Going to college in a big city like New York can be exciting! Hear about how going to college in a city can enhance your learning by taking advantage of all the opportunities but also be aware that it can be a little overwhelming for some students.
Continue readingSure academics are important when considering a college, but what is there to do outside of the classroom? Loyola Marymount University offers a copious amount of things to do off-campus.
Continue readingHaverford College is great choice for students looking to be surrounded by other academically motivated peers, who are looking to have a voice on campus, and think that honor and integrity is important both inside and outside the classroom
Continue readingAs you visit colleges take the time to observe where students gather together, where they are studying, hanging out, or meeting professors. It can give you a great sense of how students interact with one another on campus. The Adirondack style chairs on the Swarthmore campus are a perfect place to do just that.
Continue readingHave you been watching The Sing Off this season? There were some great college a cappella groups on this season! College a cappella groups are a great way to get involved on campus, continue your love of singing, and make life-long friends.
Continue readingCampus food, it’s not just a lunch lady wearing a hairnet anymore. Check out what campuses across the country are doing to entice students to eat in the dining halls.
Continue readingBad weather can affect our moods. But it should not affect our visit to a college. A campus visit is a time to learn about the people–and to ignore the weather.
Continue readingCampus tours and information sessions are a critical part of the decision-making process. Except that they sometimes aren’t. Learn why visiting campuses early and and close to home can help you get the most of these visits.
Continue readingThe library is no longer just the place to check out books. It may play a key role in your college experiences. What should you be looking for in a college library? What questions should you ask about the library when visiting a college campus?
Continue readingAs students and their families organize themselves to visit college campuses, they usually focus on itineraries, on reserving hotel rooms, and on scheduling those campus tours. Only a few, however, consider direct contact with professors during the visit. Why would a visit with a professor be important?
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