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SiG MT 38 During their junior year, your student should do more research into the schools they are interested in. is is also a good time to meet with college admission counselors and begin college visits. A good way to evaluate schools is to look for the program of study your student may be interested in. For students with a strong interest in a particular degree field, it is important to look at the faculty and students in the program, and see what the opportunities and outcomes are. Visiting a nearby campus to see what a tour is like can help your family prepare for future college tours. By researching online, visiting with admission counselors, and talking to advisors, your student should be able to narrow their search to 3-5 schools they want to visit. e best time to schedule campus visits is the spring of junior year through early summer of senior year. Junior year: From 10 to 5 Senior year: 5 to 1 ere is a light at the end of the tunnel. Students who apply by mid- to late-November will receive admission decisions before January 1 for most schools. At this point, what many families are waiting on is the financial aid package, which arrives separately aer your student has filed the federal financial aid form known as the FAFSA. Once you have the acceptance leers and financial aid packages, it is time to sit down and do the family math. is means taking the time to review the financial aid offers in order to compare which schools are the best investment. College is an investment in your child's future. It is important to look at the whole picture and not just the lowest cost option when selecting the right college for your student. Some additional details to take into consideration are the four-year graduation rate, job and graduate school placement rates, and internship and career placement options. Most colleges where your student has applied and been accepted will be happy to help answer your questions about financial aid. It is in everyone's best interest that the college is the right financial decision for your family as well. One last piece of advice. Make the decision as early in January or February as possible and let your student enjoy senior year. Choosing a college is stressful and having the decision out of way can help everyone relax and appreciate the time you have le together under the same roof. S MT Undergraduate research is an important component of the Chemistry program at Carroll College. Carroll College students experience all aspects of theatre productions.