This is perhaps one of the most important ways that a campus presents itself. Prospective students should look for entrance requirements, the high school courses required, the campus policies on advanced placement, and the test scores of previously admitted classes. Often the admission page will have links to a campus tour, providing images of the campus and grounds. Furthermore, the Web site may provide information about campus tours and interviews, including times, availability, and means of scheduling. You might want to see if there is any possibility of getting questions answered by admissions officials via e-mail.
Many campuses do have all of their forms online and downloadable.
However, not all campuses will accept applications via the network, as they want writing samples, essays, or other materials submitted in the student's own handwriting. You should check and make sure you fully understand what can be submitted in what format, so that no deadlines or requirements are overlooked. In terms of financial aid, parents and students should carefully review this area together. Often it will help if the family can look at the required forms ahead of time to determine their qualifications and to more fully understand what would be required, eligibility, and so forth.