Advice about college visits

All4FSU
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 12:10:37 +0000

I think it’s best to plan at least a full day. It is important to attend the session offered by the admissions office because you will want to make sure the application process runs smoothly. (It is very difficult for me to help a student if his/her application is not complete- even if we would love to have the student in the program.) Just as important is making an appointment to meet with someone in the Theatre department because in addition to obtaining information, you are trying to get a feel for the school. Attending a class or a production (or both) will help you do that; as well having the added benefit of meeting current students who can answer questions.
Of course, the above is a best case scenario and not everyone will be able to plan visits to every school during optimal times. I have met with many prospective students this summer while the Deptartment was very quiet and I think they found the time spent worthwhile, even though we didn’t have anything going on MT-wise. Perhaps if you don’t think you got enough of a feel for the school, you could ask to be put in touch with a current student. In my experience they are pretty honest and free with their opinions, LOL!

-Michele