8 colleges too beautiful to leave over summer break These colleges are so beautiful, students don’t want to leave for summer break.
Planning your college visits By Penny DeckThe college search process is an exciting time but can be overwhelming. Deciding on where to spend your college years is an important decision and one you should not take lightly. Careful research is required and there are many factors to consider. By far, the best way to size up an institution and determine fit is the college visit.First, make sure you adequately research and plan each visit. Visit the college website to determine when they hold their […]
The value of a campus visit: tips from behind the desk Have you ever seen a university brochure with photos taken during a New England winter storm featuring homesick students wearing inappropriate attire eating cereal for dinner? Of course not. Will you see this scenario played out during your campus visits? Absolutely.
Parents and campus visits: What NOT to do In my work with students I discuss what to do on a campus visit, what to look for, what to ask, what to wear. But often, it is the parents who need the advice!
Checklist: What to look for during campus visits As you visit different colleges, it is easy to get overwhelmed by the many buildings, programs and informational tours. Preparing a preplanned checklist of what you want to see and do while on campus is advantageous.
Top eleven tips for college visits Many families only have time to visit college campuses in the summer. Here is my list of the top eleven things to do and see on a college visit.