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.