Making the most of that college visit

The American Counseling Association

Special to The Village News

FALLBROOK − The campus visit can be an important step in selecting a college or university. Whether the school(s) under consideration are local, or across the country, visiting the campus provides a first-hand opportunity to evaluate the school and its programs.

But to get the most out of the visit it's important to do more than simply follow the student tour guide around campus and then head back home.

A starting point, before visiting any college campus, is to decide if the school is right for the student on several levels. Does...