Questions to Ask on a College Visit: 11 Things to Look Out for

Whenever you go to your children’s schools to check them out, there are questions to ask on a college visit. This article will be sharing 11 things to look out for when on the visit.

Going on a college visit can be an exciting adventure. From the many beautiful sights to see and the eye-refreshing sites to experience, there is oftentimes no going back.

As a parent, it is advised. Children nowadays have an exceptional sense of romance for ‘freedom’. This so-called freedom, to them, translates to the desire to engage in immoral activities that are contrary to the teachings of their parents. This abhorrence for the moral teachings of their parents is informed by how they see those teachings: bondage!!!

Against this backdrop, it is essential that parents and guardians pay occasional visits to the college of their children and wards. Visiting them, sometimes unannounced, can help you discover some unrevealed truths about them and their activities.

There has also been a recent trend to rename or create government secondary schools as colleges. In the state of Victoria, some state high schools are referred to as secondary colleges, although the pre-eminent government secondary school for boys in Melbourne is still named Melbourne High School.

– Excerpt on college on Wikipedia.

Apart from being a parent, many people also can visit colleges for copious reasons which are absolutely congenial and pleasing. For the sake of friendship and entertaining interaction, here are some several questions to ask on a college visit:

• Why Did You Choose This School?

Every student has a reason for choosing the campus. Some of them are deeply personal. Others are attracted to a particular major or program. Others love the beauty of the campus. Find out by asking students why they opted for this school over others. The answers can be illuminating.

• What’s Your Biggest Complaint About the School?

This may seem like an uncomfortable question to ask, but it’s an important one. No campus is perfect. Finding out what college students dislike about a campus can be eye-opening. It can be just as important as finding out what a student loves the most.

• What Do You Like Most About Your College?

You will meet many students during college campus visits. They are the best source of information that shares how they feel.

College students usually are very willing to talk about their experiences. Knowing what excites them the most about their college life is important information for you to learn.

• What Is Your Favorite Class?

Academics are obviously an important part of the college experience. It doesn’t matter whether the person you speak with is in the same program you are. It doesn’t matter if they have the same major.

What does matter is what they say excites them academically. It’s important to be at a campus that lets students explore what is most important to them. College is a great opportunity to explore an academic passion.

During university tours, don’t be afraid to learn more about how students experience academic life.

You can also ask this question of any faculty members you meet. You want to learn from instructors who are passionate about what they teach. You want them to have an infectious enthusiasm for learning, discovery and curiosity.

• What Is School Spirit Like?

There’s often an intangible “vibe” to a college campus. Are there lots of students wearing school clothing? Are students enthusiastic about events – speakers, panels and discussions? Do students cheer on the athletic teams?

School spirit can be hard to define, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t ask students about it. Let them define school spirit. If they love their school, they’ll be able to identify it in their own words.

• How Accessible are Faculty and Staff?

You may have a burning question about a lecture or have trouble with a homework assignment. Maybe you just want to continue a compelling conversation about a topic raised in class.

No matter the reason, having access to faculty and staff is important. Faculty should be engaged in the life of the campus, available for office hours or informal conversations. They are there to help you learn. Find out from students about how they engage with faculty and how they feel about those interactions.

• What Do Students Do Outside the Classroom?

Students often participate in clubs and other activities while not studying. Some clubs are related to academics – mock trials, Model United Nations are two active examples. Others are related to identity, such as organizations for students of a particular race, ethnicity, religion, or culture.

Publications, such as a student newspaper, magazines, or radio stations, are also a popular segment. A cappella groups, improve comedy troupes, theater companies, and choruses and orchestras also are frequent on a college campus.

• How Is the Food on Campus?

Does campus food matter? Absolutely! This question is especially important if you’re a picky eater or you have dietary or religious restrictions. If you are allergic to gluten, dairy, or tree nuts, for example, you want to be sure

Obviously, you’ll want to ask about the quality of the food, the variety, and how it tastes. There’s another factor with food to explore. Think about how important gathering around a table is for conversation about the day and life. In college, meal times are an incredible chance to catch up with friends, laugh, decompress and share. If the food is great, these times will linger and deepen relationships.

11 Things to Look Out For

Here are the 11 things to look out for when you make a visit to the college:

1. Mental Health Services
2. Campus Transportation Options
3. Student Services Offices
4. Cafeteria
5. Condition of the Dorms
6. Student Body Diversity
7. Your Major’s Department
8. Campus Health Center
9. Library 
10. Surrounding Area and Community
11. Gym