• Questions to Ask College Representatives

    Visiting college campuses is the best way to determine if a school is right for you. Below is a list of questions you should ask during a college visit.

    Admissions 

    • What are the application deadlines for admission?
    • What is the average high school GPA of a first-year student?
    • Is the ACT or SAT required?
    • Do you accept Advanced Placement courses (or IB credits)?
    • When must I choose a major?
    • Do you offer early decision or early admission?
    • What if I don’t meet the admissions requirements?
    • Will you accept transfer credits?

    Academics

    • How easy is it for first-year students to get classes?
    • What’s the largest class on campus? The smallest?
    • What are the most popular majors? Do you have those in which I am interested?
    • Do you have to declare a major when you apply?
    • What types of internships are available?
    • Are there study-abroad opportunities?
    • How do you assign faculty advisors to students, especially those who are undecided about their majors?
    • What is the student to faculty ratio?
    • What additional academic services are offered to students (tutoring, career counseling, study skills workshops)?

    Financial Aid & Scholarships 

    • When is the priority deadline for financial aid applications?
    • What kind of financial aid is available?
    • How many students received financial aid?
    • What types of scholarships are available?

    Campus Life 

    • What types of extracurricular activities are there on campus?
    • What athletic events are popular on campus?
    • Are there fraternities and sororities? How strong are they on campus?
    • Is there transportation on and off-campus? Is it easy to get to town and/or home?
    • What is the climate during the school year?
    • How are your town/gown (community and campus) relations?
    • What do students do in their free time?
    • Are students required to live on campus?
    • Is housing guaranteed? For how long?
    • How are roommates selected?
    • How does the meal plan work?