadline
  • September 26 at 11:59pm PDT - Early Bird Registration Closes
  • September 28 at 11:59pm CDT - Awards Nomination Deadline
  • October 6 at 11:59pm PDT - Discounted hotel block closes
  • October 27 at 9:00am PST - Preconference Workshops Begin
  • October 28 - Full Conference Begins
  • October 30 - Full Conference Ends

Hotel Information

All attendees are encouraged to make plans to stay at the conference hotel. Use the reservation booking link or call the hotel as instructed below to receive a special discounted rate on your room nights. Booking this way will help the Region meet its financial commitments to the hotel, plus it has the convenience of only being an elevator ride away from the sessions!

Embassy Suites by Hilton St. Louis St. Charles
Two Convention Center Plaza,
Saint Charles, MO 63303 USA

Discounted Room Rate: starts at $174/night, rate available until October 6, 2025.

To Book a Room: Use this link

Please be aware that there have been reports of scams in which individuals or organizations falsely claim to be affiliated with the hotel or NAFSA staff. See HERE for more information regarding potential scams.

Awards

NAFSA Region IV is seeking nominations for our 2025 Regional Awards that will be presented during this year’s Region IV Conference.

There are so many amazing people in international education in Region IV!  We encourage you to take the time to recognize someone special in your sphere!  This is a way that you can have a positive and lasting impact on someone’s life as they are recognized for their achievements in the field of International Education!  PleaseNominate! Nominate! Nominate!

To learn more about the awards, please visit:
Region IV Awards

Already know who you want to nominate? Go straight to the nomination form here:
Nomination Form

Deadline to nominate for 2025

The deadline to submit a nomination for Fall 2025 is Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 23:59 PM CDT (UTC-5).

Travel Grants

2025 NAFSA Region IV Conference Grants

Supporting International Educators

NAFSA Region IV is offering Conference Grants to provide financial support to international educators within Region IV who demonstrate need.

These grants will cover the full registration fee for the NAFSA Region IV Regional Conference in Saint Charles, Missouri, October 27 - October 30, 2025.

Grant Details

Five conference grants will be awarded (one for each state in Region IV).

The grants will cover the full conference registration cost but do not include special events, workshops, or travel expenses.

Grantees must register for the conference before the Early Bird Deadline on Friday, September 26, 2025, to be eligible. Upon selection, a refund for the registration fee will be issued.

Eligibility

You must be a paid NAFSA member to qualify for the grant.

Applicants will only be considered for the grant if the applicant is registered to attend the conference at the time of application.

Expectations of Grantees

Grantees are expected to attend all conference-related events covered by the grant.

Grantees will also be required to complete volunteer hours during the conference.

Further details will be provided upon selection.

Travel Grant Application

Submission Deadline

Sunday, September 21, 2025, at 23:59 PM CDT (UTC-5)

For any questions regarding the application process or grants, please contact [email protected].

Exhibitor and Sponsor Information

Expo Portal

Thank you for supporting NAFSA Region IV! We look forward to welcoming you to St Charles, MO.

Booth Details & Schedule

Please find the following schedule for all exhibitors:

Booth Setup

Monday, October 27, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM (CT)

Tuesday, October 28, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CT)

Booth BreakdownThursday, October 30, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (CT)
Booth Price$600

Exhibitor Hours:

DateTime
Tuesday, October 2812:00 PM - 3:30 PM (CT)
Wednesday, October 298:00 AM - 3:00 PM (CT)
Thursday, October 308:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CT)

Exhibitor booth includes:

  • One (1) individual full-conference registration.
  • One (1) 6’ x 3' table with two chairs.
  • Visibility in the online conference program guide.

Shipments

Exhibitors may mail their boxes no more than one month before the start of the conference. More information to come.

Conference Registration Pricing
Travel Information
Request a Letter of Invitation - International Travelers

The Region IV Conference schedule will be available in the Online Planner.

Preconference Workshops
Full Conference Schedule
Special Events
Code of Conduct
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Health and Safety
NAFSA Privacy Policy
Reasonable Accommodation Policy