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In-Person & Virtual Sessions hosted/advertised by IBSH
In-Person & Virtual Sessions hosted/advertised by IBSH
These are great opportunities for students completing their College Passport assignments!
Hover over the Home button in the top right for a link to view summer programs and other events.
Why Are College Sessions Important?
Why Are College Sessions Important?
Helps you learn about different schools! There are THOUSANDS of colleges and universities in the world.
Learn updates and new campus features - scholarships, majors, application policies.
Ask questions and get firsthand information from students, faculty, and staff members. Often, the sessions are held by the admissions counselors who will read your actual application.
One of the best ways to “visit” and get a feel for the campus and the people who work there.
Shows demonstrated interest when you sign-up for events. Some college applications will ask how you have shown interest in their university or will even track your attendance to events and communication with the school.
Preparing for a College Visit or a Larger College Fair
Preparing for a College Visit or a Larger College Fair
College representatives will often remember the engagement of students at their visit, which impacts their view of the school. It's important to leave a good impression by being on respectable behavior, listening to the presentation, and asking a variety of questions based on the information you were learning and on genuine curiosity and interests.
Below are some resources to help you!
College Visit Questions.docx⬅️⬅️⬅️⬅️
Check out these sample questions for ideas and inspiration. Use as many as you would like or think of some of your own.
Make sure to write them down or put them in your notes app so you don't forget before the event. Write down the answers afterwards, too!
Below, these documents can help guide you to be prepared for large fairs with multiple colleges. Don't be intimidated! Go in with a plan of who you want to talk to and what questions you want to ask. Practice a short introduction of yourself.
Remember, college reps do this job because they love the college and meeting students. They will be excited to talk to you!
Read these 12 tips for attending a virtual college fair!
Read these 12 tips for attending a virtual college fair!
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