• Ask for a list of majors that you can look at when you get home. If you have a particular major you are interested in, ask about it

• If you have a particular activity you’re interested in, ask about it

• If you have a learning disability, ask what kind of learning disability services the college offers

• Ask anything else about which you want to know.

5. When you feel like you’re done, thank the rep before you leave his/her booth. Ask for his/her business card and make sure that you have signed the guest book.

6. When you get home, send a thank you note to each of the reps you met. It might say something such as:

Dear Ms. (or Mr.):

Just a note to thank you so much for taking the time to talk with me at the (name of town) College Fair. I so enjoyed hearing about (name of college) and especially about (something specific you heard from the rep).

I am very interested in (name of college) and look forward to sending in my application next fall. Please let me know if/when you plan to a return visit to (name of town).

Sincerely,

(you name)
(your address)

FAQ #4: When is it too late to show your interest in a college?

ANSWER: Never. Having said that, however, know that the earlier you show interest in a college, the longer the contract record you will have. Letting colleges know that you’re interested in them (even as late as the fall of your senior year) is always a good idea.