# Making the Most of a Campus Visit

**Source**: https://admissions.upenn.edu/visit-connect/visit-penn/campus-visit-tips
**Parent**: https://admissions.upenn.edu/visit-connect/visit-penn

Remember, the school you choose isn’t just where you’ll be studying. It will be your home base for the next several years! Don't be afraid to ask how a campus can best serve you. Being on our campus is a great way to get a sense of what feels like a good environment for you. When you visit campus, you’ll also have the opportunity to speak to current students, and they’re a great resource for insight into daily life at Penn!

As you get ready for your campus tours, here’s are a few notes to keep in mind to help you better prepare: 

- Our tours are fully outdoors and involve a lot of walking! Bring water, dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather, make sure you've eaten something before your tour
- Take notes! Everything will feel fresh in your mind and easy to remember while you're on a tour, but especially if you're comparing schools, you'll be glad you jotted down your impressions and any important information
- Can't go in person? That's alright, many schools (including Penn) offer [**virtual tours and info sessions**](https://admissions.upenn.edu/visit-connect/visit-penn/virtual-events)to help you get a feel for campus life from anywhere.

## How to Engage with a Campus Tour

When you’re visiting us (or any campus!), some questions you may want to ask yourself are: 

- Can I see myself on this campus? What do I feel, being here? Does it feel too big? Too small? Do I feel connected? Isolated?
- Can I see myself in this city or town?
- What resources/programs will I have access to that I’m excited about? Are there any resources that are important to me, and does this school offer them?
- What kinds of organizations, events, traditions, and groups exist on campus? Do any of those sound-like things I want to participate in?
- What is the student experience like? Is it a competitive environment or a supportive one? Are students social? Does everyone know each other or is there anonymity?

Asking student tour guides about their specific experiences can be a great way to get a window into life at Penn. We encourage you to ask tour guides about their experience with questions like: 

- What’s your favorite memory at your school so far? Why?
- What’s your favorite class or professor at your school?
- How did you meet some of your friends?
- Is there a resource for students who need support with their studies?
- Are you part of any clubs or groups outside of class that you recommend?
- What’s your favorite place on campus?
- What’s your favorite perk that comes with going to school here?
- What do you like about living in this city/town?

**Pro Tip:** When you’re visiting a school, focus on asking questions that help *you* learn more about whether it’s a good fit. Don’t worry about trying to demonstrate interest because spoiler alert: we don’t track that anyway! Instead, use your time to dig into the things that matter most to you. After all, the goal is to find the school that feels right for *you*.