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.
