College fair season has begun, and any opportunity to connect with admissions counselors is truly worthwhile! Universities usually have regional counselors, which also means the individual at any Atlanta-area fairs will typically be the person who will read applications from Atlanta-area students!
Here are a few key tips for students to make the most of college fairs:
- Create a list of colleges you plan to see at the fair.
- Bring pre-printed stick-on labels that include the following details: name, address, phone number, email address, high school, grade, and potential major. This will save a great deal of time filling out information cards, and colleges will have proof of your attendance! Simply stick your label on the card and move on after asking your questions (see below)!
- Prepare a few questions in advance that will show interest in the school - and help you learn information about the college that is not easily found online. Some examples include:
If I were to poll the students about what they’d like to change, what would they say?
What are some of the pressing issues on campus right now?
- Take a backpack or large bag to store the promotional college materials, in addition to the business cards* of the admissions counselors in attendance.
- Send a quick thank-you email (using the email address on the business cards*) to admissions counselors you have good conversations with - and who represent colleges you are interested in. Wearing something memorable can help differentiate you too! For instance: I was the girl in the bright green shirt who asked about how students engage in the local community. I just wanted to thank you for...
- Use any remaining time to visit colleges not on your preliminary list to see if any pique your interest!
- Lastly, don't be intimidated! Most of these counselors are young graduates of the colleges themselves, and they have been hand selected for their affable nature!
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Student at Providence College
5moThis is such a helpful article! I love how it emphasizes the importance of visiting campuses and building strong relationships with counselors and mentors. These tips make navigating the process so much clearer!