What To Do If Your Admitted Student Day or College Campus Tour Is Canceled
In an abundance of caution and in an effort to practice social distancing, many colleges and universities across the country are moving online and canceling events and tours. What if you are a senior looking to make a college decision this spring, or a junior who was banking on spring break trips to solidify the school application list? There are many ways you can still get the benefits of visiting a school, from the safety of your own home.
Virtual Tours are a great way to explore what campuses have to offer. Beyond the virtual tours offered on a school's website, there are hundreds of free videos taken by college students on Campus Reel that offer you an inside glance at dorms, cafeterias, libraries, sporting events, and school traditions. Other sites for virtual tours include YouVisit and CollegeTours.
Some admissions officers have stated that they plan to host Facebook Live chats and Zoom webinars to connect to juniors and seniors. This can be a great way to get your questions answered and learn more about the schools you are interested in. Make sure to bookmark the social media page of schools you are interested in (you can bookmark without liking or following the page) so that you stay up to date.
Now would be a great time to get on the mailing list (both e-mail and physical mail) of any schools you want to learn more about.
Seniors should feel free to schedule extra sessions with me to talk through their choices and be connected to alumni or current students of schools they are weighing.
If you want additional help navigating how to research colleges this spring and summer, feel free to schedule a consultation with me at www.smontgomeryconsulting.com/consultation