Hints For A Campus Visit

A campus visit is highly recommended. Before you visit the campus, consider some of the options below. It is also important to develop a list of questions and plan specific activities in order to accomplish your goals.

• Meet with an admission officer.
• Verify admission requirements (tests and high school preparation).
• Discuss you chances for success.
• Obtain a school calendar and a catalog, if you don't already have them.
• Determine college costs.
• Ask about financial aid opportunities, as well as deadlines, forms required, etc.
• Meet with faculty in the academic area of interest to you.
• Ask questions about academic requirements/offerings.
• Attend a class to get an idea of typical size, teaching style, academic atmosphere.
• Ask about the placement record for graduates in the field you might study.
• Identify career planning services for undergraduates.
• Tour the campus. (Be sure to check out the dorms, dining hall, library, etc.)
• Talk to students about the general academic environment and the study commitment necessary for success.
• Find out what student activities (clubs, organizations, intramurals, etc.) are available.
• Inquire about campus life and social activities.
• Investigate transportation options.