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Should you tour a college before applying?
There is no right or wrong answer to this question, but it is encouraged that students visit their prospective schools before applying and at the very least before enrolling. Even if you can’t physically take a tour, a virtual tour is an excellent way to see the school without being there.
Are college tours worth it?
To conclude, campus visits are definitely worth it. Have fun, learn something new, meet someone different, and use what you learn from the campus visit as just one other aspect of the college admissions process that will help you ultimately decide which college would ultimately be the right fit for you.
Are campus visits worth it?
When should I start touring colleges?
To ease the stress, students and families may want to make visits sooner, ideally before senior year. The College Board recommends spring of junior year as a good time to visit campuses for students who have already done the research on those colleges. College visits are a good use of downtime over spring break.
Do parents go on college tours?
If you are visiting a campus far from home, it’s ideal to go with a parent. Your parent can go on the the tour and info session with you and then disappear for the rest of your visit. Parents are great at arranging tours and coordinating how many schools you can see during a trip.
Is Boston college giving in person tours?
We are pleased to welcome prospective first-year students back to campus for in-person Eagle Eye Campus Visits. Led by an admission counselor, these two-hour visits include an information session and a campus tour.
When should you tour colleges?
The late summer and early September before senior year are convenient times to visit, since many colleges begin their fall semester as early as mid-August. The spring of junior year is a good time if you’ve already researched colleges.
When should you do college visits?