15 Questions to Ask on a College Tour (That Aren’t in the Brochure)

 15 Questions to Ask on a College Tour (That Aren’t in the Brochure)

Visiting a college in person is our favorite way to get to know a campus. There’s truly no replacement for walking around the quad, talking to real college students and testing out the “vibe” of each community.

Before each college tour, do some research on the school, familiarizing yourself with the basics. This will help you brainstorm some questions to investigate during your tour — our [question guide][1] of over 110 questions can help you maximize your experience on campus. Once you arrive, ask questions that focus on personal perspectives or lesser known stats to help your student explore what a good fit means to them. Below are 15 suggested questions.

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Good News, Parents: Lessons to Ease the Transition to College Can be Taught!

Good News, Parents: Lessons to Ease the Transition to College Can be Taught!

High school students who not only understand why it’s important to be self-sufficient in college but also know how to become independent decision-makers set themselves up to thrive in their first year of college. In this guest blog, Andrea Malkin Brenner, PhD discusses three areas where high school students can begin to build the adulting competencies that collegiate life requires, and suggestions for parents who want to help with skill-building.

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