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🎓Your Summer College Visit Guide🎓

  • alyssazemple
  • 6 days ago
  • 2 min read

Making the most of your college visits this summer? Here's your roadmap to success!


Before You Go 📋

  • Research first: Know the basics about academics, campus culture, and student life

  • Schedule wisely: Book official tours AND info sessions (they're different!)

  • Plan your route: Group nearby schools to maximize your time and budget

  • Prepare questions: Write them down so you don't forget in the moment


During Your Visit 👀

The Official Stuff:

  • Take the campus tour (even if you've been before)

  • Attend the information session

  • Visit your intended major's department

  • Stop by financial aid office if needed

The Real Intel:

  • Eat in the dining halls (trust me on this one!)

  • Sit in on a class, if possible

  • Walk around campus alone after the tour

  • Talk to current students WITHOUT parents nearby

  • Check out the library, gym, and student center

  • Drive/walk around the surrounding area


Questions That Actually Matter 🤔

Ask students:

  • "What surprised you most about this school?"

  • "What do you wish you'd known before coming here?"

  • "How easy is it to get the classes you need?"

  • "What do you do for fun on weekends?"

Ask admissions:

  • "What does a typical first-year schedule look like in my major?"

  • "How does housing selection work?"

  • "What support services are available?"


After Your Visit 📝

  • Write down your immediate impressions (do this in the car!)

  • Rate each school on YOUR priorities (academics, social life, location, etc.)

  • Send thank-you emails to anyone who gave you their time

  • Update your college list based on what you learned


Pro Tips from 15+ Years of Experience 💡

  • Bring comfortable shoes - you'll walk MILES

  • Visit on a weekday when school is in session if possible

  • Don't let one cranky tour guide ruin a school - every campus has them!

  • Take photos but live in the moment too

  • Trust your gut - sometimes a school just feels right (or wrong)

  • Include a variety - reach, match, and safety schools

  • Budget for this - gas, hotels, meals add up quickly


Red Flags to Watch For 🚩

  • Empty campus (unless it's summer break)

  • Tour guide who seems unhappy or unprepared

  • Difficulty getting straight answers to basic questions

  • Pressure tactics from admissions staff

  • Campus that feels unsafe or unwelcoming


Remember: You're not just choosing a school - you're choosing your home for four years. Take your time, ask questions, and find the place where you can thrive academically AND personally.

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