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Visiting university campuses is a staple of the college search process. Experiencing a school\u2019s culture firsthand offers invaluable insight, but getting a \u201cfeel\u201d for the school can easily become a stressful ordeal. This post will cover college visit tips and tricks that can apply to any school you visit while focusing on some Cedarville-specific suggestions.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Come Prepared<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The best way to make the most of your time on campus is to plan. Make a list of what you want to accomplish (Cedarville\u2019s Admissions Office can help you create a schedule for your <\/span>visit<\/span><\/a>!). Take the time to explore the <\/span>university\u2019s website<\/span><\/a> and the <\/span>campus map<\/span><\/a> before you arrive on campus. This will make you aware of the school\u2019s priorities and programs. Plus, looking over the campus map online will help you visualize the campus and (hopefully) not get lost! Having a timeline and knowing where you are heading next can alleviate the stress of making decisions on the fly, allow you to consider all of your options, and ensure that you do not overlook opportunities.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Another thing you can do to prepare ahead of time is generate a list of questions to ask current students, professors, and admissions counselors. Thinking through these questions ahead of time allows you to engage in thoughtful conversation and get meaningful answers when you are on campus. Here are a handful of questions for current students to get you started:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. What is your major?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Where are you from?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. What is your favorite part about being a student at Cedarville?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. What is your least favorite part\u00a0about being a student at\u00a0Cedarville?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. What church do you attend?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Do you work on campus?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  7. What do you do on the weekends?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  8. Do you have a car on campus?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  9. What advice do you have for an incoming student?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Take a Tour<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Take advantage of the campus and residence hall tours offered by the Admissions Office. These tours let you see the big picture of living on campus and give you the chance to ask your tour guide more specific questions. The campus tour focuses on academic buildings along with the student center, chapel, and gym, while the residence hall tour shows you the two dorm styles on campus \u2014<\/span> hall or unit \u2014 and speaks to the residence life experience.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Attend Chapel<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Chapel<\/span><\/a> sets Cedarville apart. Chapel is at 10 a.m. every weekday, so make sure to plan that hour into your visit. This is an incredible opportunity to join the whole campus body for worship and a message. Chapel is the heartbeat of campus and offers insight into the daily life of a Cedarville student and the community culture on campus. If you do not get the chance to experience chapel in person during your visit, you can always watch the daily recordings <\/span>online<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Attend a Class<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Prospective students are encouraged to sit in on a class during their visit to get a glimpse of college academics. The Admissions Office will provide you with a list of classes that you can visit. If you have time, pick both a major-specific class and a Bible minor class to observe. If a Bible minor class does not fit into your schedule, recorded lectures for each of the class are also available <\/span>online<\/span><\/a>! <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Do not be afraid to strike up conversations with the students sitting around you and connect with the professor afterward \u2014 this is a great time to ask some of the questions that you prepared!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Enjoy a Meal at Chuck\u2019s<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Food matters! Cedarville has a number of dining options to choose from including Chick-fil-A, Panda Express, Tossed, Rinnova Coffee, and the dining hall, lovingly dubbed \u201cChuck\u2019s.\u201d Make sure that you experience Chuck\u2019s at least once during your time on campus \u2014 you can try a chain restaurant anytime, but the dining hall is where you will be eating daily. If you have allergies, ask about the allergy friendly section so you know what is available to you. And do not forget the dessert \u2014 Chuck\u2019s has ice cream available every day at lunch and dinner! Rinnova Coffee, in the lower Stevens Student Center, is also a fun stop to add to your visit if you have time.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Stay in the Residence Hall<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Spending the night with a current student is a great way to see what life as a college student at Cedarville looks like. You get to step into the shoes of a student and actually experience living life on a college campus after classes are done for the day. This might look like attending a Bible study or campus sporting event, going to a student org dinner, or hanging out with a roommate. And don\u2019t forget brushing your teeth in the hall bathroom! Student hosts are happy to share their world with you for the day and are a great source of authentic information about the school. You can coordinate an <\/span>overnight stay<\/span><\/a> through the Admissions Office.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Read About the\u00a0Campus<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    You can learn a great deal about a university from the content and media it produces. When you are on campus, take the time to pick up a copy of the student newspaper, check out the event posters in the student center, and grab several informational flyers and brochures about programs of interest. There are also a number of outlets that you can peruse from home including the school\u2019s social media accounts and the student government association website. Additionally, Cedarville chapels are live streamed and recorded daily, offering a unique inside perspective of the student body, campus life, and the University\u2019s hallmark culture of discipleship.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Here are some helpful links you can check out before or after your campus visit:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n