If you can, sign up for a tour of one or more of the colleges you are interested in. But beware, this will be a sales experience - especially with private institutions - and you should be prepared to ask critical questions to get past the sales pitch. These tours can really help you increase your comfort with picking a particular institution and program. You will have a better chance to find the right college for you if you visit the places that interest you and get a feel for college life there.
Many schools have annual open house events. This is great opportunity to see parts of the college that may otherwise by off-limits. In particular, the opportunity to visit departments you are interested in and talk to professors/instructors can provide highly relevant decision support information for you.
Open houses can be quite busy, so be prepared to spend multiple hours. But the crowd also keeps you anonymous, not as exposed to the likely sales effort otherwise seeking you out on campus. If you need more personal attention, it may be preferably to schedule a private tour with the Admissions Office (also sometimes called the Registration Office).
Many colleges participate in campus events at other schools, such as community colleges, to promote their four-year programs and degrees. They may also set up booths at other public events, such as county fairs or other similar activities. However, at these events, information is usually limited to fliers and brochures - attending staff will only be able to answer general questions.
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