College Visit Information

Tips for the Campus Visit
• Plan ahead. A weekday when school is in session is the best time to visit a campus. If you plan to visit during the week and this is a school you know you are very interested in, try to set up an interview with the admissions office. Plan to take a tour of the campus and ask about attending classes or even spending a night with a student. All this can be done through the admission’s office.
• If you are interested in playing any sport at this school, try to touch base with the coach or ask the school to contact the coach so that you can have a meeting while on campus.
• Try to attend an open house. Most colleges will offer fee waivers to families who attend the open house. This is another good opportunity to get a feel for the school.
• Check out the town and surrounding communities. It is important to get a sense of the area. Do you want to be in a small community such as where you live or would you like to try a bigger city? Getting a feel for the area will let you know if you will be comfortable in this setting for the next 4-5 years.
• Keep a journal of all college visits. Write your impressions of the school and the area. In the Soph/Jr./Sr. College Planning handbook there is a check off form to assist you with your college visits.

Questions to ask while on the campus visit:
• What activities and services (academically and socially are available to help the incoming freshmen get settled?
• How big are the classes generally?
• Is the faculty accessible to the students?
• What is the total cost of attending this school?
• Are freshmen assigned to an academic counselor?
• What are the housing arrangements for freshmen?
• How successful are graduating seniors in finding jobs?
• Does your campus offer a career counseling office? Can alumni access the career counseling center?
• What is available locally for students?