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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Create a list of 8-10 schools that you want to hit up.
I think for those who track demonstrated interest, stopping by and getting the name on the list counts.
Ask 2-3 questions of each rep
Time limit your visit to 2 hours max, don't overwhelm yourself.
Goal is learn something about each school. Know that the reps are there all day, over maybe multiple days, talking to dozens maybe hundred of kids. So if you get one that is friendly, caffeined up and happy, great. And if you get one that is cranky tired and done with it, understand that too. It is not a reason to take a school off your list. My DD's current college was swamped and the reps were cranky, not shaking hands, dismissive by the time we got to them in the afternoon lol.
Which reminds me of last tip, go early or end of day when the crowds are smaller
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[b]Showing up at a college fair counts as demonstrated interest, says the person who works for the college fair. [/b]What questions could these kids possibly ask that they couldn't get better responses from the college website or even DCUM? How is your computer science program? Do the dorms have AC? Should I submit a 1400 SAT?[/quote]

Only if we get your name and email.[/quote]

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