Exploring Colleges Career Project –

Student Body Statistics How many students attend? How diverse is the campus? How many students choose to attend graduate or professional school? Where do most students come from (the region, state, country, or internationally?) How many students live on campus?

Admission Facts & Figures What do I need to include in my application? What are the important deadlines for admission? Do you accept AP credit? Which standardized tests are required? When will I hear about my admission status? How should I contact you if I have additional questions? What percentage of applicants are admitted?

Academics Do you have the major in which I am interested? What is the most popular major? What is the job placement rate after graduation within my major? What is the average class size? Are first year classes close to the average? What is the student to faculty ratio? Will professors teach my undergraduate courses? What academic support services are available?

Campus Life What are my housing options my first year? After my first year? Can first year students have a car on campus? What do students do for fun on campus? What’s it like on campus during the weekends? Are there fraternities or sororities? How many students are involved? What clubs and social interest groups are available? What kind of traditions does the school have?

Services/Facilities What services and facilities are on campus? How does your meal system work? What kind of orientation program do you have in place for first year students? What type of health services/ clinic is available? Is personal/psychological counseling available? What is the library like?

Cost / Financial Aid Is there an application fee? How much? How much will tuition and expenses cost? What financial aid or scholarship opportunities are available from this college? How much should I expect to spend on textbooks and other supplies? How often do tuition rates increase?

Athletics Do you offer the varsity sports that I want to play? What intramural or recreational sports are available?

Additional Info / Fun Facts What choir, band, or theatre opportunities do you have? What religious organizations exist on campus? Do I need to bring my own laptop, or are there computers available for free student use? How many freshman typically return for their sophomore year? What security measure are in place on campus?