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Begin gathering information by visiting each school’s website. You will learn about:
­The school’s history and mission ­The school’s faculty ­The school’s curriculum ­Athletics and the arts
­Community service ­Facilities ­Student publications ­Daily life

Many school websites feature student blogs, which can give you a great idea of what it’s like to be a student there.
If you’re really interested, “like” the school on Facebook or follow their Twitter feed.

After you have checked out these essentials, go to the admission section of the site for information on how and
when to apply. If you are interested in the school, be sure to complete an online inquiry form, so that the school
can communicate with you, and you can learn more about their offerings.

Don’t hesitate to submit questions through a school’s website. Schools are happy to provide you with any
information they have to help you discover if they are a good match for you.

Visiting Campus

If it’s possible, visiting a school in person is the best way to get a feel for the place and for whether or not you
would fit in there. If you can’t visit, spend time watching videos on the school website or ask the admission office if
they have a video campus tour they can send you. Another way to get first­hand information about a school you
cannot visit is to talk to alumni. Ask the admission office to connect you with alumni/ae of the school that live in
your area.
To schedule a campus visit, ask your parents to call the school’s admission office and make an appointment. Don’t
just turn up on campus and hope that someone can show you around.