Questions to Ask On Your College/University Visit ~ myDigital Counselor

Monday, February 4, 2013

Questions to Ask On Your College/University Visit

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Other useful questions you can ask on your campus visit:

Academics

How much time do students typically spend on homework?
How much writing and reading are expected?
What is the average class size of introductory classes?
How widely used are teaching assistants on your campus?
What is the average class size of upper-division courses?

Academic Perks

What opportunities are there for undergraduate research?
How many students participate in undergraduate research?
Is there a culminating senior year experience?
Do you have an honors college?
Do you have a learning community or other freshman experience?

Financial Aid

What is your average financial aid package?
What is the typical breakdown of loans versus grants?
What percentage of financial need does the school typically meet?
What is the average merit award?
What percentage of students receive college grants?
What is the average college debt that students leave with?
What work-study opportunities are there?

Graduation Track Record

What is your four-year graduation rate?
What is your five-year graduation rate?
What does it take to graduate in four years?
What percentage of freshmen return for sophomore year?

Academic Support

What type of tutoring program do you have?
How do you provide academic advice to students?
Do you have a writing center and how do I access it?
What kind of learning disability resources do you have?

Outside Opportunities

How many students at the college get internships?
What percentage of students study abroad?
What type of career services do you have?

Student Life

What kind of dorm choices are there?
What percentage of student live on campus?
How long are dorm accommodations guaranteed?
How many students live on campus?
Do most students go home on the weekend?
What percentage of the study body belongs to a sorority or fraternity?
What activities are offered to students?
What clubs do you have on campus?

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What can I do today to positively impact my future?

Academics:
High school graduation, college and career may seem like something far away but it's not. Challenge yourself academically and aim for high grades. Classes you are taking now are geared to prepare you for college coursework. Expand your knowledge base by taking time to read and expose yourself to new words and vocabulary.

Attendance:
Show up for class. It may sound simple, but it's critical. If you are not in class you are at a disadvantage to those you are. Employers don't want to hire someone who is not going to show up at work. Your future boss or college recuiter wants to know they can rely on you and one way for them to check is to review your high school attendance records.

Attitude:
You may think that it has no impact on a future career, but future employers will differ with you. A person's attitude about themselves, others and life can be a huge influence on landing that dream job. Someone who has a positive attitude will strive to achieve greater success in their job and be an asset to their employer...and who wants to go to work and have to listen to someone who is unhappy and negative?

Work Ethic:
Your work ethic reflects your passion and dedication. If you are interested in the work you do it shows. That's why it's important to take time in high school to investigate your interests. You want to enjoy going to work and making a contribution...and your employer will take notice if you don't. By applying yourself to your studies and activities now, you succeed in building good work ethics. It's as simple as doing something you love!

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