College Fairs                

Before the COLLEGE FAIR:

J     Make cards or labels to give to college representatives with the following information on them:

J     Prepare questions:  Here are some possibilities:

o       What kind of students fit here best?

o       What kind of students are you looking for?

o       What are some features of a program I am interested in?

o       On average, how many years will it take to complete a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree?

o       What do graduates most remember about your college?

At the COLLEGE FAIR:

J     Collect brochures

J     Sign up on mailing or email lists

J     TALK to the college representatives-they want to interact with you!  And they will be reading your college application, so make a good impression!

J     Consider lots of colleges, don't let cost limit you and don't get your heart set on one college!

J     If a line is long for one college, come back later; the lines will die down

After the COLLEGE FAIR:

J     Complete post cards and send them to colleges you are interested in

J     Read brochures and show them to your parents

J     Any brochures you dont want, take in to the Career Center for other students to use

J     Explore college websites!  You'll find a wealth of information. www.californiacolleges.edu will give you information about every college in California with links to each plus matching colleges to your interests.

J     Visit college campuses and take a tour.  College students lead the tours and they are very truthful about what the college is like.

J     Email your questions to the admissions offices of perspective colleges