Questions to Ask College Representatives

• What percentage of first-year students return the following year?

• Will my family’s ability to pay for college be a factor in the admissions process?

• Does the college offer merit scholarships? Who is most likely to receive them? How do I apply?

• How much does it cost to attend your college (including tuition, room and board, fees, etc.)?

• Will private/non-government scholarships reduce the amount of need-based aid I receive?

• What financial aid options are available?

• Does the school participate in federal and state aid programs? (Not all schools are eligible.)

• What percentage of undergraduates receive aid? How much do they receive on average?

• Which financial aid forms do I need to fill out and what are the deadlines?

• What is the average GPA of entering freshmen?

• Are there different admissions requirements for specific colleges or programs?

• Does your college award credit for Advanced Placement?

• What are the housing options/requirements and parking rules?

• Does your college offer study abroad options?

• Does your college provide access to internship options to freshmen and sophomores?

• Does your college provide academic services such as tutoring or career counseling?

• Does your college have job placement services?

• What are the characteristics of your student body (age, gender, race/ethnicity, etc.)?

• What percentage of graduates are employed within one year?

• Can credits be earned online or transferred from other colleges?

• How safe is your campus?

• Which association has given your college accreditation?

• How do I arrange a campus visit?