| My son met with at least one professor at each school we visited. My husband and I waited in lounges or found benches in hallways while he spoke with these individuals. I think these conversations were the highlights of his visits, as they gave him a feel for what the faculty with whom he'd actually be studying (his intended major is a pretty small one in each of the schools) would be like in each place. In two instances the professors sought us out at the end of their meetings to say nice things about our son, which was an added bonus. Not only was it really nice for us to hear that these professors were impressed by our son, but it also provided validation for him that it made sense to apply to these very selective schools whether or not he ends up being accepted. |