•  

    • College Visits policy

       
      Students are also encouraged to visit colleges in person. Visit the college’s admissions page for information on campus visits and open houses. Plan ahead and make reservations early, as large university open houses fill up quickly. Some universities will allow you to schedule interviews, attend information sessions, visit classes and speak with faculty. Many will also allow you to stay overnight in a residence hall. 
     
    Before you go, conduct your research using the college’s website. Write down anything that interests you and make a list of questions that you want answered by campus staff. 
     
    How many college visit days am I allotted per year?
    Students may miss up to TWO days a year (not semester) for a campus visits. 

    How do I ensure these visits are excused?
    Turn in an excuse note from parent to the attendance office
    Turn in a signed letter from a university official on university official letter head verifying the student's campus visit to the attendance office. Most universities will have a standardized letter for campus visits. Please ask for such a letter when visiting a campus.

    NOTE: This all must be turned in within 5 days of the absence.

    Do these absences count toward exemptions?
    No, if you follow the steps above, they do not count against you, but consider making college visits in the summer, before second semester begins, on spring break, or weekends. Most colleges have big Saturday events in which you can visit the campus with other prospective students. 
     
     
     
     

    •