College
Fairs afford students, parents, and educators a fine opportunity to
receive first hand information regarding many institutions of higher
education. A college fair is an ideal event for fact-finding in depth
in a short period of time.
Prior
to attending a college fair, it is important that students give some
thought to the type of further education that they might care to pursue.
See your high school counselor prior to a fair to discuss your thoughts
regarding possible further education. Your school counselor has many
reference books and materials that will be helpful in this exploratory
process.
The
following guidelines may be helpful to students as they think through
the questions they would like to ask the various representatives that
are available at the fair. Students should make notes and write out
questions that they desire to have answered. Students should feel
free to take these notes with them to the Fair.
Important
Facts To Learn About Institutions Of Higher Education.
1.
Type: 2 year/4 year
Co-ed,
Men's or Women's college.
College, University, Technological Institution, Business College,
or Nursing School.
State controlled,
privately endowed, or church related.
2.
Academic Standards
Accreditation by educational agencies and professional
organizations.
Training and experience of faculty and administration.
Record of graduates.
Admission requirements, practices, and selectivity.
Scholastic
standards that prevail.
Intellectual climate
of campus.
3.
Campus Activities
Emphasis placed on intramural & competitive
sports.
Variety of campus activities.
Health and recreation programs.
4.
Costs
Minimum & maximum costs per academic year.
Anticipated tuition increases.
Transportation costs.
College endowment.
Scholarships & undergraduate loans.
Part-time employment opportunities.
Degree of importance placed on money, clothes, cars, etc.
5.
Enrollment
Size of student body.
Number of freshmen & upperclass students.
Ratio between men & women.
6.
Personal Services
Guidance & counseling bureau.
Advisory system.
Medical & dental facilities.
Placement services.
7.
Physical Features
Location (rural or urban).
Dormitory & dining conditions.
Classroom, library, and laboratory facilities.
8.
Social Standards
Emphasis on fraternity and sorority membership.
Occasions for cultural development.
9.
Spiritual Development
Location of church of your faith.
10.
Vocational Opportunities
Major courses of study offered.
Opportunities for specialized training.
ROTC Programs available.
Placement of graduates, job opportunities.
