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“Friending” Your Future How to use the internet as a resource in your college search
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How to use the Internet as a Resource in your College Search.
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“Friending” Your Future
How to use the internet as a resource
in your college search
Online Shopping
Internet vs. Reality
Internet vs. Reality
Internet vs. Reality
The College Search
Faculty/student ratio
Average number of students in a class
Alumni career outcomes
Faculty achievements
On-campus events, groups and opportunities
Resources on campus
Special programs
YOUR INTERESTS
The Internet as a Resource
• Third-party websites
• Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, and Youtube
• Institutional websites
Google Tips
• Be specific.
• Note the site you find. Is it a .com or a
.edu?
• Be wary.
Third-Party Websites
• Collegeboard
• College Confidential
• Zinch
• Petersons
• Collegeview
• Cappex
Third-Party Website Tips
• Cross-reference statistics.
• Enter scholarship contests.
• Use the search functions to find schools
that are similar to ones on your list.
Institutional Websites
Institutional Website Tips
• Find your area.
• Submit a request for more information.
• Explore their admissions sites.
• Go beyond the Admissions pages.
• Be patient.
Facebook, Twitter, Flickr and
Youtube
Facebook, Twitter, Flickr and
Youtube Tips
• Be careful.
• Try to find and interact with content that is
produced by the institution you are
interested in.
• Connect with staff and students at the
institution.
Schedule your visits
First Visit – Decide if you’re interested
Pre-visit: Use the internet to determine if this
school is “on your list” as well as learn about
their visit opportunities.
Post-visit: Learn more about the school’s
offerings and culture.
Schedule your visits
Second Visit – Visit again before you apply
Pre-visit: Prepare questions to ask on your visit.
Post-visit: Learn more about the specific
requirements for any special programs you may
wish to apply for (e.g. Honors, Early Assurance
Programs, and Scholarship Programs)
Schedule your visits
Third Visit – After you apply
Pre-visit: Connect with staff and students
online. Prepare any last minute questions.
Post-visit: Explore the sites specific to
prospective students. Provide feedback to staff
and students online.
Questions?
Natalie Sena
Assistant Director of Admissions
518-783-4194
Facebook.com/SienaAdmissions
Twitter.com/SienaAdmissions
