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title: "Campus Visit Tips: What to Actually Look For This Summer."
description: 5 questions to ask on every campus visit — beyond class size and academics, here's what really affects your bottom line and daily life on campus.
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# Campus Visit Tips: What to Actually Look For This Summer.

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 Brian Albertsen

June 12, 2026

Here are 5 questions that should be on your list:

1. Where do most students live after their first year?  
Schools vary with how long you’re required to live on-campus. This could be something to consider for your financial calculation.

2. What GPA do students need to keep their merit scholarship?  
You’ve been awarded a scholarship, congrats! Now what do you have to do to keep it?

3. What's the typical class size in my intended major?  
Note: Student-to-faculty ratio tells you very little about class size.

4. How do I find out what dual credit / AP / IB courses count toward my degree program?  
You’ve worked hard in high school. Make sure you get credit for that work.

5. If I have a question about my financial aid package, who do I contact?  
The answer tells you a lot about what this relationship looks like when you're coming down to your final decision.

What questions are on your campus visit list?

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