🎓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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