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While there is no single best time to start visiting college campuses, there are a few things you should keep in mind in order to make the most of your college visits.
You can start your sophomore year
If you have any colleges nearby, scheduling at least a couple of visits during your sophomore year is a good idea. Better still, if you can visit while classes are in session. Attending a class can boost your academic motivation and spur you on to study harder and get good grades so you can make your college dreams come true.
The summer before senior year is also a good time
The summer before senior year also presents the perfect opportunity to travel and schedule in a few visits to colleges a little further away from home.
Of course, you are not limited to these times. Most colleges are open for visits and campus tours all year round. Depending on the location of the colleges on your shortlist, you may be able to visit at any time of the year during a short school break, a holiday, or even a weekend.
Spread your college visits out
It is advisable to spread your visits over a few months at least. When you schedule in too many college visits in one trip, the details can all start to run together, leaving you no less decided than before.
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