Campus Visits at Brown Uni: What to Expect?

Hi there, I've managed to get a campus visit at Brown University and I'm a bit clueless as to what to expect. Would anyone who's visited or currently attends be able to share their experiences or tips? Is there anything I should prepare for or questions I should be asking during the visit?

Hello! It's awesome to hear that you have a campus visit lined up at Brown University. It's a chance to get a real feel for the atmosphere, campus life, and discover resources that the university provides to its students.

You'll probably start your visit with a guided tour led by a student, which includes most likely visits to key buildings like libraries, dining halls, the fitness center, and perhaps peeking into a lecture hall or two. If possible, arrange to attend a class or two - it can give you a sense of the school's academic atmosphere.

It's important to remember that this visit is also your chance to gather information, so come prepared with some questions. Based on your potential major, you might want to ask about specific research opportunities, internships, or faculty in your department. You could also ask questions about the career center and the support they offer students in finding internships and jobs after graduation. Questions about on-campus housing, clubs and organizations, campus culture, mentoring programs, study abroad opportunities can also be insightful.

Take the time to explore the university on your own too. Try to chat with current students, visit the bookstore, take a walk around the campus - truly get the feel of the place.

While you're there, also explore the surrounding area. As students don’t live in campus bubbles, it's also beneficial to understand the town or city in which the school is located.

Just remember, there's no set script for a college visit. You can make of it what you want. Try to imagine yourself being a student there and take the time to determine whether you could see yourself fitting in. Enjoy your visit!