{"id":14561,"date":"2022-08-08T12:24:14","date_gmt":"2022-08-08T16:24:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/?p=14561"},"modified":"2022-08-12T11:48:52","modified_gmt":"2022-08-12T15:48:52","slug":"9-questions-you-should-ask-school-reps-at-college-fairs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/blog\/9-questions-you-should-ask-school-reps-at-college-fairs\/","title":{"rendered":"9 questions you should ask school reps at college fairs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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As a high school senior, odds are that your high school guidance counselors, teachers and parents have reminded you on more than one occasion that you are about to make one of the most important decisions of your life. <\/span><\/p>\n Hearing that can be a little intimidating! That’s why college fairs can be so helpful. College fairs allow you the opportunity to expose yourself to a bunch of schools of all different colors, shapes and sizes. Many high schools offer the opportunity for their students to attend local college fairs \u2014 this is an opportunity worth taking! <\/span><\/p>\n It’s important to think of a variety of questions to ask at these events before you show up. The more nitty-gritty the questions, the more likely you are to gain some clarity on the type of school you are most interested in attending. Here are some questions to get you started.<\/span><\/p>\n A unique program or approach to teaching that one school offers might be your cup of tea, whereas another might be more of…well, not tea at all.<\/span><\/p>\n The smaller the ratio<\/a>, the more faculty attention provided for each student. In your sophomore year, when you are aching for help with math, greater availability and accessibility to faculty will help you get the extra guidance and encouragement you might need.<\/span><\/p>\n You will want to be sure that your college experience will allow you to explore new horizons and open new doors. Asking this question will help indicate the school’s desire to allow students to expand their own research<\/a> and get experience in untouched territory.<\/span><\/p>\n Some colleges include internship opportunities within program requirements so that real-world experience is integrated into the student’s schedule. Excelling in an internship may be one of the best ways for you to land a job right out of college.<\/span><\/p>\n Although this is a bit of a tough question, it may give you insight into the generalizations made about that particular school. A well-rounded answer could be just what you need to hear to know whether this is the right school for you!<\/span><\/p>\n The college experience is not merely academic<\/a>. Employers look for well-rounded students who work hard and have a wide range of experiences, skills and interests. Again, this might be a selling point over another prospective school.<\/span><\/p>\n Atmosphere is a big deal when it comes to learning (and living). You want to be in a place that is suitable for you and your behaviors. If the city is a must-have in your life<\/a>, then it is important to keep that in mind when applying to schools.<\/span><\/p>\n If you are looking to play club, intramural or even varsity team sports<\/a>, this is a great question. Another idea would be to ask about the workout facilities<\/a> available to students \u2014 no freshman 15 for you!<\/span><\/p>\n This is getting a little personal, but it’s a good question to ask because it shows both sides to the college \u2014 and it is a direct question to the representative, showing your care and concern about their opinion and your own college experience.<\/span><\/p>\n Keep in mind \u2014 these are only questions to get you started, and you do not have to use them all. Think of what you find important and essential to your own college experience, take notes and ask questions. Also, the person behind the table may be the one who reads your application, so make sure you are engaged during the college fair! You are the only one who knows what you really want, but sometimes you have to dig and do some self-discovery before you can identify what you’re looking for.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" As a high school senior, odds are that your high school guidance counselors, teachers and parents have reminded you on more than one occasion that you are about to make one of the most important decisions of your life. Hearing that can be a little intimidating! That’s why college fairs can be so helpful. […]<\/p>\n1. What is unique about education here?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
2. What is the student-to-faculty ratio?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
3. Are there opportunities to do research with professors?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
4. Do the programs involve internship opportunities?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
5. How would you describe the majority of students?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
6. What are the clubs and organizations on campus?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
7. What is there to do on and off campus?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
8. How would you describe the athletic community on campus?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
9. What is your favorite and least favorite thing about this college?<\/strong><\/h2>\n