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[quote=Anonymous]University of Mary Washington:  Tour Guides were engaging.  They gave us coupons to eat free in the dining hall.  Beautiful campus, but ultimately not the right fit for my child.

Roanoke College:  Tour Guides were lacking enthusiasm.  They did not show dorms or classroom.  Everything was either closed or being renovated.  It was very difficult to get a feel for the school.

GMU:  Admissions Presenter was okay; she was not a good speaker and seemed to just go through the motions without much enthusiasm.  Good facilities, but also not the right fit

Virginia Tech:   We attended the Open House.  Amazing presentations by the admission presenter, professors and student ambassadors.  They had a majors fairs which was super helpful and my child absolutely loved everything about the school.  Definitely our #1 choice so far

JMU:  We visited twice - campus tour and open house.  Great campus and dining facilities and we were impressed by the departments leads during open house and the student ambassadors.  Great alumni network as well.  Right now our #2 choice

VCU:  We visited twice - campus tour and Open House.  Impressive facilities (especially new College of Engineering and Science). Pep Rally during the Open House was fun and the school cafeteria was the best (I'm sure they probably made extra yummy food for Open House).  The Campus Tour Presenter was a bit odd and arrogant.   I didn't like that they do not guarantee freshman housing and that there is little campus feel.  Some of the areas also seem unsafe and sketchy.  But, we felt that our child would get a good education at VCU.  Right now #3 choice

CNU:  Gorgeous campus.  The student ambassadors were amazing, smart, well-spoken and very informed.  The campus gave a warm and welcoming feeling and students looked happy.  My child loved it, but it is currently tied with JMU for #2 and perhaps even VCU for #3 because it does lack some of the opportunities that larger universities have.  On the plus side, they are opening an amazing new Engineering and Science Facility in January 2026.

Still looking to visit ODU and UVA this week.   Due to affordability, we are only looking in-state and I would welcome any other tips and suggestions.[/quote]

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