How to Get the Most from a Campus Visit

1. Visit on weekdays so you see the day-to-day campus life and visit with students, the administrative staff and faculty.

2. If possible, write or call the admissions office two weeks in advance ( counselors can assist you in making contact ), informing them of the day and time of your arrival on campus and requesting appointments and activities which you would like arranged for you (such as those listed below).

3. If you would like to get an idea of what college classes might be like, ask if you could visit a class or two. In your letter, you should indicate the kind of classes which you might be interested in observing.

4. If you are unfamiliar with the institution or its programs, request a general interview with an admissions counselor. College personnel are happy to talk with you and tell you about their school. Make the most of this and other appointments by asking questions. If you tend to be shy, prepare some questions in advance. If you don't understand something, don't be afraid to ask why or request further information. This is also a good time to check into special programs in which you may have an interest, such as honors, credit by exam, clubs, sports, or minority programs.

5. In addition, if you have a specific question about a particular program or major, request an appointment with an appropriate faculty advisor.

6. Request a tour of the campus, including the residences.

7. If you would like to stay for two days, lodging arrangements are often available for visitors. Inexpensive housing can be arranged in residences.

8. Ask if you can buy lunch in a residence cafeteria. It's fashionable for students to complain about residence food; however, it is usually pretty good. See for yourself.

9. Have fun-- and if you do encounter a problem, don't be afraid to ask for help.

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