Many students plan visits during February or April vacations as well as over the summer months. Call the admissions office at a college to set up a visit or find out when Open Houses will be held. If you need help arranging a visit or advice on who to see or what to ask, please see me. Find out what majors are available on campuses, what extracurricular opportunities they provide and what type of overall campus environment exists. By the fall of 2001, you should narrow your list of schools you will apply to about 4 to 6.
Many college applications are on file in the guidance office or career center.
Make an appointment to see me if you need some suggestions or help in getting started. Also, invite your parents to contact me if they have questions or concerns. Cost is often a major factor in determining which college you will be able to attend. Most financial aid is determined by a formula using your family income. Scholarships are often based upon academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, leadership and community service.