Accepted Students Day

First of all, congratulations on getting into college! The stressful waiting is over, but now you have that life-changing decision of what school to choose. For many students, this is chosen based on financial aid awards, but picking the perfect school may not be so clear for everyone. Either way, attending a school’s accepted students day (or weekend) can be extremely beneficial. Read on to learn why…

Accepted students days are designed to help students choose a college. These days include programs, events and activities to help you get to know the school better. These activities might be mock college classes, or lectures from top faculty from various departments. (Read more about events at accepted students day by clicking here.) Depending on your school’s specific agenda, they can help students get more familiar with the college layout, faculty, and class styles. It’s also a great way to meet other future incoming freshman (should you decide to go).
While everything mentioned thus far is an important factor in the college decision process, perhaps the most beneficial aspect that many colleges offer is financial aid workshops (especially for financial aid newbies). These can play a crucial role in a student’s decision, which is why I’m here to help guide you through it. If your school offers a financial aid workshop, this is an excellent way to learn more about the financial aid package you were awarded. You can find out things like appealing your award amount or how to go about receiving a loan. Having the opportunity to chat with a financial aid officer is HUGE! But first, make sure to do your research. Learn as much as you can about basic financial aid like Direct Stafford loans and private student loans before you go, that way, you’ll have time to ask the not-so-obvious questions. (Find a list of suggested Financial Aid Questions to Ask by clicking here.)
So what if you cannot attend your schools’ accepted students days? Don’t sweat it. You can still get answers to all of your questions about paying for college. Some schools allow you to make appointments with financial aid officers to go over your award, or you can compile some questions to ask over the phone. Many schools also offer pages on their website dedicated to providing similar information for accepted students, which is worth checking out. If you have questions on financial aid, you can also post a question on the Financial Aid Forum, or see if it’s already been asked!
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