Berkeley² Academy

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

College visits are an essential and (hopefully) exciting part of the admissions journey! Each and every college visit promises opportunities for students to interact with current students and faculty, to explore academic and extracurricular offerings, and to immerse themselves in the campus community and environment.

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Parry College Counseling: College Admissions Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota Type of Institution: private liberal arts college Size: 2,100 students Admissions Advice: Macalester has become increasingly selective over the past few years, with an admission rate hovering around 30%. Honestly, this is something that surprised me during my visit! by living off-campus.

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StandOut College Prep

MARCH 27, 2023

Visiting colleges is an exciting and important part of the college preparation process. It’s a chance for you to check out the campus, discover what the college can offer you, immerse yourself in campus life, and ask essential questions to learn more about how the college stacks up against others on your list.

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Not So Common Application

MARCH 21, 2023

Before visiting a college, research the school online and create a list of questions you want to ask during your visit. Make sure you schedule your visit in advance and confirm any appointments or tours. The post Make the Most of College Visits appeared first on Not So Common Application.

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road2college

JANUARY 4, 2024

This story was first published in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. The post When to Start College Visits: Is 8th Grade Too Soon? It’s been edited for clarity and flow. appeared first on Road2College.

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Solomon Admissions

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Visiting colleges is an exciting step to envision yourself where you will want to be in the next four years as a college student. A typical college visit consists of an informational session with an admission representative followed by a campus tour. Viewing pictures and reading blogs can’t beat the real deal.

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Admissions.Blog

APRIL 14, 2023

Too many students and parents find it time consuming to sign up for in-person and virtual visits to colleges they are considering. Well, twenty-six colleges in the United States have joined forces to make it easier for you to learn a lot about diverse colleges in on action-packed two-hour period.

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Admissions Mom

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

One of my favorite parts about the whole college admissions experience (especially since there are so many stressful aspects) has always been college visits! WHY COLLEGE VISITS? That’s why I’ve always encouraged applicants to try their best to visit as many colleges as they can. And listen.

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College Success

JULY 10, 2022

Summer is a popular time for high school students and their parents to visit colleges. While some are reluctant to visit when schools are not in session, colleges are actually quite lively during the summer. Many college students remain on campus to conduct research and.

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Ivy College Essay

JULY 27, 2023

How important are campus visits for Ivy League colleges? As the time approaches to start working on your college applications, the task of narrowing down your list of potential schools may seem daunting. Consider factors such as available time, travel distance, and budget while planning your visits. Happy exploring!

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Inside Emory Admission

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

As you’re preparing for a visit to Emory University you might find it can be challenging, even overwhelming, to take everything in all at once during your time on campus. It’s a good idea to prepare a list of questions beforehand so you’ll be able to review them later as you proceed with your college admission process.

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Solomon Admissions

OCTOBER 25, 2022

With the opportunity to visit a college campus, deciding who to meet with and why is the first hurdle. Visitors will need to set up their own college visit by either signing up online for the available resources or making an individual request. Visitors also sometimes have the option to sit in on a class.

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Parry College Counseling: College Admissions Blog

AUGUST 15, 2023

College: Whittier College Location: Whittier, CA (about 20 minutes southeast of downtown Los Angeles) Type of Institution: private liberal arts college Size: 1,200 undergraduates, and a handful of graduate students Admissions Advice: Whittier is a fairly accessible college for students from a range of different backgrounds and academic profiles.

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the college spy

JANUARY 23, 2020

Myth #1: Visiting colleges is a waste of time and money. Looking at the buildings will not help me decide if a college is right for me. Visiting campuses is an essential part of the college selection process. You will spend several years of your life as a student at the college you ultimately choose.

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Simply Admissions

MARCH 14, 2022

Spring break is upon us and many juniors are spending their vacations visiting colleges. As we get back into the groove of in person tours, I wanted to share my six tips for optimizing your college visits. They’ll help you see another side of the college, which can be invaluable! Could you see yourself in the mix?

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

MARCH 20, 2023

Register for in person events early and use the email you will use for your applications so the colleges can track your demonstrated interest. It is tempting to try to fit in several college tours in a day, but it’s important to give yourself time to get to know a school. Write down notes during or after the visit.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Biden visited to promote and advocate for the Mesa College Promise. She traveled to Mesa to lift up and support the community's tuition-free college program. Biden visited Mesa Community College to promote the Mesa College Promise , which covers two years of tuition and fees at the school for eligible Mesa high school students.

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Humbach Education Consulting

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Using your spring break to visit colleges is a great idea, but be aware of spring break schedules for the colleges you wish to visit. It's best to see a college when students are on campus. Here are a few tips to prepare for your spring college visits. Create a College Visit Itinerary.

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Humbach Education Consulting

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Using your spring break to visit colleges is a great idea, but be aware of spring break schedules for the colleges you wish to visit. It's best to see a college when students are on campus. Here are a few tips to prepare for your spring college visits.

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Admissions Village

MARCH 23, 2022

The first daffodils are popping up, and high school juniors are really starting to think about applying to college next year. Many juniors are starting to visit some college campuses. Here are some things to be aware of when planning your visits: 1) Always try and book an official tour and information session.

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Parry College Counseling: College Admissions Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

College: College of Wooster. Type of Institution: Private liberal arts college. Admissions Advice: College of Wooster has an incredibly holistic review process and a small (and wonderfully) supportive admissions office that is ready to work with students throughout their application journey. so there’s that.)

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Humbach Education Consulting

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

The College Visit Depending on your time and interest level, plan one of the following types of college visits: Basic Visit Attend an information session. Do a college and dorm tour. You will be surprised at how much they want to share about the college. Visit a class. Where do freshman live?

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College in 321

MAY 13, 2021

College Visits Summer 2021. After over a year of closed college campuses, high school students are now able to visit many college campuses in the United States. Here’s what you need to know about touring colleges this summer. Here’s what you need to know about touring colleges this summer.

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Humbach Education Consulting

MARCH 13, 2020

Many colleges will be inviting you to visit the campus as an admitted student. These visits can be: • A designated day event on campus • A designated weekend or overnight event on campus • A designated window of time in which to visit • A scholarship competition • An orientation Here are tips for making the most of these visits.

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Humbach Education Consulting

MARCH 14, 2019

Many colleges will be inviting you to visit the campus as an admitted student. These visits can be: A designated day event on campus A designated weekend or overnight event on campus A designated window of time in which to visit A scholarship competition An orientation We have tips for making the most of these visits.

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Humbach Education Consulting

MARCH 14, 2019

Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Attention Juniors or Younger: The College Visit Depending on your time and interest level, plan one of the following types of college visits: Basic Visit Attend an information session. Do a college and dorm tour. Visit a class.

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Princeton College Consulting

AUGUST 27, 2018

Here's a college admission tidbit for you - college visits do more than you think. Sure, they help you get to know the college in person and guide decisions on which colleges to apply to, or which offer to accept. But the greater value in college visits lies in its power to 'demonstrate interest'.

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Educated Quest

MARCH 18, 2024

But if that’s true then the front lobby and waiting area for the college admissions office is the front door to most campus visit experiences. Visit your friends in their homes and you can tell how they treat their property by how it looks from their front door. The same goes true for colleges.

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ACM College Consulting

APRIL 23, 2024

For rising seniors, summer represents a time of exploration, relaxation, and, importantly, college planning. With application deadlines on the horizon, the summer months are an opportunity for seniors to map out their college application plan and gather and complete most of the application materials. Don’t wait until the last minute!

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 15, 2024

More and more, college admissions is becoming a game. As colleges and universities act more and more like businesses, they demand more than just an application from their prospects. What is demonstrated interest in college admission? What is demonstrated interest in college admission?

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Ruffaloni

JUNE 15, 2023

New research shows how income shapes the way families research colleges. There is continuing interest in the experiences of students from low-income families regarding college access, attendance, completion and success, and financial stability. How do families want to receive information from colleges and universities?

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Colorado State University

JANUARY 10, 2024

Visiting colleges is an important part of the college search process, and can help you make your decision in a myriad of ways. Read on to find the visit that’s perfect for you. Information Session and Tour Our guided information sessions and tours are what we’d call the “standard” visit.

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Estrela Consulting Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

With Spring on the horizon, you may be excited to come out of hibernation in order to visit some college campuses. Your family may have only a few opportunities to physically visit colleges, and you need to find ways to maximize your time. This sounds like a wonderful idea, and one that all of us at Estrela fully endorse!

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road2college

APRIL 26, 2024

Dear Roadie, We just returned from visiting a few colleges and I’m feeling deflated. My daughter is a high-stat student. The post Dear Roadie: Should I Tell My Daughter Not to Bother Applying to Unaffordable Dream Schools? appeared first on Road2College.

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Great College Advice

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Many families struggle with finding the best time for college tours. Even though it may be tempting, the upcoming holiday breaks are not the best time to plan your campus visits. Rarely do colleges even offer tours and information sessions during Thanksgiving week. What about summer for a college tour?

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ACM College Consulting

JANUARY 18, 2024

Choosing the right college is a monumental decision, and while the traditional campus visit is definitely the best option, it is not always possible. Working with international students, I have many families who are not able to make the trip to the US to tour campuses before making their college decision.

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Admissions Village

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

February and spring breaks are great times to visit campuses. For northern colleges, if you love them in the snow and cold, you will always love them. If you are visiting down south or out west, it is a great escape from the rough weather. It is important for a college to know that you have made the effort to visit.

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