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Preparing for College

Useful tips for when you're preparing for college:

  • Step 1:

    Begin with browsing the website of the college you're interested in. If they have a campus blog or social media be sure to check them out. Familiarize yourself with the city and identify some points of interest.

  • Step 2:

    Upon finding some colleges you are interested in, it is time to schedule a tour of your top choices. Be sure you bring a note pad with you to take notes during the tour and meetings with the campus staff.

  • Step 3:

    While on campus, take the opportunity to fully explore all that the college has to offer. Schedule time to connect with the financial aid staff, and a professor from your field of interest.

  1. Be sure to ask:
  2. Ask the Financial Aid staff:
  3. Ask about Academics:
  4. Meet with a professor from your field of interest and ask:
  5. Also remember to:
  1. Be sure to ask:

    •When is the application due
    •What clubs and activities are available on campus
    •What is there to do one weekends on the campus or in the surrounding community

  2. Ask the Financial Aid staff:

    •What is the cost to attend
    •What is the cost for dorms
    •What is the cost for meal plans. Are there different meal plans offered?
    •What scholarship opportunities are available. And where to find them.
    •Are there specific scholarships for academics, athletics, and special interests
    •Are there work study positions on campus
    •How to apply for a work study

  3. Ask about Academics:

    •What majors/minors do they offer
    •Can they show you a plan of study to graduate in four years
    •What campus support are available (i.e. tutoring, writing center, student services, and career services)
    •Do high school AP credits transfer

  4. Meet with a professor from your field of interest and ask:

    •What is the class size
    •What are the primary modes of instruction (i.e. in person, online, hybrid)
    •What internship opportunities exist
    •What is the employment rate after graduation

  5. Also remember to:

    •Follow up with campus staff if you have any questions after your tour
    •Discuss your financial aid plan with your parents or support person
    •Develop a plan and timeline for applying to your top colleges.

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