Visiting FA Office Prior to Applying

cptofthehouse
Tue, 06 May 2008 13:24:33 +0000

It’s not a bad idea to visit FA when going on those college tours. It’s always better when they can attach a face, a person to the form. That’s why adcoms encourage visits. There is only so much a piece of paper can do. So unless. you are the sort of person who puts off others, it is a good idea. Better yet, your child should visit and make some inquiries. I don’t know abut coming with tax return in hand and asking for commitment on the spot; I would think that would be an individual thing. But a visit and some well directed questions (Carolyn has the best stuff on this) certainly can help. Sometimes admissions and FA share the office, or is the same person, so it is good to get a read on the situation and by visiting, you are letting them know that the school is a serious consideration, and that the aid is important in your consideration.