To ensure your session is productive, consider these questions as good starting points.
- What classes do students typically rave about, and which ones should I avoid?
- What's the best-kept secret on campus?
- Are there any hidden places for studying?
- What's the party scene like, and are there any must-attend events?
- What's the vibe of the student body—are people more laid-back or competitive?
- Which professors are known for being particularly hard and should be avoided? Which are helpful or engaging?
- What's the truth about the housing lottery—do most people get their top choice? What's the best way to work the system?
- Are there any dining hall hacks or favorite spots off-campus?
- What areas should I be cautious about, especially at night?
- What's one thing you love most and one thing you dislike about this school?
- Where were you choosing between when you were deciding where to go?
Remember you're looking for the inside scoop! Specifically, most students wants to know what it was that brought their guide there.
