Maximizing Your Time on Campus

Even the best guidebook and the most-engaging website cannot substitute for the incredible firsthand information you gain when you step foot on a college campus. Taking the tour, visiting classes, eating the food in the dining hall-all of these experiences create a lasting impression for prospective students. But not every visit is equally valuable. Beyond the gut feeling you may get about the community or immediate sense of belonging you may feel, your college visit can play a vital...
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Even the best guidebook and the most-engaging website cannot substitute for the incredible firsthand information you gain when you step foot on a college campus. Taking the tour, visiting classes, eating the food in the dining hall-all of these experiences create a lasting impression for prospective students. But not every visit is equally valuable. Beyond the gut feeling you may get about the community or immediate sense of belonging you may feel, your college visit can play a vital role in helping you craft a winning admissions application. In this e-book, we give you the tools to maximize the impact of your in-person experience, making your process more informed and successful. You will find grade-specific advice on what to focus on during your time on campus, as well as strategies for planning an itinerary, interacting with students and professors, and following up with college representatives after your visit. With over 50 years of combined experience in admissions and college counseling, our team has participated in all facets of the college visit process, from supervising tour guides to helping families customize travel plans. We are excited to share our knowledge with you. Whether you are just beginning the college process or have already visited several schools, the insights within these pages will make your next campus visit more valuable.