41 Unique Questions to Ask on Your Next College Visit

Next time you find yourself on a college tour, ask questions that matter. The following are just a few things to think about in terms of college life. Trust me, y’all: there’s nothing worse than coming up empty-handed when the Q+A portion of the tour comes up…

• Student Housing and Dorms:
  • How many dorms are there on campus? How are they separated geographically?
  • Which dorm on campus has been the most recently renovated?
  • What is the proximity of dorms to campus/classes? How much time does it take to walk (or drive) from their dorm to class?
  • What are the different types of living arrangements on campus? Do most students live in student housing or off-campus apartments?
  • Do first year students live in separate housing?
  • Are dorm accommodations guaranteed? If so, for how long?  
  • How can students access the dining hall? How far away is on-campus dining from dorms?
  • Do most students enjoy the dining halls?
  • How long am I required to live in student housing/have an on-campus meal plan?
  • What are the different types of meal plans I can purchase?

• Student life:
  • Does this campus offer Greek life? If so, what percentage of the student body belongs to a sorority or fraternity?
  • How many different clubs can I get involved with on campus?
  • Do most students go home on the weekend?
  • Are the majority of students in-state residents? Is there a diverse mix of students on campus?
  • Is there a transportation service for students on campus? If so, how easy is it to rely on?
  • Can I easily access a cab or car service in case of an emergency?
  • Where do most students spend their time when they’re not in class?
  • What is a typical student’s weekend like?
  • Where are the typical places students choose to study?
  • Are there any free tutoring programs that students can use if they need help?
  • Is there a career center on-campus that I can utilize when looking for work/internships?

• Safety services:
  • What initiatives are put in place to keep students safe?
  • Are students relying upon an on-campus police force or that of the city or town surrounding it?
  • Are there public safety pick up services available late at night to students?
  • What if I’m alone and I need to get to the other side of campus? Can I call someone?

• First year in the classroom:
  • As a first year student, how can I get involved on campus?
  • Does your school offer “learning community” opportunities? Are there programs in place to meet the people in my major?
  • Are there any learning opportunities specially designed for freshman or first-year students?
  • Who teaches first year classes–is it full professors or just teaching assistants?
  • What’s the average class size of freshman classes?
  • What are the most popular majors on campus?
  • How many students get internships after their freshman year?

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