{"id":2713,"date":"2015-03-26T16:16:16","date_gmt":"2015-03-26T16:16:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/?p=474"},"modified":"2018-06-26T10:54:24","modified_gmt":"2018-06-26T16:54:24","slug":"visiting-campuses-its-that-time-of-the-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/visiting-campuses-its-that-time-of-the-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Visiting Campuses: It’s That Time of the Year"},"content":{"rendered":"

Going on a campus tour<\/a> is a great way for both students and parents to get a sense of what a college has to offer and a feel for the entire campus environment first-hand.<\/p>\n

For students, a campus visit will help you find out about the social scene, what kinds of activities are available, and the dorm room living situation. For parents, you can find out if a specific college will give your child the education they need to help them become successful after graduation. Student-to-teacher ratio, average classroom size, extracurricular clubs, and sports are all things that will factor into the decision of whether or not a college is a good fit.<\/p>\n

Start by researching local and distance campuses online to see what each has to offer and choose a few that you would like to visit. Be selective about how many campuses you would like to visit. Campus tours can take a half or even a whole day depending on how in depth you would like to get.<\/p>\n

Once you are ready to schedule a campus visit, contact the admissions office so that you can find out when tours are offered and if you need to reserve a spot. Typically, campus tours are done with a group of other prospective students and their parents, so be sure to call ahead in advance.<\/p>\n

Also, ask the admissions representative about informational sessions where you can learn more about the college’s history, courses and majors offered, financial aid<\/a>, tuition and fees, and any other questions you might have that you aren’t able to find in brochures or by visiting the college online. This is also a good time to find out about other opportunities that you can arrange, including attending a class and meeting with a professor, going to a club or sports event, visiting the student union and eating in the dining hall, and sometimes even spending a night in a dorm.<\/p>\n

As you are walking around the campus, peeking your head into classrooms, and collecting informational resources, don’t be afraid to ask a few questions to some of the college’s existing students. Here are some great questions you could ask to give you an insider’s view of the college:<\/p>\n