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Visiting the learning support center should be a priority stop on any college tour, especially for students with learning differences. While services vary widely depending on the school, most offer academic assistance and disability accommodations to help students reach their potential.
We encourage all our families to visit at least 1 college (preferably more) during their decision-making journey. But for neurodiverse students, we recommend visiting at least 3 schools.
We encourage all our families to visit at least one college (preferably more) during their decision-making journey. But for neurodiverse students, we recommend visiting at least three schools.
With those long-awaited admissions decisions finally in hand, the tables have turned - now schools are vying for your student to commit by May 1st. Revisiting (or visiting their top choice campuses for the first time) and taking part in accepted students' programming lets them experience life as an enrolled college student.
While visiting state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and lab spaces certainly provides valuable insights during college visit admission tours, the true pulse of a campus lies in its culture outside the classroom. Getting a feel for the overall energy and student life environment on tour is crucial for assessing fit.
Many teens are excited about campus tours which make them easy to plan and complete. Some students are more tricky to travel with. Anxiety and fear about the future can lead to irritability and lack of engagement. Navigating campus tours with a grumpy teenager can be frustrating, but there are some strategies to make the experience more positive.
When visiting a college dining hall for the first time, high school students should keep three things in mind: quality, quantity, and variety. By considering these factors, students can get a better sense of what the dining hall has to offer and whether it will meet their needs.
If you're a high school student considering college, you may be wondering what services are available to help you succeed. Many colleges offer learning support centers, which provide academic support and accommodations for students. When touring a college, be sure to ask about the learning support center. Here are three questions to get you started.
When you visit a college campus, be sure to schedule a tour of the career center. This is an important resource for students that can help with planning your future. Here are 3 questions to ask during your tour. Asking these questions will give you a better understanding of what the career center has to offer and how it can benefit you as a student.
Are you a parent whose child is about to embark on the exciting journey of college tours? As a parent, it's also important to approach college tours with the right mindset. Be supportive, ask thoughtful questions, and encourage your child to explore a variety of options. Remember that the college search process can be overwhelming, but with the right approach, it can also be an exciting and rewarding experience.
"College MatchPoint helps steer and advise you from beginning to end of the college search and application process. They take what can be a very stressful time and break it down into smaller, manageable pieces. Bob, Lisa and their staff support their student clients, enabling them to find the best fit. You can trust that the process will work; it did for all 3 of my very different kids."
— Ellen Miura
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