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<p>But in April, there are just a few weeks between the acceptance letter and the must-reply date, so how is it possible for me to visit all of those that I am accepted to in just one month and still have time to make a final decision?</p>
<p>Many colleges care if you visit, but somewhat surprisingly to many people the most selective often do not. They know that if they extend an offer you’ll seriously consider it. This information is often in a FAQ on the admission site. Stanford, for example, says they do NOT track visits. By contrast WUSTL states in its FAQ "When reviewing your application, we will look for signs of interest in Washington University. "</p>
<p>And let me echo the advice of those preceeding me about the importance of visits, preferably when school is in session. If you only look at the viewbooks you’d think every college has small classes, mostly held outdoors under the shade of a tree with an grey-bearded professor sitting in rapt attention as some student talks. The best visit is an overnite visit, which the admissions office can arrange with a volunteer host.</p>
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<p>You shouldn’t have to visit all the schools to make a decision. After you receive your acceptances, you should have an idea of which two or three you want to attend the most.</p>
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<p>Good to know, thanks. Glad I did visit. I guess having an interview with the dean would help too right?</p>