With our college fair coming up (on April 27th, don't forget!), it's important that you know what types of questions you can be asking the college representatives. Your time with the college reps will be brief; try to make the most of it.
20 Questions to Ask a College Representative
General Information:
1. What is the average GPA and SAT/ACT scores of a typical accepted freshman?
2. How many students attend your institution? How many live on-campus?
3. Where is this institution located? How many hours away is it?
4. What is the average class size?
Admissions:
1. Is an individual interview required in the application process?
2. What are the application deadlines for admission and financial aid?
3. Which financial aid forms do you require?
4. Do you accept college courses taken at the high school level?
Academics:
1. Can you tell me about advisors or any other support services offered to all students?
2. How often are professors available to me outside of class?
3. Are most students able to schedule the classes they want each semester?
4. What is the average time for a student to complete their degree at your institution? Graduation rates?
5. When do I have to declare a major area of study?
6. What types of internships or co-op programs does your institution offer?
Student Life:
1. What types of extracurricular activities are available on your campus?
2. What types of study abroad opportunities does your institution offer?
3. How are roommates selected?
4. What is your policy on students having a car on campus?
5. Can you tell me more about meal plans and food on campus?
6. How safe is your campus? What precautions do you provide for student safety?
