Radio Commentary
The
search for colleges can be very stressful. Parents can help in the
decision-making process by planning visits to campuses.
They
can also help students prepare questions to ask during the visits. Here are
some suggestions:
What
are the strongest departments and most popular majors at the school?
What is the average class size? Is it different for
freshmen?
How do I compare academically with students already
attending the school? What kinds of cultural, athletic, or literary activities
are offered on campus?
What kind of housing is there? How many students are
members of fraternities and sororities?
What support services are
available to students? General counseling? Health care? Tutoring? Are there any
overseas or exchange programs?
What
percentage of students receive financial aid? Do you consider this a safe
campus?
What
do most students do after they graduate? What kind of student is generally
happiest at this college?
Selecting a college that will provide a good “fit” often rests on
intangibles – a feeling students get when they walk around the campus.
But answers to these questions can help students narrow down whether a
particular college might be right for them.
