As the calendar turns to October, we’re firmly in the midst of “travel season” here in admissionsland. One quick really relevant reference today:
Great post by Sara Zessar a few weeks back about making an impression at the college fair. I posted a few weeks ago about the kinds of questions not to ask; well, Sara nailed EXACTLY the kinds of questions you should be asking.
- What makes your college different from other colleges?
- I’m interested in ____ major. What are some unique opportunities or programs offered for students with that major?
- I’d like to get involved in ____ (activity) in college. Can you tell me about opportunities for this activity on your campus?
- Are there a lot of students from my state/area? What would attract someone from my state/area to your college?
- Can you tell me about special programs and opportunities for freshmen?
- Are you the admissions representative for this region? (If not, ask who is and ask for that person’s business card or contact information. Then, send him or her an email and say you attended the fair and ask any additional questions you have.)
Fantastic job, Sara!